Looking to plan a conference in Dublin? This modern city is home to several gorgeous conference venues that will be sure to please. From Rathmines, Rathgar and Ringsend all the way across the river to Drumcondra there are conference rooms and facilities for each and every taste. The city’s many hotels, conference halls and local universities also all have rooms on offer with a variety of packages to choose from. Check out Tagvenue today to find the venue that will help you kick your conference off in style!
Prices of conference venues in Dublin average around €990 hire fee per day. The exact costs depend on the room size, audiovisual equipment (such as projectors or microphones), or high-speed Wi-Fi. Additional services, such as catering or on-site coordinators, may cost extra. Flexible configurations for presentations, workshops, or networking, along with amenities such as parking or dedicated breakout rooms, will also affect the price. See usual price ranges in Dublin, based on Tagvenue data:
From €677 | to €1500 | hire fee per day |
From €450 | to €755 | hire fee per event |
From €62 | to €150 | hire fee per hour |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated September 2025), the best options include:
Thomas Prior Hall at Clayton Hotel Ballsbridge
in Ballsbridge - rated 5/5
Venue said: Located in the heart of Ballsbridge in Dublin's South City, Thomas Prior Hall is steeped in history with its unique 19th-century dining hall, set in a beautifully manicured lawn.
The Liffey & Harbour at Hilton Garden Inn Dublin City Centre
in Dublin City Centre - rated 5/5
Venue said: It has a large space perfect for conferences, presentations, meetings, training sessions and other corporate functions. The Liffey & Harbour Room can accommodate up to 75 people in a theatre set up.
Grand Canal Suite 4 at Clayton Hotel Cardiff Lane
in Dublin City Centre - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Great location and very friendly and helpful staff...’
When choosing a venue for your conference, consider its location. Select a venue that is easily accessible to your attendees, whether it's close to public transportation and has ample parking. Make sure the venue can accommodate the number of attendees you expect to have. Also check the available seating arrangements, so they can best adhere to your event’s needs. Look for a venue that offers the amenities you need, such as audio-visual equipment, Wi-Fi, and catering. And lastly, make sure the venue is within your budget, taking into account the cost of the venue hire, catering, and other expenses. If you have any special requirements for your venue hire, make sure to reach out to the venue manager before finalising your booking. Check out our article on how to choose a conference venue for more tips!
Conference venues typically offer high-speed Wi-Fi and the audio-visual equipment necessary to carry out a business event. These include projectors, screens, microphones, and sound systems. Some venues may offer conference call facilities as well. Conference venues often provide catering services and on-site accommodation. It’s also a good idea to contact the venue manager before finalising your booking to check if the venue can provide any other services you would need for your event.
Dublin is a city rich in history with a modern vibe that makes it a very exciting choice for any conference. It also has tonnes of venues sized to meet every expectation, so you are sure to be spoilt for choice. Whether your guests are from outside the city or even abroad transportation issues should not be a worry - Dublin Airport is only about 12 km from the city centre. There are plenty of bus, and rail lines to take your attendees to and fro.
Conference venues start from the extremely large, especially the award-winning Convention Centre Dublin in North Wall, which has 22 meeting rooms, including a 2,000 seat auditorium. There are also auditoriums in the city such as Croke Park in Drumcondra or the Aviva Stadium - home of the FC Wanderers), these are sporting amphitheatres and have many different meeting rooms for hire. Moving along to more regular-sized spaces, you can also hire serviced offices and meeting spaces in Temple Bar. Bespoke conference rooms are highly popular.
There are also plenty of hotels in the city, an option which gives you the choice of a highly experienced staff and package offers to suit any size event. They also usually have several meeting rooms on offer, which you might need if you are running simultaneous panels. Many of Dublin’s larger hotels can be found in the centre but also, there are plenty of choices in districts like East Wall, Drumcondra, and even outside town at some of the popular resorts. If you are up for a short jaunt, there are even hotels with facilities on the nearby coast, with views overlooking the Irish Sea.