Spread on both sides of River Liffey, Dublin is the largest city in Ireland. Distillery tours are popular attractions in the city, and visits can be arranged to Guinness Storehouse and Jameson Distillery Bow St. Visitors can stroll on the historic Ha'penny Bridge and enjoy a lazy picnic at Phoenix Park. Travelers can visit Kilmainham Gaol and Dublin Castle to learn more about Irish history. A leisurely cruise down the river gives tourists a different perspective of the city.
Make the most of your weekend in the Irish capital with accommodations close to the venue. Continue scrolling for a guide on where to stay for concerts and events in Dublin, Ireland.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on October 30, 2025.
Hotels near Aviva Stadium
1. Sandymount Hotel (from USD 182)
This family-run hotel is spread across eight historic Victorian houses and has been welcoming guests since 1955. Sandymount Hotel offers several dining venues on-site, including a space for outdoor dining. Line Out Bar is the perfect place to take a break, make plans, or grab a pint of Guinness with your group.
Each of the luxurious rooms at the property is carpeted and features a sitting area. The plush beds and the soothing interiors are the perfect combination for a relaxing stay. The hotel is just down the road from Aviva Stadium and can be accessed via a five-minute walk over New Bridge. And if you are running late, a cab ride to the stadium will take just a minute.
The Sandymount Hotel
Address: Herbert Road, Sandymount
2.38 km (1.5 mi) from St Stephen's Green
2. Herbert Park Hotel and Park Residence (from USD 357)
Guests enjoy the lush Herbert Park area when they book this top property in Dublin. Aviva Stadium is 1.2 km (0.75 mi) from here, and it takes five minutes to reach by car. Guests who do not mind a walk can pick the 1 km (0.62 mi) long pedestrian route.
This contemporary property provides guests the option of selecting traditional hotel rooms as well as self-contained apartments for their stay. Herbert Park Hotel and Park Residence includes two restaurants, with the option of outdoor dining when the weather is pleasant.
Herbert Park Hotel and Park Residence
Address: Ballsbridge
2.1 km (1.3 mi) from St Stephen's Green
3. Grand Canal Hotel (from USD 152)
Excellent and reasonably priced dinners, great variety for breakfast, friendly and helpful staff, and a nice selection of food and drink options.
Reasonably priced dinners and breakfast, secure parking reasonably priced, but room rates can be on the higher side due to the central location.
Conveniently located near Aviva Stadium, Bord Gáis theatre, city center, DART station, and bus stops, with easy access to public transport and walking distance to many attractions.
Clean and comfortable rooms, excellent fitness room, secure parking, on-site bar and restaurant, air conditioning, TV, WiFi, and luggage storage.
This is one of the top choices for travelers in Dublin for rugby matches or events at Aviva Stadium. The hotel is 900 m (2,952.76 ft) from the stadium, with buses also plying along the route. Keeping guest convenience in mind, Grand Canal Hotel offers 24-hour use of the business center and gym.
Fans with reduced mobility visiting Dublin for concerts and events will see all their needs catered to at this accessible property. For a truly memorable stay, guests can book from the larger deluxe rooms or the junior suites. Both of these come with attached balconies.
Grand Canal Hotel
Address: Grand Canal Street Upper
1.43 km (0.9 mi) from St Stephen's Green
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4. Roxford Lodge Hotel (from USD 98)
Delicious continental breakfast with a good selection and quality. Friendly kitchen staff offering a warm welcome. Nearby cafes and restaurants provide excellent dining options.
Competitive pricing with great value for money, especially during the summer holidays.
Conveniently located in Ballsbridge with easy access to cafes, pubs, museums, and public transportation. Close proximity to Dublin Ferry port and within walking distance to city center attractions.
Unexpected amenities including DVDs, mini-fridge, heated floors, and a balcony. Well-equipped rooms with modern facilities, elevator, and parking.
The hotel building dates back to 1885, but it has been beautifully restored while still keeping the original design features. Roxford Lodge Hotel offers a variety of beautifully decorated rooms that help accommodate everyone, from solo travelers to families. The rooms are soundproofed, so don’t be afraid to listen to some of your favorite artists as you get ready to watch them perform live with your concert or event tickets. Aviva Stadium is 900 m (2,952.76 ft) away, and using a taxi or walking is the best way to reach the venue.
Guests can begin each day with a paid continental breakfast, which includes fruits and freshly squeezed juice. A bus stop is located right outside the hotel, making it convenient for guests to explore the city without having to worry about parking their vehicles.
Roxford Lodge Hotel
Address: 46 Northumberland Road, Ballsbridge
1.49 km (1.0 mi) from St Stephen's Green
Hostels near Aviva Stadium
5. Generator Dublin (from USD 22)
Good food, social public areas, and breakfast available, but some breakfast items not available, and cost of food is excessive. The bar area has loud music and unpleasant smell in the lobby.
Good value for money as a base, affordable for group weekends, but prices ratchet up on weekends. Excessive cost of food and extra charges for towels and baggage storage.
Perfect location, close to bars, restaurants, city center, and attractions. However, some noise and a bit far from the city center.
Relaxed vibe, pool, shuffleboard, games, lockers, and personal lights and sockets in rooms. However, some rooms lack privacy and have limited amenities like kitchen facilities.
First-time visitors to Dublin will love the location, which is right next to Jameson Distillery Bow St. Visitors can stop by the distillery for a tasting session and even learn how to make their own whiskey. This budget property offers both private rooms and bunk beds in dorms. Female-only dorms are also available at this hostel.
A booking coordinator can help book rooms or beds for groups looking for a place to stay for your concerts or events. Linens are included at this hostel, while towels can be rented from the reception. Generator Dublin is 5.4 km (3.36 mi) from Aviva Stadium and takes around 15 minutes to reach by car. It is best to reach the venue via cab or bus since the stadium does not offer parking on concert days.
Generator Dublin This is a Proud Certified property where you can be extra sure of a welcoming stay.
Address: Smithfield Square, Smithfield
1.68 km (1.1 mi) from St Stephen's Green
6. Garden Lane Backpackers (from USD 30)
This hostel is located on a quiet street within walking distance of Dublin Castle and the famous Temple Bar neighborhood. The Aviva Stadium is 4 km (2.49 mi) from Garden Lane Backpackers. Guests can sign up for the free walking tours provided by the hostel. It can be a chance for solo travelers to make vacation buddies.
This hostel provides daily deep cleaning with shared bathrooms cleaned thrice daily, ensuring a clean environment for guests. Visitors can cook meals and interact with fellow travelers in the kitchen. The hostel comes with an attached rooftop terrace.
Garden Lane Backpackers This is a Proud Certified property where you can be extra sure of a welcoming stay.
Address: Garden Lane, Christchurch
1.25 km (0.8 mi) from St Stephen's Green
7. Jacobs Inn Dublin (from USD 23)
This is a clean and conveniently located hostel close to both the bus and tram station. Guests are 3 km (1.86 mi) from Aviva Stadium and can reach the venue within seven minutes. Buses also ply along the route. Just like the venue, this hostel also accommodates mobility-disabled fans of the American record-breaker.
The hostel offers a 24-hour check-in facility, making this property extremely convenient for late arrivals. Visitors can enjoy an Irish party at the on-site bar. It also includes a limited breakfast and dinner menu. If you are looking for some variety, there are several restaurants within walking distance of Jacobs Inn Dublin.
Latroupe Jacobs Inn This is a Proud Certified property where you can be extra sure of a welcoming stay.
Address: 21 - 28 Talbot Place
1.49 km (1.0 mi) from St Stephen's Green
8. Abbey Court Hostel (from USD 22)
Guests enjoy a stunning riverside location when they choose to book this fun Dublin hostel. Abbey Court Hostel offers a free breakfast for a healthy start to the day. It is served between 7:30 am to 9:30 am daily. And for the best end to the day, guests can participate in the daily pub crawls organized by the hostel. The property is within walking distance of the historic Ha'penny Bridge, and it is surrounded by dining venues on both sides.
Abbey Court Hostel offers six different categories of room types to suit every budget and requirement. Make sure to borrow hair dryers and straighteners from the reception to look your very best as you get ready for an evening with your favorite artists at their concerts or with your friends for events. Aviva Stadium is 3.4 km (2.11 mi) from the hostel.
Abbey Court Hostel
Address: 29 Bachelors Walk
1.03 km (0.7 mi) from St Stephen's Green
Vacation rentals near Aviva Stadium
9. Charming little house with a garden (from USD 2076)
This is a gated house with a landscaped path leading guests to the front door. The beautiful surroundings with mature trees and outdoor seating will truly provide the holiday feeling. The garden also includes a covered patio, which can be used for meals and evening cocktails.
The hosts rent the house when they are away on holiday, so guests have access to the entire property, with the exception of one bedroom. Fans attending concerts will love the location, which is within walking distance of Aviva Stadium.
Sandymount, Dublin, Ireland
2.49 km (1.6 mi) from St Stephen's GreenSuperhost
Accommodates: 4
Top guest reviews
Cleanliness:
it is comfortable and cleanhome was clean comfortable and in a really great neighbourhoodRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
joan and leo have a really nice and cozy house
10. Bright and spacious independent home (from USD 1020)
This is a stunning 4,000 sq ft (371.61 sq m) that is meant for a large group of friends looking for a memorable weekend in Dublin. The sun-drenched common area features a glass wall that leads towards the back garden. The house is fitted with a dream Scavolini kitchen, where guests can create MasterChef-worthy meals. Glass doors from the kitchen also lead out to the back garden, which can be used for meals during the summer.
Friends looking to organize the perfect weekend will love this property. The concert venue is visible from this contemporary rental, and it can be easily reached on foot. Guests have the option of joining the party outside the stadium on days that they do not hold tickets to the extravagant performance.
Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland
1.92 km (1.2 mi) from St Stephen's GreenAccommodates: 8
Top guest reviews
Host:
daniel is a great host toodaniel was super helpful and responsivehosts were extremely helpful and welcomingthey should be super hostsgreat host and very clear instructions for a great propertyLocation:
location is superbeautiful property and awesome locationgreat restaurants within walking distance as wellsuch a lovely place stunning location and felt so luxuriousexcellent location and an ideal home for larger familiesRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
fabulous property with loads of space and fabulous facilitiesa very private spacious apartment with comfortable beds and furniture
11. Beautiful historic house with parking (from USD 6654)
This 1850’s house has magnificently been upgraded while still retaining its original features. Budding chefs will love the spacious kitchen, which is equipped with an original Aga cooker in addition to a modern hob. The atrium ceiling in the living and dining room flushes the interiors with natural light and helps brighten the space. A door leads out to a well-maintained herb garden, which includes outdoor seating.
This rental includes parking across from the house, with additional space available. However, it is best to use a cab or bus to Aviva Stadium as the stadium does not offer parking on concert days. It is even possible to walk to the stadium to watch your concerts.
Ballsbridge, Dublin, Ireland
2.23 km (1.4 mi) from St Stephen's GreenAccommodates: 8
Top guest reviews
Host:
connor is a nice hostconnor ( the host) home was beautifulconor was a great hostconor was a great hostconor was the perfect host with attentive communicationsLocation:
location is great and a comfortable walk to centraland the location superb for visiting dublingreat location nice big houselovely house in excellent locationthe location was excellent as wellCleanliness:
the beds were clean and comfortable to sleep invery clean throughout and very well equipped kitchenthe bedding and linens were very clean and comfythough the property is old it is well maintained and very cleanthe house was charming clean and comfortable and in a wonderful position in dublinRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
we slept 7 adults very comfortably with lots of room and some very thoughtful homey toucheswe loved the kitchen and dining area so much natural light and outside areathere was even another bed than was in the photos lovely lovely timeit’s also an amazing house for a group or family with a beautiful kitchen/gathering spaceconor's house was perfect for the 4 of us with a charming kitchen and a fantastic master bedroom
12. Self-contained basement apartment (from USD 163)
This apartment has recently undergone a complete refurbishment to offer guests an elegant stay in Dublin. The apartment features all wooden flooring with under-floor heating and a heated mirror in the bathroom. The host can also help stock the apartment with essentials upon request.
Guests can explore the city sustainably via Dublinbike, which has two stands close to the apartment. Eventgoers can easily walk to the Aviva stadium from the apartment. Although this is a basement apartment, it has access to a shared garden.
Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland
1.18 km (0.8 mi) from St Stephen's GreenAccommodates: 2
Top guest reviews
Host:
host was incredibly helpful friendly and responsivehost incredibly accommodating and responsivegearoid is a great communicator kind knowledgeable and helpful hostthe host was very helpful and great with communicationgearoid and carlotta were so very friendly and helpfulLocation:
perfect location for nearby docklands officesgood restaurants in walking distancegreat location about 15 minutes walk from the city centerwonderful place great location and well appointedamazing location we loved walking around the neighborhood and could easily reach all of dublin from this spotCleanliness:
clean comfortable and friendlyfantastic clean very well appointed facilitiesgearoids cleaner couldn’t clean the room before we arrived due to personal mattersnice clean apartment that had everything i neededthe basement flat was exactly as advertised clean tidy and comfortableRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
there is good wifi and cable tv and washer dryer so you feel right at homethe unit has everything you need and really appreciated the “extras” provided (washer/dryer kitchen supplies and condiments etcthe apartment is in a great walkable area with great coffee shops and restaurantsthere is an excellent back yard to eat breakfast ingreat basement apartment with a surprising amount of natural light and a cute patio out back
Dublin is ready to host a spectacular weekend for concerts and event goers
The vibrant city of Dublin is an excellent destination to combine concerts and events with a short weekend getaway. The city is packed with historical attractions and countless venues for wining and dining. This is the best guide on where to stay in Dublin, Ireland, for concerts and events.
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