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Right in the heart of vibrant Temple Bar is this wonderfully restored Georgian townhouse, where every room has a fireplace and a brass bed. Bookings are on a self-catering basis, but if you get hungry, Monty's
Address: 25 EUSTACE STREET. | Tel: +353 (0)1 670 4733
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Housed in a listed building and only a drop kick from Temple Bar, Avalon House has rooms ranging from singles to 12-bed dorms. The hostel earns its eco-credentials too, buying “green” electricity and using solar energy. Their famous Bald Barista coffee shop is also renowned for serving up the best espresso in town.
Address: 55 AUNGIER STREET. | Tel: +353 (0)1 475 0001
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Since reopening last year, following a
glamorous revamp, this stylish hotel near
Heuston train station has become a citycentre
favourite. Take a room on the upper
fl oors to enjoy spectacular views across
Dublin. Rooms from €79.
Address: 10 PARKGATE STREET. | Tel: +353 (0)1 677 2324
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The trendy Templebar district has plenty of boutique hotels but this budget hotel trumps the more expensive competition with its friendly staff, great location and reasonable rates. Guests even get free entry into the hotel's popular nightclub.
Address: ANGLESEA STREET. | Tel: +353 (0)1 671 5622
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This city-centre bolthole is bursting with charm, character and, occasionally, political intrigue. The Dáil (Irish Parliament) is next door and the bar is popular with politicians and journalists alike.
Address: 23-27 MOLESWORTH STREET. | Tel: +353 (0)1 614 6500
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Dublin isn't cheap but this recently renovated three-star is well within most budgets. Rooms are stylish and surprisingly spacious, and its location
Address: CAMDEN STREET. | Tel: +353 (0)1 475 9666
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Aft er centuries of changing hands, one overthrow, one demolishment and one rebuilding, Clontarf Castle was reborn as an 111-room hotel in 1997. The outside oozes history, while the interior is all stylish modern furniture and vibrantly coloured rooms.
Address: CASTLE AVENUE. | Tel: +353 (0)1 833 2321
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An oasis of calm in Temple Bar, this stylish boutique hotel (pictured) is a favourite among fashionistas and musicians. Rooms are minimalist and chic while the funky cocktail bar is the perfect place to start
Address: 10 FLEET STREET. | Tel: +353 (0)1 643 7000