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WHAT’S NEW
IN DUBLIN?
2019
A Celebration of
Ireland’s Food and Drink
SEPTEMBER – NOVEMBER 2019
COLIEMORE HARBOUR, DALKEY
WWW.DISCOVERIRELAND.IE
/TASTE-THE-ISLAND
VISITOR ATTRACTIONS,
TOURS & ACTIVITIES
BEWLEY’S GRAFTON STREET
— CAFÉ TOUR
www.bewleys.com/ie/cafetour
Bewley’s is a family owned Irish company
with a long and fascinating history, DO DUBLIN
spanning over 175 years. They are now www.dodublin.ie
offering you a chance to experience this New Tour in Spanish
history first hand – with an in-depth tour of Exploring Dublin city means getting out
their stunning refurbished café on Grafton and interacting with the Dublin people,
Street. Today Bewley’s roast all of their famous for their friendliness, warm
coffees and blend teas in North Dublin for welcome and sense of humour. Do Dublin
the Irish market, with roasting facilities in have been helping visitors explore Dublin
the U.K. and U.S that serve markets locally since 1988 and now have a new tour
in these parts of the world. Tours at 9am, in Spanish. The tour guides are highly
10am and 11am on Saturdays. knowledgeable and will help you to
Do Dublin like a Dubliner!
Ghostbus Kids Tour now also available.
Aimed at children aged 10-14 and
combining educational stories and
interactive games, with plenty of laughter
and fun.
CHESTER BEATTY
www.chesterbeatty.ie
The Chester Beatty promotes the
appreciation and understanding of world
cultures with holdings of manuscripts, rare
books, and other treasures from Europe,
the Middle East, North Africa and Asia.
Two new exhibitions running until January
2020 include:
Thai Buddhist Tales - Stories along the
Path to Enlightenment
Step into the world of Thai Buddhist
heritage – the Chester Beatty preserves an
internationally important yet little known
collection of Buddhist manuscripts from
Thailand. Free Admission.
The Mystery of Mani EXPLORIUM
In 1929, seven papyrus books from the
lost Manichaean religion were discovered www.explorium.ie
in Egypt. Dated to c. 400 AD, these Ireland’s National Sport and Science
unique texts proved critical in deepening Centre located on Blackglen Road at
understanding of the Manichaean religion, the foothills of the Dublin mountains.
a once thriving, yet effectively suppressed Explorium is where fun, interaction and
faith. Founded by the prophet Mani in discovery come together combining the
the third century, Mani saw the world excitement of the playing field with the
as a combat between the forces of light analytics of the laboratory to produce
and dark. Ninety years on, this exhibition unique exhibits. Try making spiky
highlights the four books Beatty acquired, crystals out of magnetic liquid and create
and features international loans that have whirlpools. Explorium has something for
never before been on public display. everyone! A world-class sport science
Free Admission. centre that stimulates young minds.
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FABULOUS FOOD TRAILS
SUPPER CLUB
www.fabfoodtrails.ie JAM PARK IRISH MUSEUM OF MODERN
Fab Food Trails Supper Club is hosted ART (IMMA)
by food guide and culinary artist www.jam-park.com
Erica Drum at her home in Dublin city. Located in the suburban town of Swords, www.imma.ie
Spend the evening with Erica while just north of Dublin city centre, is Ireland’s Life above Everything: Lucian Freud
enjoying a cookery demonstration and first multi-experience destination venue. and Jack B. Yeats at IMMA
a contemporary three course meal. Just Jam Park has been described as an adult’s For the first time, this landmark exhibition
like the Fab Food Trails walks, the main playground where you can eat, drink, play examines the interconnections between
focus of the evening is on current Irish food and dance. renowned British artist Lucian Freud
trends and culture. Book a table at the rooftop eatery and (1922-2011) and one of the most important
The evening includes: choose from the wide range of activities figures in Irish art Jack B. Yeats (1871 –
A welcome drink, canapés, cookery available, including paradise disco, golf, 1957). This exhibition draws the work of
demonstration with Q & A, three course ping pong, singalong cinema, darts and these two stubbornly individual painters,
meal paired with wine/beer, traditional board games. The perfect venue for placing them side-by-side for the first time
digestif and recipe cards to take home. parties, group nights out or date nights. in 70 years. Runs until January 2020.
MOLI
www.moli.ie
The Museum of Literature Ireland (MoLI)
is a new addition to Dublin’s rich cultural
offering. Picturesquely located on the
southside of St. Stephen’s Green in one
of Dublin’s finest historic houses, MoLI
draws inspiration from the work of one
of Ireland’s most famous writers, James
Joyce. It celebrates Ireland’s internationally
renowned literary culture and heritage
IN OUR SHOES WALKING TOURS KOMBI TOURS from the past to the present.
– EXPLORE DUBLIN WITH www.kombitoursdublin.ie
The Museum of Literature features an array
LOCALS of activities and events, such as immersive
Take a tour around Dublin in a vintage multimedia exhibitions, priceless artefacts,
www.inourshoeswalkingtours.com 1970’s Volkswagen Kombi Bus. Tour lectures, performances, cutting- edge
At a leisurely pace, you will encounter all includes Dublin Castle, The Custom children’s education programmes, historic
the better-known sights as well as the House, St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Trinity house tours and digital broadcasting.
hidden gems of Dublin. With rare access College, Christ Church Cathedral, Research facilities and a café are also
to local stories – your guide will bring the Merrion Square, St.Stephen’s Green, housed in the museum, which is set in one
city to life with stories, yarns and local River Liffey, Phoenix Park, Liberty Lane, of the city’s most beautiful gardens. MoLI
knowledge. Includes a visit to Dublin’s O’Connell Street / GPO, George’s will open to the public at 5pm on Culture
famous antiques quarter. Street and Temple Bar. Night, Friday 20 September 2019.
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DUBLIN CASTLE
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DÚN LAOGHAIRE HARBOUR
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NATIONAL GALLERY OF
IRELAND
www.nationalgallery.ie
There are countless reasons to visit the
National Gallery and the Education Team
make sure there’s always something
new happening.
Sorolla: Spanish Master of Light
One of the most celebrated artists in his
native Spain, Joaquín Sorolla (1863–1923)
was referred to as the ‘master of light’. ST ANNE’S PARK GUIDED TOUR WINDMILL LANE RECORDING
See over fifty works spanning a prolific STUDIOS
career in the first exhibition of his paintings www.stanneswalk.com
in Ireland. Runs until 3 November 2019. Enjoy a guided 5km walk through St. www.windmilllanerecording.com
Tickets available online. Anne’s Park and discover its history since
1835. The park is situated between Raheny Have you ever wanted to step inside the
Bauhaus 100: The Print Portfolios
and Clontarf, suburbs on the northside creative world of your favourite recording
To celebrate the 100th anniversary of the
of Dublin. This historic estate owned by artist?
founding of the Bauhaus, the Gallery is
borrowing a complete set of four Bauhaus the Guinness family, became renowned Windmill Lane Recording Studios have
portfolios of prints from the Staatsgalerie throughout Ireland and Britain and was been capturing living music history since
in Stuttgart. The prints in this centenary visited by Queen Victoria on her official 1978. The extraordinary roll call of artists
exhibition, printed between 1922 and state visit to Ireland in 1900. the studios have hosted over the past
1924 at the State Bauhaus in Weimar, Also, in St Anne’s Park, is Dublin’s first 40 years is filled with some of the music
explore the visionary European artists ever community city farm! Open five days world’s most iconic names; U2, AC/DC,
associated with the Bauhaus and provide a week, the farm includes pigs, chickens, The Rolling Stones, Rod Stewart, The
an insight into the much larger Bauhaus goats, a guinea pig and even a pony Cranberries, Ed Sheeran, Kate Bush, The
phenomenon. Runs until 1 December 2019. named Moses. The farm also has raised Spice Girls, Van Morrison, Sinead O’Connor,
Free admission. beds, an herb garden and a wooden cabin. Kylie, Nile Rogers, Glen Hansard, Norah
Free to the public. Jones, Depeche Mode, Lady Gaga, New
Order and Hozier.
Behind the famous studio doors lies an
exclusive creative sanctuary rarely seen by
music fans. The Windmill Lane Recording
Studios Visitor Experience presents
guests with an exceptional opportunity to
understand the conception and production
of some of the most popular sounds and
music of the past 40 years.
NATIONAL LIBRARY OF
IRELAND
www.nli.ie
The National Library welcomes
visitors to free exhibitions in Dublin,
on Kildare Street; in Meeting House
Square, Temple Bar; and at the Bank of
Ireland Cultural and Heritage Centre,
Westmoreland Street.
Current and future exhibitions include:
• A Modern Eye: Helen Hooker
O’Malley’s Ireland – Meeting House
Square, Temple Bar.
• Seamus Heaney: Listen Now Again –
Bank of Ireland Cultural and Heritage
Centre, Westmoreland Street.
This exhibition takes visitors on a
multi-sensory journey from Seamus
Heaney’s origins through his remarkable
poetic career.
• World War Ireland: Exploring the Irish
Experience – 2/3 Kildare Street. World THE OLD LIFFEY FERRY
War Ireland focuses on the unique
aspects of the Irish WWI experience. www.oldliffeyferry.com
With original artefacts, first hand Dublin’s historic No.11 Liffey Ferry returned
personal accounts and eyewitness after a 35-year absence and will serve
testimony, the exhibition brings visitors members of the public crossing the river in
dramatically inside the lives of those the capital. It was relaunched following a
who experienced WWI. complete restoration in a project by Dublin
• Yeats: The Life and Works of William Port Company and Dublin City Council.
Butler Yeats – 7/8 Kildare Street. The Old Liffey Ferry service runs between
Literature, folklore, personal life, politics, the Cill Áirne pontoon, Sir John Rogerson’s
theatre, the occult – all of WB Yeats is Quay and 3Arena (The Point Depot)
here in our award-winning exhibition. pontoon, from 7am to 7pm - Monday to
Friday, all year round.
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BREWERY AND DISTILLERY EXPERIENCES
ROE & CO DISTILLERY
www.roeandcowhiskey.com TEELING WHISKEY DISTILLERY
The Roe & Co blend was crafted by Master
www.teelingwhiskey.com
Blender, Caroline Martin, who chose an
intense, fruity malt whiskey and smooth If you haven’t made a trip to Teeling
grain whiskies that have been slowly Whiskey Distillery, the fully operational
IRISH WHISKEY MUSEUM matured in Bourbon casks. The new distillery in the Liberties area of Dublin,
distillery boasts three unique copper stills now is the time!
www.irishwhiskeymuseum.ie and can run both triple distillation and Teeling Whiskey’s 24-year-old single
Whiskey Museum, Friday night karaoke! double distillation, under the talented eye malt has been crowned the ‘World’s Best
The Irish Whiskey Museum recently of Head Distiller Lora Hemy and her team. Single Malt’ at the 2019 World Whiskies
launched a karaoke night - but with an Visitors will be treated to an exploration of Awards. Teeling overcame competition
Irish twist. Choose from the Dubliners and the Roe & Co working distillery, located in from renowned whiskey industry leaders
Rory Gallagher to the Cranberries, U2 and the former Guinness Power Station in the from Scotland and Japan to take the
the Script! (With a few classic karaoke heart of Dublin’s buzzing Liberties district. number one prize for World’s Best Single
songs thrown in for good measure). Fun and flavour are at the centre of every Malt. Single Malt is considered the “gold
Every Friday, 9-11pm in McDonnell’s bar at aspect of the Roe & Co visitor experience, standard” of world whiskey due to its
the Irish Whiskey Museum. Bar open until which will transport guests on a journey production process as well as its character
11.30pm. of taste and discovery. Guests will enjoy and flavour profile.
The Irish Whiskey Museum Brunch a fully immersive 75-minute tour and get
offers samples of three Irish whiskeys, the chance to observe the operational live
followed by a brunch of Irish smoked distillery, hear the hum of production and
salmon, fresh bread and Irish Whiskey witness the copper pot stills and mash
Museum marmalade, handmade in Co. tun from an impressive elevated glass
Monaghan. Vegetarian option of Irish walkway.
smoked gubbeen cheese also available.
THE DUBLIN BREWERY AND
DISTILLERY TOUR
www.dublinbrewerytour.ie
The Dublin Brewery and Distillery Tour is
a unique attraction in Dublin. The Hop-on
Hop-off tour buses provide two fantastic
services.
1. Untold History Tour - what makes THE DUBLIN LIBERTIES
this tour unique is the untold history of DISTILLERY
RASCALS BREWERY the impact of the brewing and distilling
industry on Dublin. Themed buses will www.thedld.com
www.rascalsbrewing.com bring you around in style while giving you Dublin’s historic Liberties Distillery is
Rascals Brewery was founded in 2014 a helicopter view of the hidden history. the newest addition to Ireland’s thriving
and has brewed all kinds of wonderful 2. Shuttle to the sites - travel on board whiskey scene and is a stone’s throw from
beer, from Chardonnay Saisons to the Dublin Brewery and Distillery Tour to two of Dublin’s other distilleries – Teeling
Mint Choc Stouts to Strawberry Vanilla get from the city centre to and from the (Newmarket Square) and Pearse Lyons
Milkshake IPAs. main sites. With services every 45 minutes (James’s Street) – reinstating the ‘Golden
Two new tours are now available (regular the bus brings you direct to all the key Triangle’ of Dublin 8 from the 18th and
and premium) to provide a first-hand tour locations, including the Guinness 19th centuries, when The Liberties was
glimpse at the workings of the brewery, Storehouse, Teeling Whiskey Distillery, The the centre of brewing and distilling in
from the malt room to the brewhouse to Dublin Liberties Distillery, Roe & Co, Pearse Dublin, with the largest concentration of
the fermentation tanks. Lyons Distillery and Jameson Distillery. producers in Ireland.
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DUBLIN SNAPSHOT
52,264
Hotel/Guesthouse
B&B/Hostel Beds
in Dublin
24
Bridges cross
the River Liffey
HOTEL EXCELLENT
2 Major Sports
Stadia
5
Georgian Squares
56 Parks & Gardens
4 220
978
Nobel Prize
Winners
Restaurants
Visitor attractions16 Castles and
Cathedrals
24
Beaches
Pubs 745 1,347,359
Population of Dublin
750
Activity Providers
Voted one of the friendliest
cities in the world!
27 11 Theatres
Fáilte Ireland
supported
festivals and
events
in 2018
19
Distilleries & BreweriesGEORGE’S STREET ARCADE
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CAFÉS AND BARS
TASTE THE ISLAND BAR 1661 CHIMAC
www.bar1661.ie www.chimac.ie
www.failteireland.ie/taste-the-island
With Ireland’s ancient moonshine enjoying This Korean style chicken restaurant
Taste the Island is a celebration of Ireland’s newfound popularity in the cocktail bars of opened on Aungier Street in May this year.
food and drink - the showcase is designed London and New York, the latest addition Chimac comes from “chi”, short for “chikin”
to provide visitors with access to unique to Dublin’s cocktail scene comes in the plus “mac” from “maekju”, Korean for beer.
events, high quality local ingredients and form of a spirited hostelry taking its name
world-class authentic food and drink Chimac are proud to bring a taste of Seoul
from the year that Poitín was first banned to the heart of Dublin. Chimac also serve
experiences. here. The brainchild of Bán Poitín creator up frosé and Jinto, which is a frozen wine
A number of events will be taking place Dave Mulligan, Bar 1661 is dedicated to and grapefruit cocktail, perfect for a sunny
in Dublin and across the whole island the promotion of drinks native to Ireland, day in the city.
from September-November. Experiences serving beverages ranging from traditional
will include visits to food producers, pints of plain to cocktails containing the
distillers and brewers, food trails, food once illicit spirit. Forthcoming events at the
and drink festivals, participation in bar on Green Street include music sessions
traditional skills, opportunities to forage and tasty food pairings.
and fish, see farmers working in their
DAMASCUS GATE
unique lush landscape, or sit back and www.damascusgate.ie
enjoy the best modern Irish cuisine in BOWLS BY KWANGHI Specialising in Syrian and Lebanese
traditional pubs, cafés, restaurants, city
www.bowls.ie cuisine, Damascus Gate on Camden Street
bistros and Michelin-starred dining - the
opened another branch in Terenure.
choice is endless. Located on Marlborough Street, this
restaurant is inspired from the streets of
Hong Kong. Each bowl has been inspired
GOOD FOOD IRELAND and thoughtfully crafted to represent
the unique and diverse flavours of the ELEPHANT AND CASTLE
www.goodfoodireland.ie Southeast of Asia. Taste their take on Asia’s
Flavours one bowl at a time. www.elephantandcastle.ie/rathmines
Good Food Ireland Experiences - bookable
food and drink experiences throughout the Elephant and Castle opened their second
island of Ireland. restaurant in December 2018. This new
The new online service available on
CAFÉ 1920 restaurant in the inner suburb of Rathmines
has the same delicious menu as the Temple
the Good Food Ireland website allows www.cafe1920.ie Bar restaurant, (including their famous
food lovers to browse experiences by chicken wings!), and a relaxed but warm,
Café 1920 is one of Dublin’s newest
date, destination or simply by the food buzzing atmosphere.
restaurants, situated on Westmoreland
experience they would like to explore.
Street. It’s the kind of place you will lose
Perfect for anyone planning a staycation
yourself in and forget the hustle and
or simply looking to check out the foodie
bustle of city life. A huge range of food is
scene around Dublin.
available, from brunch to light bites and FRANK'S
more substantial dinner choices.
www.franksdublin.com
New restaurant Frank’s, on Camden
Street, is from Darren Free, the chef turned
restaurateur who also owns Delahunt, on
the same street.
Frank’s is a one-room restaurant and wine
bar, with a 20-seat communal dining table
with a casual menu of snacks, four main
courses, desserts and cheese.
GERTRUDE
www.gertrude.ie
Contemporary café located on Pearse
Street with coffee tasting and brewing
classes, turning out cakes, sandwiches
and soups.
GIGI
www.gigiranelagh.ie
Gigi is situated in the heart of Ranelagh
village, Dublin 6. The restaurant is run
by duo Giorgio & Giorgio, hence the
name Gigi. Gigi serves authentic Italian
staple food letting their produce take
centre stage.
They welcome all guests to relax, unwind,
enjoy, and above all have fun in the
“Piccolo” Dining Room.
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www.grano.ie www.potager.ie www.varietyjones.ie
Grano in Stoneybatter on the north This restaurant in Skerries on the Dublin This restaurant located in The Liberties
side of the city, combines fresh natural coast, serves modern Irish seasonal food area of the city, is described as ‘Modern
ingredients, farmed using organic and the menus are built around Irish Irish’ by the chef. The menu is full of
and biodynamic techniques to create producers and their ingredients. The dishes designed to be shared family
contemporary Italian food. By sourcing restaurant has a warm, relaxed style, style, allowing diners to mix and match
ingredients from small Italian food offering great food in a unique setting. whatever tickles their fancy.
and wine producers, their mission is to The sommelier developed a wine list
contribute to the preservation of local focusing on minimal intervention wines
food cultures and the revival of ancient RITA'S from small producers. Food and wine
cultivation techniques. pairings will also be a feature on the
www.ritas.ie
menu.
Rita’s pizza restaurant opened its doors
LEON earlier this year. Just a couple of doors
down from the Ranelagh Luas stop, it WING IT
www.leon.co/ie couldn’t be easier to get to. A must try
UK restaurant chain Leon opened its first for anyone on a Dublin pizza trail. www.facebook.com/wingit.ie
Irish outlet in Temple Bar in May. Leon, This popular restaurant in Tallaght has
which describes itself as the ‘naturally fast also opened a restaurant on George’s
food brand’ also plans to open another SHELBOURNE SOCIAL Street in Dublin city centre. The menu
outlet later this year. The restaurant group features three types of wings - regular,
has 63 outlets worldwide with over 50 www.shelbournesocial.com
boneless and even vegan (made from
around the UK, as well as restaurants in Shelbourne Social is the latest restaurant wheat protein by Moodley Manor) with 16
Norway, the Netherlands and the US. from Dylan McGrath and his business different flavours, including medium and
partner Vincent Melinn, who also have spicy buffalo, Teeling whiskey, BBQ and
the South Great George’s Street-based mango habanero. They also do burgers,
Rustic Stone, Taste at Rustic, Bonsai ‘loaded fries’ and nachos.
Bar, and nearby, Fade Street Social. A
LIATH contemporary restaurant offering relaxed
www.liathrestaurant.com and informal stylish dining.
Liath restaurant in Blackrock is an
expression of new Irish cuisine that THE VIRGIN MARY
focuses on showcasing the island’s
special and unique ingredients from www.thevirginmarybar.com
both its land and sea. Expect dishes
Ireland’s first non-alcoholic bar. The decor
including pigeon, mackerel, eel,
of this bar on Capel Street is inspired
cabbage, and rhubarb.
by a “Dutch pharmacy” – and is akin to
many high-end bars popping up around
the capital. There’s wine, beer, cocktails
LOST LANE and even champagne on the menu - but
without the booze.
www.lostlane.ie
Lost Lane is a new bar and live music
venue located on Grafton Street, on the
site of where Dublin nightclub Lillie’s
Bordello used to be.
Music lovers can expect artists spanning
a diverse range of acts from across the
Irish and international music scene, and
genres from rock and indie, to jazz and
trad bands.
OLD POST OFFICE
www.oldpostofficeblackrock.ie
The Old Post Office in Blackrock,
Dublin has reopened as a Chinese
restaurant. Unlike traditional Chinese
restaurants, it will exclusively focus on
Sichuan dishes ranging from Sichuan-
spiced steamed whole black sole with
ginger and scallion, to Irish king scallop
Gung Bao.
ONE SOCIETY
www.onesociety.ie
Wholesome food and speciality coffee is
the foundation of One Society. Serving
tasty, healthy and simple food, it’s the
perfect place to enjoy breakfast, brunch,
lunch, evening pizza, wine and beer. The
restaurant on Lower Gardiner Street was
included in the Irish Independent’s Top 30
Brunches in Ireland. Check it out!
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MARLIN HOTEL THE HENDRICK THE WILDER
www.marlinhotel.ie www.hendrickdublin.ie
www.thewilder.ie
Brand new 300-bedroom hotel in Dublin The new venue in Smithfield includes
city centre. With a history of welcoming work from Irish and international artists. In The Wilder is a five-minute stroll from
guests and providing a truly wonderful addition to 259 works of art, The Hendrick St. Stephen’s Green, in the heart of
service for over 20 years, the new Marlin contains 146 rooms with self- check-in and fashionable Dublin 2.
Hotel truly is a home away from home. check-out technology. The building that has now evolved
“Style meets function” was the concept at to become The Wilder was originally
Curated by Irish street artist James
the forefront of the beautifully designed constructed circa 1878, during the
Earley, the exclusive art collection at The
hotel which is tucked away among Victorian era, the same period that
Hendrick celebrates the finest street
Aungier Street, St. Stephen’s Green and Oscar Wilde resided in Dublin. Its
artists working in Ireland today, shown
George’s Street. original use was a “Home for Retired
alongside some of the world’s greats.
Governesses” and there is also historical
A focal point in the ground floor lobby reference to it being a “Home for
and courtyard area is the installation Bewildered Women”.
RADISSON BLU ROYAL of a piece of street art from the iconic
Each of the 42 bedrooms are unique
HOTEL, GOLDEN LANE Windmill Lane Recording Studios signed
and sizes range from cosy rooms to
– NEW PENTHOUSE AND by all members of U2 during one of their
spacious suites.
recording sessions.
CONFERENCE CENTRE
www.radissonblu.com THE CLAYTON HOTEL,
A new penthouse will open in October THE MONT HOTEL CHARLEMONT
2019 on the 7th floor with a sit-down
capacity of 120 people. In October 2020, www.themonthotel.ie www.claytonhotelcharlemont.com
this venue will also have a brand-new New four-star Clayton Hotel Charlemont,
conference centre opening. The Mont Hotel, formerly The Mont Clare,
is a buzzing hub of activity and beautiful located at 36 and 37 Charlemont Street
designer bedrooms. by the banks of Dublin’s Grand Canal.
Located on Merrion Street, the hotel is Housed within the Clayton Hotel
SHORELINE HOTEL packed full of features to help guests get Charlemont are 187 guest bedrooms,
the most out of their stay. a fitness suite, six fully equipped meeting
www.shorelinehotel.ie rooms and two dining concepts –
Dublin’s fastest hotel WiFi (1GB), The Gaudens Restaurant and Lockside
Newly refurbished boutique hotel Sin Bin bar packed with craft beers and
in North County Dublin boasts 35 Bar/ Social. Gaudens Restaurant, named
artisan gins, Speranza wood fired pizza after sculptor Augustus Saint-Gaudens,
guestrooms with over half enjoying restaurant and a top-class gym are just a
stunning views of Lambay Island, who was born at 35 Charlemont Street,
few of the perks guests can enjoy. offers guests and visitors a restaurant
Howth Head and Irelands Eye.
option with views of the Grand Canal.
IN OTHER NEWS…
FREE NOW CLERYS QUARTER SHELBOURNE HOTEL ¤40M
DEVELOPMENT MAKEOVER
In April 2019, Fáilte Ireland announced a
partnership with mytaxi (rebranded as Clerys Quarter - a new mixed use Celebrating its 195th anniversary, Dublin’s
Free Now) as part of the Dublin Welcome development which will include a new 176 Shelbourne Hotel has undergone a
Programme. This programme is designed bedroom hotel, retail and office space ¤40m refurbishment. For the past two
to maximise every interaction with as well as new restaurants and bars - has generations, royalty, statesmen, artists,
tourists, by providing great experiences been launched in Dublin city centre. writers and legends of stage and screen
based on local knowledge. The development will see the restoration have made The Shelbourne their home
An online training course was developed, of the Clerys department store’s iconic away from home, from Princess Grace
which has been customised from Fáilte features, including its façade, internal of Monaco, to John F. Kennedy, Michael
Ireland’s highly successful Accredited staircases, columns and the famous Collins and Eamon De Valera, all of whom
Service Excellence Programme, which Clerys’ clock. Work will begin this year. have suites with enviable views of the
has been completed by over 500 tourism Green named after them.
related businesses nationally. Speaking about the refurbishment,
To date over 300 taxi drivers have General Manager of The Shelbourne, JP
completed the online training module, Kavanagh, told Food & Wine Magazine
which provides information on Dublin’s how exciting this phase is, “This Grand
main attractions and the importance of Dame keeps improving with age. The
local knowledge when welcoming visitors. 195th birthday of The Shelbourne is
turning out to be a really exciting year
for us, joining the Autograph Collection
and completing the final phase of our
extensive refurbishment. The Shelbourne
is looking better than ever.”
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