Located smack dab in city centre, The Dean doesn’t hide its buzzy surroundings, providing earplugs at check-in to help block out late-night noise from nearby hotspots. The hotel’s fifty-two rooms range from tiny Mod Pod double to two-bedroom, two-bath penthouse. Quirky and cool, each one has a rain shower, record player, Nespresso machine, and a smart TV with Netflix access. Vibes extend from the basement nightclub to the rooftop restaurant and cocktail bar, making the hotel popular with stylish locals as well as first-time visitors. There’s no onsite gym or parking lot, but Dean guests get €9 daily passes for the nearby Raw Gym and a 50 percent off discount at the Q Car Park on Glover’s Alley.
Time Out tip: Save 10 percent by booking and pre-paying for your stay at least 28 days in advance on the Dean website.
Nearby:
Iveagh Gardens: For some peace and quiet in a seemingly private park
Bunsen: For juicy burgers, crispy fries, and creamy shakes in a quirky, compact space
Devitts: For drinks and traditional pub fare in a swanky saloon