Dublin Airport's Sleep Pods: A Quick Guide

Dublin Airport has a range of options for travellers looking for a place to rest. While there are no official sleeping pods, there are various spots in the airport where travellers can get some rest. These include couches and armchairs near certain gates and in cafes, as well as designated rest zones in Terminal 1. The airport also has a multi-faith prayer room and a PRM Room near Gates 407-408, which are relatively quiet spots for sleeping. Additionally, there are a few nearby hotels within walking distance or accessible via a shuttle bus.

Characteristics	Values
Location of Sleep Pods	Terminal 1, after security
Inspiration for Sleep Pods	Disney/Pixar movie 'Up'
Who can access the Sleep Pods?	Passengers flying out of Dublin Airport
Price	Reasonable, can be booked on the spot or in advance
Other sleeping spots	Terminal 1, upstairs near McDonald's, Terminal 2, Oak Café Bar, Prayer Room in Terminal 2

Terminal 1 sleep pods

Dublin Airport has sleep pods in Terminal 1, located after you pass through security. These seating and sleeping pods were inspired by the Disney/Pixar movie 'Up', as it recreates the colourful balloons in the movie. The pods are only accessible if you are flying out of Dublin Airport, making them perfect for a quick nap before boarding an early morning flight.

The rest zone in Terminal 1 has soft chairs and pods for sleeping. To get there, pass through security, go through the duty-free shopping area, and then pass through a restaurant on your left. You'll come to a Starbucks with an escalator up to more restaurants. The rest zone is on the right.

The sleep pods can be booked on the spot or in advance, and the price is usually quite reasonable.

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Prayer room

Dublin Airport has a Multi-Faith Prayer Room in Terminal 2, situated on the departures level just before the boarding card area. The room is available 24 hours a day and is a quiet space for people of all faiths, religions, and spiritualities.

Some guidelines to be aware of when using the Multi-Faith Prayer Room:

Mobile phones must be switched off upon entry.
Remove your shoes and leave them on the shoe rack.
Mats are available for praying, or you can use the chairs provided.
Do not place any notices in the room.
Do not light candles or incense.

The Multi-Faith Prayer Room is not the only place of worship at Dublin Airport. The airport also has a Catholic church, Our Lady Queen of Heaven, located within the airport complex, just a minute's walk from the Arrivals Hall through the Short-Term Car Park Atrium. Daily mass is held from Monday to Friday at 1 pm, and confessions are available immediately after.

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PRM Room

The PRM Room is located in Terminal 2, near the water fountain and escalator at Gates 407-408. It is a good alternative for those looking for a quiet place to rest, as there are a few couches available. Airport staff have been known to use the room for naps during their breaks.

The room is also a good option for those seeking to rest before their flight without having to pay for a hotel or sleep pod. It is one of several free resting zones in the airport.

Dublin Airport has two terminals, with Terminal 1 servicing mainly short-haul regional flights and Terminal 2 handling most of the longer-haul international flights.

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Multi-faith room

Dublin Airport's Multi-Faith Prayer Room is located in Terminal 2, on the Departures Level, before the boarding area. It is open 24 hours a day and offers a peaceful place for prayer and meditation for passengers of all religions. The room is equipped with chairs and prayer mats, and airport staff generally tolerate sleepers, although security sometimes objects to people sleeping there.

The Multi-Faith Prayer Room is one of the best spots to get some sleep in the airport, along with the PRM Room near the water fountain and escalator at Gates 407-408 in Terminal 2, which has a few couches, and various spots in Terminal 1, including some couches around Gates 301-307, Gates 333-335, and at the end of the Duty-Free area.

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Nearby hotels

Dublin Airport is located about 30 minutes outside of Dublin, and there are several hotels close by. Here are some options:

Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport – This hotel is located 1.8 miles from the airport and offers a free 24-hour shuttle service.
Maldron Hotel Dublin Airport – This hotel is located within the airport grounds and operates a free 24-hour shuttle service to and from the airport terminal.
Radisson Blu Hotel Dublin Airport – This hotel is located within the airport complex, a short stroll from the terminal buildings, and offers a free airport shuttle.
Carlton Hotel Dublin Airport – This hotel is located next to the airport and offers shuttle bus transfers.
Holiday Inn Express Dublin Airport – This hotel is less than a 10-minute drive from the airport and offers a free shuttle service.
Crowne Plaza Dublin Airport – This hotel is a 5-minute drive from the airport and offers a free shuttle service.
Metro Hotel Dublin Airport – This hotel is located close to the airport and offers a shuttle service starting at 4 am.
Premier Inn Dublin Airport Hotel – This hotel is located 1.8 miles from the airport and offers baggage storage.
Dublin Skylon Hotel – Located 3.7 miles from the airport, this hotel is recommended for its proximity to both the airport and the city centre.
Hilton Dublin Airport – This hotel is located 3.5 miles from the airport and provides a free shuttle service every 30 minutes.