there's a funky bistro serving international fare, a vibrant bar with a patio area and live music at weekends, and a nightclub. overlooking bray head hill, this seafront hotel is a 2-minute walk from the signal arts centre, and a 7-minute walk from bray train station. self-catering apartments add cooking facilities. check-in time: 2:00 pmcheck-out time: 12:00 pm. other amenities include a function room. some feature exposed brick walls and sea views. the stylish, modern rooms have en suite bathrooms, free wifi and flat-screen tvs Dublin Airport 38 min
Guinness Storehouse (37 min) Brewery experience telling the tale of Ireland's famous beer, with tastings and a rooftop bar. Christ Church Cathedral (38 min) Medieval place of worship with a mummified rat & cat plus a cafe & gift shop in the crypt. National Gallery of Ireland (36 min) Grand collection of European art spanning the 14th to the 20th-century covering all major schools. St Patrick's Cathedral (38 min) The Church of Ireland's national cathedral, dating from 1220, with lunchtime musical recitals. Bray Head (10 min) Scenic hilltop with a cross installation, promenade & cliff walk & long-distance views of the bay. Dublin Castle (40 min) Historic site, dating from 1204, with 2 museums, cafes and gardens, plus state rooms and a library. The Little Museum of Dublin (35 min) Museum chronicling remarkable changes to the lifestyles of Dubliners over the the last century. The Spire (42 min) This towering cone-shaped monument is known for its minimalist elegance & reflective steel surface. Lough Tay (31 min) A popular view destination for hikers, this scenic, privately owned lake is surrounded by mountains. Ha'penny Bridge (42 min) Refurbished 19th-century cast-iron span & city symbol, crossed by thousands of pedestrians daily. St Stephens green (36 min) Park, garden, and monument Wicklow Mountains National Park (40 min) Mountainous national park of 50,000 acres with lakes, forest and well-maintained walking trails. Trinity College Dublin (40 min) 47-acre university with Georgian buildings, known for its humanities, science & medical programs. Powerscourt House & Gardens (20 min) 18th-century stately home and famous landscaped grounds, with themed gardens and a waterfall. Powerscourt Waterfall (20 min) 398-ft. waterfall in mountain foothill area with ancient trees, sika deer & rich birdlife. |