Zanzibar Locke, Dublin – Boutique hotel in Dublin city centre

Zanzibar Locke Ha'penny Bridge | Central Dublin

Stay in Dublin city centre.

Stay in Dublin city centre.

Browse art galleries or boutiques. Devour a burger or savour haute cuisine. Hit a candlelit bar or a strobe-lit club. Whatever mood you're in, this city delivers. 

When it comes to places to stay in Dublin, Zanzibar Locke is a boutique aparthotel in one of the best locations you'll find. Right next to Ha'Penny Bridge, a short stroll across the River Liffey lands you in cobbled streets alive with the chatter of pubs and bars, the muffled notes of live bands, and endless restaurant options. The difficult decision is what to do first.

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  • Explore, relax and enjoy.

    Explore, relax and enjoy.

    Away on work? Here to play? With a coworking space, lounge and workout studio right here at Zanzibar Locke, Dublin, it's even easier to squeeze in a bit of both.
  • Dublin on your doorstep.

    Dublin on your doorstep.

    Looking at places to stay in Dublin near the action, but also want a serene retreat? Boasting riverside views, yet close to Ha'Penny Bridge and Temple Bar, Zanzibar Locke's location can't be beaten.
  • Boutique-style, but stay a while.

    Boutique-style, but stay a while.

    Love the idea of a boutique hotel in Dublin city centre, but want a bit more space and freedom? Zanzibar Locke's larger-than-average, design-led apartments with kitchens might just fit the bill.

Where to find us in Dublin.

Zanzibar Locke
Ha'Penny Bridge | Dublin

34-37 Ormond Quay Lower, Dublin, D01 H3V5
Telephone: +353 1 436 3700 Email: [email protected]

Reviews

10
Dawson Booking.com November 2025

Great location and amazing hotel...

Positive: Great location, modern, smart facilities. Negative: Nothing.
Response from Management
Dear Dawson, We are glad to know that the location of the property made it easy for you to get around and see the city, also that you enjoyed the modern, smart facilities of the property. It was our pleasure hosting you and we hope to see you again in the future. kind regards Robert - Head Host
10
Kenneth Booking.com October 2025

Great location. Great place to stay...

Positive: The location was excellent. Easy walk to so many places. Clean, comfortable rooms and helpful staff.
Response from Management
Dear Kenneth, Thank you for taking the time to share with us your wonderful feedback. We are delighted to know that the location was suited to your stay and found the apartments clean and comfortable. The team will be thrilled to know that they were found to be helpful. We hope to see you again in the future. kind regards Robert - Head Host
10
Julie Booking.com October 2025

Very comfortable with everything you...

Positive: Very comfortable with everything you need for a short stay. Staff very friendly and helpful. Excellent location.
Response from Management
Dear Julie, Thank you for leaving us your feedback. We are happy to know that you were comfortable during your time here with us and found the central location ideal for your stay. Our team will be delighted with the positive mention. Hope to see you again in the future. kind regards Robert - Head Host
10
Andy Vivian Google October 2025

Perfect location to stay. Close walk...

Perfect location to stay. Close walk to lots of restaurants, attractions and entertainment. Rooms are a good size and bed is very comfortable. If in the area...
Response from Management
Hi Andy, Thrilled to read here that you enjoyed your stay with us. From central location to large spacious room, we are delighted that you gave us such a positive mention. We do hope to welcome you back in the future. kind regards Robert - Head Host
10
M Laurent Google October 2025

My friend and I spent five nights here...

My friend and I spent five nights here and had a wonderful experience. The staff were warm and attentive, our room was peaceful and well-appointed, and the...
Response from Management
Dear M Laurent We appreciate you taking the time to share with us your feedback on your stay. Delighted to hear that you had a great stay here with us. Our front desk team will be thrilled to hear that you found them warm and attentive. Happy to hear that our central location was a highlight of your stay. We hope to see you again in the future. kind regards Robert - Head Host
10
Mary Booking.com October 2025

Loved my stay and I am going to...

Positive: Great value and perfect for solo travelers as there is a 24/7 front desk and really lovely staff and just feels so cosy and safe for the city...
Response from Management
Dear Mary, Thank you for taking the time to share with us your generous feedback. The team will be thrilled to hear the positive words. Delighted that our 24/7 reception was convenient. It was our pleasure hosting you here and we hope to see you again in the future. kind regards Robert - Head Host
10
Denise Haskell Google October 2025

Excellent hotel right in the heart of...

Excellent hotel right in the heart of the city. Within easy walking distance of all places of interest. There's a very quaint book store next door and your...
Response from Management
Hi Denise, Thanks you for sharing with us your thoughts and leaving us such a positive review. Glad to hear the location suited your stay. The bookstore is great and the restaurant upstairs 'The Winding Stair' is amazing too. It was our pleasure having you and hope to see you again in the future. kind regards Robert - Head Host
10
Zack Jones Google October 2025

An incredible hotel in the heart of...

An incredible hotel in the heart of Temple Bar. It was a gorgeous, clean hotel with plenty of space and great security. We stayed here on our honeymoon in...
Response from Management
Hi Zack, Thank you for taking the time to write such a generous review. Delighted to read here that you had great stay here with us. Glad that our central location made it easy to get around. It was our pleasure welcoming you here for your honeymoon. It was our pleasure hosting you here and we hope to see you again in the future. kind regards Robert - Head Host
10
James Booking.com October 2025

Perfect location for a weekend of...

Positive: Property was well situated on the river and easily accessible to the hustle of central Dublin. The staff were very friendly and accommodated our...
Response from Management
Dear James, Thank you for taking the time to leave us your thoughts on your stay. We are thrilled to know that you enjoyed your time here with us at Zanzibar Locke, Thrilled to know that our central location was a highlight of your stay and that our staff left a lasting impression on your time here now. Our partners in the coffee shop Hello Charlie will be delighted with your comments. We hope to see you again in the future. regards Robert - Head Host
8
Madore Booking.com October 2025

If you want to be in Temple Bar, this...

Positive: Great location. Very walkable for visiting tourist sites. Lots of restaurants in the area. Room had everything we needed.
Response from Management
Dear Madore, We appreciate you taking the time to share with us your feedback. We are happy to hear that our central location made it easy for you to get around. It was our pleasure to host you here and we hope to see you again in the future. kind regards Robert - Head Host
10
Vera Booking.com October 2025

Excellent stay. Will stay again....

Positive: Great location, great staff, very helpful and resourceful. Special shoutout to Linda for being very professional and responsive. Room size was...
Response from Management
Dear Vera, Thank you for taking the time to leave us your generous review. We are happy to know that you had a great stay here with us. Linda will be thrilled to hear the positive mention. It was our pleasure hosting you here and we hope to see you again in the future. kind regards Robert - Head Host
10
Rosemary Booking.com October 2025

Location and everything you would need...

Positive: Location was wonderful - room great, everything I needed.
Response from Management
Dear Rosemary, We appreciate you taking the time to leave us your feedback. Glad to know you found the location to suit your stay and happy to know the room provided everything you needed. We hope to see you again in the near future. kind regards Robert - Head Host
10
Maclovia Booking.com October 2025

Excellent...

Positive: Stylish and comfortable with attentive staff and excellent location.
Response from Management
Dear Maclovia, Thank you for your generous review. glad to hear you loved the vibe, commenting positively on the style of the property, praise of our staff and enjoying the convenience of the central location. We hope to see you in the future. kind regards Robert - Head Host
10
Lewin Booking.com October 2025

Location and design....

Positive: Location and design.
Response from Management
Dear Lewin, Thanks for taking the time to share with us your thoughts on your stay. Thrilled to read here you loved the location and design of the room. It was our pleasure hosting you here and hope to see you again in the future. kind regards Robert - Head Host
10
Karen Booking.com October 2025

Beautiful hotel. Great location. Super...

Positive: Beautiful hotel. Great location. Super clean rooms with exceptional amenities.
Response from Management
Dear Karen, Delighted to know that you had a great stay. The location being a highlight of your stay is good to know as well making use of the amenities in the apartment. It was our pleasure to have you here and we hope to see you again. regards Robert - Head Host
10
Fernanda Booking.com October 2025

Great surprise...

Positive: Perfectly located, lovely and comfortable place, extremely friendly staff. It was a great surprise and we will definitely come back. Negative:...
Response from Management
Dear Fernanda, Thank you for taking the time to share with us your feedback. Delighted to know the location was perfect for your stay. Our front desk team will be so happy to hear the positive mention. We look forward to seeing you again in the future. kind regards Robert - Head Host
10
Erin Booking.com October 2025

I had been staying in a different...

Positive: I had been staying in a different hotel in Dublin for a night before coming to Zanzibar Locke. It was perfectly fine, but the moment I arrived at...
Response from Management
Dear Erin, Thank you for your generous review. We are thrilled to know that you felt right at home here with us. Our staff will be delighted with the mention and we are so happy to know we exceeded expectations. It was truly our pleasure hosting you here and would love to welcome you back to Dublin or in any of our properties throughout Europe. kind regards Robert - Head Host
10
Fernanda Google October 2025

Perfectly located, lovely and...

Perfectly located, lovely and comfortable place, extremely friendly staff. It was a great surprise and we will definitely come back.
Response from Management
Hi Fernanda, Thank you for sharing with us such a lovely review. We are glad to know that you loved the location and found our front desk team friendly, We look forward to welcoming you back n the future. kind regards Robert - Head Host
10
Shawn Booking.com October 2025

Perfect Stay in Dublin...

Positive: Beautiful hotel, perfect location. Comfortable lobby. Rooms were great. Fantastic stay. Negative: Absolutely nothing. Great hotel.
Response from Management
Dear Shawn, We really appreciate you taking the time to leave us your generous feedback. We are delighted to know that you had a great stay here with us find our location convenient for your time exploring Dublin. Glad to see that you found the rooms met expectations. It was our pleasure hosting you here and hope to see you again in the near future. kind regards Robert - Head Host
10
Evan Booking.com September 2025

Amazing property, 10/10...

Positive: The property was extremely nice, well decorated, and clean. The room was spacious and clean, and the location was amazing. A short walk to anything...
Response from Management
Dear Evan, We are delighted to see here that you had a great stay with us during your time in Dublin. Happy to hear that you found the property to be well decorated and clean, found the apartment spacious as well as the location very central. It was our pleasure hosting you here and we hope to see you again. kind regards Robert - Head Host
10
Gregory Booking.com September 2025

Everything....

Positive: Everything.
Response from Management
Dear Gregory, Thank you for for wonderful comment. We are glad to know you enjoyed your stay here with us. kind regards Robert - Head Host
10
Charles Expedia September 2025 Traveled with family and young children

Excellent property overall. Great...

Excellent property overall. Great location, the staff were all first class and the rooms were spacious and comfortable.
Response from Ruben - Head Host
Thank you Charles for choosing Zanzibar Locke and for spending time with us here, we are thrilled that you enjoyed your stay, in particular the location and the apartment. Our team here really enjoyed hosting you and and look forward to welcoming you back very soon! Ruben - Head Host.
10
MC Booking.com September 2025

Great location and comfortable space...

Positive: Love the location. Room design is fantastic - comfortable and efficient.
Response from Management
Dear MC, We appreciate you taking the time to leave us such a lovely review. Happy to see here that the central location was a major highlight to your stay and that you room comfortable and design efficient. It was our pleasure hosting you here and we hope to see you again in the future. kind regards Robert - Head Host
10
Joshua Expedia September 2025

Super cute place!...

Super cute place!
Response from Robert
Dear Joshua, Thank you for warm words, we glad you enjoyed your stay and happy to here you found it was a cute place to stay. We hope to see you again in the near future. kind regards Robert - Head Host
10
Elizabeth Expedia September 2025 Traveled with family

Great Dublin Stay

Amazing staff for my daughter’s Birthday. 5* property. Staff do helpful and friendly. Thank you for birthday card and chocolates left in room. Linda & Sylvia...
Response from Elizabeth
Dear Elizabeth, Thank you for such a generous review. Silvia and Linda will be thrilled with such positive mentions. Glad to know you had a great stay and the staff took good care of you here. We loved having you and hope to see you again the future. kind regards Robert - Head Host
10
Narelle Anne Expedia September 2025 Traveled with group

This place is a vibe! Centrally...

This place is a vibe! Centrally located, everything is within a short walk. Friendly, helpful staff and the rooms are devine. Highly recommend 😊
Response from Robert
Dear Narelle We appreciate you leaving us your feedback. Thrilled to hear that our centrally located property suited your stay. Our friendly staff will be super happy with the positive mention. We hope to see you again, kind regards Robert - Head Host
10
Ritchie Expedia September 2025

Very clean ,nice room convenient to...

Very clean ,nice room convenient to everything downtown
Response from Robert
Dear Ritchie, Thank you for leaving us your feedback. Delighted to read here that you loved the location of the property and found the rooms to your taste. kind regards Robert - Head Host
10
Kerri Expedia September 2025 Traveled with partner

Great location with a chill vibe. Very...

Great location with a chill vibe. Very friendly staff
Response from Robert
Dear Kerri, We appreciate your feedback. delighted to know that you found the location just right for you and that our staff were friendly. We hope to see you again in the future. kind regards Robert - Head Host
10
Steven Expedia September 2025 Traveled with family

The staff is amazing, friendly, and...

The staff is amazing, friendly, and helpful. This was my second stay there. You are within close walking distance to the Ha'penny bridge and Temple bar area....
Response from Robert
Dear Steven, Thank you for sharing with us your generous review. Our front desk team will be delighted with the positive mention and to know you found them friendly and helpful. Glad to know that the location of our central property was ideal for you. It was our pleasure hosting you here and we hope to see you again in the future. kind regards Robert - Head Host
10
Barbara Booking.com September 2025

Great location. Lovely place....

Positive: Great location. Lovely place. Negative: Nothing. It was perfect for what I needed.
Response from Management
Dear Barbara, Glad to know that the location of the property suited your stay. We are thrilled that you enjoyed your stay here with us. It was our pleasure having you here and we hope to see you again in the future. kind regards Robert - Head Host
10
christopher Expedia September 2025 Business traveler

Zanzibar is a three minute walk from...

Zanzibar is a three minute walk from the Temple Bar area, a three minute walk to an indoor mall, several coffee shops nearby and dozens of restaurants - an...
Response from Ruben - Head Host
Thanks Christopher for your review and spending time with us here in Zanzibar Locke. As we are only 1 minute walking from Temple Bar our guests comment on how central we are. We are thrilled that you enjoyed your time with us. The team loved hosting you and we are looking forward to welcoming you back very soon! Ruben - Head Host
10
Lincoln Booking.com September 2025

A super location that was very well...

Positive: Great location. Negative: I liked everything about the property.
Response from Management
Dear Lincoln, Thanks for the generous review, we are glad to know that you had a great stay and enjoyed the location of the property. We hope to see you again in the future. kind regards Robert - Head Host
10
Glenys Booking.com September 2025

Location is great - just across the...

Positive: Perfect location. Comfortable beds and cozy property.
Response from Management
Thank you Glenys for your kind review and generous response here. The team and I were delighted to host you and look forward to welcoming you back again very soon! Ruben - Head Host
10
Mandy Booking.com September 2025

Thoroughly recommend...

Positive: Great apartment, in the most central area to explore Dublin. We arrived later and the receptionist were so kind and helpful. Would thoroughly...
Response from Management
Dear Mandy, Thank you for taking the time to leave us your feedback. We are delighted to know that you had a great stay here with us. Happy to hear that the central location was convenient to your trip. Our front desk team will be thrilled to know that you found them kind and helpful. We loved having you here and we hope to see you again in the future, kind regards Robert - Head Host
10
Keenan Booking.com August 2025

I’d stay here again! This room was a...

Positive: Fabulous location just feet from the Ha’Penney Bridge, Temple Bar area, restaurants. Quiet at night. Very spacious room with washer/dryer combo,...
Response from Management
Hi Keenan, Thank you for sharing with us your thoughts on your stay. Glad to know that the central location suited your stay being so close to Temple Bar & restaurants. Glad that the fully equipped kitchen had everything you needed. We can understand some appliances can be difficult to use as they'll differ from appliance to appliance but we're happy to know that our front desk team were able to assist. We hope to see you again if the future. kind regards Robert - Head Host
10
Victoria Arczynski Google August 2025

By far my favorite place we stayed...

By far my favorite place we stayed during our Ireland & Scottland trip. The room was perfect! AC, Washing machine, TV, Fridge, Stove top, and dishwasher. The...
Response from Management
Dear Victoria, Thank you for sharing with us such a generous review. We are honoured that you found us to be your favourite accommodation throughout your trip around Ireland & Scotland. Glad to know you enjoyed the fully equipped kitchen , central location of the property and friendly and helpful. It was our pleasure hosting you here and we hope to see you again in the future. kind regards Robert - Head Host
9
Judith Booking.com August 2025

Good location, good facilities and...

Positive: Good location, good facilities and very helpful staff.
Response from Management
Dear Judith, Thank you for taking the time to leave us your feedback. Happy to know you liked the location of the property, facilities in the property and our 24 helpful staff. It was our pleasure hosting you here and we hope to see you again in the near future. kind regards Robert - Head Host
10
Sylwia Booking.com August 2025

Lovely room and very friendly staff...

Positive: We only stayed one night in Zanzibar Locke but I wish it was more! The room was great, the kitchen well equipped, nice size shower and loved the...
Response from Management
Dear Sylwia Thank you for taking the time to leave us your generous feedback. We are thrilled to know that you had a great stay here with us. Glad to know that you enjoyed the well equipped kitchen, spacious bathroom and modern decor of the apartment. Our front desk staff will be so happy with the lovely mention. It was our pleasure hosting you here and we hope to see you again in the future. kind regards Robert - Head Host
10
Georgia Booking.com August 2025

location was amazing - right next to...

Positive: location was amazing - right next to any major attraction as well as city's night life. Negative: N/A.
Response from Management
Dear Georgia, Thank you for taking the time to leave us your thoughts on your stay. We are delighted to know that you had a great stay here with us. Location being a major highlight of your stay being close to all major attractions. It was our pleasure hosting you here and we hope to see you again in the future. kind regards Robert - Head Host
10
Booking.com User Booking.com August 2025

Modern and Clean!...

Positive: I was impressed with the clean, modern suite we stayed in! Our room had everything we needed, including a refrigerator. The bed and linens were...
Response from Management
Dear guest, Thank you for taking the time to share with us your thoughts on your stay. We are thrilled to know you had a great stay, enjoying clean & modern apartment with a fully equipped kitchen. Hello Charlie our café partners will be thrilled with the comment. We hope to see you again in the future. kind regards Robert - Head Host

Top FAQs.

Our room keys unlock more than just a space to sleep. You'll also have the run of our communal areas, from co-working and cocktails to the workout studio. 

Here's a roundup of the facilities you'll find at Zanzibar Locke:

  • Workout studio
  • Coworking space
  • Lift access
  • Communal laundry facilities (1st floor) Please note charges apply: wash - €5, dry - €5.

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