Ballinteer Travel Guide
Dublin
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Popular places to visit
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.
Guinness Storehouse
Top off a tour of Ireland’s number 1 visitor attraction with a perfectly poured pint of the black stuff.
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.
Grafton Street
Watch the talented street performers as you search the boutiques in this shopping haven for something special to take home.
Dublin Port
Explore the waterfront in Dublin with a trip to Dublin Port. You can enjoy the bars while in the area.
Top hotels in Ballinteer
Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport
Ideal for proximity to airport
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Ruby Molly Hotel Dublin
The staff were incredibly friendly. You can drop your bags off before your check in time, perfect for early morning flights in.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Marlin Hotel Stephens Green
Good location, but probably wouldn’t stay here again. After checking into my room I noticed the toilet was clogged and as was the sink. Then the bed frame and headboard were torn up on the sides. The bedding was just a sheet (no fitted sheet) and a comforter, which is kinda odd as I’ve never see ...
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport Central
Going to the wrong hotel wasn’t a great start, the restaurant manager on Saturday night wasn’t very friendly but the waitress was lovely. Overall a nice stay but please sort out the hotel on google maps
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Arlington Hotel O'Connell Bridge
The room was cleaned every day yo a good standard. Staff very pleasant.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza The Gresham Dublin
A perfect place to stay.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Ballinteer
Stillorgan
The ample dining options and picturesque gardens are just a few popular features of the neighbourhood. 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.
Rathmines
Rathmines is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Swan Shopping Centre and Cathal Brugha Barracks while you're in town.
Ranelagh
When in Ranelagh and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Guinness Storehouse or The National Concert Hall and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Ranelagh Station or Charlemont Station.
Ballsbridge
A noteworthy feature of Ballsbridge is its fantastic nightlife. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Royal Dublin Society and Herbert Park.
Portobello
Though Portobello may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Guinness Storehouse and Iveagh Gardens.
Sandymount
Sandymount is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Dublin Port and Dublin Bay while in the area.
