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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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The gay friendly Morrison Hotel, a Doubletree by Hilton, boasts a boutique interior, a musical theme, a new bar restaurant, and easy access to Dublin city centre. The gay bars and restaurants in Temple bar are within 5 minutes' walk of this quayside hotel, as is O'Connell Street. Rooms at the stylish Morrison hotel include free Wi-Fi, a 40-inch, flat-screen smart TV, a minibar, tea and coffee making facilities and an en suite bathroom with a hairdryer. Free wired internet is available in rooms. High ceilings, original art and hand-crafted Irish carpets feature throughout the hotel. There is an on-site fitness centre, which guests can use for free. There is a Luas light rail station located behind the hotel and the Guinness Storehouse is less than 10 minutes' drive away.
Number 31, Dublin is one of the most beloved boltholes in Georgian Dublin City Centre, renowned for its personal service, top notch breakfast and luxuriously laid-back atmosphere. The award-winning gay friendly guesthouse has been created within in a classical Georgian townhouse. St Stephen's Green is a 5-minute walk away, with the gay bars another 10 minutes walk further. The property features a sunken guest lounge, with leather seating and an open fire. The bedrooms at Number 31 feature a private bathroom with a shower, Dyson cooling fan and VOYA Irish toiletries. Freshly prepared breakfasts are offered each morning. Grafton Street, The National Museum of Ireland and National Library are under 15 minutes' walk away. Dublin Airport is 12.9 km away.
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.
Overlooking the River Liffey, the gay friendly Spencer Hotel is 10 minutes from the famous O'Connell Bridge and 20 minutes from the Temple Bar and Grafton Street, where you can find some of the gay life in Dublin. Each air-conditioned room includes a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Some of the guestrooms feature a seating area or a balcony with magnificent city views. All rooms include Nespresso coffee machines and tea making facilities. Each room is fitted with a private bathroom with power shower and complimentary Handmade Soap Company toiletries. The Spencer Hotel also offers a private, secure car park and a 24-hour front desk. The hotel features The Spencer Health Club which includes a fitness centre and indoor swimming pool. High-speed WiFi is available throughout the property. 3Arena and Bord Gais Energy Theatre are 10 minutes away. CCD - Convention Centre Dublin is 200 m away. Dublin Airport is 9 km from the property.

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

The gay friendly Morrison Hotel, a Doubletree by Hilton, boasts a boutique interior, a musical theme, a new bar restaurant, and easy access to Dublin city centre. The gay bars and restaurants in Temple bar are within 5 minutes' walk of this quayside hotel, as is O'Connell Street. Rooms at the stylish Morrison hotel include free Wi-Fi, a 40-inch, flat-screen smart TV, a minibar, tea and coffee making facilities and an en suite bathroom with a hairdryer. Free wired internet is available in rooms. High ceilings, original art and hand-crafted Irish carpets feature throughout the hotel. There is an on-site fitness centre, which guests can use for free. There is a Luas light rail station located behind the hotel and the Guinness Storehouse is less than 10 minutes' drive away.
Number 31, Dublin is one of the most beloved boltholes in Georgian Dublin City Centre, renowned for its personal service, top notch breakfast and luxuriously laid-back atmosphere. The award-winning gay friendly guesthouse has been created within in a classical Georgian townhouse. St Stephen's Green is a 5-minute walk away, with the gay bars another 10 minutes walk further. The property features a sunken guest lounge, with leather seating and an open fire. The bedrooms at Number 31 feature a private bathroom with a shower, Dyson cooling fan and VOYA Irish toiletries. Freshly prepared breakfasts are offered each morning. Grafton Street, The National Museum of Ireland and National Library are under 15 minutes' walk away. Dublin Airport is 12.9 km away.
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.
Overlooking the River Liffey, the gay friendly Spencer Hotel is 10 minutes from the famous O'Connell Bridge and 20 minutes from the Temple Bar and Grafton Street, where you can find some of the gay life in Dublin. Each air-conditioned room includes a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Some of the guestrooms feature a seating area or a balcony with magnificent city views. All rooms include Nespresso coffee machines and tea making facilities. Each room is fitted with a private bathroom with power shower and complimentary Handmade Soap Company toiletries. The Spencer Hotel also offers a private, secure car park and a 24-hour front desk. The hotel features The Spencer Health Club which includes a fitness centre and indoor swimming pool. High-speed WiFi is available throughout the property. 3Arena and Bord Gais Energy Theatre are 10 minutes away. CCD - Convention Centre Dublin is 200 m away. Dublin Airport is 9 km from the property.

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

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Gay friendly hotels in Dublin

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