Clontarf Travel Guide

Dublin

A waterfront building with a reflection in calm water, street lamps, and a sunset sky.
A historic building with a castle-like tower and a modern glass entrance.
A roundabout with a church in the center, surrounded by trees and houses.
A beach with a cloudy sky and sunlight breaking through.
A long, straight road through a park with trees and grass on both sides.

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Clontarf Castle

Head to the centre of Dublin for a hint of the town’s historic past at the picturesque Clontarf Castle. Built in the 1830s, this stoic Georgian country house stands on the site of a much older building. In fact, the history of the area dates all the way back to the 11th Century, when the original medieval Clontarf Castle stood here.
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Things to do

Go City: Dublin All-Inclusive Pass with access to over 40 Top Attractions

Go City: Dublin All-Inclusive Pass with access to over 40 Top Attractions

£63
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Go City: Dublin All-Inclusive Pass with access to over 40 Top Attractions
Picture 7 for Activity Dublin: Guinness Storehouse Entry Ticket

Dublin: Guinness Storehouse Entry Ticket

£31
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Dublin: Guinness Storehouse Entry Ticket
From Dublin: Game of Thrones Studio Tour with Coach Transfer

From Dublin: Game of Thrones Studio Tour with Coach Transfer

£49
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
From Dublin: Game of Thrones Studio Tour with Coach Transfer
DoDublin - Hop On Hop Off - Open Top Bus Tour

DoDublin - The Original Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour with LIVE COMMENTARY

£29
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
DoDublin - The Original Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour with LIVE COMMENTARY
Howth Coastal Boat Tour

Howth Coastal Boat Tour (Ireland's Eye Ferries 50 mins trip)

£21
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Howth Coastal Boat Tour (Ireland's Eye Ferries 50 mins trip)
Wicklow, Ireland

Glendalough, Wicklow, Kilkenny and Sheep Dog Demonstration

£36
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Glendalough, Wicklow, Kilkenny and Sheep Dog Demonstration
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Top hotels in Clontarf

Clontarf Castle Hotel

Clontarf Castle Hotel

4 out of 5
Castle Avenue Dublin Dublin
The price is £102 per night from 8 Dec to 9 Dec
£102
8 Dec - 9 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Dublin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
Clontarf Castle Hotel
Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport

Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport

4 out of 5
Stockhole Lane Clonshaugh Dublin
The price is £79 per night from 7 Dec to 8 Dec
£79
7 Dec - 8 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Clonshaugh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (8,484 reviews)
"Geeat!"

Reviewed on 6 Nov 2026

Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport
Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin by IHG

Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin by IHG

4 out of 5
26 - 33 Arran Street East Dublin
The price is £74 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
£74
16 Nov - 17 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Dublin. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (4,362 reviews)
"The Ruby Molly was very nice, the room small but well equipped, the coffee shop area/Lobby area is wonderful! The daytime desk clerk was Fantastic!! 5 stars for sure! But other shifts were not helpful and actually rude! Missed having a fridge in the room. We loved The Coffee Bean and Biang Biang ..."

Reviewed on 6 Nov 2026

Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin by IHG
Marlin Hotel Stephens Green

Marlin Hotel Stephens Green

4 out of 5
11 Bow Ln E Dublin
The price is £75 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
£75
15 Nov - 16 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Dublin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,449 reviews)
"Room was nice but small. The bed was positioned at the end of the room with walls on 3 sides thereby making going in and out of the bed a bit of a struggle as you have to crawl. Lights in the bathroom were motion sensored but does not detect the person in the shower so the lights keep turning off ..."

Reviewed on 7 Nov 2026

Marlin Hotel Stephens Green
Hilton Garden Inn Dublin City Centre

Hilton Garden Inn Dublin City Centre

4 out of 5
Custom House Quay Dublin
The price is £94 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
£94
15 Nov - 16 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Dublin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
Hilton Garden Inn Dublin City Centre
Hotel Riu Plaza The Gresham Dublin

Hotel Riu Plaza The Gresham Dublin

4 out of 5
23 Upper O Connell Street Dublin Dublin
The price is £83 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
£83
9 Nov - 10 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Dublin. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
Hotel Riu Plaza The Gresham Dublin
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Where to stay in Clontarf

Find the best Clontarf areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A modern bridge with a unique arch design, reflecting on a calm body of water, with buildings in the background.

City Centre Dublin

Known for its fantastic nightlife, fascinating museums and great live music, there's plenty to explore in City Centre Dublin. Top attractions like Guinness Storehouse and Jervis Shopping Center are major draws. Catch the metro at Jervis Station or Dominick Tram Stop to see more of the city.

The Temple Bar, a red brick pub with flower baskets and a sign reading "The Emperor of Tobacco".

Temple Bar

The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are just a few highlights of Temple Bar. Make a stop by Dame Street or Olympia Theatre while you're exploring the area.

A lighthouse by a calm sea at sunset with a clear sky.

Howth

Unique features of Howth include the seaside views and waterfront views. Make a stop by Howth Harbour or Dublin Bay while you're exploring the area.

A modern stadium with a unique curved glass roof, surrounded by well-maintained gardens and traditional brick buildings.

Ballsbridge

A noteworthy feature of Ballsbridge is its fantastic nightlife. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Royal Dublin Society and Herbert Park.

A brick building with the Guinness logo and the text "St. James's Gate Brewery Dublin".
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The Liberties

While you're in The Liberties, take in top sights like Guinness Storehouse and jump on the metro at Heuston Tram Stop to see more of the city.

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