Tipping in Ireland

Tipping is appreciated but not obligatory. Service charge is sometimes included.

Tipping mandatory

Tip 10% if no service charge is added. Check the bill first.

10%

Round to the nearest euro.

Round up

Small tip for housekeeping; 1-2 EUR per bag for porters.

1-2 EUR/night

Per person for group tours.

5-10 EUR

Tipping at pubs is not expected; buy the barman a drink instead.

Not expected

General Tipping Guidelines

When visiting Ireland, tipping customs may differ from what you're used to. Here are some general guidelines to follow:

✓Check if a service charge is already included on your bill before tipping extra.
✓When in doubt, observe what locals do or ask your hotel concierge for advice.
✓Keep small bills and coins in the local currency handy for tipping situations.
✓For exceptional service, a small tip is almost universally appreciated even in non-tipping cultures.
✓Tip in local currency whenever possible — foreign coins and small bills are hard for staff to exchange.