Popular places to visit
James Joyce Tower
Find out about the history of Dublin with a stop at James Joyce Tower. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Guinness Storehouse
Top off a tour of Ireland’s number 1 visitor attraction with a perfectly poured pint of the black stuff.
Trinity College
Explore Dublin’s literary and architectural past or simply stroll around the open spaces of Ireland’s leading higher education institution, in the heart of the city.
Dublin Port
Explore the waterfront in Dublin with a trip to Dublin Port. You can enjoy the bars while in the area.
St. Stephen's Green
After working your way up Grafton Street’s high end stops and eateries, step into St Stephen’s Green - an oasis of calm in the centre of Ireland’s bustling capital.
Aviva Stadium
If you’re heading to Dublin for a rugby or football match at the Aviva Stadium, then you’re in for a real treat. Situated just south of Dublin’s bustling city centre, the Aviva Stadium is a state-of-the-art, four-tiered sports stadium and concert venue, located on the rushing River Dodder not far from Ireland’s east coast.
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Cliffs of Moher Full-Day Tour from Dublin
Full Day Tour to Wicklow Mountains, Glendalough and Kilkenny
Top hotels in Sandycove
Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport
Good hotel and shuttle works well even though the hotel is some distance from the airport. Ordered poach eggs for breakfasts but they arrived cold - not sure if this was intentional or they had been sitting in the kitchen for some time after I ordered them. In fairness it was Christmas time and the ...
Reviewed on Dec 21, 2025
Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin
Clean cool room, great vibe
Reviewed on Dec 25, 2025
Hotel Riu Plaza The Gresham Dublin
2nd stay at this hotel. Would definitely recommend and stay here again. Friendly, helpful staff, great location, spacious rooms and nice breakfast.
Reviewed on Dec 22, 2025
Marlin Hotel Stephens Green
Just a really nice place. Stay there a lot.
Reviewed on Dec 20, 2025
Hilton Garden Inn Dublin City Centre
Great location, clean and tidy hotel. Good amenities. Good value
Reviewed on Dec 22, 2025
The Mercantile Hotel
What a lovely hotel right in the heart of Dublin. My room was silent!
Reviewed on Dec 23, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Sandycove
Dun Laoghaire
The ample dining options and beautiful seaside views are top of the list for many visitors to Dun Laoghaire. A stop by Dun Laoghaire Harbour or Dublin Bay might round out your trip.
Stillorgan
The abundant dining options and colorful gardens are just a few top-rate features of the neighborhood. Make a stop by Crypt Theater or Museum of Childhood while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Stillorgan Station to get around town.
Leopardstown
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Leopardstown. Spend some time visiting top spots like Leopardstown Racecourse, and catch the metro at Central Park Station or Glencairn Station to see more of the area.
Ballsbridge
Ballsbridge is known for its fantastic nightlife, and with sights like Royal Dublin Society and Herbert Park, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Dublin.
Beggar's Bush
While visiting Beggar's Bush, you might make a stop by sights like Grand Canal and National Print Museum.
Dublin Docklands
If you're spending some time in Dublin Docklands, Bord Gáis Energy Theatre and Grand Canal are top sights worth seeing.
