Sports Team Hotel Dublin | Crowne Plaza Blanchardstown near Sport Ireland Campus

Crowne Plaza Dublin Blanchardstown is a 4-star IHG hotel built for sports teams. While the hotel was being planned, we worked with the IRFU, FAI and GAA to understand what teams and athletes need from a hotel, and we built those needs into it.

We are 5 minutes from Sport Ireland Campus in Abbotstown, home to the National Indoor Arena and the National Aquatic Centre. That makes us a natural choice for team accommodation in Dublin, whether for a training camp, a competition or a match-day stay. Teams we have hosted include the New Zealand All Blacks, the Irish Senior Rugby and Football teams, the Polish Athletics Team, and Team Ireland ahead of the Paris 2024 Olympics.

We are proud partners of the IRFU (since 2009), Special Olympics Ireland (since 2012) and Paralympics Ireland (since 2015).

Team Accommodation Built for Athletes

  • Twin rooms with two Queen beds. Most hotels put two small single beds in their twin rooms. Ours have two larger Queen beds, so players get proper rest and recovery.
  • Dedicated team floor. Your whole squad stays together on one floor for privacy and quiet.
  • Team physio and massage room, plus a kit room, a briefing room and a staff office.
  • Private team meeting rooms for tactical sessions, video analysis and team talks.
  • Team chill-out zone. A dedicated room with snacks where players can relax between sessions.

Performance Nutrition for Sports Teams

  • Healthy team menus developed by our kitchen
  • Bespoke menus designed with your team nutritionist
  • Flexible mealtimes around training and match schedules
  • Private dining for exclusive team use
  • 24-hour room service

Hotel near the National Aquatic Centre and National Indoor Arena

  • About 5 minutes’ drive to Sport Ireland Campus, the National Indoor Arena and the National Aquatic Centre
  • Under 10 km from Dublin Airport, with direct access to the M50 and M1
  • Free secure coach parking and 288 on-site car spaces
  • Phoenix Park just 6 km away

Recovery and Team Amenities

  • Fully equipped gym and sauna
  • Secure kit and equipment storage
  • Laundry service on request
  • A dedicated Events Team that manages every detail from arrival to departure

Hotel at a Glance

  • 4-star, award-winning IHG hotel in Blanchardstown, Dublin 15
  • 188 bedrooms: 124 kings, 64 twins and 10 accessible rooms
  • 14 meeting rooms with natural daylight, plus a 450 sqm conference centre
  • Forchetta Restaurant and Sanctuary Bar
Conference room at the Crowne Plaza Blanchardstown, with attendees facing a speaker at a lectern beside a branded backdrop.
Twin room with two Queen beds for sports teams at Crowne Plaza Dublin Blanchardstown
Gym with exercise bikes, a green living wall and wooden shelving.

Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Crowne Plaza Blanchardstown from Sport Ireland Campus?

The hotel is about a 5-minute drive from Sport Ireland Campus in Abbotstown, including the National Indoor Arena and the National Aquatic Centre.

Do the twin rooms suit athletes?

Yes. Our twin rooms have two Queen beds rather than small singles, a change we made after consulting the IRFU, FAI and GAA.

Can you cater for a team nutritionist’s meal plan?

Yes. Our chefs design bespoke menus with your team nutritionist and serve meals around your training schedule.

Is there parking for team coaches?

Yes. Secure coach parking is free, and there are 288 on-site car spaces.

Plan Your Team Stay in Dublin

Whether it’s a pre-match stay, a training camp or post-event recovery, our Events Team will put together a tailored package for your squad.

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Phone: +353 (0)1 897 7732
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Panel discussion on stage at the Crowne Plaza Blanchardstown, two people in armchairs in front of a Sport Ireland backdrop.
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Bearded man in a suit speaking at a Sport Ireland lectern at the Crowne Plaza Blanchardstown.

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