Dublin is not a cheap city, but a stag weekend is easy to budget for. With accommodation, a two-night weekend usually comes to €400–500 per person, depending on group size, dates and what you include.
Dublin costs at a glance
€400–500
per person for 2 nights with accommodation
€7
indicative pint (Numbeo)
€174
average Dublin hotel room per night in 2025
€30–45
taxi from the airport
€2
Leap card fare on buses and Luas
Where the money goes
🛏️ Accommodation
The biggest cost. Dublin hotels averaged €174 a night in 2025 and are often full at weekends, so book early.
🍺 Drinks
A pint is around €7 on average – and €10 or more in parts of Temple Bar.
🎯 Activities
Most groups do one or two activities, from laser tag and bubble football to clay shooting.
🍽️ Food
A simple meal is about €20 and a mid-range dinner for two around €90.
🚖 Getting around
The centre is walkable. A taxi from the airport costs about €30–45.
Ways to keep the cost down
Dates
Avoid peak weekends
St Patrick’s week and big rugby weekends push hotel prices up.
Drinks
Drink beyond Temple Bar
Camden and Wexford Street are usually cheaper than Temple Bar.
Planning
Book as a package
One plan with activities, entry and transfers avoids paying extra at the door.
Good to know
💶 Euro
Ireland uses the euro, and cards are accepted almost everywhere.
🧾 Service charges
Restaurants may add a service charge for groups – check the bill before tipping.
🛒 Shop prices
Minimum unit pricing means shop alcohol is not cheap in Ireland, and you cannot drink it in the street.
🏠 Apartments
Short-term lets are tightly regulated in Ireland, so hotels and aparthotels are often the safer choice for groups.
📅 Book early
Hotels in Dublin were above 95% full on 62 nights in 2025.
Popular Dublin stag activities
FAQ
How much does a Dublin stag do cost per person?
A two-night weekend with accommodation usually costs €400–500 per person, depending on group size, dates and what you include.
Is Dublin expensive for a stag do?
It is one of the pricier stag cities, mainly because of hotels and drinks. Booking early and drinking outside Temple Bar helps.
What is the cheapest way to get from the airport?
Buses and coaches cost from about €2 to €9. A private transfer is easiest for a group.
Can you give us an exact price?
Yes. Send us your dates, group size and ideas, and we prepare a free quote with all prices.
