The Alex

4 stars
Tue 16/12
-
Wed 17/12
1 room, 2 guests
Deals from
C$ 223
/Cheapest rate per night
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
King room
C$ 223
Classic room
C$ 229
Executive room
C$ 374
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Overview

The Alex is a luxury hotel located in the center of Dublin and only a short distance from Trinity College, the shops of Grafton Street, and the National Gallery. This 4-star business hotel is six miles from Dublin Airport and an 11-minute walk from the nearest public transit. The hotel offers 103 non-smoking, air-conditioned guest rooms with super king-size beds.

Rooms include the classic king, twin room, executive king, junior suite, and Alex Suite. The classic king comes with a number of amenities including 24-hour room service, a 50-inch smart television with Chromecast, and complimentary high-speed wireless Internet. There is a private bathroom with a rain forest walk-in shower, an in-room safe, tea and coffee making facilities, a Robert radio, and a hairdryer.

Suites offer access to the Executive Loung, a living area, and comfortable bathrobes and slippers. The suites also come with complimentary mineral water and a Nespresso coffee machine. The Alex Suite has all the amenities above as well as additional extras for a luxury experience.

The Alex offers a bar and restaurant that focuses on meals made with fresh, local ingredients as well as a selection of cocktails. Some of the other dining options in the area include Ginger Man, Offbeat Donut Co., Pearl Brasserie, and JP Mooneys.

Core Fitness Club is available 24/7 to guests of the hotel and offers the latest cardiovascular and weight training equipment. The hotel also offers meeting and event spaces with room for up to 400 guests.

9.2
Wonderful rating
Based on 1,800 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for The Alex

Tue 16/12
Wed 17/12
Double room
1 twin bed
C$ 616
nightly with fees
Classic room
bed type unknown
C$ 229
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
C$ 230
nightly with fees
1 king bed
C$ 235
nightly with fees
Standard Room
bed type unknown
C$ 598
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
C$ 715
nightly with fees
Executive room
bed type unknown
C$ 374
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
C$ 410
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
C$ 433
nightly with fees
King room
bed type unknown
C$ 223
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
C$ 238
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
C$ 246
nightly with fees
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night, including fees but not including taxes.

Amenities at The Alex

  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Coffee machine
  • Business centre
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Services and conveniences

  • Business centre
  • Express check-out
  • Bottle of water
  • Safety deposit box
  • Currency exchange on-site
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • 24hr front desk

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Air-conditioned
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating

Media and entertainment

  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • TV
  • Smartphone dock

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Coffee machine
  • Special diet menus (on request)

Bathroom

  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Private bathroom

Health and safety

  • CCTV outside property
  • Daily housekeeping
  • First-aid kit
  • CCTV in common areas

Parking and transportation

  • Parking
  • Street parking
  • EV charging station

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board

Accessibility and suitability

  • No smoking
  • Elevator

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

General

  • Slippers
  • Storage available

Family friendly

  • Kids meals
  • Babysitting or child care

Fitness

  • Fitness centre

Reviews of The Alex

9.2
Wonderful
1800 verified ratings
Wonderful
1079
Very good
337
Good
184
Okay
79
Fair
64
Mediocre
27
Poor
28

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the wonderful staff and perfect location of the hotel. However, many reviews pointed out issues with cleanliness and the quality of breakfast, with some describing it as lacking variety. The value for price was also a concern for several guests, who felt that the facilities were basic for the cost.
AI-generated from customer reviews
Location9.5 out of 10
Service9 out of 10
Bed Comfort8.5 out of 10
Cleanliness4 out of 10
Breakfast3.5 out of 10
Value for Price3 out of 10
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6.2
Okay
Constanza, May 2019
Pros (+) Breakfast room service
Cons (-) Crib the provided us was stained and in terrible shape. They did replace it after we called. There are no hooks in the bathroom to hang towels, no robes or slippers, and only instant coffee and black team(no decaf tea) in your room. They also don’t have a doorman When we called downstairs to request help with our bags upon check out we were told they were too busy and wouldn’t be available for “a ...
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5.1
Fair
Kieran, Jul 2018
Pros (+) Clean,Staff ok
Cons (-) Very expensive for basic facilities. No parking on site,terrible breakfast,tiny no atmosphere Bar on site,roadworks all around the Hotel,

Location

41-47 Fenian Street, Dublin

What's nearby

  • Leinster House325 m
  • Trinity College0.6 km
  • Grafton Street0.7 km
  • St. Stephen's Green0.7 km
  • Grand Canal0.8 km
  • O'Connell Street0.9 km
  • Dublin Castle1.2 km
  • St. Mary's Pro Cathedral1.2 km
  • Dublin City Centre1.3 km
  • Christ Church Cathedral1.4 km
  • St. Patrick's Cathedral1.5 km
  • 3Arena1.5 km

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 4:00 PM, check out anytime before 11:00 AM

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about The Alex

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High season

Average price (weeknight)

Average price (weekend night)

January
July
C$ 379
C$ 377
Cheapest month to stay with an average 48% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 32% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

When to book a room at The Alex

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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at The Alex

  • If you’re after a cheap room at The Alex, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in January and December.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at The Alex, plan to stay on a Tuesday or Monday. The most expensive day is usually Wednesday.
  • The cheapest price a room at The Alex was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was C$ 201, while the most expensive was C$ 201.
  • How long should you stay at The Alex? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 2 days.

FAQs when booking at The Alex

  • Where is The Alex located?

    The Alex is located at 41-47 Fenian Street in Temple Bar - St. Stephen's Green, 0.8 km from the centre of Dublin. Leinster House is the closest landmark to The Alex.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at The Alex?

    Check-in time is 4:00 PM and check-out time is 11:00 AM at The Alex.

  • Does The Alex offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, The Alex offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is The Alex from the airport?

    The Alex is 9.4 km from Dublin. The Alex is 114.3 km from Holyhead Anglesey.

  • How does KAYAK find such great The Alex hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at The Alex in Dublin and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at The Alex and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for The Alex.

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Nearest Airport

Distance to airport

8.7
0.8 km
Dublin
9.4 km