We will arrive in Dublin on August 25th for 7 nights. Can you recommend any hotels, Inns and B & Bs and restaurants in the city. We will rent a car and tour the area and would appreciate same regarding places to visit, stay and eat.
We will then fly to Edinburgh for same time period and would appreciate any insight Thanks John
Posted by
Massachusetts
404 posts
We stayed at Staunton's on the Green and loved it: http://www.stauntonsonthegreen.ie/. It's on the south side of St. Stephen's Green, so it's close enough to be walking distance to almost everything in Dublin, but quiet at night. The breakfast (included) was very good, and the staff was friendly and helpful. There are a whole host of great hotels in Dublin though, so you won't have a hard time finding a good one.
Do get out and see the country - Dublin is great, but I wouldn't devote more than 2 or 3 days there (with so much else to do an see).
Posted by
Birmingham AL
346 posts
We have stayed at the Buswells Hotel twice and recommend it. It's moderately priced, and well located near Parliament, Trinity, and good shopping (Avoca, in particular). In walking distance are two restaurant recommendations -- Lemon for crepes and breakfast items (nice for a change, open all day), and Carluccio's, which is Italian. We also like the Boxty House in Temple Bar.
Within easy driving distance are New Grange, north of town. The sandwich shop at New Grange is surprisingly good and economical. South of town, the Kilkenny area with Jerpoint Abbey and Kells Priory, plus Kilkenny Castle are well worth your time.
Posted by
Land of La
9219 posts
Been YEARS but check reviews online for Harvey's Guesthouse. 15-20 minute walk into the city center. Working class neighborhood.
Posted by
OP
Longboat Key Florida
18 posts
Thanks for the info - please keep them coming. John
Posted by
Boston, MA, United States
1806 posts
Trinity College offers accommodations for tourists during the summer months. You cannot get more central in Dublin than staying where the Book of Kells is located and within easy walking distance to Grafton Street, St. Stephen's Green, Merrion Square and Temple Bar. If you stay there, try to book a room or one of the apartments that is located in the historic part of the campus (they also offer accommodation at another building the college owns that is located nearby, but not on the main campus itself).
Try Chapter One if you want one splurge meal while dining in Dublin - the prices at lunch are a bit cheaper if you want to make that the main meal of the day. A visit to Howth (King Sitric restaurant if you enjoy fresh seafood) just outside of Dublin. For other places to visit, besides Trinity College and the Book of Kells, visit Kilmainham Gaol, the National Museum of Ireland (particularly if interested in Natural History or Archeology), and St. Michan's Church (the crypts underneath the church are worth a look).
Posted by
Eugene, Oregon...Formerly Ventura, CA
2262 posts
A wonderful B & B:
Also, for a great lunch or dinner, try The Pigs Ear on Nassau Street!
Posted by
Tel Aviv
15781 posts
You won't need (or want) a car in central Dublin. If you want to spend several days seeing other parts of Ireland, you won't want to stay in Dublin. Though distances aren't great, driving is slow, much slower than you think it will be. It's best to stay in whichever area you choose.
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