A Ranelagh base for your Dublin stay
Ranelagh is the Dublin neighbourhood you'd actually want to live in — a tree-lined Victorian village clustered around the Luas Green Line, packed with the kind of independent cafés, bookshops and bakeries that don't exist in tourist Dublin. Twelve minutes by tram into Stephen's Green; twenty-five minutes by tram to Sandyford's tech parks.
Our Ranelagh apartments are full one and two-bedroom homes in classic red-brick terraces. Designed for professionals on extended stays — proper kitchens, fast Wi-Fi, dedicated workstations and a quiet residential street that lets you sleep at night.
Luas Green Line
Direct tram to Stephen's Green (12 min) and Sandyford's tech corridor (25 min). No transfers, runs every few minutes.
Independent café culture
Two Pups, Ali's Cafe, Slice, Nick's Coffee, Honey Truffle — Ranelagh has more good coffee per square metre than anywhere in Dublin.
Walk to the city
A flat, 25-minute walk into Trinity College and Grafton Street via the Grand Canal — the prettiest commute in Dublin.
Genuine residential feel
Quiet Victorian terraces, mature trees, almost no tourist footfall. You'll meet your neighbours.
Available apartments in Ranelagh
Direct-bookable EirStay apartments currently available in Ranelagh. Minimum stay 21 nights; meaningful discounts on stays of 28 nights and longer.
What's around Ranelagh
Eat & drink
Forest Avenue (Michelin), Tribeca, Cinnamon, Honey Truffle, Mason, The Hill bistro and the Russell Stores deli — all under 10 minutes' walk.
Run & train
The Grand Canal towpath for runs, FlyeFit Ranelagh, Pure Yoga, the Bowling Club and a flat 5-minute cycle to Herbert Park.
Weekend culture
IFI cinema and Project Arts Centre 15 mins on the Luas; weekend market in nearby Dartmouth Square.
For families
Ranelagh Gardens park, Sandford Park School, Gonzaga College, Triangle playground.
Getting around from Ranelagh
The Luas Green Line runs from Ranelagh to Stephen's Green in 12 minutes, with services every 4–6 minutes at peak. The 11, 44 and 142 buses serve Dublin's northside and the airport. Ranelagh is a 5-minute cycle to the Grand Canal, putting you 15 minutes by bike from the South Docks tech offices and 20 minutes from the IFSC.
What's included in every EirStay apartment
- High-speed fibre broadband (suitable for video calls)
- Dedicated workstation with a proper desk and chair
- Fully equipped kitchen with cooker, dishwasher and full crockery
- Washer and dryer in unit
- Hotel-quality linens and towels
- Weekly housekeeping (deeper clean on request)
- Smart TV with major streaming apps
- Tea, coffee and starter essentials on arrival
- Self check-in via lockbox — arrive any time, day or night
- A local Dublin contact on call throughout your stay
Frequently asked questions about Ranelagh
Is Ranelagh a good area to stay in Dublin? +
Ranelagh is consistently rated one of Dublin's best neighbourhoods to live in. It combines independent cafés, restaurants and bars with a quiet Victorian residential feel and direct Luas access into the city centre and Sandyford. It's a much better base for a 1+ month stay than a hotel in the tourist core.
How long does it take to get from Ranelagh to the city centre? +
Twelve minutes on the Luas Green Line to Stephen's Green. About 25 minutes to walk via the Grand Canal — and it's a beautiful walk.
Is Ranelagh on the Luas? +
Yes — Ranelagh is on the Luas Green Line, with its own stop in the village. Services run every 4–8 minutes from early morning until midnight.
How far is Ranelagh from the South Docks tech companies? +
About 15 minutes by bike on the Grand Canal route, 20 minutes by Luas + walk, or a 25-minute walk via the Grand Canal towpath.
What's the minimum stay in a Ranelagh serviced apartment? +
A 21-night minimum applies. Most of our Ranelagh corporate guests stay 1–4 months, and we offer reduced rates for stays of 28 nights and longer.
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