Parking Near St. Vincent's University Hospital, Booterstown
Where Can I Park at St. Vincent's University Hospital?
The hospital has barrier-controlled public car parks that operate 24 hours and use pay-on-exit. Parking is free for 0–20 minutes, then costs €3.50 for 20–60 minutes. Use the multi-storey car park opposite the main entrance for appointments, or the underground car park near the Emergency Department for emergency-side access.
- Address
- Merrion Road
- Closest listed space
- Convenient Disabled Access Parking in Dublin D04NX33, 310 m (4 min walk)
- Nearest station
- Sandymount railway station, 1.4 km (18 min walk)
Parking Near Booterstown
The entrance of a hospital building Photo: Pexels / yachao liu
Hospital Car Parks on Merrion Road
The hospital uses pay-on-exit, barrier-controlled public car parks. Parking is free for 0–20 minutes, then costs €3.50 for 20–60 minutes, €7 for 1–2 hours, €10 for 2–3 hours and €13 for 3–4 hours (stvincents.ie). Take a ticket when entering and pay before leaving, as described for patients and visitors (lisn.ie).
A 24-hour multi-storey car park is opposite the main hospital entrance, while an underground car park is close to the Emergency Department (stvincents.ie). The underground public car park operates 24 hours, with pay stations on levels -1 and -2 accepting notes, coins and credit cards (svph.ie). These locations give patients and visitors a choice between the main entrance and emergency-side access.
Arriving for Appointments and Emergencies
For a standard appointment or visit, the multi-storey car park opposite the main hospital entrance provides the most direct approach to the front of the hospital (stvincents.ie). The underground car park is positioned close to the Emergency Department, making it the practical choice when the emergency entrance is your destination rather than the main entrance (stvincents.ie).
The hospital's public car parks are barrier-controlled and pay on exit, and the first 20 minutes are free (hse.ie).
Merrion Road Parking and Nearby Residential Streets
The hospital is on Merrion Road in Merrion, near Booterstown, and the surrounding streets form a built-up approach to a major medical campus. Drivers using on-street spaces should follow the local signs and road markings at the individual bay, particularly where access routes serve the hospital and emergency traffic.
The hospital has dedicated public car parks, including a 24-hour multi-storey facility opposite the main entrance and an underground facility near the Emergency Department (stvincents.ie).
Parksy Spaces Near St. Vincent's University Hospital
Two accessible spaces are listed 310 m away: an accessible parking space near Our Lady Queen of Peace at €2.90 an hour and a disabled-access space in D04NX33 at €2.90 an hour.
For longer appointments or staff shifts, a 24/7 UCD Belfield space is 1.3 km away at €1 an hour, while a UCD Blackrock space is 1.4 km away at €1 an hour. A secure 24/7 gated space is 1.6 km away at €20 a day, and a 24/7 public space in Dublin D4 is 1.8 km away at €100 a month. The hourly options suit extended stays where a lower rate matters, while the daily and monthly options are better aligned with full-day or regular parking.
Walking and Public Transport to the Hospital
Sandymount railway station is the nearest station, 1.4 km from the hospital and an 18-minute walk. The hospital is on Merrion Road in Merrion, near Booterstown, and the station approach gives visitors a car-free option for appointments and visits.
From Booterstown centre, the hospital is 1.4 km away, so public transport can avoid the need to find a space near the campus. Sandymount railway station remains the clearest rail reference for planning the final walk.
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* Please note: parking prices, time limits and fine amounts change frequently and vary by operator, council and local authority. Everything on this page is indicative and provided on a best-endeavours basis. Always check the sign, the operator or the issuing authority before you rely on a figure.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where Can I Park at St. Vincent's University Hospital?
The hospital has barrier-controlled public car parks that operate 24 hours and use pay-on-exit. Parking is free for 0–20 minutes, then costs €3.50 for 20–60 minutes. Use the multi-storey car park opposite the main entrance for appointments, or the underground car park near the Emergency Department for emergency-side access.
How Much Does Hospital Parking Cost?
Parking is free for 0–20 minutes. It costs €3.50 for 20–60 minutes, €7 for 1–2 hours, €10 for 2–3 hours and €13 for 3–4 hours. The public car parks are barrier-controlled and pay on exit. Take a ticket when entering and pay before leaving.
Which Car Park Is Best for a Hospital Appointment?
For a standard appointment or visit, use the 24-hour multi-storey car park opposite the main hospital entrance. It provides the most direct approach to the front of the hospital. The underground car park is close to the Emergency Department, making it practical when the emergency entrance is your destination.
Are There Nearby Accessible Parking Spaces?
Two accessible spaces are listed 310 m away. An accessible parking space near Our Lady Queen of Peace costs €2.90 an hour, while a disabled-access space in D04NX33 also costs €2.90 an hour. These provide nearby alternatives to the hospital's dedicated public car parks.
What Longer-Stay Parking Is Available Nearby?
For longer appointments or staff shifts, a 24/7 UCD Belfield space is 1.3 km away at €1 an hour, and a UCD Blackrock space is 1.4 km away at €1 an hour. A secure 24/7 gated space is 1.6 km away at €20 a day, while a 24/7 public space in Dublin D4 is 1.8 km away at €100 a month.
Can I Travel to the Hospital Without a Car?
Sandymount railway station is the nearest station, 1.4 km from the hospital and an 18-minute walk. From Booterstown centre, the hospital is 1.4 km away. The station approach gives visitors a car-free option for appointments and visits, with the final walk planned from Sandymount railway station.
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