Thinking of visiting the dirty old town of Dublin? Well, rest assured it is far from dirty! It is a vibrant and buzzing city full of friendly people and pints of Guinness...you're guaranteed such a fun-packed time here, but you might not get too much sleep! So, you'll need a good bed to stay in for the few hours kip you do squeeze in!
If you're going to live it up Dublin style, then D4 is the postcode where you should be residing! And lucky for you there is no shortage of four-star luxury hotels in D4 for you to choose from. Nor will you be disappointed!
Our pick of the crop include The Berkeley, Bewleys, The Four Seasons, The Clarence, and The Schoolhouse hotels, not to mention the opulent and completely extravagant FIVE-STAR hotel: The Dylan.
But our ultimate favourite has to be The Burlington Hotel. Situated just a few minutes walk from the bustling south side of the city centre centre, it is ideally situated in a leafy suburb that is at the same time an extension of the city centre itself. The walk into town from there is short and full of top-notch pubs and eateries, so not only is the city centre on your doorstep you will also manage to get more of a real Dublin experience by being that little further immersed in the rustic and rural beauty that gives Ireland its name (not to mention charm)!
Authentically Irish with a cosmopolitan twist, you'll fall in love at first sight with The Burlington. And quite rightly so. What's more rates start at €79 per double room per night...not bad for the luxury you will enjoy here and right in the part of Dublin where everything is going on! Don't miss out...get booking your room now.
Coming to Dublin at this time of year means managing to walk at a 45 degree angle in the face of the wind and rain coming in off Dublin Bay. But get yourself into the Morgan in Temple Bar and you’ll happily stay horizontal for the weekend.
Temple Bar has many things going for it. Needless to say there’s the Guinness, photography gallery, Vaughin Johnson’s wine shop, The Project Theatre and of course the cobblestones. But best of all, and what make you miss all the above because the rooms are too luxurious, is the Morgan Hotel.
Risqué design that is provocative, contemporary and unique holds host to chic guestrooms, a funky cocktail bar, crazy outdoor spaces, cool meeting rooms and an amazing Penthouse with rooftop garden.
This luxury 4 star hotel is an experience. Don’t miss it.
And if you do manage to drag yourself out of the suite for a stroll, head around the corner for a Pint of Guinness and half dozen oysters at the Temple Bar Market.
So…you’re heading to Dublin for your next holiday…well, you’ve already made an excellent travel destination choice! Dublin is ranked among the top 25 cities in the world, and is world-famous for its rich culture, buzzing nightlife and fabulous shopping!
Now, you must ensure that you make the right Dublin accommodation choice. And being such an amazing city, it is also full of lots of amazing hotels! To make things easier for you, we’ve checked out a few options for you.
Calling all budget travellers… take a look at the Donnybrook Lodge. This modest hotel has a good location - close to the city centre and ferry ports. It is also walking distance from several restaurants and Dublin city's famous Elm Park golf course. It is conveniently situated next to direct bus facilities to the airport. A twin room at this hotel, booked for November, is about 36GBPper night, breakfast included.
If it is luxury that you desire then give some thought to The Clarence. It is a top-class boutique hotel located in the heart of the city on the famous River Liffey. And, for a famous touch, it is owned by U2’s Bono and The Edge! It also has a fitness centre and massage services. A night in a superior king room is about 207GBP.
If you are searching for a hotel somewhere in between budget and luxury, then the School House Hotel is a mid-range option worth considering. It is a former school from 1861 – hence the name! – located in the peaceful area of Ballsbridge, 10 minutes’ walk from Dublin city centre. The rooms have king-size beds, LCD TVs and William Morris designs, and the bathrooms come equipped with a Victorian-style power shower. One night in a deluxe double room with breakfast is 139GBP.
