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Hotel immortalized in Joyce novel stands out from the crowdNorth of the River Liffey stands the beautiful Georgian building housing the North Star Hotel with a particularly cool pedigree. Ireland's literary master, James Joyce, mentioned this landmark in his novel Ulysses. The hotel has been extended to accommodate 175 rooms, an award-winning restaurant, two bars, including a heated beer garden and the new exclusive Premier Club Lounge. Guests can walk to the James Joyce Center or head over the river to Temple Bar and Grafton Street for shopping and entertainment.   Highlights Stunning 19th century building immortalized in James Joyce's literary masterpiece UlyssesAward-winning Bianconi Restaurant , McCoy's traditional Irish bar and heated beer gardenPremier rooms enjoy use of exclusive 7th floor club lounge with skyline views Rooms The North Star's 175 rooms cater to every kind of traveler. Standard rooms are housed in the original Georgian building, while the hotel's modern addition holds executive and premier rooms and suites. Tastefully decorated, standard and executive rooms come with the usual amenities such as TV, tea and coffee station and trouser press. Additionally, premier rooms and suites include such luxuries as pillow-top beds, goose down bedding, Egyptian cotton sheets, fridge and rainforest shower. Many have a private balcony that offers stunning views of Dublin's skyline. Access to the exclusive 7th floor Premier Club Lounge is available to guests in premier rooms. Wi-Fi access is available in all rooms (fees apply). FeaturesThe North Star Hotel offers guests an escape from Dublin's busy city center. Enjoy the hotel's award-winning restaurant, Bianconi, or two bars, including the heated beer garden where guests can unwind from a day of meetings or sightseeing with a traditional Irish libation. The hotel features a gym and sauna for all guests. Premier rooms afford access to the relaxing new Premier Club Lounge with stunning views of the city. Wi-Fi access and parking facilities are available (fees apply) Transportation Hotel car park (fee applies)Luas and DART station (across the street)Dublin bus service 41 and 41B nearbyTaxi service available AttractionsThe James Joyce Centre (0.6 mi/1 km)Spire of Dublin (0.7 mi/1.1 km)Garden of Remembrance (0.8 mi/1.3 km)Trinity College (0.8 mi/1.3 km)Temple Bar (0.9 mi/1.4 km) Business 4 conference and meeting rooms with capacity of 140 guestsComplete range of audiovisual facilities availableBroadband Internet accessBanquet facilities

Deluxe accommodations in one of Dublin’s best addressesThe O'Callaghan Davenport, housed in a former church, is situated in one of Dublin's most impressive Georgian areas surrounded by the National Gallery, Natural History Museum and steps from the architecturally stunning Merrion Square. The hotel's beautiful facade is complimented by interior accents of polished wood, marble and leather which make the Davenport a refined choice for travelers. Spacious guest rooms have recently been decorated in warm tones of cream and mahogany and include luxurious touches like cashmere throws and plush bedding. Highlights Historic facade in one of Dublin's stateliest areas, minutes from attractions and shoppingNewly decorated rooms feature little luxuries such as cashmere throws and cozy duvetsPresident's Bar and Lanyon Restaurant offer fine dining and refreshments until late Rooms The hotel's 114 rooms include 10 junior suites and two one-bedroom suites. All rooms have recently been decorated in cream and mahogany tones and feature Sealy mattresses and luxury bedding with cashmere throws by Foxford of County Mayo. European and North American electrical outlets, TV, personal safe, three telephones per room, work desk, tea and coffee station, garment-care unit featuring trouser press, iron, and ironing board are all included. Broadband, wired and wireless Internet access is available. Features The President's Bar and Lanyon restaurant offer a dark-wood-paneled refuge from the hurly-burly of modern Dublin. The President's Bar has a snack menu and the Lanyon offers full breakfast daily, as well as a sophisticated menu and wine list appreciated by guests and locals alike. A 24-hour fitness room, business center and private dining rooms are available. Car parking is available (fees apply) and babysitting services can be arranged for those travelling with children. Transportation Aircoach stops close to hotelShort walk to Four Courts tram station and bus serviceTaxi service in front of hotel Attractions National Gallery of IrelandNational Museum of Ireland--Natural HistoryTemple BarChristchurch CathedralSt. Stephen's SquareTrinity CollegeThe Old Jameson DistilleryBank of Ireland Arts Centre Business Four meeting spaces24-hour business centerBoardroom features library-like setting with high-tech amenitiesBroadband Internet accessSatellite link available

Great hotel just minutes from Dublin city centreIn the leafy Dublin suburb of Ballsbridge close to Aviva Stadium, Ballsbridge Hotel is just a 15 minute walk to the city centre, the O2 Arena and Bord Gais Energy Theatre. Trinity College, Dublin's cultural quarter Temple Bar and Dublin's main shopping district are also just a 15-20 minute walk from the hotel. The DART rail network (just 2 minutes from the hotel) connects guests to the surrounding beauty of Dublin's coastal villages. The Airport shuttle, the Aircoach, drops tourists right outside the hotel door. HighlightsTraditional Irish pub onsite with live music at weekends Organic Irish produce served in both the pub and restaurant menus Close to Aviva Stadium and the RDS Conference and meeting facilities for up to 850 people RoomsThe hotel's 395 spacious guest rooms (twin, double, family, wheelchair accessible and one-bedroom suites) feature queen size beds, cable TV, ensuite bathroom, hairdryer, writing desk,  tea and coffee stations and wireless internet (fees apply). One-bedroom suites offer an extra living and dining room, plus walk-in closet. Connecting rooms are available for those traveling as a group or with children. FeaturesBallsbridge Hotel is situated in the Dublin suburbs, a short trip by bus or train to the city center. The hotel houses The Dubliner Pub which provides traditional Irish fare in a cosy setting. The café in the lobby delivers light refreshments throughout the day. The hotel has a barbershop and a beauty salon. There is secure onsite car parking available (fees apply). Wheelchair accessible rooms are available. TransportationAircoach stop outside hotel Lansdowne Road DART station (.3 m/.5 km) Dublin bus service outside hotel Taxi service available AttractionsAviva Stadium (.2 mi/.4 km) National Gallery of Ireland (1 mi/1.7 km) Trinity College (1 mi/1.7 km) St. Stephen's Green (1.2 mi/1.9 km) BusinessConference and meeting facilities and ballroom available for up to 850 guests Complimentary Wi-Fi access State-of-the-art multimedia compatibility In-house event coordinator to assist with event planning