Guesthouse 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)
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Lovely boutique antique guesthouse that has been meticulously updated. Very nice little touches like heated floors in the bathroom, nespresso coffee. Very comfy bed. Would definitely stay here again.
United States of AmericaThe privacy, the quiet, the history, the room amenities - coffee, tea, minibar, the bed, the heated bathroom floor, the ceiling light
United States of AmericaStunning and quaint room with great atmosphere and quietness, a true rarity for the temple bar area.
United States of AmericaDecor of the room and Denise was wonderful. Location was great.
United States of AmericaSimply put... Amazing from start to finish. We were greeted at the door by Denise and shown to our suite and she took the time to explain how everything works and which key goes to what door. She was super pleasant and knowledgeable and went out of her way to ensure we understood everything. In addition, provided her number as a 24 hour contact number in case anything came up. This is not your typical hotel it is a beautifully appointed classic home with only suites. The only thing that would’ve made it better is if we stayed another couple of nights. The best night sleep I’ve had my entire trip (3 weeks)!!! Thanks Merchant House and Denise for a wonderful stay in Temple Bar... will definitely book again next trip!!
United States of AmericaI would come back to Dublin just to stay here! Perfect location. Super clean. Super comfy. House manager was exquisite! The room exceeded expectations!
GermanyThe room was lovely with attention to detail that made our stay pleasant. It was spacious, the Wifi was strong, and the location was convenient to visit places we wanted to see.
United States of AmericaBed was comfy. Amenities were good (mini fridge was a definite plus). Great location for exploring Dublin's diverse neighborhoods. We were initially concerned about the lack of external photos and 24 hour front desk, but it was just cosmetic! Don't judge a book by its cover... the room was far more spacious than any other in the city for the price.
United States of AmericaThe room was clean and nicely decorated. The bed was comfortable. The location in Temple Bar is great.
United States of AmericaJulia was excellent, kept our room clean and tidy and was very friendly and accommodating. She gave us good recommendations for dinner. Would defintely stay again! Room was very quiet and relaxing, felt like we were miles from Temple Bar although it was a 30 second walk from us.
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Stay in the heart of Dublin – Excellent location – show map
In , close to the Button Factory venue, The has , luxurious suites that are minutes from , theaters, bars and historic landmarks.
The guest-house-style suites in Dublin's Old Quarter have free internet access, chocolates and complimentary refreshments upon arrival.
The Merchant House building was built in 1720, and restored in 2005. Each has a large, stylish bathroom and soundproof windows.
Express check-in/out service is mandatory. As there is no dedicated lobby area within the property, please state the exact time and date of arrival at the time of booking in order to ensure a member of will be available to welcome you and show you to your room.
This is our guests' favorite part of Dublin, according to independent reviews.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.
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Good for couples – they rated the facilities 8.8 for two-person stays.
Located in the real heart of Dublin, this property has an excellent location score of 9.5!
Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.
Breakfast Info
Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Gluten-free, American
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See what guests loved the most:
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King
United States of America“Lovely boutique antique guesthouse that has been meticulously updated. Very nice little touches like heated floors in the bathroom, nespresso coffee. Very comfy bed. Would definitely stay here again.”
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Nancee
United States of America
“The privacy, the quiet, the history, the room amenities - coffee, tea, minibar, the bed, the heated bathroom floor, the ceiling light”
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Frank
United States of America
“Stunning and quaint room with great atmosphere and quietness, a true rarity for the temple bar area.”
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Thomas
United States of America
“Decor of the room and Denise was wonderful. Location was great.”
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Keith
United States of America
“Simply put... Amazing from start to finish. We were greeted at the door by Denise and shown to our suite and she took the time to explain how everything works and which key goes to what door. She was super pleasant and knowledgeable and went out of her way to ensure we understood everything. In addition, provided her number as a 24 hour contact number in case anything came up. This is not your typical hotel it is a beautifully appointed classic home with only suites. The only thing that would’ve made it better is if we stayed another couple of nights. The best night sleep I’ve had my entire trip (3 weeks)!!! Thanks Merchant House and Denise for a wonderful stay in Temple Bar... will definitely book again next trip!!” Read more
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Jeffrey
Germany“I would come back to Dublin just to stay here! Perfect location. Super clean. Super comfy. House manager was exquisite! The room exceeded expectations!”
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Leigh
United States of America
“The room was lovely with attention to detail that made our stay pleasant. It was spacious, the Wifi was strong, and the location was convenient to visit places we wanted to see.”
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Allyn
United States of America
“Bed was comfy. Amenities were good (mini fridge was a definite plus). Great location for exploring Dublin's diverse neighborhoods. We were initially concerned about the lack of external photos and 24 hour front desk, but it was just cosmetic! Don't judge a book by its cover... the room was far more spacious than any other in the city for the price.” Read more
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Janice
United States of America
“The room was clean and nicely decorated. The bed was comfortable. The location in Temple Bar is great.”
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Alexander
United States of America
“Julia was excellent, kept our room clean and tidy and was very friendly and accommodating. She gave us good recommendations for dinner. Would defintely stay again! Room was very quiet and relaxing, felt like we were miles from Temple Bar although it was a 30 second walk from us. ” Read more
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About 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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Food: British, Irish, Italian
Open for: Breakfast, Lunch
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Amenities of The Merchant House
Great facilities! Review score, 8.8
Most popular amenities
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
- Private Bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Bedroom
- Linens
- Wardrobe or closet
- Alarm clock
- Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)
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
- Sitting area
- Desk
Media & Technology
- Flat-screen TV
- Cable channels
- Satellite channels
- CD player
- DVD player
- TV
Food & Drink
- Chocolate/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
- Secure parking
Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and costs € 19 per day.
Transportation
- Public transit tickets Additional charge
Services
- Private check-in/out
- Baggage storage Additional charge
- Ticket service
- Express check-in/out Additional charge
- Honeymoon suite
- VIP room facilities
- Wake-up service/Alarm clock
Front Desk Services
- Invoice provided
Safety & security
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- 24-hour security
- Safe
General
- Adults only
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Smoke-free property
- Hypoallergenic room available
- Heating
- Tile/Marble floor
- Soundproof
- 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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This property has taken steps to provide more sustainable and eco-friendly travel
Sustainability initiatives
These are the steps this property has taken to provide more sustainable and eco-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 accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.
Children & Beds
Child policies
Children not allowed.
Crib and extra bed policies
There's no capacity for cribs at this property.
This property doesn't offer extra beds.
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 need be quiet between 12:00 PM and 9:00 AM.
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 elevator 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 minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.
In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service hours.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) 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 so guests might experience some noise.
Please inform The Merchant House of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
FAQs about The Merchant House
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From the nearest airport, you can get to The Merchant House by:
- Taxi 30min
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The prices at The Merchant House may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
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Room options at The Merchant House include:
- Double
- Twin
- Triple
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The Merchant House is 2,150 feet from the center of Dublin.
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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 following parking options are available to guests staying at The Merchant House (subject to availability):
- Parking
- Secure parking
- Parking garage
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Accessible parking
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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 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:30 AM.
