A stay in Dublin’s O’Callaghan Alexander Hotel makes a stay in Dublin just that bit special, with ‘King’ rooms colossal and well-appointed to the point of impressing almost all who lodge here. Most rooms offer great views out upon the River Liffey and wider Dublin, while en suites, speedy Internet and LCD TVs feature as standard. Mornings are always a delight, with cooked full Irish and fresh breakfast options available, while later on the Winner’s Bar serves local beers, whiskies and even cocktails for those so inclined.
Fantastic conferencing and function facilities mean that businesspeople and those wishing to arrange weddings or other such get-togethers are amply provided for. The graceful, leather seated and burnished dark wood atmosphere of the hotel interior is complimented greatly by its location; many of the attractions, and the famous Temple Bar district, are but a short walk downriver. A 24 hour reception present to attend any issue, or provision advice on the locality, brings to full fruition a venue which is by all accounts excellent.
The grandly elegant North Star Hotel in Dublin is a first class experience, this hotel offering a splendid selection of rooms with views out upon the entire city. This gorgeous four star venue marries together a panelled wood decor with facilities befitting its status – a stunningly modern gym, steamy sauna and airport bus service plus a concierge make this accommodation a fine choice for those wanting a blend of pampering and convenience.
Rooms are delightfully spacious, while the city centre situation means you scarcely need to step outside the lobby doors to be in the midst of the action. McGettigans Cookhouse and Bar offer fantastic cooked and fresh breakfast options daily with meats and veggies sourced from within Ireland, and in a classy dining setting. Business clients too will find the meeting and conferencing facilities more than equal to their demands. Making everything work meanwhile is the reception, whose ability to solve issues promptly and offer guidance to Dublin stands beyond all doubt.
Coming to stay in Holiday Inn Express Dublin Airport means a fantastic experience awaits you, with rooms universally equipped with large and comfy Queen Size beds. All rooms are air conditioned with hot and cold modes fitting all seasons, while bathrooms are splendidly equipped with power showers, hair dryers and toiletries. Big screen TVs and Internet are present, while disability and lift access makes the hotel ideal for the infirm or elderly.
On the ground floor, the Great Room serves hot full Irish breakfasts each morning, while evening time sees alcoholic beverages served in the relaxing ambiance of The Express Bar. Access to and from the airport is easy and swift, while Dublin city centre is reachable by bus near the hotel. Business guests desiring close access to the airport will be pleased with the bedroom work desks, the free airport shuttle, proximity to business parks, and the onsite complimentary car parking.
When you visit the Hilton Dublin Kilmainham, a splendid four star experience is ready and waiting to be savoured. This hotel has breathtaking grounds, with verdant lawns and perfectly tended trees surrounding a building which is at once modern and stately. A leisure club complete with personal trainers is equipped with a gym and hydrotherapy pool, while the Cinnamon Restaurant offers memorable dining experiences with full Irish breakfasts, lunches and evening meals alike available every day.
The rooms meanwhile are superb – spacious, impeccably clean, and with beds that envelop sleepers in splendid, restful comfort. En suite bathrooms with hair dryers, a 37 inch high definition TV, tempting minibar and an iron with ironing board are present in all bedrooms. Location wise, the historic Kilmainham suburb is a superb situation for this delightful hotel – just a stroll north is Phoenix Park, while slightly further on is Dublin Zoo. Dublin city centre meanwhile may be reached by public transport, or in just a few minutes by taxi or car.
At the Hilton Dublin Airport, guests can be assured of four star service in surroundings which embody the convenience of being so near Ireland’s main air transport hub. Glittering and well-situated, this gorgeous modern hotel boasts a fantastic range of sumptuously comfortable and spacious rooms – standard singles, doubles, and family rooms together with deluxe suites. Every room is en suite, with hair dryers, power showers and toiletries present to perfectly round out this accommodation.
Downstairs, the facilities are sure to impress with a fully-equipped gym, delightfully modern Burnell Bar and Grill, plus meeting room facilities for those attending the hotel on business. Events such as wedding receptions are frequent at the Hilton Dublin Airport, while onsite car parking and a regular shuttle transports guests to and from the airport in apt completion of the convenience. With bustling central Dublin and the idyllic Irish coast just a short drive away, and multilingual staff more than happy to fix problems and advise on the city, this hotel is a truly premium experience.
As with all Hilton hotels worldwide, the upscale Hilton Dublin brings a fantastic range of features, cushy spacious rooms, and facilities that merit its four star status. The venue is situated close to Dublin city centre, with the LUAS tramline just outside the door offering perfect access through the entire downtown. An embodiment of modernity, this hotel offers sleekly modern single, double, twin and family size bedrooms equipped with ambient lighting, fast Internet and TVs, while en suite bathrooms are equipped with power showers, toiletries and fresh towels.
Often thought as a safe bet in any locality, the Hilton hotels have forged a reputation on offering a solid accommodation experience. This venue in particular boasts a superb location with the Grafton Street shopping centre a mere stroll away, while starting off each day energised by the delicious full Irish and continental breakfast is itself something to look forward to. Of an evening the classy, well-equipped bar serves drinks, while those wanting to exercise will find the modern gym excellent for retaining peak fitness.
When you visit Herbert Park Hotel, an experience befitting a four star hotel of its status will envelop you gracefully. Situated in the leafy and affluent district of Ballsbridge, this venue boasts more than 150 stunning, modern and spacious bedrooms available in single, double and family sizes. For those wanting to experience the very best opulence, the pair of classy penthouse suites atop the hotel are the embodiment of luxury. All bedrooms are en suite, with Internet and LCD televisions, plus high speed WiFi and a secure safe for valuables present.
Every morning The Pavilion Restaurant serves a supreme breakfast of gourmet quality, with the sheer quality of food present encouraging guests to opt for the lunchtime and evening menus too. As well as leisure visitors, the Herbert Park Hotel superbly accommodates the business client with meeting facilities, with every patron appreciative of the helpful reception who can help with navigating Dublin and any problem that might crop up during a patron’s stay.
In the Green Isle Hotel, a gracious and family-friendly atmosphere greets any guest fortunate enough to stay. This huge hotel features 270 rooms, from compact yet classy singles to sizeable deluxe suites that leave guests mouths’ agape at the stunning decor. Amply cushioned beds with snug duvets, and bathrooms equipped with hair dryers, power showers and toiletries impress, while fast Internet offers any guest the chance to research Dublin from the comfort of their bedroom or the classy lobby.
Located in the Newlands Cross district of Dublin, the hotel is a short drive from the city centre, while bus routes also depart regularly. All meals of the day are served in the Green Isle, with breakfasts in generously portions setting guests off to a superb start – later on, a lunchtime carvery and gourmet evening meals in the Irish tradition roundly satisfy and impress too. Business guests will be pleased to encounter the splendidly equipped meeting facilities, while all patrons are glad of the supremely attentive reception which gladly helps with issues in the hotel, plus also capably offering guidance regards Dublin.
When you visit Dublin’s Harcourt Hotel, an atmosphere envelops which could best be described as a sublime melding of the relaxed and luxuriant. This gorgeous Georgian era building has lost none of its class over the centuries, with rooms superbly decked out with beds draped in soft duvets, ensuite bathrooms with modern power showers and hair dryers. Rooms are available in a variety of sizes, from single to quadruple family or friend group suites present.
Waking up is always a joy at the Harcourt, with great full Irish breakfasts served each morning with prior patrons reporting the highest satisfaction. Business clients will be glad of the boardroom and meeting facilities, with corporate functions and interviews easily conducted. Whatever the issue, this hotel’s experienced staff are all too glad to offer help, whether it be with a problem within the hotel, or guidance in getting round and taking in the best that Dublin has to offer.
Heading to Handel’s Hotel, you’ll experience fantastic hospitality which embodies all that is best about Dublin. The traditional Irish welcome is juxtaposed by the airy modernity and poise the contemporary decor imbues the venue with, while the downstairs Oscars Café Bar acts as a great place for a snack of a day, or a drink of an evening before you retire. Upstairs, spacious rooms (available in single, double and triple sizes) are splendidly presented and immaculately clean, with free Internet, en suites, and docking stations for MP3 players.
A fantastic selection of fresh, continental breakfasts and cooked full Irish means you’re spoilt for choice each day you rise. What’s more, bookings via the hotel’s official website will often see you receive free breakfast included in your room rate. The ever-helpful reception desk will happily offer advice with navigating Dublin, and with events presently going on in the city.
See also: Handel’s Apartments
If you’re after a more independent experience in the same fabulously located venue in Dublin city centre, you might prefer to stay in Handel’s Apartments.
