HotelBank / Dublin

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Open from 22 June to 24 September only, this hotel is a great 'no frills' option for those on a restricted budget visiting the city. Superb central location, just a short stroll from St. Stephen's Green and Grafton Street. Simple, compact bedrooms and bathrooms are well maintained. Although there is no restaurant in the hotel there is a large, comfortable breakfast room.

Within 20 minutes walk:
Trinity College, Grafton Street, Temple Bar, St. Stephens Green, National Art Gallery

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Traditional hotel with typically Irish bar. Classic rooms are brightly decorated, some rather small, most with shower only, some with bath. Located adjacent to Connolly railway station, some rooms overlook the track. Close to the up and coming Custom House Quay area and convenient for all central parts. Guests have complimentary use of the small in-house fitness room. No lift.

Within 20 minutes walk:
Trinity College, Temple Bar area, O'Connell Street, Wax Museum, Guinness Brewery

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Small Georgian town house hotel with lots of character. Crystal chandeliers, antique mirrors and a period staircase contribute to the hotel's old world charm. Small bar, breakfast room and cosy residents' lounge. Bedrooms vary in size but are all nicely decorated in a traditional style. Less than five minutes walk to O'Connell Street, famous for shopping.

Within 20 minutes walk:
St Stephens Green, Grafton Street, Temple Bar area.

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Charming little hotel with friendly staff, a couple of minutes walk to St.Stephen's Green, and five minutes walk to Grafton Street. Rooms are mainly doubles and singles (few twins). 'Copper Face Jacks' night-club down in the basement, is one of Dublin's most popular clubs and is open seven nights a week until 03:00 a.m., free entry for guests. Some noise may be heard from lower floor rooms. Popular pub serving food. Hotel is best suited to a younger, club-loving clientele.

Within 20 minutes walk:
St. Stephen's Green, Grafton Street, Temple Bar area

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Overlooking the River Liffey and 2 minutes walk from Heuston station the Ashling is just a stroll away from the City centre attractions. Bedrooms are spacious and well-equipped with tasteful decor. View the 'Four Winds of Ireland' stained glass windows whilst enjoying a drink in the Guinness Lounge or try a traditional Irish favourite in Cobblestones bistro.

Within 20 minutes walk:
Phoenix Park & zoo, Guinness brewery & hopstore, Old Jameson distillery, Smithfield Village and Chimney, National Museum of Ireland, Temple Bar (just), main shopping areas

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Located high on the hillside of the Howth peninsula in the grounds of Howth Castle with spectacular views over Dublin Bay. The homely residents' lounge also benefits from the great views. Bedrooms decorated in pastel shades are furnished in a traditional style. Leisure facilities include a 17m indoor swimming pool, sauna, steam room, tennis courts and a large golf complex set in mature parkland with views out over the sea. Approximately 9 miles from Dublin city centre (which can be easily reached via the nearby DART) and within walking distance of the small fishing village of Howth this is a good tranquil alternative to the city centre, particularly for golfing enthusiasts.

Within 20 minutes walk:
Howth fishing village

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Located just a short drive from Sandyford village, this hotel is situated in a large complex designed for business meetings and corporate training. There is a LUAS stop (Dublin's new tram) 1km from the hotel (steep uphill climb from the city) where a regular service operates to the city centre (journey time of approximately 20 minutes). The contemporary bedrooms offer good facilities and are decorated in light neutral shades with brighter contrasting furnishings. Guests have use of a small in house fitness room. This hotel is very obviously part of a management training centre popular with local companies but it also offers very good value for money for the leisure traveller prepared to be on the outskirts of the city centre.

Within 20 minutes walk:
Dundrum or Sandyford Village. The new Dundrum Shopping Centre.

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Located approximately 10 minutes drive from the city centre adjacent to the main campus of University College Dublin. Bedrooms are relatively spacious, well maintained and furnished to a good standard. The traditional style lobby leads on to a large modern bar where carvery lunches are particularly popular and sporting events are regularly shown on the bar's numerous TV screens. The hotel's more traditional Irish bar is a more cosy option and is full of memorabilia. A frequent bus service operates to the city centre from outside the hotel making this an ideal out of town alternative.

Within 20 minutes walk:
Donnybrook Church, Wesley rugby grounds, Clonskeagh

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Traditional hotel with typically Irish bar located adjacent to Connolly railway station. A new wing has been added to this hotel with higher standards aimed primarily at the business traveller. Rooms are brightly decorated in a classic style with good room facilities. Good 3 star standard, very comfortable. Significantly further back from rail track than the older wing. Guests have complimentary use of the small in-house fitness room.

Within 20 minutes walk:
Trinity College, Temple Bar area, O'Connell Street

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A delightful traditional hotel located on Ormond Quay, as its name suggests, within close proximity of Temple Bar. The building itself has much historical character, and James Joyce wrote Ulysses here! The reception area is bright and welcoming, and bedrooms have a fresh appeal (most rooms have shower only). The modern bar is a popular venue with locals at lunch time as well as at night.

Within 20 minutes walk:
Temple Bar, Trinity College, O'Connell Street.

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Edwardian building providing a great central location, with the Temple Bar area just around the corner and the Castle and Christchurch in close proximity. Short walk to Grafton Street and St. Stephen's Green. Traditional style bedrooms and a typical Irish bar.

Within 20 minutes walk:
The main shopping areas, Trinity College, Government buildings, Museums, Theatres, St. Stephen's Green, Dublin Castle, Guinness Brewery, Temple Bar area.

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Large hotel comprising of a traditional building dating back over 200 years and a modern extension. All bedrooms are decorated in a traditional style as are the public areas. Located halfway between the city centre and the airport. Many buses just outside the hotel all go to the centre, journey time 15 mins approx.

Within 20 minutes walk:
Botanic Gardens.

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Family run Georgian town house hotel, less than five minutes walk to O'Connell Street and within easy walk of the city's major attractions. Traditional hotel with homely bedrooms of varying sizes.

Within 20 minutes walk:
Temple Bar, National Gallery, Trinity College, O'Connell Steet, Grafton Street.

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Listed Victorian mansion guesthouse dating back to 1850. Located in the prestigious Ballsbridge area adjacent to Lansdowne Road stadium, the city centre can be easily reached with the nearby DART in 3 mins or with a 15 mins. walk. All bedrooms are uniquely furnished with original period furniture and oil paintings, yet include modern amenities. Friendly, homely atmosphere. Morning coffee and afternoon tea are served daily when guests are sure to find the home-made baking hard to resist!

Within 20 minutes walk:
Merrion Square, National Gallery, Herbert Park, RDS Convention Centre

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Quality 3 star hotel in a traditional building on the banks of the River Liffey, just over a bridge from the Temple bar area. A medieval theme runs through the public areas adding lots of character. Traditional Irish food and carvery available in the Arlington's popular bar. Irish dancing and live Irish music every night. Late night music bar and nightclub several nights a week.

Within 20 minutes walk:
Main shopping areas, Trinity College, Government buildings, Museums, Theatres, St. Stephen's Green, Dublin Castle, Guinness Brewery, Temple Bar area.

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Tastefully decorated with spacious public areas. Traditional Irish pub and carvery restaurant with some original decorative touches. One of the few hotels with a good size swimming pool (16m and you must wear a swim hat!). Fully equipped rooms in a classic style. Located on the south side of the city and within walking distance of most attractions

Within 20 minutes walk:
All city centre, Temple Bar, shopping areas

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Charming, central, family run hotel located at the north end of O'Connell Street. Comprised of three Georgian redbrick town houses, which have been refurbished to provide all the modern comforts for today's traveller. Groomes Bar provides a warm, welcoming ambience where traditional pub lunches are served daily. The hotel's stylish restaurant serves as a delightful breakfast venue as well as a more formal lunch and dinner choice.

Within 20 minutes walk:
Trinity College, Dublin Castle, Shopping areas,Temple Bar.

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Located just off Grafton Street, in one of Dublin's fashionable and cultural areas, close to Temple Bar. Traditional Georgian style townhouse hotel offering home away from home comfort. There is a small lobby and a pleasant lounge area on the first floor. Bedrooms are classic in style. Hotel's contemporary bar, restaurant and club is a popular venue in the city.

Within 20 minutes walk:
All city centre, Temple Bar, shopping areas

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Boutique style hotel situated in the heart of the city, within close proximity of the shops of Grafton Street and Temple Bar. The elegant, contemporary resident's lounge provides the perfect place for guests to unwind. Bedrooms are traditional in style although are fully equipped with all modern facilities and home comforts such as CD players and video recorders.

Within 20 minutes walk:
Grafton Street, St Stephen's, Temple Bar, Dublin Castle

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Lovely location in the centre of Dublin next to the landmark Trinity College. The hotel has a contemporary style with art deco influence. Public areas contain some eye-catching pieces adding a touch of individuality. Rooms are comfortable and well-fitted. A stylish restaurant is found on the first floor, and there is a wine and coffee bar in the lobby.

Within 20 minutes walk:
Trinity College, Grafton Street or O'Connell Street for shops, Temple Bar, St.Stephen's Green.

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Boutique hotel with great central location, on a quiet street close to Temple Bar and Grafton Street. The trendy lobby with its wooden floors, modern furniture and vivid colour scheme is a good introduction to this stylish property. Elegant, fashionable bedrooms are furnished to a high standard in either a contemporary or traditional style using plush furnishings and fittings. Facilities include a fashionable restaurant and cocktail bar, cafe lounge with piano on selected evenings and a relaxing residents' lounge. This hotel has a lovely ambience and prides itself on attention to detail and quality of service.

Within 20 minutes walk:
St Stephens Green, Trinity College, Grafton Street, Christchurch Cathedral, National Museum, Dublin Castle

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Legendary large business orientated hotel located just a short walk from the city centre. Extensive conference facilities means large corporate events are often held here although the hotel's facilities are equally suited to the leisure traveller. The property's unattractive concrete exterior is in no way reflective of its smart interior. As a popular meeting venue, the large bright lobby lounge is invariably buzzing and the adjoining atmospheric Irish bar is popular with guests and locals alike. The bedrooms have been recently renovated and are now furnished in a stylish contemporary style more reflective of the hotel's favourable reputation amongst Dubliners.

Within 20 minutes walk:
Trinity College, Temple Bar, Grafton Street, St Stephen's Green

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Dating back to 1817, The Gresham is Ireland's oldest hotel. Situated on O'Connell Street, this landmark property has a fantastic central location just a short walk from all the major tourist attractions. The grand hotel lobby leads into the atmospheric contemporary lobby bar, which with its large windows facing onto O'Connell Street is a popular day and evening venue with guests and locals alike. The fashionable 23 Restaurant is highly acclaimed and offers creative cuisine prepared with local produce. Some bedrooms are decorated in a traditional style and others in a more modern style but all offer a good level of comfort.

Within 20 minutes walk:
Grafton Street, Temple Bar, St Stephen's Green, Trinity

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Red brick Victorian townhouse hotel dating back to the 1890's. Located in the Ballsbridge area of Dublin in a quiet residential street, this privately owned boutique hotel exudes cosiness. Throughout the property hand painted murals, original oil paintings and fresh flowers combine to create a truly homely ambience. Traditional bedrooms with antique furnishings vary in size and style, some with round windows, some with slanted ceilings. All rooms are individually styled, full of character and furnished to a high standard. With it's open fire and comfortable sofas the drawing room is the ideal place to unwind whilst the sun lounge and library are other great places of retreat. A truly relaxing haven offering warm, attentive service.

Within 20 minutes walk:
Trinity College, St Stephens Green, Grafton Street, Temple Bar, Museums and theatres.

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Stylish contemporary boutique hotel superbly located right in the heart of the Temple Bar area. Chic minimalist style bedrooms offer a very good standard of comfort and guests should remember to bring their favourite CDs as all are equipped with CD players. The sophisticated bar with its wooden floors, soft leather seating and large mirrors is a popular venue with fashionable locals and provides a stylish setting for breakfast.

Within 20 minutes walk:
Dublin Castle, Temple Bar, St. Patrick's Cathedral, Trinity College, Grafton Street, St Stephen's Green, Guinness Brewery.

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As its name suggests, this property dating back to 1861 was once a school and many of its original features have been maintained. The scholarly theme is evident throughout the hotel with little touches such as the "silent please in class" signs instead of the usual "do not disturb". William Morris style bedrooms are furnished to a very good standard with an arts and crafts feel to them. Each room is named after an Irish writer or artist and contains a corresponding photograph and brief history of the individual. The bar and restaurant are the former classrooms and with the high ceilings, wooden beams and original fire place are truly atmospheric and popular venues in their own right. A quaint, intimate hotel with lots of character located approximately ten minutes walk from Grafton Street.

Within 20 minutes walk:
Grafton Street, Trinity College, RDS, Landsdowne Road, Dublin Castle, National Gallery

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Elegant contemporary style hotel located on Ormond Quay, just a short stroll from Temple Bar and overlooking the River Liffey. John Rocha was responsible for the interior decor which has a strong East meets West feel. Everything is feng shui perfect and a feeling of space, relaxation and luxury abounds. Minimalist style bedrooms manage to maintain an element of warmth. Hotel restaurant is very much in vogue as is the bar and night club.

Within 20 minutes walk:
Temple Bar area, Trinity College, O'Connell Street, Grafton Street

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Located in the prestigious residential and embassy district of Ballsbridge, approximately 3.5 km from the heart of the city. Set in a courtyard setting within the show grounds of the Royal Dublin Society, this stunning red brick hotel has been designed to reflect Dublin's Georgian architecture. Spacious bedrooms are sumptuously decorated in an elegant, traditional style, in soft shades, all with large marble bathrooms with separate bath and shower. The Seasons Restaurant with its high conservatory windows is a fabulous setting for meals at any time of day. Leisure facilities include an impressive in-house spa facility with whirlpool, saunas, steam rooms, 14 metre indoor swimming pool, gym and beauty rooms. A truly luxurious property where service is an absolute priority and which despite its size and pristine interiors, manages to retain a feeling of comfort and intimacy.

Within 20 minutes walk:
City Centre.

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Elegant hotel with superb central location just off Grafton Street and a short stroll from St. Stephen's Green. The lobby leads on to the Terrace Lounge, a refined, spacious area with big glass windows perfect for relaxing and watching the world go by. The atmospheric lounge with its views of the city and its abundance of comfortable seating is a popular meeting place with guests and locals alike, particularly for afternoon tea. Bedrooms are traditionally decorated in rich golden hues and are well equipped with quality, hand made wooden furniture and silk curtains. Facilities include a stylish contemporary bar, formal and relaxed dining options and a mini-gym.

Within 20 minutes walk:
Trinity college, St Stephens Green, Guinness Brewery, Jameson Distillery, Kilmainhaim Jail, Grafton Street shops, Christchurch Cathedral.

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