Smotscourt
Dublin

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Popular places to visit

St. Stephen's Green
After working your way up Grafton Street’s high end stops and eateries, step into St Stephen’s Green - an oasis of calm in the centre of Ireland’s bustling capital.

Trinity College
Explore Dublin’s literary and architectural past or simply stroll around the open spaces of Ireland’s leading higher education institution, in the heart of the city.

Guinness Storehouse
Top off a tour of Ireland’s number 1 visitor attraction with a perfectly poured pint of the black stuff.

Croke Park
Croke Park in Dublin is so much more than an impressive sports stadium. “Croker”, as it is locally known, is in many ways is a bastion of Irish identity that protects the spirit of Gaelic games from forces seeking to dislodge it. If this all sounds a bit dramatic you should take the fantastic Croke Park Experience tour to get a very real sense of just how important and deeply ingrained the GAA and Gaelic games are to Ireland’s sense of itself.

Aviva Stadium
If you’re heading to Dublin for a rugby or football match at the Aviva Stadium, then you’re in for a real treat. Situated just south of Dublin’s bustling city centre, the Aviva Stadium is a state-of-the-art, four-tiered sports stadium and concert venue, located on the rushing River Dodder not far from Ireland’s east coast.

Grafton Street
Watch the talented street performers as you search the boutiques in this shopping haven for something special to take home.
Things to do

Dublin: Guinness Storehouse Entry Ticket

Dublin: Forge a Silver Ring Workshop - 2 Locations

Dublin Highlights and Hidden Gems Guided Walking Tour

Dublin Open-Top Hop-On, Hop-Off Bus Tour with Live Guides

Go City: Dublin All-Inclusive Pass with access to over 40 Top Attractions

The Gravedigger Ghost Bus Tour
Top hotels in Smotscourt

Clayton Hotel Ballsbridge
Breakfast menu was nice, staff helpful, room was clean.
Reviewed on 19 Apr, 2026

Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport
Convenient well Managed front desk Bus to airport was great but just wasn’t sure where to find it after getting g to terminal Friendly staff
Reviewed on 20 Apr, 2026

Marlin Hotel Stephens Green
Great welcoming staff in a wonderful area. Could not recommend more.
Reviewed on 20 Apr, 2026

Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin
Amazing hotel and really great location in the city! Will definitely stay again in the near future!
Reviewed on 20 Apr, 2026

Clayton Hotel Burlington Road
I liked everything about the hotel and especially the staff of the restaurant bar area, I guess its called the Bookmakers Bar. The ladies and gents that work that bar are fantastic! I would mention there names but I don't want to forget anyone. I stayed there for 5 days at the hotel and it was one ...
Reviewed on 19 Apr, 2026

Clink i Lár
There were a lot of kids running around the hallway, screaming, and not being mindful to the other people’s who were staying in the same floor. But other than that, the staff was helpful, and the place was very accessible to the city.
Reviewed on 18 Apr, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Smotscourt

Ballsbridge
A noteworthy feature of Ballsbridge is its fantastic nightlife. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Aviva Stadium and Royal Dublin Society.

Sandymount
Sandymount is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Dublin Port and Dublin Bay while in the area.

Beggar's Bush
While visiting Beggar's Bush, you might make a stop by sights like Grand Canal and National Print Museum.

Grand Canal Dock
If you're spending some time in Grand Canal Dock, Bord Gáis Energy Theatre and Grand Canal are top sights worth seeing.

Ranelagh
When in Ranelagh and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Grafton Street or Aviva Stadium and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Ranelagh Station or Charlemont Station.

Dublin Docklands
While visiting Dublin Docklands, you might make a stop by sights like Bord Gáis Energy Theatre and Grand Canal.
