The Shelbourne Hotel stands on the north side of St Stephen's Green in Dublin 2, overlooking the park's wrought-iron railings and the Georgian terraces beyond. The hotel's central location puts Grafton Street's shopping within a four-minute walk, the DART at Pearse Station roughly ten minutes on foot, and Dublin Airport around 30 minutes by taxi or the Airlink 747 coach from nearby O'Connell Street.
The Shelbourne's origins trace to 1824 when Martin Burke opened a hotel on this site; the present Victorian palazzo building dates from a major 1867 reconstruction. The hotel's place in Irish history is substantial: in 1922 the Irish Constitution was drafted in Room 112, now preserved as a meeting room. James Joyce referenced it in Ulysses, and the hotel's guest registers span most of the notable political and literary figures of the 19th and 20th centuries. Renovation completed in 2007 and ongoing refurbishments have preserved the period interiors while introducing modern comforts.
The hotel has 265 rooms and suites, ranging from Classic rooms in the mid-20s of square metres to expansive suites with views across St Stephen's Green. The Constitution Suite and the Princess Grace suite are among the larger named options. All rooms carry period-influenced décor with dark wood furniture and patterned fabrics.
The Saddle Room is the main dining restaurant, serving modern Irish cuisine at lunch and dinner. The Lord Mayor's Lounge is one of Dublin's most established venues for afternoon tea, served daily with a full selection of finger sandwiches, scones, and pastries. The No. 27 Bar draws a mixed hotel and local crowd in the evenings.
Spa facilities are provided through the Shelbourne Spa on the lower ground floor, offering a range of treatments, a sauna, and a fitness centre. There is no swimming pool on site.
Service is formal and attentive; a dedicated concierge team assists with theatre bookings, private dining reservations, and city transport arrangements. The Shelbourne operates within Marriott's Autograph Collection and honours Marriott Bonvoy loyalty points.
Room types
- Classic
- Superior
- Deluxe
- Junior Suite
- Suites
Amenities
- Bar (Lord Mayor's Lounge)
- Restaurant
- Spa
- Gym
- Afternoon tea
- Concierge
Location
27 St Stephen's Green, Dublin 2, D02 C863
53.3379, -6.2574 View on map
Highlights
- Room 112 where the 1922 Irish Constitution was drafted — a piece of living Irish history within the hotel
- Lord Mayor's Lounge afternoon tea, one of Dublin's most iconic hospitality traditions since the Victorian era
- Prime location directly facing St Stephen's Green, Dublin's central park and social hub
- The Saddle Room restaurant serving modern Irish cuisine with locally sourced produce
- Part of Marriott's Autograph Collection, earning Bonvoy loyalty points on stays
Tips for visiting
- Book the Lord Mayor's Lounge afternoon tea at least a week in advance, particularly on weekends and during Christmas and St Patrick's Day periods.
- Rooms at the front of the building overlook St Stephen's Green but can carry street noise on weekend nights; request a rear room for quieter sleep.
- Marriott Bonvoy members should link their booking to earn and redeem points — the Shelbourne regularly appears as a top-tier redemption property.
- The LUAS Green Line stop at St Stephen's Green is a 90-second walk and connects to Dublin's southern suburbs and the docklands.