Location

The 3 Arena Dublin is one of the largest event venues in Dublin, with phenomenal acoustics and a capacity of 14,500 people- it hosts regular concerts and attracts a diverse variety of the world’s top artists to perform in it. 

The Samuel Hotel is less than 10 minutes from The 3 Arena, making us an ideal Dublin City Centre Hotel to stay at when going to a concert in the city.

The convention centre is Ireland’s world-class international conference and event venue. Located in Spencer Dock overlooking the River Liffey, the building is sleek and modern in its design, the centre is a landmark building for Dublin with its quirky, slanted structure. 

 If you’re looking for a hotel near the convention centre Dublin, you can’t get much closer than the Samuel Hotel. Located in the heart of Dublin and a mere 2 minute walk (190 metres) to the front doors of the convention centre, our 4-star hotel offers the perfect location for guests visiting the convention centre who want to explore the rest of the city during their stay. 

Located in our neighbourhood and only a 29 minute walk from the hotel this museum celebrates the life and works of the renowned Irish author James Joyce. It offers visitors a captivating insight into Joyce's literary legacy through exhibitions, events, and a fascinating collection of artifacts related to his life

If you’re flying into Dublin internationally or from across the country to attend the convention centre, our hotel in Dublin city is a 15 minute taxi ride or less than 20 minutes by bus (Aircoach) from Dublin airport. 

If you have any queries on how to get to our hotel near the convention centre, be sure to get in touch and we’ll be happy to assist!

Architect Santiago Calatrava was the lead designer of the bridge .The Shape of the spar and its cables is said to evoke an image of a harp lying on its edge. 

Just a 10-minute walk from the hotel, experience the interactive Jeanie Johnston Story that portrays the conditions faced by Irish emigrants aboard the ship during the Great Famine.

Immerse yourself in the rich history of Irish emigration and it's impact on the world at EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum in Dublin. This engaging and interactive museum tells the story of Ireland's global influence and is a captivating experience, only a 10-minute walk from The Samuel Hotel. 

Just 15-minutes from the hotel on the Red Line Luas from Spencer Dock, the iconic Trinity College Dublin showcases stunning 18th-century architecture and is home to the historic manuscripts of the Book of Kells, dating back to the 9th century. 

Located just 10-minutes from the hotel by Luas, The GPO Museum is rich with the history of Ireland's journey to independence and the role of the General Post Office in the 1916 Easter Rising.

Say hello to friends across the pond at The Portal on O'Connell Street. A live link across to New York, the portal opened in May 2024 and invites people of different cultures to meet above borders and differences.

One for the music lovers, the Windmill Lane Recording Studios Visitor Experience explores the impact of music on Irish culture. Located just a 20-minute walk from our hotel, learn about the famous faces who recorded here and even mix your own session with a virtual band!

For the adventure seekers, splash into the city with Surfdock Water Sports in Grand Canal Dock. Just 20-minute walk from the hotel, you can enjoy paddleboarding, kayaking and windsurfing in the heart of the city.

Located just a 10-minute walk from The Samuel Hotel, the Bord Gais Energy Theatre hosts the best of musicals and theatre from Broadway and the West End.