| off the m50 motorway, on the banks of the royal canal, this low-key hotel overlooks castleknock marina, and is a 5-minute walk from castleknock railway station (for frequent services to the city centre). free wi-fi is available in public spaces. there's a modern all-day bistro serving european-style fare, including full irish breakfast (fee). there's also a casual lounge/bar with heated outdoor seating and canal views. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 12:00 pm. the relaxed rooms with bright walls come with tvs, and tea and coffeemaking facilities
Dublin Airport 15 min
Phoenix Park (11 min)
Deer roam forested areas filled with mature trees within this area known as 'Dublin's playground'. Christ Church Cathedral (21 min)
Medieval place of worship with a mummified rat & cat plus a cafe & gift shop in the crypt. Ha'penny Bridge (22 min)
Refurbished 19th-century cast-iron span & city symbol, crossed by thousands of pedestrians daily. Farmleigh House & Estate (11 min)
Restored, 18th-century state guest house on 78 acres, with gardens, guided tours & a boathouse cafe. Dublin Zoo (13 min)
The largest zoo in Ireland has African Plain, Fringes of the Arctic and Asian Forests exhibits. National Botanic Gardens (16 min)
Large area with naturalistic sections, formal gardens, an arboretum and a Victorian palm house. St Stephens green (28 min)
Park, garden, and monument Trinity College Dublin (28 min)
47-acre university with Georgian buildings, known for its humanities, science & medical programs. National Gallery of Ireland (28 min)
Grand collection of European art spanning the 14th to the 20th-century covering all major schools. Dublin Castle (22 min)
Historic site, dating from 1204, with 2 museums, cafes and gardens, plus state rooms and a library. Guinness Storehouse (21 min)
Brewery experience telling the tale of Ireland's famous beer, with tastings and a rooftop bar. St Patrick's Cathedral (22 min)
The Church of Ireland's national cathedral, dating from 1220, with lunchtime musical recitals. Kilmainham Gaol (16 min)
Prison museum where many of Ireland's political prisoners were incarcerated, tortured and executed. The Spire (25 min)
This towering cone-shaped monument is known for its minimalist elegance & reflective steel surface. Jameson Distillery Bow St. (19 min)
Expert guides tell the story of Jameson in a recreated distillery scene with tastings and dining. | 
