Saturday, November 12, 2011

The Clarence Hotel  Good, 7.9/10

6-8 Wellington Quay, D2 Dublin

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Owned by Bono and The Edge of U2, The Clarence boasts sumptuous rooms with super king-size, wrought-iron beds and velvet drapes. On the River Liffey, the hotel is situated right in central Dublin.
Each individually designed room features custom-designed and hand-crafted furnishings, and stained glass bedside lamps. There is free Wi-Fi in all rooms, along with American White Oak floors and a private bathroom with limestone floors.
There is a modern fitness room in the hotel, which provides cardio machines, towels, and a water machine. There is a drinks fridge and a wall-mounted TV for guests. The hotel’s Therapy area offers a range of relaxing massages and aromatherapy treatments.
The Tea Room Restaurant is set within the hotel’s original ballroom, and features a 20-foot high ceiling. It serves fine cuisine by its 2 AA Rosette chef, as well as afternoon teas. The Octagon Bar serves award-winning drinks and cocktails in Art Deco surroundings.
Dublin’s lively Temple Bar District is just a 2-minute walk from The Clarence, while O’Connell Street and Grafton Street are both a 10 minute walk away. Trinity College and Dublin Castle are less than a 10 minute walk from the hotel.

Hotel Rooms: 49