| set in a striking 1881 former school, this informal hotel is a 5-minute walk from both the rds main arena and sandymount station; it's 4. check-in time: 2:00 pmcheck-out time: 12:00 pm. the hotel has a cosy brasserie, a bar, a lounge and 4 private dining rooms. the warm rooms feature tvs, free wi-fi, and tea and coffeemaking facilities; some also have balconies. 3 km from downtown dublin. suites add lounges and have period-style furnishings and decor; 1 is set over 2 floors in an original victorian tower. there are meeting facilities and a grand banquet hall featuring oak-panelled walls, stained glass windows and a vaulted ceiling
Dublin Airport 24 min
Dublin Zoo (21 min)
The largest zoo in Ireland has African Plain, Fringes of the Arctic and Asian Forests exhibits. Kilmainham Gaol (20 min)
Prison museum where many of Ireland's political prisoners were incarcerated, tortured and executed. Dublin Castle (14 min)
Historic site, dating from 1204, with 2 museums, cafes and gardens, plus state rooms and a library. Trinity College Dublin (12 min)
47-acre university with Georgian buildings, known for its humanities, science & medical programs. Jameson Distillery Bow St. (17 min)
Expert guides tell the story of Jameson in a recreated distillery scene with tastings and dining. The Spire (14 min)
This towering cone-shaped monument is known for its minimalist elegance & reflective steel surface. Phoenix Park (20 min)
Deer roam forested areas filled with mature trees within this area known as 'Dublin's playground'. The Little Museum of Dublin (10 min)
Museum chronicling remarkable changes to the lifestyles of Dubliners over the the last century. National Gallery of Ireland (8 min)
Grand collection of European art spanning the 14th to the 20th-century covering all major schools. St Patrick's Cathedral (13 min)
The Church of Ireland's national cathedral, dating from 1220, with lunchtime musical recitals. National Botanic Gardens (22 min)
Large area with naturalistic sections, formal gardens, an arboretum and a Victorian palm house. Christ Church Cathedral (14 min)
Medieval place of worship with a mummified rat & cat plus a cafe & gift shop in the crypt. Ha'penny Bridge (13 min)
Refurbished 19th-century cast-iron span & city symbol, crossed by thousands of pedestrians daily. St Stephens green (10 min)
Park, garden, and monument Guinness Storehouse (16 min)
Brewery experience telling the tale of Ireland's famous beer, with tastings and a rooftop bar. | 
