Our neighbourhood

One of the most breathtaking viewpoints in South County Dublin, Killiney Hill offers sweeping views across Dublin Bay, often compared to the Bay of Naples. On a clear day, you can see as far as the Welsh mountains across the Irish Sea.

Walk through Killiney Hill Park, continue on to Dalkey Hill and Castle, or descend to Killiney Beach, which curves south towards Bray. Just a short drive or cycle from Dún Laoghaire, it’s one of the finest coastal walks near Dublin — and a favourite with locals.

Just off the coast of Dalkey lies this small but storied island — home to the ruins of an early Christian church, a cairn burial site, a Martello tower and a 19th-century gun battery. Accessible via a short five-minute boat trip from Coliemore Harbour during summer months (with local operators including Dublin Bay Cruises), Dalkey Island makes for a memorable half-day adventure from Dún Laoghaire.

Bring a picnic. Bring sunscreen. And expect to share the island with its famously curious resident goats.

Just minutes from Haddington House Hotel by DART, bike or car, Dalkey is one of Dublin’s most charming seaside villages. Centred around Dalkey Castle, the village is known for its literary heritage, independent restaurants and lively pubs. Each June, the internationally renowned Dalkey Book Festival draws writers and readers from around the world.

It’s the perfect spot for lunch, browsing bookshops, or an early evening drink by the sea.

Operating from spring through summer, Dublin Bay Cruises connects Dún Laoghaire Harbour with Dublin city centre and the fishing village of Howth.

Routes also include coastal sailings to Dalkey Island, offering a unique perspective on the Dublin coastline. Arriving into Dublin via the River Liffey is a particularly memorable way to experience the capital.

Every Sunday from 11am, People’s Park transforms into one of the best artisan food markets in Dublin.

Browse stalls selling organic produce, fresh bread, olives, pastries, falafel, local crafts and small-batch delicacies — including the much-loved Truffle Fairy. It’s a relaxed, flavour-filled way to experience Dún Laoghaire’s thriving food scene. Just a short walk from the hotel.

For something more active, stand-up paddleboarding on Dublin Bay is only minutes away. BigStyle SUP operates from Coal Harbour, one of the most sheltered spots in Dún Laoghaire Harbour — ideal for beginners and seasoned paddlers alike. It’s one of the easiest ways to experience the sea up close during your stay.

Located in nearby Sandycove, this Martello tower is famously the opening setting of Ulysses. Today it houses a museum dedicated to James Joyce, one of Ireland’s most influential writers.

A must-visit for literature lovers exploring South County Dublin.

Championing holistic wellness, Saunos is on our doorstep. The centre is devoted to enhancing vitality with invigorating hot and cold therapy rituals, harnessing benefits linked to cardiovascular and cellular health, stress and anxiety reduction, improved sleep, and overall rejuvenation.

When you’re ready for galleries, shopping or nightlife, Dublin City Centre is just 20 minutes away via the DART from Dún Laoghaire. Highlights include National Gallery of Ireland, Chester Beatty Library, The Book of Kells in Trinity College Dublin, Irish Museum of Modern Art, Guinness Storehouse, Jameson Distillery, Teeling Distillery and Grafton Street.