Merrion Hotel Wedding Photography in Dublin

Why Choose the Merrion Hotel for Your Wedding

the merrion hotel with a sun flare and blurred traffic passing by

Why Choose the Merrion Hotel for Your Wedding

The Merrion Hotel is one of Dublin’s most elegant wedding venues. Tucked into the heart of the city, it offers Georgian charm, five-star service and a warm, intimate atmosphere that makes every wedding feel personal. Couples choose the Merrion because it combines city-centre convenience with timeless luxury. House 24 is ideal for private receptions, the bridal suite is stunning for morning prep, and the Wellington Room is a beautiful option for small ceremonies.

married couple in the rear view mirror of a car

Ceremony Options Near the Merrion

Many couples choose a ceremony at Dublin City Hall then move to the Merrion for drinks and dinner. Others prefer nearby churches and chapels. Popular choices include Newman University Church on St Stephen’s Green, St Ann’s Church on Dawson Street and the Pepper Canister Church on Mount Street. All are a short hop from the hotel, which keeps the day relaxed and the timeline smooth.

clelia and neil with their full wedding party laking away from the pepper cannister church wedding

Wedding Photography at the Merrion Hotel

I have photographed dozens of weddings at the Merrion. The light is the reason I love it so much. Tall sash windows in the suites. Fireplaces in House 24. The Wellington Room with rich details for a classic look. Both Georgian staircases give you depth and scale without feeling formal. If the weather is kind we step into Merrion Square for a few portraits and then wander back for candid moments with your guests.

A Few Favourite Memories

One of the most memorable weddings I photographed here was for Clelia Murphy from Fair City. The whole day was full of laughter and big characters. Another favourite memory is the running tradition with one group of friends who finish the evening with a “squat shot” outside the front of the hotel. It always turns into a flexibility contest and it never fails to make everyone laugh. I also love when couples arrive in a vintage car. A quick set of frames at the entrance and a few reflections in the car windows often become the most loved images from the day.

Local Pubs and Portrait Stops

The hotel’s own bars are ideal for a quiet moment together. If you want a quick city snapshot, there are classic Dublin pubs close by such as O’Donoghue’s on Merrion Row, Toners and Doheny & Nesbitt on Baggot Street. A short stroll to Merrion Square gives you tree-lined paths and soft greenery that pair nicely with the Georgian interiors back at the hotel.

clelia and neil toasting their wedding day in the merrion hotel
eimear and mark outside the merrion hotel with the dail as the backdrop.
Spotlight on bride in dublin city hall wedding photo
clelia and neil's confetti exit from the pepper canister church.jpg

Real Merrion Hotel Weddings

See Eimear and Mark’s City Hall and Merrion Hotel wedding with relaxed portraits and a vintage car ride across the city.

My Approach to Merrion Hotel Wedding Photography

I work in a relaxed, documentary way. I focus on the real moments between you and your guests, then create a small set of natural portraits and the family photos you want. If you would like short vertical clips for social media, I can add content creation to your photography so you have both stills and a set of polished snippets of the day.

Start Planning Your Merrion Hotel Wedding Photography

If you are planning a Merrion Hotel wedding and want a calm, natural approach that brings out the elegance of the venue, I would love to hear from you. Tell me your plan and I will map out a timeline that keeps the day relaxed.