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The Alex
4 stars

The Alex

41-47 Fenian Street, Dublin, Ireland
Dublin, Ireland
See location+353 1607 3700
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€138
Cheapest

rate per night

9.1
Wonderful
based on 1703 reviews
1,703 reviews
Room Type
Provider
Nightly total
King room
€138
Classic room
€141
Executive room
€231
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Overview

Situated in Dublin, The Alex is set amongst a range of clubs and bars and is minutes on foot from Dublin Pearse Railway Station. Guests can also take advantage of complimentary Wi-Fi during their stay.

A 24-hour reception, babysitting/child services and an express check-in and check-out feature are just some of the available services at the hotel. Honeymoon suites are on offer for those seeking some added luxury.

Rooms at The Alex are charming and air conditioned, and offer a private bathroom, tea and coffee making facilities and a flat-screen TV. They each include a radio and heating.

During their stay at the hotel, guests can enjoy a meal at Caravaggios, which offers local specialties. Guests looking to socialise can do so in Winner’s, located on-site. A wide selection of dining options are also found in the area.

The Alex is within walking distance of St Stephen's Green, Grand Canal and O'Connell Street. It is also right nearby Trinity College Dublin and Leinster House.

9.1
Wonderful rating
Based on 1,703 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for The Alex

Sat 19/7
Sun 20/7
Classic room
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€141
1 king bed
€182
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€184
Standard Room
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€370
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€400
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€475
King room
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€138
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€184
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€196
Executive room
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€231
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€312
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€334
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*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night, including fees but not including taxes.
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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
  • 24-hour front desk

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Air-conditioned
  • Free toiletries
  • 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

Accessibility and suitability

  • No smoking
  • Disabled access
  • Lift

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

General

  • Slippers
  • Storage available

Family friendly

  • Kids meals
  • Babysitting or child care

Parking and transportation

  • Parking

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping

Fitness

  • Fitness centre

Reviews of The Alex

9.1
Wonderful
1703 verified ratings
Wonderful
995
Very good
323
Good
186
Okay
79
Fair
65
Mediocre
27
Poor
28

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the great location and friendly staff, making it easy to explore Dublin. However, many expressed disappointment with the lack of basic amenities, high prices for the facilities, and issues with room comfort and cleanliness.
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Location10 out of 10
Cleanliness9 out of 10
Atmosphere8.5 out of 10
Bed Comfort3 out of 10
Service2.5 out of 10
Value for Price2 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 16:00, check out anytime before 11:00

Cancellation/pre-payment

Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about The Alex

Low season

High season

Average price (weeknight)

Average price (weekend night)

January
August
€181
€323
Cheapest month to stay with an average 47% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 64% rise in price.
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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 February.
  • 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 Thursday. The most expensive day is usually Saturday.
  • The cheapest price a room at The Alex was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was €215, while the most expensive was €215.
  • How long should you stay at The Alex? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 1 day.
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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 16:00 and check-out time is 11:00 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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Value for money

Distance to city centre

Nearest airport

Distance to airport

8.7
0.8 km
Dublin
9.4 km

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