Hotel Information: The Ashling is a late 19th-century hotel with 1960s façade and a small lobby area with 1920s-themed decor, incorporating brick-red and gold striped wallpaper and a mahogany fireplace. Business guests hold impromptu meetings in the lounge area, while tourists browse the leaflets on the information desk. The 1920s decor scheme is continued throughout corridors and public areas.

Amenity highlights: The intimate bar adopts a predominantly classical theme, with Greco-Roman printed fabrics and framed prints, and Art Deco-style illuminated stained glass. Coffee and pastries are served in the morning, with draught beer and bar food available all day. Full Irish breakfasts, carvery lunches and bistro fare such as Minute Steak and Pasta Carbonara are served in the Cobblestones dining room. Coin-operated Internet access is available in the lounge.

Insider tip: The 1,752-acre Phoenix Park, the nearest point of which is 300 metres from the hotel, is Dublin’s largest open space and incorporates both a zoo and the official residence of the President of Ireland. Free guided tours of this grand 18th-century building take place every Saturday; tickets are available on the day from the Phoenix Park Visitors’ Centre.

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Rooms

The Best Western Ashling Hotel, Dublin, has 150 guestrooms spread over three floors in the old building and five floors in the new wing. All feature summery decor in soft shades of yellow and green, with patterned curtains, brass fittings, and arched entrance halls. Furnishings are cherry-wood or mahogany, and the walls are hung with Jazz Age-influenced art prints. All rooms come equipped with cable television, direct-dial phones, trouser presses and tea and coffee making facilities. Bathrooms feature marble-effect floor tiles, dark-wood panelling, polished granite counters, and chrome fittings, and include heated towel racks and Dove toiletries.

Room Amenities

• Cable/satellite TV
• Direct-dial phone
• Coffee/tea maker
• Wake-up calls
• Housekeeping
• Extra towels/bedding
• Turndown service
• Private bathroom
• Complimentary toiletries

• Hair dryer
• Shower/tub combination
• Makeup mirror
• Electronic/magnetic keys
• Trouser press
• Iron/ironing board (on request)
• Desk
• Window opens
• Cribs (infant beds) available

Renovation Notice

The older parts of the property will be undergoing renovation work from the 14th January 2008, lasting approximately twelve months. As a result, the hotel entrance will be moved to Montpelier Hill at the rear of Parkgate Street. Please contact the hotel directly for further information.

Recreation

Golfers will find several courses in the wider area, with the nearest one at Elmpark in Donnybrook, six kilometres away. Boat trips around the coastal islands of Skerries and Lambay depart from Custom House Quay in the docklands, 2.5 kilometres from the hotel.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or near the hotel; fees may apply.

• Golfing nearby
• Surfing/boogie boarding nearby

• Dock nearby
• Boat launch nearby
• Horse riding/rental nearby

Property Amenities

Those visiting on business can stay connected via wireless Internet access in all public areas, or log on at the coin-operated high-speed terminal in the lobby. Faxing, printing and photocopying services are available at reception. During fine weather guests of Best Western Ashling Hotel can relax among the potted plants on the rooftop patio. The hotel’s multi-storey garage provides complimentary secure parking facilities for up to 150 vehicles.

• Concierge services
• Bar/lounge
• Restaurant(s) in hotel
• Breakfast available (surcharge)
• Room service (24 hours)
• Parking (free)
• Banquet facilities
• Meeting rooms (small groups)
• Internet access in public areas - surcharge
• Business services
• Audio-visual equipment
• Number of rooms: 150
• 24-hour front desk
• Safe-deposit box - front desk
• Number of floors: 3,5
• Tour assistance
• Currency exchange
• Laundry facilities
• Dry cleaning service

• Ballroom(s)
• Fireplace in lobby
• Elevator/lift
• Computer rental
• Conference room(s)
• Event catering
• Gift shops or newsstand
• Internet access in public areas - high speed
• Internet access - wireless
• Limo or Town Car service available
• Medical assistance available
• Microwave in lobby
• Parking (secure)
• Parking garage
• Patio
• Porter/bellhop
• Shoe shine
• Suitable for children
• Supervised child care/activities
• Wedding services

Policies

Extra person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy.
Rollaways and cribs may be available and should be requested at the time of booking; fees may apply.
Photo identification and credit card or cash deposit are required upon check-in for incidental charges.
All special requests are subject to availability upon check-in.

• Pets not allowed (Guide Dogs only)
• Check-in time is 2 PM
• Check-out time is Noon

Dining

Cobblestones - Intimate restaurant split into three separate dining areas with cream, white and chocolate-brown walls, framed photographic prints and abstract, chapel-style stained-glass windows. Open for Irish buffet breakfasts and carvery lunches. Offers candlelit dining and a la carte or table d’hote menus of modern international and traditional Irish fare in the evening, including dishes such as Oriental Stir-fry, Molly Malone’s Chicken, and Baked Fillet of Salmon, accompanied by fresh market vegetables. Children’s menus also available.

Address

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Parkgate Street

Dublin, 8

Ireland

Nearest major airport:

Dublin, Ireland (DUB)

Area:

Dublin (and vicinity), Ireland