The award-winning Merrion Hotel is located in the heart of Dublin standing directly opposite Government Buildings making it perfect for both business and pleasure travellers. The epitome of relaxed grandeur, this exquisitely restored historical property shares the neighbourhood with the National Gallery and the National Museum of Ireland and retains many of its original Georgian features providing an elegant and spacious haven just a short walk from all the major cultural shopping and sporting venues. At the 5 Star Merrion Hotel, excellent service is combined with convenient location, fine dining, and 123 spacious guestrooms with modern amenities. Getting to the Hotel: Dublin Airport is 13 km from the Hotel. The hotel can be reached by Aircoach which is a comfortable public coach, or guests can take a regular taxi found at the busy taxi rank at Dublin airport arrivals. Local Tips: 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. Enjoy historical Georgian elegance in the heart of Dublin! FACILITIES:Dining: The Merrion is booked as Room Only accommodation with an option for Bed and Breakfast. Two top class restaurants grace the Merrion: The Cellar Restaurant which offers simple Irish cuisine expertly executed, and the renowned Restaurant Patrick Guilbaud with its 2 Michelin stars offers more formal gourmet dining. Bars include the Cellar Bar set in the original 18th Century wine vaults and the intimate cocktail bar, No. 23.  The Drawing Rooms boast open log fires and are perfect for Afternoon Tea any time of year. When the weather permits, guests can relax out on the Garden Terrace. Activities: The hotel has a beautiful 18m infinity swimming pool set in French limestone at the Tethra Spa. The SPA offers a steam room and luxurious spa treatment areas and a comprehensive choice of body care and beauty spa treatments. Be sure to enjoy the Gym fully equipped with the latest cardio vascular machines, audiovisual equipment, free weights and a highly effective personal training service! For the Kids: Miss & Master Merrion amenities await younger guests on arrival, including kiddies bathrobes and slippers. Children can avail of the swimming pool, 'mocktails' from the bars and can enjoy specially created kids menus in The Cellar Restaurant and Room Service. Additional: 24 hour reception, multilingual staff, currency exchange, Concierge, Porter, baggage hold, shoe shine, turndown service, non-smoking rooms, elevator, doctor on call, non-smoking throughout, disabled facilities, business services, wedding services, safe deposit box, late check-out (on request), wake-up calls, underground valet car parking facilities for residents at an overnight charge of €20.