The Address Connolly

Name: The Address Hotel Connolly
Address: Ireland
Telephone: +353 1 836 3136

A historic railway hotel opposite Connolly Station, combining Victorian character with modern accommodation, dining and compact meeting spaces.

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About The Address Hotel Connolly

The official name is The Address Connolly. It remains open and trading as a four-star hotel on Amiens Street, Dublin 1, directly opposite Connolly Station. Although sometimes described online as an events venue, it is primarily a hotel with two compact meeting rooms, private dining and gathering areas. It is not a ticketed concert hall, theatre or nightclub, and its largest officially published meeting-room capacity is 35 people.

The property’s long association with railway travel is fundamental to its identity. A North Star Hotel was recorded on Amiens Street in an 1862 street directory, while the surviving Victorian hotel building is dated to about 1880. It was constructed to serve the expanding railway system and occupies a distinctive triangular site between Amiens Street and the elevated Loop Line. The historic frontage is a protected structure and is rated as being of regional architectural, artistic and social interest.

The McGettigan family acquired the hotel around 1970. A five-storey rear accommodation block followed in 1998, with two additional floors added in 2007. In 2017, a new wing opened as The Address at Dublin 1, introducing almost 80 technology-led bedrooms and a seventh-floor Club Lounge. Permission was subsequently granted to bring another accommodation block to nine storeys, including 36 additional bedrooms. The combined property was renamed The Address Connolly when The Address Collective launched in August 2020.

Architecture, Design and Historic Character

The original ten-bay, three-storey façade is finished in stucco and incorporates blocked quoins, decorative window surrounds, sash windows, cast-iron sill guards and alternating triangular and segmental pediments. A parapet partly conceals the pitched slate roof and rendered chimney stacks, while a later iron entrance canopy adds another layer to the building’s evolution. The formal Victorian frontage contrasts sharply with the taller contemporary blocks behind it.

Inside, the hotel is design-led rather than conventionally historic. Public areas and newer bedrooms combine contemporary finishes with furnishings, artwork and decorative pieces sourced or crafted in Ireland. Club Rooms include individually controlled air conditioning and integrated controls for lighting, entertainment and guest services. The private rooftop Club Lounge has indoor and outdoor seating with views across central Dublin.

The building also has literary and revolutionary associations. The North Star appears in James Joyce’s Ulysses, where Leopold Bloom unsuccessfully tries to whistle for a four-wheeler outside it on 16 June 1904. Before the Easter Rising, Pádraig Pearse met Limerick Volunteer commander Michael Colivet at the hotel to discuss conflicting mobilisation instructions.

Events and Programming

The Address Connolly’s genuine in-house programme centres on business meetings, presentations, delegation briefings, working lunches, private dining, drinks receptions, cocktail-making classes and seasonal celebrations. The Author’s Lounge is suited to small corporate or social gatherings, while The Parlor serves board meetings and intimate private dining. The Place, an adjoining cocktail-bar area with a garden terrace, can be reserved for informal groups and parties, although no fixed capacity is publicly stated.

The hotel’s online “events” archive should not be mistaken for a record of performances inside the property. From 2021 to 2026 it primarily promoted accommodation, breakfast, dinner or pre-concert cocktail packages connected with events taking place elsewhere in Dublin. Those listings covered arena pop and rock, rap, country music, comedy, touring musicals, plays, international rugby and large business conferences at nearby venues. Tickets were normally excluded from the hotel package.

The 2026 archive continued this pattern, highlighting theatre, comedy, sport and concerts at major Dublin venues rather than announcing a resident performance season at the hotel. The property has also positioned its meeting rooms, accommodation and dining facilities for delegations connected with Ireland’s 2026 Presidency of the Council of the European Union. No verified regular in-house concert series or public performance programme for 2026 and beyond has been announced.

Pricing for private functions is quotation-based and depends on layout, catering, duration and room use. Previous festive menus have provided useful examples of the hotel’s mid-range group-dining positioning, but old brochure prices should not be treated as current quotations. Afternoon tea has recently been offered in The Parlor at roughly €30–€40 per person, depending on whether prosecco or a cocktail is included.

Tickets and Booking

There is no general box office because The Address Connolly does not routinely sell admission to performances. Anyone attending a concert, match or play elsewhere must obtain admission through that event’s authorised sales arrangements. A hotel package may include accommodation, breakfast, dinner or a drink, but visitors should never assume that it includes a show ticket unless this is explicitly stated in their confirmation.

Meeting rooms and private areas are booked as hospitality spaces rather than ticketed auditoriums. Organisers should confirm the agreed capacity, setup, catering, access time, finishing time, audiovisual requirements and cancellation terms in writing. Popular weekends around major concerts, international matches and conferences can increase accommodation demand, so rooms and group dining are best reserved well ahead of the event.

Seating, Layout and Technical Facilities

The Author’s Lounge accommodates 35 people theatre-style, 20 in a boardroom layout, 18 in a U-shape or 20 in a circle of chairs. It has a 60-inch flat-screen monitor, HDMI connection, flipcharts, stationery and complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi. It is suitable for presentations and discussions, but it is not a raked auditorium: all chairs are arranged on one level.

The Parlor holds ten people boardroom-style or nine in a U-shape. Its equipment includes a 42-inch monitor, HDMI connectivity, Wi-Fi, flipcharts and stationery. For interactive meetings, the U-shape keeps participants close to the screen; for formal decision-making or dining, the boardroom arrangement is the more natural choice.

No verified room dimensions, ceiling heights, stage measurements, loading arrangements or floor-load specifications are publicly available. The hotel also does not publish specifications for a concert PA, mixing desk, microphones, theatrical lighting, projection system, rigging, dressing rooms or backstage facilities. Organisers requiring amplified music, hybrid broadcasting, specialist lighting or production technicians should have every item confirmed before contracting the space.

Getting There and Parking

The Address Connolly is at Amiens Street, Dublin 1, D01 X6P6. Connolly Station is directly opposite, making the hotel exceptionally convenient for DART, commuter and InterCity passengers. Direct rail routes include Belfast, Sligo and Rosslare, while the Luas Red Line connects the area with Busáras, Abbey Street, Heuston Station and destinations towards Tallaght and Saggart. Busáras is approximately two to three minutes away on foot.

For Dublin Airport, express coaches serve Custom House Quay near Gardiner Street and Connolly Station, around a short walk from the hotel. Taxis can use the rank opposite at Connolly Station; road journey times vary considerably with city traffic. Passengers arriving by ferry at Dublin Port can normally continue by taxi or connecting public transport.

There is no on-site hotel car park. The principal nearby options are Connolly Station Car Park, Irish Life Car Park and the IFSC car park on Commons Street. Connolly Station parking has recently been listed at about €9.50 per day and operates around the clock. Irish Life has charged approximately €3.80 per hour, with evening, overnight and 24-hour tariffs, but it closes at set times. Always check the displayed tariff and closing time before leaving a vehicle.

Accessible bays are available at Connolly Station and Irish Life. Cyclists can use sheltered bicycle parking at Connolly Station, and the Luas stop has cycle racks. Drivers should allow extra time around weekday peaks, large Docklands events and match days, when roads and public transport can be particularly busy.

Inside the Hotel

Entry for a meeting or private function is through the hotel rather than a separate venue entrance. The property does not publish a universal concert-style bag policy, security screening procedure or list of prohibited items. Event organisers may impose their own rules, so requirements for registration, identification, photography, equipment storage and guest access should be agreed in advance.

NORTH is the principal restaurant and bar, offering lunch, dinner, cocktails, beer and wine with an emphasis on seasonal ingredients. The Parlor opens from morning for coffee, lighter breakfasts, sandwiches and baked goods. The Place provides drinks, light bites and an outdoor terrace. Conference catering ranges from refreshments and working lunches to finger food and canapé receptions.

Complimentary Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel. An accessible toilet is located near the foyer, although a detailed public restroom map is not published. Luggage storage is available for hotel guests, but there is no advertised public cloakroom for event attendees. As there is no regular performance programme, visitors should not expect a merchandise stand, auditorium bar or interval service.

The entire property is non-smoking. The spa and gym are for adult resident guests, with the spa carrying an additional charge. Facilities include a hydrotherapy pool, infrared sauna and heated salt room. The published limits are six people in the gym and ten in the spa area, helping preserve its quiet, compact atmosphere.

Accessibility and Inclusive Facilities

The hotel has a step-free entrance, automatic front door, wide double entrance, level access to the bar and dining areas, and lifts with wide doors, lower controls, Braille buttons and voice announcements. Guide and service dogs are welcome. Six accessible bedrooms are listed, incorporating lower fittings, alarm cords, reachable controls, grab rails, lever taps and clear space beneath the bathroom sink.

Restaurant support can include a familiarisation tour before opening, digital menus, special-diet options, a quiet table and room service. The hotel does not publish information about hearing loops, sensory kits or sign-language interpretation. Guests requiring those services, a specific transfer arrangement or an accessible meeting-room setup should confirm availability before arrival.

“ADA compliance” is not the applicable legal description in Ireland, because the Americans with Disabilities Act is United States legislation. International visitors should instead assess the hotel’s published Irish accessibility features against their individual needs. The absence of on-site parking is particularly important for wheelchair users, even though accessible spaces and accessible taxis are available nearby.

Nearby Amenities and Visitor Experience

The hotel is within easy reach of the IFSC and Dublin Docklands. Nearby choices include the historic Harbourmaster for pub food and drinks, restaurants and cafés around the CHQ building, and Urban Brewing in its stone-vaulted setting. O’Connell Street is roughly a ten-minute walk, while the Convention Centre, EPIC, 3Arena and the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre can be reached on foot or by Luas, depending on mobility and weather.

Large 2026 review datasets rate the hotel strongly for staff, cleanliness and comfort. Guests frequently value the transport connections, spacious modern rooms, restaurant and spa. Recurring criticisms concern railway noise or vibration, temperature control, occasional service inconsistencies and the atmosphere of some surrounding streets. Light sleepers should request a quieter room away from the railway where availability allows.

What Makes The Address Connolly Special

Few Dublin hotels demonstrate the city’s layers as clearly. The Victorian frontage belongs to the railway age; its literary connection comes from Ulysses; its revolutionary history reaches into the planning of the Easter Rising; and its modern additions reflect the transformation of Dublin’s north inner city and Docklands into a major business, tourism and residential district.

A €20 million-plus refurbishment programme changed the former three-star North Star into a contemporary four-star hotel with technology-led rooms and more active ground-floor hospitality spaces. The property’s economic contribution comes primarily through accommodation, dining, employment and small business events rather than public arts programming.

The hotel states that it works with local food, furnishing, design and art suppliers, supports community and charitable organisations, and provides opportunities for local artists and hospitality employees. Its role is therefore less that of a cultural performance venue and more that of a historic city hotel connecting travellers, local businesses, conference delegates and Dublin’s surrounding entertainment venues.

Visitor Tips and Information

For a meeting, arrive 20–30 minutes early to find the room, connect equipment and address catering or accessibility requests. For a concert elsewhere, leave a wider margin: Luas platforms and surrounding streets can become crowded, and walking times increase when large audiences are moving towards the Docklands.

There is no published general dress code. Smart casual clothing suits dining and business gatherings, while private organisers may specify something more formal. Age rules depend on the booked function; the hotel’s spa and gym are restricted to guests aged 18 or over. The rules of any concert, play or sporting event apply at the actual performance venue, not at the hotel.

Do not assume that “event package” means “event ticket”. Confirm breakfast, dinner, drinks, spa access, Club Lounge access and admission tickets separately. Club Lounge access is normally restricted to qualifying Club Room and Club Suite guests. If quiet is important, request an appropriate room when booking rather than waiting until check-in.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is The Address Connolly a concert venue?

No. It is a four-star hotel with meeting rooms, dining areas and spaces for small private gatherings. Concerts and theatre productions shown in its event archive take place at other Dublin venues. The hotel commonly offers accommodation or pre-event hospitality packages, but it does not have a published resident stage programme, public auditorium or concert box office.

What is the event capacity at The Address Connolly?

The largest officially published meeting capacity is 35 people in The Author’s Lounge when arranged theatre-style. Other layouts accommodate 18–20. The Parlor holds ten people boardroom-style or nine in a U-shape. Capacities for The Place, terrace and restaurant private areas are not publicly confirmed, so organisers should obtain a written figure for their proposed setup.

Can I buy concert or theatre tickets at the hotel?

The hotel does not advertise a general ticket office. Admission to performances, matches and conferences elsewhere should be purchased through the event’s authorised arrangements. Hotel packages frequently exclude tickets even when named after a particular artist or show. Read the inclusions carefully and keep your hotel reservation and event admission confirmation available as separate documents.

Are the meeting-room dimensions available?

No verified length, width, floor area or ceiling-height measurements are currently published by the hotel. The available planning information concerns the wider building rather than the individual meeting rooms. If your event involves scenery, exhibition stands, filming, a large presentation screen or mobility turning space, request a scaled floor plan or arrange a site inspection before booking.

What sound and lighting equipment is provided?

Published equipment consists of Wi-Fi, HDMI connectivity, flat-screen monitors, flipcharts and stationery. The Author’s Lounge has a 60-inch screen and The Parlor a 42-inch screen. A dedicated PA, microphones, mixing desk, stage lighting, projection equipment, rigging and production crew are not specified. Specialist audiovisual requirements should be itemised and confirmed with the event team in advance.

Is The Address Connolly wheelchair accessible?

The hotel publishes step-free entrance access, automatic and wide doors, level access to dining and bar areas, an accessible foyer toilet and adapted lifts. It also lists six accessible bedrooms with alarm cords, grab rails and reachable controls. Individual needs vary, so confirm the route to your particular meeting room, bedroom and dining area before booking.

Is The Address Connolly ADA compliant?

ADA is a United States legal standard and does not apply directly in Ireland. The practical question is whether the hotel’s Irish accessibility provisions meet your needs. Review features such as step-free access, adapted lifts, accessible bedrooms, alarm cords and off-site accessible parking. Ask directly about any requirement not published, including hearing support, hoists or accessible transport arrangements.

Does The Address Connolly have parking?

No, the hotel has no on-site car park. Nearby independent options include Connolly Station, Irish Life and IFSC car parks. Connolly Station has recently charged about €9.50 per day and is the most convenient overnight option. Other facilities have different closing times and tariffs, so check signs carefully and avoid choosing an evening car park that closes before your return.

What is the easiest way to reach the hotel from Dublin Airport?

An airport coach to Custom House Quay near Connolly Station leaves only a short walk to the hotel. A taxi provides a direct alternative, although journey time and fare vary with traffic. Travellers with substantial luggage or mobility requirements may prefer a taxi. The old Airlink information still appearing on some hotel material is outdated and should not guide current plans.

How close is Connolly Station?

Connolly Station is directly across Amiens Street from the hotel. It serves DART, commuter rail and InterCity routes including Belfast, Sligo and Rosslare. The Luas Red Line also stops at Connolly, while Busáras is approximately two to three minutes away on foot. This makes the hotel particularly practical for rail-based trips around Dublin and Ireland.

Are rooms affected by train noise?

Some recent guests report hearing trains or feeling vibration, while others find the sound insulation effective. The experience depends on room position and personal sensitivity. Anyone who sleeps lightly should request a room away from the railway when reserving. Earplugs may also be useful, but a quiet-room request made in advance is more effective than requesting a move after arrival.

Can non-residents eat or drink at the hotel?

The hotel’s public hospitality areas include NORTH, The Parlor and The Place. NORTH serves meals and drinks, The Parlor offers coffee, lighter food and afternoon tea, and The Place functions as a cocktail bar with an adjoining terrace. Opening hours and private bookings can affect availability, particularly on busy weekends, so arriving early is advisable before major Dublin events.

Does the hotel have a bag policy or security screening?

No universal concert-style bag policy or routine airport-style screening is publicly listed. Ordinary hotel and meeting access procedures apply unless a private organiser introduces additional security. Large equipment, displays or valuable items should be discussed beforehand. Remember that a concert or sporting venue you visit after leaving the hotel will have its own separate bag, entry and photography rules.

Is there an age restriction or dress code?

There is no published general dress code for the hotel’s restaurants or meeting rooms; smart casual clothing is normally suitable. Private events may impose their own requirements. Family accommodation is available, but the spa and gym are restricted to guests aged 18 or over. Age restrictions for concerts or theatre performances apply at the venue hosting that event.

How early should I arrive for an event?

For a meeting inside the hotel, 20–30 minutes is normally sensible, especially if you are presenting or need an accessible setup. For a show elsewhere, follow the performance venue’s door time and allow additional travel time. Crowding around Connolly, the Luas and Docklands can add delays before major concerts, rugby matches and weekday evening events.

Is the spa included with a hotel room?

The gym is available to resident guests, while use of the spa relaxation area generally costs extra. The recently published spa fee is €25 per person per day, but charges may change. Facilities include a hydrotherapy pool, infrared sauna and heated salt room. Advance booking is advisable because the spa area has a stated maximum capacity of ten people.

Are service dogs permitted?

Yes. The hotel’s accessibility statement says guide and service dogs are welcome. Guests should still notify the property before arrival so the appropriate room, dining arrangements and housekeeping requirements can be prepared. If attending a private meeting, inform the organiser as well, particularly where seating is tightly configured or several assistance-dog users will attend.

Which room type offers the rooftop lounge?

Club Room and qualifying Club Suite guests receive access to the private seventh-floor Club Lounge. It provides indoor and outdoor seating, city views, Wi-Fi, hot drinks, light snacks and a continental breakfast selection. Access is not automatically included with every bedroom or meeting booking, so check the benefits attached to the specific room category before confirming.

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