Title: The Alex (Hotel) - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # The Alex Hotel with a restaurant, 5-minute walk to Trinity College ## Photo gallery for The Alex ![Front of property - evening/night - The Alex (Dublin)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/526200/526114/c27f3584.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![In-room business centre - The Alex (Dublin)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/526200/526114/1c9fd135.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Reception - The Alex (Dublin)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/526200/526114/6a65ed08.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Point of interest - The Alex (Dublin)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/526200/526114/29ee2bcf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![International cuisine - The Alex (Dublin)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/526200/526114/fe330a8d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Located close to National Gallery of Ireland at Merrion Square and EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum, The Alex provides shopping on site, a coffee shop/cafe, and dry cleaning/laundry services. The on-site restaurant, The Carriage, features international cuisine. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a bar and a 24-hour gym. ## Reviews 9.4 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Business services ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Jan. 19 - Jan. 20](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-19&endDate=2026-01-20&selected=526114&PinnedHotelID=526114&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-19&endDate=2026-01-20&selected=526114&PinnedHotelID=526114&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Jan. 20 - Jan. 21](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-20&endDate=2026-01-21&selected=526114&PinnedHotelID=526114&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-20&endDate=2026-01-21&selected=526114&PinnedHotelID=526114&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Jan. 23 - Jan. 25](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=526114&PinnedHotelID=526114&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=526114&PinnedHotelID=526114&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Jan. 30 - Feb. 1](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=526114&PinnedHotelID=526114&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=526114&PinnedHotelID=526114&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 2 beds 1 bed Showing 10 of 10 rooms ### View all photos for Alex Suite ![Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/526200/526114/6cd05e7a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Alex Suite - Sleeps 3 ### View all photos for Executive King Room ![Bathroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/526200/526114/w637h440x23y0-da5806bb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Executive King Room - Sleeps 2 ### View all photos for Classic King Room ![Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/526200/526114/ac737ee8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Classic King Room - Sleeps 2 ### View all photos for Classic Twin Room ![Classic Twin Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/526200/526114/1773b98c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Classic Twin Room 9.8 Exceptional 24 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Refrigerator Flat-screen TV Blackout drapes/curtains Premium bedding Rainfall showerhead Private bathroom Designer toiletries - Sleeps 2 - 2 Twin Beds ### View all photos for Executive Room ![Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/526200/526114/a9b18054.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Executive Room 9.4 Exceptional 20 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Refrigerator Flat-screen TV Blackout drapes/curtains Premium bedding Bathrobes Hair dryer Private bathroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Junior Suite ![Junior Suite](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/526200/526114/0d0b5211.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Junior Suite 9.8 Exceptional 6 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Refrigerator Flat-screen TV Blackout drapes/curtains Premium bedding Separate bedroom Bathrobes Hair dryer - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom ![Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/526200/526114/61b9f067.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Suite, 1 Bedroom 10.0 Exceptional 2 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Refrigerator Flat-screen TV Blackout drapes/curtains Premium bedding Separate bedroom Designer toiletries Eco-friendly toiletries - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Classic Room, 1 King Bed ![Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/526200/526114/a9b18054.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Classic Room, 1 King Bed 9.8 Exceptional 49 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Refrigerator Flat-screen TV Blackout drapes/curtains Premium bedding Rainfall showerhead Private bathroom Designer toiletries - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Classic Twin Room ![Designer toiletries, hair dryer, towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/526200/526114/d063e9d8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Classic Twin Room - 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More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FDublin-Hotels-The-Alex.h526114.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FDublin-Hotels-The-Alex.h526114.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in City Centre Dublin, a neighborhood in Dublin, The Alex is near the airport and near a metro station. National Gallery of Ireland at Merrion Square and EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include O'Connell Street and Grafton Street. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Aviva Stadium. [Visit our Dublin travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Dublin.dx178256) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C53.34185%2C-6.24909&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=qlZTiB6CmWvUBF0-YYRaxQP4zpk=) 41-47 Fenian Street, (off Merrion Square), Dublin, Dublin, 2 ### What's nearby - Trinity College \- 2 min walk \- 0.2 km - Merrion Square \- 3 min walk \- 0.3 km - St. Stephen's Green \- 7 min walk \- 0.7 km - Grafton Street \- 8 min walk \- 0.7 km - O'Connell Street \- 11 min walk \- 1.0 km ### Getting around - Dublin Pearse Station - 3 min walk - Dawson Tram Stop - 10 min walk - Dublin Airport (DUB) - 31 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Brewbaker Cafe - ‬6 min walk - ‪Kennedy's - ‬4 min walk - ‪Insomnia - ‬5 min walk - ‪The Ginger Man - ‬2 min walk - ‪Wabler & Wren - ‬6 min walk ## About this property ### The Alex Upscale hotel near Trinity College Located close to National Gallery of Ireland at Merrion Square and EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum, The Alex provides shopping on site, a coffee shop/cafe, and dry cleaning/laundry services. The on-site restaurant, The Carriage, features international cuisine. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a bar and a 24-hour gym. Other perks include: - Buffet breakfast (surcharge), an electric car charging station, and express check-out - An elevator, luggage storage, and multilingual staff - Smoke-free premises, concierge services, and a 24-hour front desk - Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location Room features All 103 rooms include comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as perks like free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property. More conveniences in all rooms include: - Recycling, LED light bulbs, and eco-friendly cleaning products - Bathrooms with designer toiletries and hair dryers - 40-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels - Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and coffee/tea makers ## Similar properties ![Lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/200000/190200/190134/891073cb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Davenport City Centre Dublin - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Air conditioning - Gym 9.4 Exceptional 1,003 reviews CA $193 CA $219 total includes taxes & fees Feb 2 - Feb 3 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-02&endDate=2026-02-03&selected=190134&PinnedHotelID=190134&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Daily buffet breakfast (EUR 25 per person)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/527500/527457/1ca08d51.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Green City Centre Dublin - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Air conditioning - Gym 9.8 Exceptional 1,166 reviews CA $222 CA $252 total includes taxes & fees Feb 15 - 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Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 25 per person - A bar/lounge - A coffee shop/cafe - A restaurant - Couples/private dining ### Restaurants on site - The Carriage ### Things to do - 24-hour gym - Shopping ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Free newspapers in lobby - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Concierge services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Multilingual staff - Tour and ticket assistance ### Business services - Business center - Meeting rooms ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Elevator - Well-lit path to entrance - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) - Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - Wheelchair-accessible registration desk - Wheelchair-accessible restaurant ### More - 5 floors - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - At least 80% of food locally-sourced - Banquet hall - Built in 1762 - Double-glazed windows - Eco-friendly cleaning products used - Local culture and ecosystem education - Locally-owned and organized tours and activities - Smoking not allowed - Vegan dining options - Vegetarian dining options ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Blackout drapes - Premium bedding - Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge) ### Bathroom - Designer toiletries - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 40-inch flat-screen TV with premium digital channels ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Espresso maker - Free bottled water - Limited room service - Refrigerator ### More - Air conditioning - Bulk dispensers for toiletries - Cleaning products are eco-friendly - Desk - Desk chair - Eco-friendly toiletries - Energy-saving switches in guestrooms - Iron/ironing board - Laptop workspace - LED lighting - Phone - Recycling - Safe - Water-efficient showers - Water-efficient toilets ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Early check-in subject to availability Early check-in is available for a fee Contactless check-in available Late check-in subject to availability Late check-in fee for check-in between 11:00 AM and 6:00 PM Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM Contactless check-out available Late check-out subject to availability A late check-out fee will be charged Express check-out available ### Special check-in instructions Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Renovations and closures The property is closed between December 23 and December 28\. ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees) ### Children and extra beds This property does not allow children Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 40.0 per night Cribs (infant beds) are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 25.00 per person - Nearby parking fee: EUR 18 per day (984 ft away) - Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability) - Late check-in fee for check-in between 11:00 AM and 6:00 PM - Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability) - Rollaway bed fee: EUR 40.0 per night The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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 This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit ### National rating Rating provided by Fáilte Ireland, the National Tourism Development Authority of Ireland, source of official star ratings for accommodation. ### Property is also known as Alexander O'Callaghan O'Callaghan Alexander O'Callaghan Alexander Dublin O'Callaghan Alexander Hotel O'Callaghan Alexander Hotel Dublin Alexander Hotel Dublin Dublin Hotel Alexander Alex Hotel Dublin Alex Dublin The Alex (Formally O’Callaghan Alexander Hotel) The Alex (formally O'Callaghan Alexander Hotel) The Alex Hotel The Alex Dublin The Alex Hotel Dublin ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Alex pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at The Alex? ### What time is check-in at The Alex? ### What time is check-out at The Alex? ### Where is The Alex located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## The Alex Reviews 9.4 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 9.2 Location ### 9.4 Staff & service ### 9.6 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 764 8 - Good 172 6 - Okay 41 4 - Poor 15 2 - Terrible 9 ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### Barbara Nov 30, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Yes excellent location and lovely hotel ##### Barbara Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elizabeth Dec 13, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities We LOVED this hotel. Great location, friendly staff. The room was clean and had everything we needed for our stay. ##### Elizabeth Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Breda Dec 23, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities This hotel was amazing. The rooms were great, spacious, and clean. The staff were friendly. ##### Breda Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kimberley Oct 25, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities I loved the location of this hotel and all of the staff were very accommodating. ##### Kimberley Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Judith Dec 7, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Our whole experience was excellent, super clean room with high end 'equipment', staff such a joy - thank you! We highly recommended for a super comfortable stay. ##### Judith Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer Oct 23, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Great stay! Just what we needed - away from the hustle and bustle but still within walking distance of many pubs, restaurants and shopping. ##### Jennifer Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christina Oct 27, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Lovely hotel, lovely staff ##### Christina Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Deborah Nov 9, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Staff great. Lovely hotel in a quiet and safe area of Dublin. Lots of walkable good bars and restaurants. ##### Deborah Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cynthia Nicole Dec 16, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities We absolutely loved this hotel. It was very clean, the breakfast was delicious, and the staff was very accommodating (Mercial kept the room clean and stocked with clean towels. Simon gave us recommendations and warmth upon arrival) The location is perfect as it is safe but still in centre city and near trains and buses. Thank you so much for everything and we will be back! ##### Cynthia Nicole Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrew Dec 12, 2025 Clean. Well appointed. Great Vibe. Central location. ##### Andrew Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stefania Oct 19, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Perfect Hotel for a visit in Dublin. 10mins walking from Temble Bar and the main city centre away, it offers a quiet and comfortable stay. The rooms are big, tidy and the beds are insanely comfortable! We loved our short stay here and would definitively come back. ##### Stefania Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carl Dec 14, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great hotel. Lovely rooms. The bar was lvery relaxing. Breakfast was good with a good selection of hot and cold. This was a paid extra though not free as expedia suggested but good value none the less. Hotel was beautiful and staff particularly Maria in the resturant who took the time to get to know us remembering us on the second night with a warm welcome. Highly recommended. ##### Carl Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Meredith Aug 30, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Great location, friendly staff, and very clean! Rooms and beds were great. ##### Meredith Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Vera Jul 26, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very comfortable and excellent location ##### Vera Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Niki Apr 22, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Friendly staff, comfy rooms, great location. ##### Niki Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Michael Jun 5, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Modern, well-run hotel in a good location ##### Michael Stayed 5 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Araliya Jul 28, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Good location. ##### Araliya Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Suzanne Jul 7, 2025 Front desk staff very friendly and helpful. Great location ##### Suzanne Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Wess Blair Jun 19, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities This establishment was incredible. The staff were incredibly friendly and the accommodations were top notch. The breakfast was also great! ##### Wess Blair Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robin Sep 10, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities We were very surprised and pleased to see how awesome thjs place is. Service and staff were outstanding. We will be going back! ##### Robin Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marie Oct 31, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Really nice hotel, big comfy rooms, the front desk and cleaning staff were outstandingly friendly and accommodating. (Close to most sites. Only a few dining options in immediate area but they were really good. Quiet area but close to transportation. Would stay every-time in Dublin. ##### Marie Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Teresa Jun 3, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Staff were above and beyond, room was better than advertised, coffee and breakfast were lovely, this is a great spot for seeing Dublin!! ##### Teresa Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tracey Sep 21, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Loved the Alex Loved it. Great location. Highly walkable but tucked away in a quiet neighborhood. Friendly and helpful staff, nice room amenities. Very clean and lovely room. ##### Tracey Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Adele May 27, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very good location in city center, walking to great shopping on Grafton and bars. I would stay there again. ##### Adele Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rachael Jun 22, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great lia ton with some fab pubs in the area and lots of little coffee shops. Lovely rooms, decent size and the beds were really generous and comfy! ##### Rachael Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Clayton Hotel Burlington Road](https://www.expedia.ca/Dublin-Hotels-Clayton-Hotel-Burlington-Road.h22147.Hotel-Information) > > [Clayton Hotel Ballsbridge](https://www.expedia.ca/Dublin-Hotels-Clayton-Hotel-Ballsbridge.h2232529.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Moncton](https://www.expedia.ca/Moncton-Hotels.d4051.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [The Croke Park Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Dublin-Hotels-The-Croke-Park-Hotel.h1194479.Hotel-Information) > > [Adults Only Resorts & Hotels in Aruba](https://www.expedia.ca/Destinations-In-Aruba-Adults-Only-Resorts.0-0-d9-tAdultsOnlyResorts.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) > > [Hotel Faubourg Montreal](https://www.expedia.ca/Montreal-Hotels-Hotel-Faubourg-Montreal-Downtown-Hotel.h1971447.Hotel-Information) > > [Dublin Skylon Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Dublin-Hotels-Dublin-Skylon-Hotel.h558967.Hotel-Information) > > [Clontarf Castle Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Dublin-Hotels-Clontarf-Castle-Hotel.h108214.Hotel-Information) > > [Grand Canal Hotel Dublin](https://www.expedia.ca/Dublin-Hotels-Grand-Canal-Hotel-Dublin.h984485.Hotel-Information) > > [Maldron Hotel Newlands Cross](https://www.expedia.ca/Dublin-Hotels-Maldron-Hotel-Newlands-Cross.h2191510.Hotel-Information) > > [The Metro Hotel Dublin Airport](https://www.expedia.ca/Dublin-Hotels-The-Metro-Hotel-Dublin-Airport.h1498773.Hotel-Information) > > [Capsule Hotels Alberta](https://www.expedia.ca/Alberta-Capsule-Hotels.d11111-aaCapsuleHotels.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > > [InterContinental Dublin by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Dublin-Hotels-InterContinental-Dublin.h475902.Hotel-Information) > > [Casino New Brunswick](https://www.expedia.ca/Moncton-Hotels-Casino-New-Brunswick.h3747980.Hotel-Information) > > [Clayton Hotel Leopardstown](https://www.expedia.ca/Dublin-Hotels-Clayton-Hotel-Leopardstown.h2210669.Hotel-Information) > > [Radisson Blu St. Helen's Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Dublin-Hotels-Radisson-Blu-St-Helens-Hotel.h119346.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Flights from Mississauga (YYZ) to Lahore (LHE)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/lhe/toronto-to-lahore) > > [Flights from Richmond (YVR) to Dorval (YUL)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yvr/yul/vancouver-to-montreal) > > [Flights from Mississauga (YYZ) to Dubai (DXB)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/dxb/toronto-to-dubai) > > [Flights from Halifax, NS (YHZ-Stanfield Intl.) to Toronto (YTO-All Airports)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yhz/yto/halifax-to-toronto) ### Cars ### Packages > [Bora Bora](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/theme-vacations/all-inclusive-vacations/602861/Bora-Bora) > > [Las Vegas Vacations](https://www.expedia.ca/Las-Vegas.d178276.Destination-Travel-Guides) > > [Saskatoon Forestry Farm Park and Zoo](https://www.expedia.ca/Saskatoon-Forestry-Farm-Park-And-Zoo-Saskatoon.d6323209.Vacation-Attraction)