Dublin is Ireland's capital and its largest city. It is situated at the mouth of the River Liffey in the middle of the east coast of Ireland. Originally a Viking settlement, Dublin boasts a wide range of historic sites, including castles and churches, and outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing and golf.
Jury's Inn Christchurch
The Jury's Inn is located in Dublin's old historic district. It is a three-star hotel with 182 rooms available to accommodate three adults and two adults with up to two children. Across the road from the Jury is Temple Bar, Dublin's famous cultural quarter. You can walk its medieval cobbled streets and enjoy attractions such as the Irish Film Institute, the Irish Photographic Center and the Temple Bar Music Center as well as a host of bars and restaurants. Grafton Street, one of Dublin's principal shopping areas, and Trinity College are also close to the Jury's Inn.
The Ashling Hotel
The Ashling is a city-center hotel that overlooks the river Liffey. Recently renovated and expanded, the Ashling now offers 130 rooms. You can catch the LUAS tram right outside the hotel and be in the city center in under 5 minutes. The Ashling also has a number of Dublin's most famous attractions right at its doorstep. These include Temple Bar, the Abby theater and Museum of Modern Art. No trip to Dublin would be complete without a visit to the Guinness Storehouse, and this historical building is within walking distance of the Ashling.
The Paramount Hotel
Dublin's Paramount Hotel is a three star, six-story building that has been retrofitted with 1930s themed décor. The Paramount boast the famous Turk's Head bar and restaurant. It is located in the lively Temple Bar area, 50 m from the River Liffey. The Temple Bar area features more than 100 live music venues, theaters and clubs. Also nearby is the Irish Film Institute, Kilmainham Gaol Historical Museum and Trinity College Library, which houses the famous Book of Kells.
The Temple Bar Hotel
The Temple Bar Hotel is situated in the heart of Dublin's cultural quarter. The hotel offers all the amenities you would expect from a four-star hotel, including 117 rooms and 14 executive suites. It is in walking distance to all the city's main attractions, including the Guinness Storehouse, the National Museum of Ireland and St. Stephen's Green. You can also capture the historical essence of Dublin by taking the Historical Walking Tour of Temple Bar, which covers the city's most cherished historical sites.
About The Author
Corinna Underwood is a freelance writer based in Atlanta. She specializes in health and lifestyle features. Her writing has been published in a number of magazines including "Alternative Medicine," "Alive" and "Chronogram". She is also the author of Haunted History of Atlanta and North Georgia and Murder and Mystery in Atlanta. She holds a Master of Arts in women’s studies from Staffordshire University.
