Address: Upper Merrion Street, Dublin 2, Ireland

Description:
Since opening in 1997, The Merrion Hotel has established itself as the epitome of relaxed grandeur, welcoming Dubliners and visitors to the city with stunningly appointed rooms, crackling turf fires and a host of facilities.

Facilities:
Many of the classically elegant rooms in the contemporary Garden Wing overlook the box hedges and lush flowerbeds of the landscaped period Gardens.The Restoration of The Merrion demanded the highest standards and the designers' brief was both simple and clear - "To create a space with sensitivity to the 18th century heritage of the building, with light and airy bedrooms." As a result, the 122 guest rooms and 20 suites are the epitome of elegance and also supremely inviting and comfortable.The interior is designed using Irish fabrics and antiques to reflect the architecture and original interiors of the 18th Century Townhouses.

Location:
The Merrion stands directly opposite Government Buildings in the heart of Dublin city centre.The Merrion's location is surrounded by commerce and industry - business people coming to and from work as the city centre bustles with action. Weekends in contrast are peaceful. Horse-drawn carriages clip-clop past the Georgian railings of nearby Merrion Square, which are hung with the work of local exhibiting artists.

Close to:
On the doorstep is Upper Merrion Street, where Government Buildings, The National Gallery and The Natural History Museum are located. A short walk leads to the adjacent "golden mile" of lively pubs, shops and restaurants dotted around St. Stephen's Green. Grafton Street is a leisurely stroll away for all the latest designer shops.