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The good, the bed and the breakfast
MALCOLM ROGERS looks at some of Dublin’s most popular hostelries.
Number 31
31 Leeson Close
Tel. +353 1 676 5011, www:number31.ie
Double rooms from: €150
Just about the most attractive hotel in Dublin, with oodles of character
about as far from a polystyrene hotel as you can get. Modern design and
historic heritage, the front of the building was converted by the famous
Irish architect, Sam Stephenson, who owned the original house. His most
original idea was the lowered living room which is now the lobby. The
hotel reopened this spring after substantial renovation.
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Shelbourne
27 St. Stephen’s Green
Tel. +353 1 663 4500, www.theshelbourne.ie
Double rooms from: €266
The Shelbourne Hotel opened recently after extensive renovation. Built
in 1824, this luxury hostelry was and still is an important
hub of Dublin’s literary and political happenings. The Irish constitution
was drafted here in 1922 and Ireland’s main movers and shakers still
foregather here.
The Clarence
6-8 Wellington Quay
Tel. +353 1 407 0800, www.theclarence.ie
Double rooms from: €179
Rock stars, glitterati, chatterati and wannabe celebrities enjoy a drink
together in this trendsetting Dublin hotel belonging to Bono and The Edge.
Located in the city centre on the banks of the Liffey, it stands in the
heart of the lively Temple Bar district. Unlike much of Temple Bar, however,
it is a haven of understated elegance.
The Georgian Hotel
18-22 Lower Baggot Street
Tel. +353 1 634 5000, www.georgianhotel.ie
Double rooms from: €99
A small, value-for-money hotel offering 20 rooms furnished with historical
detail. Cosy rooms, friendly staff and excellent location close to St.
Stephen’s Green.
The Gresham
The four-star Gresham in Dublin 1 is a landmark building with a brand new
renovated restaurant, traditional comfort and elegant service. Currently
on www.centralr.com double rooms are on offer for €140 for double
rooms.
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Stampa Hotel and Spa
35 Dawson Street, Dublin 2
La Stampa is a unique hostelry in the heart of Dublin city. Individually
decorated rooms, Moroccan theme café bar, French brasserie, eastern
Spa and Royal Thai restaurant.
Currently on www.centralr.com double rooms are on offer for €145.
Herbert Park Hotel
Herbert Park, Ballsbridge
Tel. +353 1 667 2200, www.herbertparkhotel.ie,
Double rooms from: €119
A modern business and family hotel in Ballsbridge, about 10 minutes by
taxi from the city centre. The hotel boasts large, light rooms with the
ambience of a luxury hotel at reasonable prices. The quiet leafy surroundings
of beautiful Herbert Park are an ideal balm to a tiring day it’s
always a pleasure to return to birdsong and greenery. |
