Guest house The Merchant House
8 Eustace Street, Temple Bar, D02 KX31 Dublin, Ireland – Excellent location - show map
Excellent location — rated 9.5/10! (score from 315 reviews)
Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions
The room and accoutrements are excellent. Comfort is.high and especially in these Covid times, serves as an superb getaway option while.allowimg you to remain isolated.

Very nice room, well appointed and very nicely decorated, with homely touches

Very beautiful, historic and arty. Super comfortable

The room was just perfect for our overnight stay. The was no noise, and in a fantastic location. Even during the strange times thay we are in, it was still a pleasure to stay here.

Large and comfortable. Good bed. Easy to spread out and relax in. Man that helped us out was very hospitable. Shower was just fine. Nespresso machine!

Great quality accommodation right in the centre of Dublin with easy access to all Dublin has to offer.

Very nice room, well equipped, very comfortable bed, location for Temple Bar area excellent

Fantastic location right in the Centre of Dublin. Close to the centre of Temple Bar. Not too noisy. Great room and shower room. Quite large. Really nice receptionist. Wonderful choice of bars and restaurants within 100m of the guesthouse

It was obvious that the owner had spent a lot of time and energy thinking through all possible wants for their guests. Huge compliments to them for that.

The room was well furnished with taste and it was comfortable. Nathalia was really nice and welcoming.

The Merchant House
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The Merchant House was built in 1720, originally a Merchants House and very early Georgian . The building was extensively restored to its former glory in 2006. An award winning restoration received much acclaim when finished as its 'Dutch' type roof is very unique for a building in Dublin. The upper floors were extended / soundproofed and luxury Guest Suites were provided. Emphasis on conserving heat and the reduction of noise from outside was dealt with. Sound proof internal windows were fitted in the entire building thus giving our Guests a comfortable sound sleep. Temple Bar outside may be vibrant, but our Guests enjoy a relaxing sleep in their comfortable cosy king size beds.
As a ardent traveler myself, I like to stay in quality , spacious and luxurious accommodation when I travel abroad. When the opportunity came up to purchase this very early Georgian building in the center of Dublin city. I thought it an ideal spot to convert the upper floors to luxury Guest Suites. Its first owner was a well known 'Merchant' in banking circles with a stately home in the Country. Luxury Guest Suites were installed and our reputation for affordable 5 star accommodation was forged.
The Merchant House is situated in the Temple Bar area of Dublin City. This area is over 1000 years old and is the 'Cultural' capitol of Dublin. Temple Bar is a Bohemian area, festooned with small Shops, Eateries, Restaurants, Markets, Clubs and Theatre' s. Renowned for it Bar, night life and vibrancy . The well known 'Ark' for children is one minute away from The Merchant House. Restaurants are in abundance offering huge choices at moderate prices. Temple Bar is a 'busy' area , well lit, CCTV everywhere and relatively secure as police patrol constantly. Yes, it is vibrant, sometimes noisy but buzzing with atmosphere. The Temple Bar area is fully serviced by all modes of transport to and from Dublin Airport. At The Merchant House we have installed 'Soundproof' windows so our Guests can retreat from the outside 'buzz' and enjoy the luxury of their Suites.
Languages spoken: English, Italian, Portuguese
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Button Factory0 miles
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National Photographic Archive0 miles
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Temple Bar0.1 miles
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Olympia Theatre0.1 miles
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Temple Bar Gallery and Studios0.1 miles
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The City Hall0.1 miles
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Italian Quarter0.1 miles
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Ha'penny Bridge0.1 miles
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Irish Stock Exchange0.1 miles
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Dublin Castle0.2 miles
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Cafe/bar Panem Restaurant0 miles
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Restaurant La Caverna Restaurant0.1 miles
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Irish Whiskey Museum0.2 miles
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Trinity College0.3 miles
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Book of Kells0.3 miles
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St Patrick's Cathedral0.4 miles
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The Little Museum of Dublin0.4 miles
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Teeling Whiskey Distillery0.7 miles
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Dublin Zoo1.7 miles
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National Botanic Gardens2 miles
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Phoenix Park2.7 miles
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Portmarnock Golf Club7.5 miles
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River River Liffey0.1 miles
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Dublin Airport5.8 miles
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RetryPanem Restaurant ( 2 minutes walk )
Cuisine: British, Irish, Italian
Open for: Breakfast, Lunch
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Facilities of The Merchant House
Great facilities! Review score, 8.8
Most popular facilities
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Towels/sheets (extra fee)
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Bedroom
- Linen
- Wardrobe or closet
- Alarm clock
- Extra long beds (> 2 metres)
Outdoors
- Terrace
Kitchen
- Cleaning products
- Electric kettle
- Refrigerator
Room Amenities
- Socket near the bed
Pets
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Pets are not allowed.
Activities
- Tour or class about local culture
- Bike tours Additional charge
- Walking tours
Living Area
- Seating Area
- Desk
Media & Technology
- Flat-screen TV
- Cable channels
- Satellite channels
- CD player
- DVD player
- TV
Food & Drink
- Chocolate or cookies
- Wine/champagne Additional charge
- Restaurant
- Minibar
- Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
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Free! WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
- Accessible parking
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Parking garage
- Secured parking
Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and costs € 19 per day.
Transport
- Public transport tickets Additional charge
Services
- Private check-in/check-out
- Luggage storage Additional charge
- Ticket service
- Express check-in/check-out Additional charge
- Bridal suite
- VIP room facilities
- Wake up service/Alarm clock
Reception services
- Invoice provided
Safety & security
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- 24-hour security
- Safety deposit box
General
- Adult only
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Non-smoking throughout
- Allergy-free room
- Heating
- Tile/marble floor
- Soundproofing
- Private entrance
- Carpeted
- Soundproof rooms
- Heating
- Fan
- Ironing facilities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Iron
- Air conditioning
Accessibility
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Languages spoken
- English
- Italian
- Portuguese
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RetrySustainable initiatives
This property has taken steps to provide more sustainable and environmentally friendly travel
Sustainable initiatives
These are the steps this property has taken to provide more sustainable and environmentally friendly travel:
- Option to opt-out of daily room cleaning
- Option to reuse towels
- Electric car charging station
Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children are not allowed.
Cot and extra bed policies
There is no capacity for cots at this property.
There is no capacity for extra beds at this property.
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
The Merchant House accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 12:00 and 09:00.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
The fine print
Children cannot be accommodated at The Merchant House.
To enter the guest house, go to 8 Eustace Street (there will be a sign for The Merchant House). Use the intercom to enter.
Please note that there is no lift in the building.
Late check-in after 23:00 is possible by prior arrangement with the hotel and for an additional EUR 30.
In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.
This property is located in a residential area and guests are asked to refrain from excessive noise.
This property is located in a busy area and guests may experience noise.
Please inform The Merchant House in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
FAQs about The Merchant House
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The prices at The Merchant House may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.
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Guests staying at The Merchant House can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.5).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Continental
- Full English/Irish
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
- American
- À la carte
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The Merchant House has 1 restaurant:
- Panem Restaurant ( 2 minutes walk )
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The Merchant House offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
- Walking tours
- Tour or class about local culture
- Bike tours
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Check-in at The Merchant House is from 14:00, and check-out is until 11:30.
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Room options at The Merchant House include:
- Double
- Twin
- Triple
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The following parking options are available to guests staying at The Merchant House (subject to availability):
- Parking
- Secured parking
- Parking garage
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Accessible parking
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From the nearest airport, you can get to The Merchant House by:
- Taxi 30min
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The Merchant House is 700 yards from the centre of Dublin.