This redeveloped Edwardian property opposite the RDS is one of the small group of privately owned Halpin guesthouses; handy to the DART (suburban rail), it makes a good base for business or leisure.
New rooms have recently been completed, almost doubling the original accommodation, and all rooms are comfortably furnished with period furniture (some have 4-posters), fine original windows, TV, and bathrobes - and bathrooms are well-appointed, with in-bath jacuzzi and quality cosmetics.
There's a well-stocked library, a comfortable big drawing room, and a fine, airy, spacious, basement dining room and outside patio, with tables set up in summer. In common with other Halpin establishments, good breakfasts are served here - an attractive buffet and well-presented fry.
This is a very comfortable guest house and, although some rooms are susceptible to the late night/early morning rumble of the nearby DART, and jacuzzis in neighbouring bathrooms, it runs smoothly, without any sign of pressure from the extra rooms.
*Next door, Blakes Hotel & Spa recently opened following a rebuild/refurbishment.
Small conference/private parties (50/50); off-street parking at the back; garden; children welcome (under 2s free in parents' room, cots available free of charge). No pets. Rooms 34 (8 junior suites,10 executive, 4 family rooms, 4 ground floor, 2 for disabled, all no smoking). Lift. 24 hr room service. Turndown service. B&B €75 pps, ss €35. Drawing Room/room service menu available 7am-9pm daily; set D €20; house wine €25. Open all year. Amex, Diners, MasterCard, Visa.
