The Gate Hotel

1.0 star property
Hotel near O'Connell Street in Dublin

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Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Breakfast area
Reception
Twin Room
Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Reviews

6.4 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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81 Parnell St, Dublin, County Dublin, D01 CK74
  • Place, O'Connell Street
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Parnell Square
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Trinity College
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Dublin (DUB)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

Triple Room

  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Twin Room

  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Quadruple Room

  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

Double Room

  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room

  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

Dublin

City Centre Dublin stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this City Centre Dublin hotel, you'll find O'Connell Street and Trinity College. Grafton Street and Croke Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • O'Connell Street - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Parnell Square - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Trinity College - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Grafton Street - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Dublin Castle - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Parnell Tram Stop - 1 min walk
  • Dublin Tara Street Station - 12 min walk
  • Dublin Airport (DUB) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪MeMa's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Charming Noodles - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Big Romance - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Parnell Heritage Pub & Grill - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Madigan's - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Gate Hotel

Hotel near O'Connell Street in Dublin
The Gate Hotel offers its guests tour/ticket assistance and a front-desk safe. Public spaces have free WiFi. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge.

This Dublin hotel is smoke free.

  • 38 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
The Gate Hotel offers 38 accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Beds feature premium bedding. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: EUR 20

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children 18 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 18 are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: EUR 200.00 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Late check-out fee: EUR 20 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. No onsite parking is available. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Children 18 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.

National rating

Rating provided by Fáilte Ireland, the National Tourism Development Authority of Ireland, source of official star ratings for accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Gate Hotel to the airport?

The Gate Hotel is 8.6 mi (27-min drive) away from the Dublin Airport (DUB) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Gate Hotel?

As of Jun 10, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Gate Hotel on Jun 14, 2026 start from CA $139, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Gate Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Gate Hotel.

How close is The Gate Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 7.6 mi (37-min drive) from Portmarnock Beach and 14 mi (43-min drive) from Malahide Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Gate Hotel offer free breakfast?

The Gate Hotel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Gate Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Morris 21 Casino (2-min walk) is nearby.

What time is check-in at The Gate Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at The Gate Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does The Gate Hotel have a pool?

The Gate Hotel does not have a pool.

Does The Gate Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Gate Hotel to downtown Dublin?

The Gate Hotel is 0.2 mi away from Dublin.

The Gate Hotel Reviews

Reviews

6.4
Rating 10 - Excellent. 85 out of 465 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 123 out of 465 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 92 out of 465 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 86 out of 465 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 79 out of 465 reviews

6.8/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

5.8/10

Amenities

5.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Monsuru Adekola

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellence and best room
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Stefany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room was very hot and despite not needing it, we could not close the one window. The staff were kind and the location and value was worth it for us.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent location, very nice hotel. Clean and quite
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dayton

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good for the price
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

4/10 Poor

Breanna

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff are great ! Right above a bar which I was not aware of and music is extremely loud when trying to sleep. Room wasn’t clean and didn’t feel safe.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Billy

Room was very warm . Wasnt informed about the parking discount as we used to just get ticket validated at checkout . Ended up paying 40 euro for parking which is ridiculous.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ciaran

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful, professional and friendly staff, Dilky goes above and beyond offering enhanced customer service. Great value hotel, comfortable bed and shower, excellent location
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to main area and plenty going on around about
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little hotel
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

monsuru Adekola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good and clean environment
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

SAFIA

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean, nice size, big beds, and friendly staff. A bit run down in terms of carpet, locks, and doors but the location is amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tomas

Liked: Staff & service
Best price in Town, very good location, day time staff very friendly :) , perfekct for travelers cho looking cheap place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Wade

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Definitely an older building but room was clean and was great location
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Max

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

would stay again

close to centre, fairly priced
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Arlene Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff are nice and room is good . The hotel is not for relaxation ,We thought we booked a hotel that we can sleep well , the most NOISEST HOTEL( outside) that you can hear the shouting of the people outside , hotel should put SOUND PROOF.I will not recommend the hotel for relaxation
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness
Ok
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Linda

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Hotel is based in really old building really bad smell on entrance and stairs. Also look from outside not very welcoming.I didn't like the doors and the lock in to my hotel room I didn't felt safe . Very average hotel .It's ok for one night stay but not more than that and i can't really say that i would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Russell

Liked: Staff & service
Great staff, but terrible musky smell in the room. Suitable for our needs however rooms at the front are noisy due to the music venue beneath the hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room. Staff were very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Nice little hotel..

Cosy hotel, bit noisy because we were on the front of hotel….
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Erik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location. Request room not overlooking the street if you're a light sleeper.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Gerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great Spot, Friendly Staff, Excellent Value Considering The Location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love little room. Staff absolutely lovely! Great location and clean
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025