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Visiting Dublin: Hotels And Tourist Attractions
December 2nd, 2009 by Matt Spock, under Travel and Leisure. No Comments
Christchurch Cathedral is a popular tourist attraction in Dublin city and there are a lot of hotels to stay in nearby.
Christchurch cathedral has had worshipers coming to it for nearly a thousand years now but whether you want to worship or just visit, this cathedral is a popular tourist attraction and a must see. You can get a guidebook to explain all the sacred items on display and there are annual events held here which welcome visitors.
Not only will you see the cathedral itself but you will be able to see a lot of historical monuments in the cathedral crypt which is in fact the city’s oldest surviving structure. This cathedral was founded in 1038 and is an attraction not to be missed.
One of the hotels in the area is the Morrison boutique style hotel which has just recently been refurbished. The rooms here are luxurious with Internet access, flat screen TVs, tea and coffee makers. The bathrooms are spacious and the suites come with a Apple Mac complete with LCD screens and wireless keyboard and mouse.
The Radisson Blu Royal Hotel is another popular choice of Dublin hotels for tourists to the area. Located in the heart of this city rich with historical tourist attractions, the Radisson is only a short walk from many of the city’s major attractions. Standard room amenities include flat panel TV, free broadband Internet access, and coffee and tea makers. You can choose from smoking or non smoking rooms and you can also request extra beds or baby cots. Perfect for the leisure or business traveler, the Radisson offers you a home away from home in the exciting city of Dublin.
When looking at some of Dublins tourist attractions you will want to put Christchurch cathedral on your list as its enriched in irish history so take a tour and a guidebook to help explain and show you around the grounds of this amazing place.
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Molly Malone is great tourist attraction for people visiting Dublin
November 13th, 2009 by Matt Spock, under Travel and Leisure. No Comments
One of the great sites in Dublin is Molly Malone. If you plan on visiting Molly Malone, you may want to stay at one of the nearby Dublin hotels.
Molly Malone is a famous statue located just opposite of Trinity College. There is a famous Molly Malone song that tells the legend of the fishmonger. Whether or not the song is based on an actual woman, legend has it that the beautiful young woman died from a fever. The statue was unveiled in’88 during the Dublin Millennium celebrations and some regard the song as an Irish anthem.
The Molly Malone Statue is just outside Trinity College, which you can also visit while in the area. Also nearby is Grafton Street, which is a famous pedestrian shopping street. These are just some of the many things to do and places to visit on your trip to Dublin.
Should you be looking for place to stay in the area, the Grafton Capital Hotel is one of the most centrally located of Dublin hotels. The Grafton Capital Hotel is just beside the Molly Malone statue, Trinity College and Grafton St. You will find comfortable rooms with all mod cons. The Hotel provides internet access in all public areas include the lobby. The contemporary designed rooms and comfortable beds in the Grafton Capital Hotel are just what’s required after a day of touring the city.
You will be able to avail of free internet access in the public areas of The Grafton Capital Hotel. Should you prefer to relax in your room; the comfortable and stylish interiors provide an ideal environment to wind down.
The O Callaghan Alexander Hotel is another popular choice of Dublin hotels for tourists to the area. This richly appointed hotel is within walking distance of many of the city’s prime attractions. Amenities include both wired and wireless broadband Internet, cable TV, coffee and tea maker, hair dryer, and ironing board. The hotel also offers 24 hour room service as well as 24 hour access to a state of the art gymnasium. Babysitting services are provided on request and there is also laundry service if needed.
The great thing about either of the mentioned Dublin hotels is that they are within walking distance of the main tourist attractions. Should you be interested in getting your photo taken with Molly Malone, seeing the Book of Kells, doing a spot of shopping or many visiting many other popular attractions, a central location is ideal.
No matter which of the Dublin hotels you choose to stay in while you are visiting the exciting city of Dublin, you will be greeted with warm hospitality and a comfortable place to lay your head. Whether you like to step out into the nightlife or would rather return to your room for an evening of rest and relaxation, Dublin offers all that visitors seek.
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