The Leinster

The Leinster – is Dublin’s ‘luxury lifestyle’ hotel the hottest opening of 2024? Parisian chic, batch cocktails, Toto toilets and Jean-Georges Vongerichten’s first Irish restaurant are coming to Dublin

For the combination of good vibes, smart design, great service, exceptional food and drink, endlessly diverting original art and a fantastic location.

A seriously good cocktail bar, dreamy interiors, Irish charm by the bucket load, and a world-class, Michelin-starred chef are what you’ll find at Dublin’s latest hotel opening. The Handbook’s Fashion & Lifestyle Editor, Astrid Carter, checked into The Leinster for 48 hours. Here’s what she thought…

We stayed here the night before our honeymoon and we were delighted with our decision to do so! Highlight of the night was our stunning dinner and drinks in Jean Georges - would definitely recommend booking this well in advance to secure a spot! Particular favourites were the tuna tartare and wild turbot. Can blow the budget if you want to or more reasonable options in keeping with usual Dublin prices. All in all, one of the best dining experiences we’ve had in Dublin in a long time!

Staff took care of me from start to finish. Recommended a tasting pairing menu between drinks and food. Music was incredible in the Collins bar downstairs. Outside terrace smoking area had heaters and a view of the dublin mountains as well as some of the baggot street area and beyond. The duck was indescribable paired with a beautiful merlot. Finished off the evening with an espresso martini and butterscotch dessert.

The hotel boasts stunning décor, ensuring every comfort in the room. The staff, particularly the receptionists, are incredibly helpful and friendly, providing exceptional and attentive service. I would gladly rebook in a heartbeat 💓

Spent three nights in the brand new Leinster Hotel in the heart of Dublin. My gosh this hotel is truly a five-star experience. The staff is outstanding, the décor is thoughtful and - get this - they have the fanciest toilets I've ever used in my life! Heated seats, conformed for comfort instead of just flat, a bidet for washing and dryer for - well - drying. I predict this will end up one of the top three or four hotels in Dublin.

Stayed here for two nights recently. The hotel is in a good location, walking distance to town. Quiet area at night. Staff are very friendly, especially the food/bev staff. Room was snug, but beautiful, had everything you needed, very comfortable beds. All toilets gorgeous as is the decor throughout the hotel. Had breakfast both mornings upstairs, very good service. Bar downstairs serves good cocktails. All in all, we enjoyed staying here, and would highly recommend it.

Excellent staff . Lovely spot. Will call back because off the staff

Beautifully designed and perfectly located hotel. Food & service in the rooftop restaurant are exceptional.