Croke Park

Croke Park

For stadium filling moments

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CROKE PARK

From landmark sporting fixtures to major live shows, Croke Park brings together some of Ireland’s most memorable occasions, easily reached from The Grand Hotel Malahide. With museum tours and the 17-storey high Skyline walk along Croke Parks roof, this historic Irish landmark is an essential stop on any visit.


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Croke Park is more than a stadium. It is a place where match days, concerts and big occasions take on a particular energy, drawing visitors from across Ireland and beyond.

Staying in Malahide offers a different way to experience the event: travel into Dublin for the atmosphere, then return afterwards to the coast rather than remaining in the city centre.

Make time for dinner before you leave, arrange your travel in advance and let The Grand Hotel provide a welcoming base at either end of the day. It is a thoughtful choice for couples, groups and event-goers seeking a little more space around the occasion.


PLAN YOUR TRIP

MAKE A DAY OF IT

Enjoy a relaxed breakfast in Malahide, travel into Dublin for the event or tour in Croke Park, then return to The Grand Hotel after the final whistle or encore via the many accessible transport routes.

Why visit Croke Park:

  • Major Gaelic games, concerts and sporting events.
  • Stadium tours and visitor experiences.
  • Easy access from Malahide via Bus and Train Routes.
  • 17-storey high Skyline tours on the roof of Croke Park
  • A coastal alternative to city-centre accommodation.

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ON YOUR DOORSTEP

BEGIN IN MALAHIDE

Some of the area’s most memorable experiences begin just moments from the hotel. Wander through Malahide Village, where independent shops, cafés and the marina create an easy-going coastal atmosphere, or step into centuries of local story at Malahide Castle & Gardens. With the village, castle grounds and shoreline close by, there is no need to travel far to make a day feel well spent.


SEA AIR & OPEN ROADS

FOLLOW THE COAST

Beyond Malahide, the Fingal coastline opens out into long sandy beaches, harbour towns and sea-view walks. Head to Portmarnock for an expansive beach stroll, hire a bike and explore at your own pace, or make the journey to Howth for harbour dining and dramatic cliffside views. It is an invitation to take the scenic route, with every turn offering a new perspective on Dublin’s north coast.


EXPLORE FINGAL

GARDENS, ESTATES, & COASTLINE

Take the time to explore the wider character of Fingal, where historic estates meet open parkland and the Irish Sea. Discover the gardens and coastal views of Ardgillan Castle, step back in time at Newbridge House & Farm, or travel north to Skerries Mills for a glimpse of traditional craft and coastal village life. Each offers an easy day out from Malahide, with space to wander, pause and see a different side of Dublin.


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MAKE A DAY OF THE CITY

Dublin City is close enough to enjoy at your own pace, whether you are planning a family day out, attending a major sporting occasion or taking in the capital’s best-known sights. Visit Dublin Zoo in Phoenix Park, experience the atmosphere of Croke Park or Aviva Stadium, or see the city through a guided DoDublin tour. When the day is done, return to The Grand Hotel and the calmer rhythm of the coast.


YOUR MALAHIDE BASE

A STAY MADE FOR SEEING MORE

The Grand Hotel brings together the ease of a coastal stay with access to the very best of Malahide, Fingal and Dublin City. Start with breakfast overlooking the water, set out for a day of discovery, then return for considered dining, a drink in the bar or a quiet evening in your room. Every stay offers the freedom to experience more, without losing sight of the moments that make time away feel special.


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Where to find us

Grand Hotel Malahide, County Dublin, K36 XT65, Ireland
Tel: +35318450000
Email: info@thegrand.ie