The Davenport offers one of the most impressive exteriors of any hotel in Dublin. Originally built as a prayer hall in the 17th century, it has a dramatic neoclassical fa莽ade but unfortunately much of the interior was destroyed by fire in the 1990s.
Inside, it is more modern with classic decor in rich tones. There are 115 rooms and two dining options: Lanyon's Restaurant and the President鈥檚 Bar, which is more informal.
Service is warm and friendly and its convenient location is a major draw. Located close to Georgian Merrion Square, home to the National Gallery, the hotel is also within easy walking distance of Grafton Street, Trinity College and historic O鈥機onnell Street.
OUR OPINION:
Although in need of updating, this charming hotel has a great central location, friendly staff and offers excellent value for money. One of our favorite aspects of a stay is the ability to walk to most of the key city sights.
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Rooms
The hotel has 115 rooms and suites decorated in a traditional style with warm wood furnishings, burgundy and cream decor and plush bed runners. Rooms range from standard double, twin and triple rooms to more spacious king rooms and junior suites with a separate lounge area. Each room features US and European plug sockets, LCD TV, free Wi-Fi and a standard bathroom layout of a shower over the bath.
Location
The Davenport is located close to exclusive Merrion Square, one of the city's most handsome Georgian districts and home to the National Gallery. The hotel is also within easy walking distance of Grafton Street, Trinity College and historic O鈥機onnell Street as well as many of the city's main museums.
Food and drink
Enjoy the international menu at the hotel’s Lanyon's Restaurant as well as a full Irish buffet or 脿 la carte breakfast. For a more casual dining experience, bar meals are served for lunch and dinner in the characterful President’s Bar with its dark furnishings and wood paneled decor.
Families
Although the hotel does not offer any child-friendly facilities, they can provide a cot or a rollaway bed in most room categories. The playground in nearby Merrion Square is a great place for younger children to explore.
Facilities and activities
The hotel has a small gym which is open 24 hours a day.
Tour ideas in Dublin
Our itineraries are there to spark ideas for how you could include a stay at The Davenport as part of your trip. Treat them simply as suggestions, because every aspect of the trip we create for you will be yours to define.
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Where possible, we like to offer a range of accommodation for each stop of your trip, chosen by our specialists as some of their favorite places to stay. To help you make the right choice, we give each property a rating based on its facilities and service, but we also look for hotels with distinct character or a location that can't be bettered.
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Experiences while staying here
The following activities are designed to give you the most authentic experiences of the area where you're staying. We work with local guides, who use their knowledge and often a resident's eye to show you the main sights and more out-of-the-way attractions. Our specialists can also suggest outdoor pursuits and activities, such as cooking classes, that will introduce you to the traditions of the area's inhabitants.
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Behind-the-scenes tour of Saint Patrick鈥檚 Cathedral ![St Patrick's Cathedral, Dublin]()
Behind-the-scenes tour of Saint Patrick鈥檚 Cathedral
Behind-the-scenes tour of Saint Patrick鈥檚 Cathedral
Explore behind the scenes at Saint Patrick's Cathedral, Dublin's most celebrated church. Learn about the history and legends of this monumental structure, see where Jonathon Swift once preached and walk along the roof for sweeping views over the city.
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Explore Newgrange & the Boyne Valley ![Newgrange]()
Explore Newgrange & the Boyne Valley
Explore Newgrange & the Boyne Valley
Join a full-day guided tour to explore the ancient history and rich heritage of the Boyne Valley, just north of Dublin. Visit the Neolithic passage grave at Newgrange, an early Christian church at Monasterboice, and the mythical Hill of Slane.
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Fabulous food trail ![Dublin bakery]()
Fabulous food trail
Fabulous food trail
A chance to enjoy incredible food and a lively cultural experience, this food trail through Dublin's streets takes you off the beaten track to meet artisan bakers, cheesemongers and chocolatiers on a quest to learn about the contemporary Irish food scene.
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Dublin and nearby places
- Newgrange and the Boyne Valley 27 miles away
- Kilkenny 64 miles away
- County Wexford 71 miles away
- Waterford 84 miles away
- Belfast 88 miles away
- Enniskillen 90 miles away
- Northern Ireland 100 miles away
- Limerick 110 miles away
- Sligo 111 miles away
- Galway 116 miles away