|
Right on Parnell Square the Hotel St. George was converted into a hotel in 1907. This Georgian mansion is close enough to the city center without costing guests a pot of gold. The Spire of Dublin, the Dublin Writer's Museum, O'Connell Bridge, and Trinity College are all within a 15-minute walk.
The St. George looks better much in person than it does in the washed-out brochure pictures. The lounge, which draws inspiration from the 18th century, is stunning, with red velvet couches, silk drapes, and heavy, dark-wood furniture.
The first and second floors and the lounge have wireless Internet access. But, honestly, the fantastic oak bar in the next room, with its own plush seating, is too much of a distraction for anyone to seriously cyber surf. The dimly lit, smoker-friendly ambience will help even the most tired tourist chill out and tap into his or her inner Ulysses.
The furnishings in the 53 high-ceilinged rooms aren't quite as grand as the common areas, but the amenities inside are more than satisfactory with art deco style nightstands and beds, thick drapes, and royal blue bedding. All rooms have a private bathrooms, some even have bathtubs.
|
