This Victorian hotel is located halfway between Trinity College and Dublin Castle. The exciting Temple Bar area is not far away and St Stephen's Green is within walking distance. Although over a century old, the hotel has recently been renovated and refurbished. The Victorian feel has not been lost although contemporary Irish art now hangs on the walls; a wonderful 'old meets new' feel has been created. The Library Bar is particularly beautiful with wood-paneling, bookshelves and log fires that lend a delightfully cozy atmosphere.
Established in 1824, the Shelbourne Hotel has become a landmark in the city center. The Irish Free State constitution was drafted here in 1921 and politicians still frequent the Horseshoe Bar on the ground floor. Eat your fill at the beautiful No. 27 Bar & Lounge, Lord Mayor's Lounge and the Saddle Room and other restaurants within the hotel. This hotel has an impeccable style and service you would expect from an exclusive hotel. The Shelbourne offers spacious accommodations with luxurious Egyptian cotton bedding, flat screen TV, laptop-size safe, and marble bathroom.
In 1750 John Ensor, an apprentice to Richard Castle who designed the White House in Washington DC, built this Georgian palace which was refurbished and opened as a hotel in 1907. The hotel is situated at the top of O'Connell Street, Dublin's principle thoroughfare and almost opposite the world-famous Gate theater. All rooms are comfortable and tastefully decorated with all standard modern facilities. The Hotel St George is the ideal place for excellent value city center accommodation.
This former Edwardian residence nestles amongst many of the diplomatic embassies in the fashionable Dublin 4 district of the city and overlooks landscaped gardens and cricket grounds. Many of Dublin's most popular and best attractions are within easy reach of the guesthouse. All rooms are en-suite and offer excellent facilities and comforts. Drawing-rooms and air-conditioned suites with four-poster beds are also available in this luxury residence. Good food and drinks are served in the guesthouse lounge and restaurant. A well-equipped gym is at your disposal and fishing and horse riding excursions can be arranged.
Clontarf Castle dates back to 1172 and has been recently transformed into a luxurious deluxe hotel. It is situated only two miles from the city center and five miles from the airport, making it an ideal base from which to explore Dublin and the surrounding area. All bedrooms are en-suite and offer the very best in comfort and modern facilities. Two individual and unique bars will provide all you need in good food and drink. A modern and well-equipped gym is also available for guests, and fishing and horse riding excursions can be arranged at reception.
An eight-mile drive from Dublin city center, this 19th-century stone castle forms the central feature of the Fitzpatrick. Modern additions actually house the guestrooms, many of which contain antiques and four-poster beds. Sweeping views of Dun Laoghaire village and Dublin Bay are a major bonus. The seaside village of Dalkey is within walking distance and is filled with good restaurants and specialist shopping boutiques. Golfing and horseback riding are available locally.