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The Merrion Dublin — Exterior, Dublin

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The Merrion Dublin

Dublin, Ireland

The Merrion Dublin features the two-star Michelin Restaurant Patrick Guilbaud and a spa with six treatment rooms, complemented by an 18m swimming pool and a fitness centre. This 142-room hotel is located in Dublin city centre and has earned a Four-Star rating from Forbes Travel Guide and a spot in La Liste's Top 1000 hotels.

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One of 7,777 hotels on Earth

0.20/ 10 · FirstSuites Score

95.4/100 · EMPTYJET Consensus

The Guests' — N° 252Guests' verdict · N° 252 of 777
2 MICHELIN KeysHotel distinction
Forbes Four-StarForbes Travel Guide
La Liste — 93/100Global excellence index
Condé Nast — Readers' Choice AwardsReader distinction
Leading Hotels of the WorldIndependent luxury
VirtuosoAdvisor network
Amex Fine Hotels + ResortsCard travel programme
Amex The Hotel CollectionCard travel programme

“The Merrion is a compelling choice for travellers seeking a blend of historical gravitas, refined hospitality, and exceptional dining in Dublin.”

The EMPTYJET dossier

Overview

The Merrion stands as one of Dublin’s most distinguished hotels, combining historic Georgian elegance with contemporary luxury. Located on Upper Merrion Street in Dublin 2, the property comprises four meticulously restored Georgian townhouses dating from the 1760s. Since opening its doors in 1997, The Merrion has become synonymous with refined hospitality, offering 123 rooms and 19 suites. The hotel is celebrated for its exceptional culinary credentials, including the on-property Restaurant Patrick Guilbaud, which holds two Michelin stars. The Merrion’s reputation is further underscored by its MICHELIN Guide Two Keys distinction and consistently high guest ratings across major platforms. Its ownership is split between prominent Irish business families and the Hastings Hotel Group, ensuring a blend of local stewardship and professional management.

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Why this grade

The Merrion in Dublin is a two-star house — one of 210 two-star houses on Earth, among just 777 starred hotels; seat 38 of 210. The grade is supported by an EMPTYJET Consensus of 97/100 and the guide’s Best in Country recognition as N°1 house in Ireland. It carries Two MICHELIN Keys and benefits from an on-property Restaurant Patrick Guilbaud with 2 MICHELIN star(s). In the Guests' 777 ranking it stands at N°160 of 777.

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Location & setting

The Merrion is situated on Upper Merrion Street in Dublin 2, a prestigious address that places guests within easy reach of the city’s cultural, governmental, and business landmarks. The hotel’s location in the Georgian quarter offers a unique blend of historical ambiance and urban convenience, making it an ideal base for exploring Dublin’s rich heritage and vibrant contemporary scene.

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The EMPTYJET verdict

The Merrion is a compelling choice for travellers seeking a blend of historical gravitas, refined hospitality, and exceptional dining in Dublin. Its MICHELIN Guide Two Keys distinction, two Michelin-starred restaurant, and consistently high guest ratings position it among the city’s most desirable hotels. The property’s Georgian architecture and storied past will appeal to those with an appreciation for heritage, while its central location ensures convenience for both leisure and business visitors. The Merrion is particularly suited to guests who value culinary excellence and a sense of place rooted in Dublin’s history.

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Good to know

Typical nightly rates at The Merrion are about US$894, reflecting its position in the upper tier of Dublin’s hospitality market (F20).

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At a glance

Location
Dublin, Ireland
Hotel type
City, Wellness
Rooms & suites
142 rooms
Official rating
5-star (google_maps)Government / industry classification — distinct from the EMPTYJET grade.

EMPTYJET Consensus

95.4 / 100

Our own composite of guest reviews across Google, Tripadvisor, Booking, Agoda and every major platform — the praise and the complaints.

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Analysed from 7,394 guest reviews across Tripadvisor, Google and Trip.com.

Most noted: rooms.

Provenance-first — every section links the sources it was written from. We publish prose only from verified evidence.

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