Located close to Dublin City University and Croke Park, The Bonnington Dublin & Leisure Centre provides dry cleaning/laundry services, a bar and a health club. Indulge in a deep-tissue massage, aromatherapy and a body treatment at the on-site spa. Make sure that you enjoy a meal at the 3 on-site restaurants, including lunch, dinner and light fare. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a business centre and a steam room.
Located in Whitehall, a neighbourhood in Dublin, The Bonnington Dublin & Leisure Centre is in the suburbs and near the airport. 3Arena and Bord Gáis Energy Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Jameson Distillery Bow St. and Dublin Castle. Looking to enjoy an event or a match? See what's going on at Croke Park or Aviva Stadium. Practise your golf swing on a nearby course, or enjoy other activities in the great outdoors, such as hiking/biking trails in the area. Visit our Dublin travel guide
Swords Road, Drumcondra, Dublin, Dublin, 9
What's nearby
Fairview Park
2 min drive - 1.8 km
Croke Park
4 min drive - 2.8 km
National Botanic Gardens
6 min drive - 2.4 km
Omni Park Shopping Centre
2 min drive - 2.4 km
Dublin City University
6 min drive - 2.4 km
Getting around
Dublin Drumcondra Station
3 min drive
Parnell Tram Stop
5 min drive
Dublin Airport (DUB)
8 min drive
Restaurants
Fagan's
17 min walk
Insomnia
14 min walk
The Cat & Cage
11 min walk
Bread & Butter
20 min walk
Kennedys
17 min walk
About this property
The Bonnington Dublin & Leisure Centre
Upscale family-friendly hotel near Dublin City University
Located close to Croke Park and 3Arena, The Bonnington Dublin & Leisure Centre provides dry cleaning/laundry services, a bar and a health club. Indulge in a deep-tissue massage, aromatherapy and a body treatment at the on-site spa. Make sure that you enjoy a meal at the 3 on-site restaurants, including lunch, dinner and light fare. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a business centre and a steam room.
You'll also find perks such as:
An indoor pool and a children's pool, along with sunloungers
Full breakfast (surcharge), wedding services and a 24-hour front desk
A front desk safe, luggage storage and meeting rooms
Free newspapers, tour/ticket information and massage treatment rooms
Guest reviews speak highly of the pool and helpful staff
Room features
All 240 rooms boast comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
39-inch flat-screen TVs with Netflix, streaming services and cable channels
Wardrobes/cupboards, childcare services and electric kettles
Full breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; EUR 17.50 for adults and EUR 8.50 for children
3 restaurants
A bar/lounge
Restaurants on site
McGettigan's D9
The Croft Bar and Bistro
Things to do
Children's pool
Fitness classes
Full-service spa
Health club
Hot tub
Indoor pool
Sauna
Steam room
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Free newspapers in lobby
Guidebooks
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Tour and ticket assistance
Wedding services
Business services
11,873 square feet of conference space
Business centre
Meeting rooms
Outdoors
Pool loungers
Full-service spa
2 treatment rooms
Aromatherapy
Body wraps
Deep-tissue massages
Facials
Hot stone massages
Manicures/pedicures
Prenatal massages
Sauna
Spa open select days
Steam room
Swedish massages
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Handrails in stairways
Lift
Stair-free path to entrance
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible business centre
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible gym
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible spa
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6 floors
Banquet hall
Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bathtub combination
Towels provided
Entertainment
39-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels
Netflix
Streaming services
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Limited room service
More
Desk
Heating
Iron/ironing board
Laptop workspace
Safe
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: EUR 20
Minimum check-in age - 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: EUR 20
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for full breakfast: from approximately EUR 17.50 for adults and from EUR 8.50 for children
Early check-in fee: EUR 20 (subject to availability)
Late check-out fee: EUR 20 (subject to availability)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
We should mention
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa
Property class
Rating provided by Fáilte Ireland, the National Tourism Development Authority of Ireland, source of official star ratings for accommodation.
Frequently asked questions
Does The Bonnington Dublin & Leisure Centre have a pool?
Yes, this property has an indoor pool and a children's pool.
How much does it cost to stay at The Bonnington Dublin & Leisure Centre?
As of 19 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Bonnington Dublin & Leisure Centre on 4 Oct 2026 start from NZ$268, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is The Bonnington Dublin & Leisure Centre pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
What time is check-in at The Bonnington Dublin & Leisure Centre?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Early check-in is available for a fee of EUR 20 (subject to availability).
What time is check-out at The Bonnington Dublin & Leisure Centre?
Checkout is at 11 AM. Late checkout is available for EUR 20 (subject to availability).
Where is The Bonnington Dublin & Leisure Centre located?
This family-friendly Dublin hotel is located near the airport, within 2 mi (3 km) of Dublin City University and Croke Park. Jameson Distillery Bow St. and Trinity College are also within 3 mi (5 km). Dublin Drumcondra Station is 23 minutes by foot.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
The Bonnington Dublin & Leisure Centre Reviews
8.0
Very good
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This hotel is the best! It's quaint and well-maintained with a great staff! Love the entertainment in the evenings and the short distance to the bus stop! We traveled all around from this area and had a great time!
Very nice nd modern. Noisy at night due to the tram so bring ear plugs. The staff were superb and friendly. The breakfast was better than most restaurants in the area
Loved this stay! I traveled solo and felt safe here. Its in a lively area as well. I actually extended my stay at this hotel because i love it so much lol
Hotel is a little dated but still has charm. Room was clean just a little drainage issue in the shower. Conveniently located next to a quick shop and 15-20 min from the airport. Breakfast was really good. Try the sausage links and crepes 👌
Really lovely hotel, on the local bus route which is either to the city centre or the airport. The staff were helpful as well, the only gripe we had was that our room occasionally smelt like sewage which was quite unpleasant but we did make the reception team aware of this issue and this may have been because our room was so far away. I would however stay again.
Very convenient for a comfortable stay near the airport. Great convenience store next door. Spa was excellent and the buffet breakfast was amazing. Staff are very welcoming and hospitable.
Great hotel, overall. Like most of the non-chain hotels, no A/C. Great pool, sauna, steam room, and weight room. The location was close to public transportation bus stop. Convenience store right next the main entrance. Restaurant needs better hours, but the food was great, when we did choose to eat there.
Arrived early by about 20 min. Was allowed early check in which was appreciated. Then went to our room so we could get ready after a long day of travel. Cleaner proceeded to enter our room without knocking or announcing themselves after 3pm check in time. Walking in on my partner, getting out of the shower and then proceeded to speak to us through the door after already seeing him naked. Spoke to management on duty where they said that they would give us 1 day refund. But provided an email and never received any response as per the manager request to do so. Then, return after a long day out came to find that there is no water in the hotel as well as no internet. The next day, we were heading out for a trip to distillery, to find that our safe was not working. We were compensated by moving our room us without notifying us that they had switched us and we then had to relocate rooms after a long day when we were leaving Dublin at 7am the next morning. Although they tried it was a very disappointing stay. It made my trip in Dublin very uncomfortable.