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Blakes Townhouse

CLOSED FOR REFURBISHMENT

One of Pat Halpin's small group of quality guesthouses, Blakes is very handily situated for anyone attending exhibitions in Dublin, as it's directly opposite the RDS, and offers an attractive alternative to hotel accommodation.

Comfortable bedrooms are well-equipped for business and professional travellers and executive rooms and four-poster suites also have whirlpool spa baths. A high level of service for a guesthouse - and, like all the Halpin establishments, very good breakfasts.

Drawing Room and room service menu available all day (selection of quality wines, from €25); 24 hour room service. Children welcome (under 3 free in parents' room. No pets. Complimentary use of nearby leisure centre (at Merrion Hall- see entry). Private parking. Rooms 32 (2 suites,10 executive, all no smoking). B&B €75 pps, ss€40; SC 10%. *Short breaks, including golf breaks, offered. Open all year. Amex, Diners, MasterCard, Visa, Laser.

Directions:

Opposite the RDS in Ballsbridge.