Driving

Directions from Dublin Airport

Travelling by car

The Beacon Hotel Sandyford is approximately 30 minutes’ drive from Dublin Airport (although it can take 60 minutes in heavy traffic).

From the airport, head for the M1 /R123
Take the 2nd exit off the roundabout signposted for Dublin to join the M1 southbound.
From the M1, join the M50 southbound and follow it over the Westlink toll bridge (currently €3.10)
Exit the M50 at the Junction 13, sign-posted Dundrum.
At the roundabout take the 3rd exit and stay in the middle lane.
At the roundabout take the 1st exit and stay in the right-hand lane.
At the next junction take a right – you will see The Beacon Hotel on the right-hand side
At the next set of lights take a right again
Turn right into the car-park
When you turn into the car-park – stay on the left-hand side, go down the ramp and you will come to a barrier – take a ticket – go through the barrier and follow signs for Beacon Hotel car parking.
 Overnight parking is available for hotel residents in our secure underground car park for only €5 per night.
Please Note: Underground parking height restrictions apply. 

Travelling by Aircoach

The Beacon Hotel is serviced by Aircoach departing opposite Dublin Airport arrivals hall.
The Aircoach departs every 20 minutes between 04:30 and 12:30, then every hour between 12:30 and 04:30. Tickets can be purchased on the coach or online at www.aircoach.ie.
Aircoach stops directly outside Clayton Hotel in Leopardstown. When you arrive at Leopardstwon The Beacon is 5 minutes away by taxi or 20 minutes’ walk. 
Aircoach costs €11 each way or €16 return 
Travelling by Taxi
Taxis are available from the airport, although availability may be limited during peak travel times.
Expect to pay between €55- €65 Euro

Directions by Dublin Roads

Travelling by car from the North

Located five miles south of the city centre, The Beacon Hotel is located on Bracken Road in Sandyford.
Exit the M50 at the Junction 13 southbound, sign-posted Dundrum.
At the roundabout take the 3rd exit and stay in the middle lane.
At the roundabout take the 1st exit and stay in the right-hand lane.
At the junction take a right – you will see The Beacon Hotel on the right-hand side
At the next set of lights take a right again
Take a right into the car-park
When you turn into the car-park – stay on the left-hand side, go down the ramp and you will come to a barrier – take a ticket – go through the barrier and follow the sign for Beacon Hotel car parking.
Overnight parking is available for hotel residents in our secure underground car park for only €5 per night.

From the South

Exit the M50 at the Junction 13, sign-posted Dundrum.
At the roundabout take the 3rd exit and stay in the middle lane.
At the roundabout take the 1st exit and stay in the right-hand lane.
At the junction take a right – you will see The Beacon Hotel on the right-hand side
At the next set of lights take a right again 
Take a right into the car-park
When you turn into the car-park – stay on the left-hand side, go down the hill and you will come to a barrier – take a ticket – go through the barrier and follow the sign for Beacon Hotel car parking.
 Overnight parking is available for hotel residents in our secure underground car park for only €5 per night.
Please Note: Underground parking height restrictions apply.
LUAS Green Line services The Beacon Hotel
Disembark at Kilmacud and walk up Blackthorn Road
The Beacon Hotel is a 7/8 minute walk from the Kilmacud stop and is located at the top of Blackthorn Road. 
The Beacon Hotel is 20 minutes from Dublin city centre

For more information on fares, routes and maps of the Luas click here.