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5 STAR LUXURY HOTEL • 125 ROOMS & 20 SUITES
Updated November 2, 2007 — A member of The Leading Hotels of the World, The Merrion Dublin opened in 1997. The hotel is made up of a series of landmark Georgian houses, one of which was the birthplace of the Duke of Wellington. The Merrion's drawing room has been a gathering place for Dublin's elite and its jet-set, and its Michelin-starred Restaurant Patrick Guilbaud is generally considered Ireland's finest.
Graceful and elegant, The Merrion is located in the heart of Dublin. Only a tiny brass nameplate marks the hotel's unassuming brick exterior, but inside, restored marble floors and columns and ornate rococo plasterwork ceilings show off the grand style of 18th century Dublin.
A half-block from Merrion Square, this row of Georgian townhouses is opposite the Museum of National History, and five blocks from the shops, theaters, and restaurants of Temple Bar. Paintings from one of Ireland's largest private art collections are displayed in two formal restaurants, two bars, and the drawing rooms.
142 guestrooms have finely crafted white-and-gilt furniture, high-speed Internet access, Sony Playstations, and Italian-marble bathrooms with separate tubs and showers. A stay at The Merrion would not be complete without sampling some of Ireland's finest cuisine at Restaurant Patrick Guilbaud - holder of two Michelin stars. The Spa and Health Club has an infinity swimming pool and gym.
Take advantage of one of the following special offers, and enhance your stay with an extraordinary experience:
The Merrion, Dublin's luxurious hotel, gets in the spirit with a St. Patrick's Festival Offer and a St. Patrick's Shamrock Package. The St. Patrick's Festival Special Offer includes accommodations in a superior double or twin room in the hotel's Garden Wing, full Irish breakfast for two the next morning and two Black Velvets, The Merrion's signature cocktail, on arrival. It is valid from March 13 to 19, 2008 and costs 355 euros (approximately $533) per room per night including taxes. The St. Patrick's Shamrock Package includes two nights in a superior double or deluxe twin room in the Garden Wing, full Irish breakfast on both mornings, two Black Velvet cocktails on arrival and two grandstand tickets for the St. Patrick's Day Festival Parade on March 17. A small picnic box is also included during the parade, all for 795 euros (approximately $1,193) per couple for two nights.
The package is valid from March 16 to 19, 2008. The Merrion is a union of four landmark Georgian townhouses, one of which was the birthplace of the Duke of Wellington, combined with a specially commissioned contemporary wing that wraps around beautiful private gardens. With its extensive art collection, intimate drawing rooms and working fireplaces, the hotel is an ideal home base for enjoying the festivities and exploring the riches of Dublin.
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ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
The Penthouse Suite - When a hotel suite has an extra room to accommodate "security personnel," chances are that high-caliber guests are spending the night. Such is the case at Dublin's most exclusive hotel, where celebrities (like Bruce Springsteen) have kept the 3,000-square-foot duplex penthouse booked since its September opening. Ensuring the utmost in discretion, a private elevator opens right into the suite's first floor, where two bedrooms look out on the hotel's faithfully re-created 18th-century gardens. Rooftop terrace with cedarwood hot tub.
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AMENITIES
142 guestrooms have finely crafted white-and-gilt furniture, and framed prints of Irish scenes or antique maps. Porcelain reading lamps with pleated shades sit atop bedside tables, and mirrors hang above glass-topped desks. High-speed Internet access (surcharge) and Sony Playstations (surcharge) are available. Entirely clad in Italian Carrera marble, bathrooms have separate tubs and showers, heated towel rails, and makeup mirrors with lights.
Drawing Rooms - Ideal for a quiet drink, a light lunch (finger food, delicate sandwiches), or afternoon tea.
No. 23 - This resident's lounge is an intimate and traditional setting for a drink or light lunch, such as sandwiches or salads. Leather armchairs, candelabras, and oil paintings. Open 24 hours. |
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DINING
Restaurant Patrick Guilbaud - Fine dining restaurant open for lunch and dinner, Tuesday-Saturday.
Cellar Restaurant - Semi-formal restaurant with Irish tapestries and vaulted ceiling. Wine list includes a selection from the hotel owner’s French vineyard.
Cellar Bar - In the original Georgian wine cellars, this bar is a labyrinth of candlelit alcoves beneath vaulted brick ceilings. Open all day for drinks; upscale lunch items include Confit of Duck Leg. In the evenings, finger food, light meals, and hot and cold platters are available.
24-hour Room Service. |
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ACTIVITIES
On-site: Heath club with a 18-meter (59-foot) infinity pool, steam room, gym, and spa treatments (surcharge).
Nearby: You're across the road from Ireland's National History Museum and National Gallery, and Merrion Square's gardens with reclining Oscar Wilde statue are next door. The centre of Dublin is an easy stroll away, and it's only five minutes to Grafton Street for shopping. |
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SPA & FITNESS
The Tethra Spa features an 18-meter swimming pool, gymnasium, steam room, and luxurious private treatment rooms. Spa treatments (surcharge) include aromatherapy massage, manicures, pedicures, and hot- stone treatments. |
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LOCAL ATTRACTIONS
Museum of National History - across street
Merrion Square - 1/2 block
National Gallery - 1/2 block
St. Stephen's Green - 2 blocks
Trinity College - 2 blocks
Grafton Street (shopping) - 3 blocks
National Concert Hall - 4 blocks
Temple Bar (restaurants, bars) - 5 blocks
River Liffey - 6 blocks
Guinness Brewery - 2 km (1.5 miles) |
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GETTNG THERE
Hotel Address: Upper Merrion Street, Dublin 2, Ireland.
Airport: Dublin (DUB) - 15 km/8 miles. |
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