Welcome to the Wilder Townhouse

This intimate townhouse hotel houses 42 individually styled rooms, from the compact and clever Shoebox Double to Townhouse Deluxe, and suites, including the indulgent, 540 sq. ft., Lady Jane Suite.

Thoughtfully designed for the culturally curious and style-conscious, each room is a distinctive haven, with polished parquet floors, jewel-toned furnishings, and luxe details like walk-in rainforest showers and Irish-made treats.

Dating back to 1839, The Wilder Townhouse’s story  begins as a home for retired governesses and unmarried women, a detail that inspired its name — a playful nod to its spirited history.  Most recently, the building served as an artists’ studio.

In 2016, it was transformed by renowned Irish hoteliers Frankie and Jo Whelehan, reimagining the property through an Art Deco and contemporary city-club lens. The result? A design-forward townhouse of unserious sophistication. Subtle echoes to Dublin’s literary legacy  are never lost on bibliophile Wilder residents, as the property hosts an eclectic library and pays tribute to the Dublin 2 (D2) neighborhood’s eponymous famous wit, Oscar Wilde. More than a writer, Oscar Wilde is remembered in Dublin as a symbol of intellectual freedom, individuality, and creative defiance—qualities that align deeply with the spirit of The Wilder.

From its winsome façade to interiors filled with high ceilings, decorative cornices, silk ottomans, and dramatic Irish art, The Wilder Townhouse makes a strong first impression — and a lasting one.

But behind the beauty lies substance. Here, residents-only access  ensures a quiet, club-like feel. Whether relaxing with a book in a velvet armchair, sipping a craft gin by candlelight in the House of Hackney-papered Gin and Tea Rooms or enjoying excellent coffee in the botanical charm of the sun-filled Garden Room, you’ll feel worlds away from the busy hum of Dublin life outside.

Each morning begins with a gourmet Irish breakfast served in The Garden Room or, weather permitting, on the terrace. A curated spread of Irish produce — from buttermilk pancakes and brioche French toast to local cheeses and homemade granola – sets the tone for the day’s Dublin adventures. Light lunches and all-day fare include Connemara smoked salmon on Guinness soda bread, hearty soups, and charcuterie boards served until 10pm daily.

For those arriving by air, Dublin Airport is a smooth 25–30-minute journey to The Wilder Townhouse by taxi, with private transfers available on request. For residents ready to export outside the D2 neighborhood, the Harcourt and Charlemont stops on Dublin’s Luas Tram are just a short stroll away - offering a scenic way to explore the city like a local.

Location-wise, The Wilder Townhouse offers the best of both worlds – a private sanctuary amid the vibrancy of Dublin.Ideally set on Adelaide Road in Dublin 2, you’re just a short stroll to St. Stephen’s Green, the Grand Canal, Grafton Street, and Temple Bar — perfect for slipping from Dublin’s night-time shenanigans to lights out in minutes.

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