Some of Dublin's best pubs, night spots, restaurants, and quaint shops are located in the Temple Bar District, south of the River Liffey in the city center. The area is bounded roughly by the River Liffey on the north, Dame Street on the south, the Bank of Ireland on the east, and Christ Church Cathedral on the west. Lodging in the area can be a mixed blessing as visitors are in the heart of all of the action, although the area can be noisy at night, particularly along Fleet Street, when many of the Irish pubs are at full capacity. Visitors can find a wide range of hotels in the area, from budget accommodations to comfortable boutique offerings.
- Temple Bar Hotel
Located on Fleet Street near the O'Connell Bridge, the Temple Bar Hotel is a favorite among business travelers because of its executive rooms plus conference and banquet facilities. The property has 126 ensuite rooms spread out over four floors, each with wireless Internet access, flat screen televisions with cable, telephone and voicemail, tea and coffee making facilities, and room service. Guests can dine on Irish specialties in the Terrace Restaurant or relax in the hotel's two bars. Laundry facilities and a currency exchange are also available. - Fleet Street Hotel
Located on the western edge of Temple Bar, the Fleet Street Hotel offers clean and serviceable rooms for a budget price. Although the facility does not have a restaurant on site, guests can opt for an Irish breakfast in the lobby for an additional price, while a number of restaurants, including the Hard Rock Cafe, are within walking distance. All rooms have ensuite facilities with shower, satellite television, direct dial telephone, and high-speed Internet access. The hotel also has a 24-hour front desk and an elevator to all floors. - The Arlington Hotel O'Connell Bridge
Ideal for business and leisure travelers, the Arlington Hotel is located just across the River Liffey from Temple Bar and just minutes away from entertainment options like the Abbey and Ambassador theaters as well as business destinations like the Financial Services Authority of Ireland. Bus and tram services stop right outside of the hotel, providing convenient access to Dublin International Airport. Each room features television, tea and coffee, a writing desk, and wireless Internet access. The Knights bistro features traditional Irish fare three times daily. - Eliza Lodge
Overlooking the River Liffey, Eliza Lodge is a small guesthouse that offers modern, luxury accommodations with gorgeous views, all for a budget price. One of Dublin's best eateries, the Italian Corner Restaurant, located on the ground floor, offers a wide variety of meat, seafood, and pasta dishes. Each room features natural wood, orthopaedic beds, hospitality tray, free Wi-Fi, and ensuite facilities. - Paramount Hotel
This boutique facility offers 64 rooms decorated in a 1930s theme with flat-screen televisions, safe, work desk, and free Wi-Fi. Guests can enjoy a bar menu and drinks at the Turks Head Bar with its Spanish architecture.
