| refined rooms provide free wi-fi, flat-screen tvs and air-conditioning, as well as safes and plush armchairs. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 12:00 pm. adjacent to herbert park in the upmarket neighbourhood of ballsbridge, this modern hotel is within 11 minutes' walk of the rds arena, aviva stadium and dart trains. sleek suites feature high-end entertainment systems, balconies and marble bathrooms. room service is available. underground parking is available. in addition to a fitness centre, there's an airy restaurant offering classic fine dining, plus a casual bar and lounge serving afternoon tea. upgraded rooms have park views, complimentary mineral water and whirlpool baths
Dublin Airport 26 min
Dublin Castle (13 min)
Historic site, dating from 1204, with 2 museums, cafes and gardens, plus state rooms and a library. Dublin Zoo (20 min)
The largest zoo in Ireland has African Plain, Fringes of the Arctic and Asian Forests exhibits. Christ Church Cathedral (13 min)
Medieval place of worship with a mummified rat & cat plus a cafe & gift shop in the crypt. St Patrick's Cathedral (12 min)
The Church of Ireland's national cathedral, dating from 1220, with lunchtime musical recitals. Phoenix Park (19 min)
Deer roam forested areas filled with mature trees within this area known as 'Dublin's playground'. National Gallery of Ireland (6 min)
Grand collection of European art spanning the 14th to the 20th-century covering all major schools. National Botanic Gardens (21 min)
Large area with naturalistic sections, formal gardens, an arboretum and a Victorian palm house. Trinity College Dublin (11 min)
47-acre university with Georgian buildings, known for its humanities, science & medical programs. Jameson Distillery Bow St. (16 min)
Expert guides tell the story of Jameson in a recreated distillery scene with tastings and dining. St Stephens green (9 min)
Park, garden, and monument Kilmainham Gaol (19 min)
Prison museum where many of Ireland's political prisoners were incarcerated, tortured and executed. Ha'penny Bridge (12 min)
Refurbished 19th-century cast-iron span & city symbol, crossed by thousands of pedestrians daily. Guinness Storehouse (15 min)
Brewery experience telling the tale of Ireland's famous beer, with tastings and a rooftop bar. The Spire (13 min)
This towering cone-shaped monument is known for its minimalist elegance & reflective steel surface. The Little Museum of Dublin (9 min)
Museum chronicling remarkable changes to the lifestyles of Dubliners over the the last century. | 
