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Dublin Gay Cruising

If you're looking for some action in Dublin, Ireland, then look no further for information about gay cruising spots in and around the city. As always, be conscious of your personal safety when meeting strangers.

Dublin Hotel Deals

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Just a 5-minute walk from the gay bars and Dublin's lively Temple Bar entertainment district, this modern purpose-built hostel offers affordable accommodation within the very heart of the city. This is a great choice for a gay friendly, budget stay in Dublin. Choose between dormitories and en-suite private rooms, depending on your budget. In the mornings, Jacobs Inn Hostel offers breakfast for an additional charge. Every day, there is a free guided walk of the city from the reception. Other facilities at Jacobs Inn Hostel include a common room, along with laundry and luggage storage. Located opposite Connolly Station, it is conveniently placed for easy access to the entire city via DART or Luas. There are also a number of attractions within walking distance of the hostel, such as Croke Park, the 3Arena, the Jeanie Johnston Famine Ship, Trinity College, Temple Bar, and the shops of O'Connell Street.
The stylish Hard Rock Hotel Dublin features air-conditioned rooms with satellite flat-screen TV in Dublin City Centre, just a stones throw from Temple Bar and the gay nightlife. Among the facilities of this gay friendly property are a restaurant, a 24-hour front desk and room service, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Guests can make use of a bar. All units will provide guests with a desk and a coffee machine. A a la carte breakfast is available daily at the hotel. Popular points of interest near Hard Rock Hotel Dublin include The City Hall, Dublin Castle and Button Factory. The nearest airport is Dublin Airport, 9 km from the accommodation.
Listed in The Independent's Top 50 Places to Stay, The Clarence Boutique Hotel in Dublin offers luxury rooms & delicious food with a gay friendly welcome. The Clarence hotel is Dublin's original rock n' roll hotel situated right in the heart of Dublin. This boutique hotel offers rooms with super king-size, wrought-iron beds and velvet drapes. Located right in Dublin's centre, steps from gay nightlife, the hotel boasts River Liffey views. Each individually designed room features custom-designed and hand-crafted furnishings, and stained glass bedside lamps. There is free Wi-Fi in all rooms, along with American White Oak floors and a private bathroom with limestone flooring. Dublin's lively Temple Bar District is just a 2-minute walk from The Clarence, while O'Connell Street and Grafton Street are both 10 minutes' walk away. Trinity College and Dublin Castle are less than 10 minutes' walk from the hotel.
Located in Temple Bar, close to the gay bars of Dublin, The Merchant House has spacious, luxurious suites that are minutes from restaurants, theatres, bars and historic landmarks. The guest-house-style suites in Dublin's Old Quarter come with free internet access, chocolates and complimentary refreshments on arrival. The Merchant House building was built in 1720, then restored in 2005. Each suite has a large, stylish bathroom and soundproofed windows. Express check-in/out service only. As there is no dedicated reception area within the property, please state exact time and date of arrival at the time of booking in order to ensure a member of staff will be available to welcome guests and show them to their rooms.

Cruising Bars in Dublin

The George

The George

Dancing, Drag

The George has been heavily involved in Dublin's LGBTQ+ scene since it opened over 36 years ago, offering a safe and fun space to dance the night away. Today it features nationally recognised drag acts, plus a huge dance floor and a bar that's open throughout the day. Switching from afternoon drinks to after dark parties, The George hosts the ultimate late night clubbing experience.
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Dublin Hotel Deals

Grab a great deal on your trip with GayMapper's hotel partners

Just a 5-minute walk from the gay bars and Dublin's lively Temple Bar entertainment district, this modern purpose-built hostel offers affordable accommodation within the very heart of the city. This is a great choice for a gay friendly, budget stay in Dublin. Choose between dormitories and en-suite private rooms, depending on your budget. In the mornings, Jacobs Inn Hostel offers breakfast for an additional charge. Every day, there is a free guided walk of the city from the reception. Other facilities at Jacobs Inn Hostel include a common room, along with laundry and luggage storage. Located opposite Connolly Station, it is conveniently placed for easy access to the entire city via DART or Luas. There are also a number of attractions within walking distance of the hostel, such as Croke Park, the 3Arena, the Jeanie Johnston Famine Ship, Trinity College, Temple Bar, and the shops of O'Connell Street.
The stylish Hard Rock Hotel Dublin features air-conditioned rooms with satellite flat-screen TV in Dublin City Centre, just a stones throw from Temple Bar and the gay nightlife. Among the facilities of this gay friendly property are a restaurant, a 24-hour front desk and room service, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Guests can make use of a bar. All units will provide guests with a desk and a coffee machine. A a la carte breakfast is available daily at the hotel. Popular points of interest near Hard Rock Hotel Dublin include The City Hall, Dublin Castle and Button Factory. The nearest airport is Dublin Airport, 9 km from the accommodation.
Listed in The Independent's Top 50 Places to Stay, The Clarence Boutique Hotel in Dublin offers luxury rooms & delicious food with a gay friendly welcome. The Clarence hotel is Dublin's original rock n' roll hotel situated right in the heart of Dublin. This boutique hotel offers rooms with super king-size, wrought-iron beds and velvet drapes. Located right in Dublin's centre, steps from gay nightlife, the hotel boasts River Liffey views. Each individually designed room features custom-designed and hand-crafted furnishings, and stained glass bedside lamps. There is free Wi-Fi in all rooms, along with American White Oak floors and a private bathroom with limestone flooring. Dublin's lively Temple Bar District is just a 2-minute walk from The Clarence, while O'Connell Street and Grafton Street are both 10 minutes' walk away. Trinity College and Dublin Castle are less than 10 minutes' walk from the hotel.
Located in Temple Bar, close to the gay bars of Dublin, The Merchant House has spacious, luxurious suites that are minutes from restaurants, theatres, bars and historic landmarks. The guest-house-style suites in Dublin's Old Quarter come with free internet access, chocolates and complimentary refreshments on arrival. The Merchant House building was built in 1720, then restored in 2005. Each suite has a large, stylish bathroom and soundproofed windows. Express check-in/out service only. As there is no dedicated reception area within the property, please state exact time and date of arrival at the time of booking in order to ensure a member of staff will be available to welcome guests and show them to their rooms.

Other Cruising Spots in Dublin

The Boilerhouse

The Boilerhouse

Men Only, Cruising

This private and discreet venue allows gay and bisexual men to explore in safety. Five floors of facilities give you plenty of things to try out and enjoy including steam room, jaccuzi, dry sauna, showers, and of course private cabins for some time alone with the guys you'll meet. Boilerhouse is close to all the nightlife venues as well, and there's also an in-house cafe bar that serves coffee, snacks, and speciality drinks.
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Tours & Experiences in Dublin

Dublin is best enjoyed with a little history and a little mischief. Visit Trinity College and the Guinness Storehouse, wander the city centre or take a trip to the Cliffs of Moher, then return for live music, pints and a very sociable night out.


Gay friendly hotels in Dublin

As an LGBTQ+ traveller to Dublin, it's important to stay somewhere welcoming and that's great value. Treat yourself to a luxury hotel or stay budget and spend what you save on partying! Check out GayMapper curated recommendations for highly rated, gay friendly hotel deals in Dublin, Ireland. You can support GayMapper by checking out our hotel deals as this helps us to keep the site updated with all this useful information!

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