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The Merrion Hotel, Dublin, Ireland Vacations, Honeymoons and Luxury Travel Packages Dublin, Ireland   Welcome to www.merrionhotel.com, a website that we hope will provide plenty of information and inspiration for those keen to experience Dublin's most luxurious five star hotel. 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. We are delighted to have received many prestigious awards and accolades over recent years and we hope our guests appreciate what we feel is at the cornerstone of our success - excelling in the art of hospitality. The Merrion Hotel Accommodations Bedrooms and Suites 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. The Penthouse  The Merrion, has recently opened the doors of its exclusive Penthouse. With views over the Dublin skyline, The Merrion Penthouse provides unparalleled security and privacy, whilst offering the luxurious five-star comfort, services and facilities for which The Merrion has become legendary. The Merrion Penthouse provides a living space of approximately 2,800 sq ft split across two floors and a separate 1,000sq ft rooftop terrace complete with cedarwood hot tub. Aidan Cavey, one of Irelands leading interior designers, has utilized fabrics and furnishings from some of the world's most exclusive design houses to provide an interior that is calm, luxurious and elegantly welcoming. The Merrion penthouse comprises of two bedrooms, each with an ensuite Italian Carerra Marble bathroom. An elegant staircase leads to the beautifully furnished top floor, with an open-plan living space, state of the art entertainment area with surround-sound audio and TV and a dining area offering spectacular views over Dublin and the hotel gardens below. A further room off the main living area can be used as a study, private meeting room, gymnasium or as accommodation for security personnel if required. To ensure maximum privacy, the Merrion Penthouse faces the hotel's interior garden and is surrounded on all sides by subtle fencing, potted bay trees and box hedges. Bedrooms  Classically elegant rooms in the contemporary Garden Wing of The Merrion Hotel overlook the box hedges and lush flowerbeds of the landscaped period Gardens. There are echoes of gracious Georgian style in the authentic design of the fabrics selected for each room and in the exquisite detail of the furniture. These hints of timeless luxury are complimented by the best in modern living such as crisp Frette linen, unique Irish fabrics and exclusive Kenneth Turner amenities. The opulent Italian marble bathrooms are equally stylish, spacious and excellently appointed. Suites  Behind the doors that line the corridors of The Merrion Hotel, original rooms and suites capture the grandeur of the Georgian era coupled with the finest modern amenities. Some suites are vaulted with delicate rococo plasterwork ceilings; others are graced with magnificent original marble fireplaces. Stunning flowers, antiques, paintings and object d'art can be found throughout and all enjoy the atmosphere of luxury that Lord Monck extended to his guests over 230 years ago. The epitome of contemporary comfort in stunning, elegant surroundings. Bathrooms  The Merrion Hotel boasts the most spectacular bathrooms in Dublin. Each is spacious and well appointed with separate power showers and bathtubs.
 While The Merrion is the epitome of period Georgian living, this grandeur and elegance is enhanced with the most advanced technology offering guests efficiency as well as style and comfort. No matter what your IT requirements are, The Merrion Front Office Team are always on hand to assist you.
The Merrion Hotel Restaurants The Merrion Hotel offers its guests a choice of two restaurants, The Cellar Restaurant and the renowned Restaurant Patrick Guilbaud, Dublin's most award winning and acclaimed restaurant. Bars include The Cellar Bar set in the original wine vaults and the intimate cocktail bar, No. 23 No. 23 The secluded, intimate No 23 cocktail bar has the calm ambiance of a private club, offering the perfect surroundings for guests to enjoy a "Cosmopolitan" cocktail, a glass of delicious Champagne or sample our exclusive wine Chateau de Fieuzal! Surrounded by stunning works of art, our guests can savour Irish warmth at its best. Accompanied by delicious canapés, our cocktails and our Whiskey tasting selection are renowned in this bustling capital city. No 23 offers a world-class selection of brandies and cigars for after dinner drinks along with seasonal specials for those in search of an exciting new twist. No 23 provides a peaceful, intimate setting in which to create everlasting memories of Dublin. The Cellar Bar  A warm welcome always awaits in The Cellar Bar. Located in the original 18th Century wine vaults, with its bare bricked walls and vaulted ceilings, The Cellar Bar is an intrinsic part of Dublin's vibrant social scene. The Cellar Bar features fifty carefully selected vintages, available by the glass. Furthermore, to complement the extensive wine offering, executive chef, Ed Cooney, has devised mouthwatering lunch and evening menus prepared simply with plenty of Merrion style. Try signature dishes including Charcuterie, Foie Gras Parfait and Salmon Fishcakes. The Cellar Restaurant  The Cellar Restaurant at The Merrion Hotel received the 'Best Hotel Restaurant in Dublin' award at the coveted Food and Wine Magazine Restaurant of the Year Awards 2005. Dedicated to delivering the finest, seasonal Irish ingredients, whilst providing atmosphere, superb service, reasonable prices and most of all, good simple pleasure. The Cellar Restaurant offers diners a variety of options: two and three course table d'hote menus at lunchtime as well as A la Carte choice in the evening. The restaurant is a popular choice with hotel guests and Dubliners alike. Enliven hungry taste buds every Sunday morning with The Cellar's renowned brunch, served from 12.30 - 2.30pm. Delicious food, cocktails and newspapers, and a dedicated kiddies corner with a selection of videos, toys and colouring books, it's an event not to be missed. Restaurant Patrick Guilbaud  Ireland's most award winning restaurant, Restaurant Patrick Guilbaud, is situated in the stunning surroundings of The Merrion Hotel with magnificent views overlooking The Merrion's delightful gardens. Patrick Guilbaud's pursuit of perfection is noticeable in the delicious, immaculately presented dishes prepared from the finest Irish ingredients. Service is equally meticulous, combining efficient French decorum with discreet Irish charm. The Drawing Rooms  Overlooking and giving access to the larger of the two period gardens, these rooms feature spectacular decorative plasterwork on the ceilings, and impressive carved doorcases. Subtle colours, rich silks and faded linens, in period designs, blend sympathetically with antiques, specially commission pieces of furniture and priceless paintings from the hotels private art collection. Here, guests can relax in the charming, comfortable ambience whilst indulging in Afternoon Tea or light refreshments. The Terrace  In temperate conditions, The Garden Terrace at The Merrion Hotel is available for al fresco socialising and dining in an enviable location. Light lunches, afternoon tea and an effervescent Champagne bar can be all savoured at canopied tables (heaters are also on hand in case of evening inclemency) - a great spot to meet or make friends while in Dublin. Gardens are magical places and The Merrion's Terrace Garden is no exception. Whether sampling strawberries from Executive Head Chef Ed Cooney's special summer menu, or savouring a glass of delicious Champagne, you are sure to find The Terrace a memorable spot. The Merrion Hotel Spa Located in the heart of The Merrion Hotel, The Tethra Spa is Dublin's most refined retreat. A place to unwind, restore and to invigorate the body and mind. Surrounded by gentle interiors, technologically advanced fitness equipment, an expansive infinity swimming pool, steam room and luxurious treatment areas, The Tethra Spa brings relaxation, well being and fitness to the fore. The Tethra Spa is available to guests and to a limited number of members only, so there is always plenty of space to unwind. For the softest towels to the toughest training, The Tethra Spa awaits... Fitness Facilities  A beautiful 18m swimming pool set in French limestone is the focal point of The Tethra Spa at The Merrion Hotel. The efficient gym is fully equipped with the latest cardio vascular machines, audiovisual equipment, free weights and a highly effective personal training service. A luxurious Italian marble steam room awaits for total relaxation after a strenuous workout. Treatments at The Tethra Spa  The Tethra Spa offers a comprehensive choice of bodycare and beauty treatments using exclusive E'SPA products. The range combines the therapeutic benefits of spa treatments and Aromatherapy, designed to help each individual to maximise their own potential and to balance the mind and body. Private Dining  Behind the refined exterior, The Merrion has revived a 200-year-old tradition of gracious living amidst elegant surroundings. Each of the six private dining rooms is decorated in suitable grand style, using rich 18th Century colours and fabrics. Great care has been taken to retain all the architectural features for which Georgian Dublin is so famous - intricate plasterwork, high ceilings and large windows. Flowers, candlelight, shining silver and the finest Irish linen complete the picture. Menus are individually tailored using the finest ingredients and prepared in the most discerning style, tantalising the eye as much as the palate. The accompanying wine list is selected from the hotel's original vaults - ensuring an exquisite evening. Managed by a dedicated team of Event Co-ordinators, the unobtrusive service is as impressive as the exquisite Rococo plasterwork above you. The Merrion Hotel Meetings  Located in the former home of the 1st Duke of Wellington, The Merrion offers the most impressive rooms available in Dublin for important business meetings. Here, you will find a perfect harmony of 21st century technology with 18th century luxury to create a unique corporate setting. All rooms have a full range of audio visual aids including points for microphones, wireless internet access and high speed broadband, remote controlled video and TV, slide projectors and screens, dimmer controlled lighting and black out blinds. In addition, each room has the added benefit of natural daylight, ornate high ceilings and large sash windows and all rooms have their own separate entrance and lobby. Designed to be used separately or in combination, the salons vary in size and décor, from The Wellington and Wellesley which can hold up to 60 people theatre style to The Dangan, Waterloo and Pembroke with a capacity of 12 for an exclusive board meeting. Events  The Merrion offers six magnificent private dining and meetings rooms which have been carefully restored to their former 18th Century glory. Located in the former home of the 1st Duke of Wellington, these rooms can hold up to 100 people for a reception or 50 for a private dinner or meeting. These splendid rooms offer their own separate entrance and reception lobby. From the soft gleam of heavy silver to the crisp folds of starched linen, here the elusive grandeur of service always shines through. Themed Events The Merrion, offers our guests a wealth of unique concepts for Incentive Themed Events. Our six private dining rooms offer guests the opportunity to step back in time and dine like a Georgian Lord, a French artisan, an Italian Count, Asian prince or a member of Ireland's historic landed gentry. Concierge The Merrion Hotel is excellently positioned for all those who wish to sample the best Dublin. Situated on Merrion Street, opposite Government Buildings and The National Gallery, the hotel is just a leisurely stroll away from the city's bustling commercial and shopping districts as well as the Georgian splendour of Merrion Square. The Merrion Hotel has a myriad of shops, bars and restaurants close by and boasts easy access to the capital's best museums and art galleries. Our Concierge Team is on hand to suggest suitable itineraries, make reservations and handle transfers for our guests. In advance of your visit to Dublin, here are some of their favourite recommendations for ways to fill your leisure time in the city. Top Tables In recent years, Dublin has become quite a gourmet capital, gathering inspiration from home and abroad and combining the freshest local ingredients in a whole variety of ways. The Merrion offers the choice of two Restaurants - the informal Cellar Restaurant or Restaurant Patrick Guilbaud regarded as Dublin's finest by many. Within walking distance of The Merrion guests can also enjoy a quite exceptional choice of outstanding eating houses ranging from Classical, French and Italian to American Style cuisine, Japanese, Chinese and Thai. Shopping  When shopping in Dublin, look out for antique silver, crisp linens, cut crystal and some incredibly stylish contemporary fashion. Grafton Street, Dublin's main shopping district is within walking distance of The Hotel. This is where you'll find Brown Thomas, the exclusive department store that radiates cosmopolitan chic and houses world renowned fashion labels. For Exclusive designs, Louise Kennedy's very special town house salon is on Merrion Square is just minutes from The Merrion while,The Kilkenny Store on nearby Nassau Street is possibly the best source of Ireland's finest fashion and craft. Golf  Golfing enthusiasts staying at The Merrion have the opportunity of taking advantage of Ireland's many fantastic golf courses - from historic links to manicured parklands. Whatever one's preference, nowhere will the golfer find such a high density of wonderful golf challenges. Our Concierge Team will be delighted to assist guests in organising tee off times however, please note that since these golf courses are in such high demand, prior booking is essential. Save time, money and stress! For reservations: Fill out the vacation planner to be contacted by our Ireland vacation specialist. Contact : Travelwizard.com Phone: 1-800-330-8820 or 1-415-446-5252 VH
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