Seamless connectivity for travelers
Scheduled to open by the end of 2026, the hotel will be directly connected to Terminal 2 at Dublin Airport, ensuring seamless access for passengers. This franchise expansion is part of Accor’s strategy to strengthen its high-quality hospitality experience in Ireland, a highly attractive market due to its geography, workforce and welcoming culture.
Company leader statement
Sébastien Bazin, CEO and Chairman of Accor, said: “The addition of Sofitel Dublin Airport injects new energy into the community, raises the bar for luxury accommodation and invites travelers to explore the beauty of this historic destination. “It will make you rediscover your charm.”
Sofitel CEO Maud Bailly said: “Sofitel Dublin Airport is deeply embedded in the local culture, promoting sustainable luxury and thoughtful service, while capturing the magic of the encounter between people and country. Celebrate,” he added.
Collaboration with Arora Group
Arora Group, a key franchise partner of Accor and an experienced developer of airport hotels, is leading the project. The group is best known for its successful operations of both Sofitel London Heathrow and Sofitel London Gatwick. In 2018, Arora secured the opportunity to develop the €100 million hotel through a competitive bidding process conducted by DAA, the operator of Dublin Airport.
Luxury amenities and facilities
Sofitel Dublin Airport boasts a range of luxurious amenities including a sophisticated all-day dining restaurant, a sophisticated tea salon and an exclusive sky bar. The hotel will also feature an executive lounge, fitness center, and extensive meeting and event space including a ballroom and eight flexible meeting rooms.
Impact on local economy
Dublin Airport welcomes more than 31 million passengers a year and the new hotel will accommodate the growing number of travelers using the airport. Surinder Arora, founder and chairman of Arora Group, expressed his excitement about the project: “Today’s groundbreaking is very exciting as it will be the group’s first hotel development outside the UK.”
daa CEO Kenny Jacobs emphasized the hotel’s positive impact on the local community, noting that hundreds of jobs will be created both during the construction phase and once the hotel opens.
Sofitel Dublin Airport is scheduled to open in late 2026, ushering in a new era of luxury and sophistication for travelers traveling to and from Dublin.
