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Kilkenny Tourist Hostel is a cost effective way of spending a fabulous time in County Kilkenny. The hostel is located in the centre of downtown Kilkenny and is medium in size. The building of the hostel is a townhouse almost 260 years old with Georgian architecture that is mostly still remarkably intact. The hostel provides the city’s best budget accommodation without compromising on quality or service. The hostel provides valuable information to tourists on its notice boards like where to experience the best traditional music, how to get a free tour of Kilkenny Brewery and where to go if you are interested in watching a hurling match. A fully equipped kitchen is provided for the guests so they can cook their favourite meals. Linen is included in the price. Luggage storage and laundry facilities are provided. A comfortable sitting room with a burning fire is a nice place to mingle with the other guests. This is the only hostel in the city to be approved by the Irish Tourist Board and is a member of the Independent Holiday Hostels group.
February 6th, 2007
Cong Hostel is a nice place to stay in County Mayo without overshooting your budget. The hostel accommodation here consists of private and family rooms. Rooms have en-suite facility meaning no waiting in lines to use the bathrooms. A barbecue area is available to cook delicious grilled meat. Children are welcomed here and there’s even a playground to keep them busy and out of trouble. A mini cinema is present to entertain the guests with movies. A games room ensures that boredom does not become a fact of life for the guests while staying at this hostel. A kitchen and hot showers serve to make life easier for the guests here. Internet access is available to keep in touch with the rest of the world. Meals and camping facilities are available. Bikes can be hired for excursions to explore the beautiful sights and sounds of County Mayo.
February 2nd, 2007
If you’re fond of hostelling around Ireland, do give a try to the hostel of its kind, “Fisherstreet House Hostel”, known for its high-standard accommodation and auspicious services. It is nestling in the enchanting settings of Doolin. The house is fully equipped with the essentials meeting the needs of weary travellers. Its accommodation comprises of en suite bedrooms, spacious dinning room, TV lounge and kitchen. Each room is provided with TV, direct dial facility, baby-sitting service and tea/coffee making facilities. Its interior is decorated by the Ireland’s well-known designers. You will not feel isolated in its homely atmosphere. Ample space for parking is provided. Its conveniently accessible local attractions include fishing, golfing, pony trekking and touring etc.
February 1st, 2007
Trainor’s Hostel in Ballingarry Village is the perfect place to stay if you want to explore the rural countryside of County Limerick. This hostel is not open all year. You can book your accommodation here from March to September. The hostel has two private rooms and 30 beds for the accommodation needs of its guests. Parking and family rooms are also available. The usual fully equipped kitchen and common room can be found here. Linen is included in the price. Meals are available at reasonable prices. A bar allows guests to enjoy some fine drinks. The lounge offers a nice alternative to boredom in the form of some interesting reading selection.
February 1st, 2007
Traditional Farm Hostel in Portlaoise is the perfect way to spend a cost effective vacation in County Laois. The hostel accommodations meet the Official Irish Tourist Board standards. The hostel provides ten comfortable en-suite bedrooms with the capacity to accommodate a total of thirty five guests. Double, twin and family rooms are available. Approved camping and parking facilities are available. Rooms for people with disabilities or wheelchair can be arranged. Full Irish breakfast, continental breakfast and evening meals can be ordered. The evening meal is a full four course dinner and must be booked in advance to ensure availability.
January 31st, 2007
Cork International Youth Hostel is a great place to spend the vacation in Cork. This hostel features over 100 rooms with dormitories ranging from 2 beds to more than 7 beds. The rooms are en-suite with electronically locked doors. Bed linen and breakfast are included in the price. Kinlay House in Cork City is another fine hostel with clean accommodation facilities. The décor of this hostel is smart, the atmosphere is fun yet sensible and there’s a sense of security here that the guests will find to be very comforting. Light breakfast and luggage storage are included in the price. For a small price, guests can have full access to the gym and swimming pool at the Shandon Court Hotel next door. Internet café and in-house laundry service are available for the convenience of the guests.
January 25th, 2007
Are you a student? Or just travelling with limited resources? Do you need some cheap lodging but can not decide it yourself? Then let us do it for you. In fact, we have already done it for you. Our website enlists all hostels in Dublin and its outer edges. Choose the one you like. The ball is in your court now, have fun Browsing!
Dublin Hostels provide a wide option of in-hall laundry, fully set kitchen, common room with television, main lounge, internet facility and sometimes even a pool and video game room. So, fun and safety with a low cost! That’s all what we all look for. Dublin Hostels are located in all major areas; local buses are easily accessible, thus providing a safe and sound residence.
Residing in Hostels in Dublin is a good means to meet fascinating people, who are often on you same wave length. You’re expected to find trekkers from all over the world, and the ambience is very gracious and open as a rule. So if you are travelling on your tod, then hostel is a fine pick to linger in Dublin.
Hostels offer a great variety of choosing a room for one’s self. Whether you want, a private, twin, triple, four-bed room or a resident hall, Hostels have it all. Then again, they offer a great possibility to get together with other people, making them your friends, share each others experiences and ultimately having a great time on trip. Apart from providing residency to the backpackers, hostels furnish the needs of the students also.
Do not feel strange for staying in a Dublin hostel as they don’t provide accommodation to the young people only. Even though most of the people, staying in a Dublin hostel, are young but there are still many guests of average age. Dublin hostel are perhaps the finest place to stay if you are travelling on limited funds.
January 9th, 2007
Sheila’s Hostel in County Cork is a family-run budget hostel with excellent facilities. Bedrooms here can have up to 8 people living together. Most of them have showers en-suite.
Other features include:
- Common room with board games and magazines
- Dining room with capacity to seat 50 people
- Cinema room with plasma screen and free DVDs
- Coffee shop
- Wine bar
- Sauna room
- Garden
Instant online booking can be done for Sheila’s Hostel if you plan to visit County Cork.
November 28th, 2006
Otterholt Riverside Lodge with a majestic Georgian architecture, unforgettable breakfasts and stylishly comfortable bedrooms makes this a great place to stay in Carlow Town. You can make a reservation or send a booking request to this beautiful hotel from our website.
November 15th, 2006
ost of the Hostels in Dublin are situated at the central part of the city, provides reasonable temporary housing to the students or visitors on budget vacation. Dublin Hostels provide a wide option of in-hall laundry, fully set kitchen, common room with television, main lounge, internet facility and sometimes even a pool and video game room. So, fun and safety with a low cost! That’s all what we all look for. Dublin Hostels are located in all major areas; local buses are easily accessible, thus providing a safe and sound residence. On a budget vacation, stay at Dublin Hostels is highly recommendable, as it not only provides inexpensive lodging but also easy access to the city fun areas.
September 12th, 2006
Parts 1 and 2 of this article discussed factors such as your budget, and location that need to be considered when making a booking for your visit to Dublin and Ireland. Dublin is divided into 5 major divisions, namely Temple Bar (City Centre), North City Centre, South City Centre, North County and South County. The locations near the city centre are closest to the popular tourist attractions and also have the most popular pubs and restaurants. The areas further from the city centre are ideal for people who want some privacy, and who want to stay away from the busy life of the heart of the city.
When choosing an accommodation, you should also consider factors like the type of accommodation. Dublin offers a number of accommodation types, which include Hotels, Hostels, Guesthouses, Townhouses, Apartments, Bed and Breakfasts and Self Catering Apartments. These accommodation types are discussed in this part of the article.
Hotels Dublin has a chain of hotels each providing quality service in its arena. All these hotels cater to the needs of the clients and ensure that the guests feel at home with their staff and services. All hotels in Dublin have bars. For a list of hotels in Dublin, Ireland, visit DublinEvents.com
Hostels Hostels in Dublin are available to provide warm service and accommodation to both students and travellers. They provide economical and budget accommodation to backpackers or to those who are on budget vacation. Hostels also provide an ideal accommodation for students, and have the facility of letting you choose whether you want to have a separate room or are comfortable in sharing a large room with other people. A list of popular hostels in Dublin, Ireland is given at Dublin Events.
Guesthouses Dublin has a wide variety of top class guesthouses each competing in providing the true Irish welcome to its guests. They are one fine option to ponder about when considering accommodation in Dublin. Some guesthouses boast of traditional décor suitably coupled with all the latest modern amenities for perfect leisure and perfect relaxation for the business and leisure guest. Find some great Guesthouses in Dublin, Ireland and book your stay with them on your next visit.
Townhouses Dublin’s townhouses are rightly boasted of being the finest in the country as each provides services which are second to none. Majority of the townhouses are situated in the heart of Dublin making easy reach possible to the city attractions. For a list of Townhouses in Dublin, visit Dublin Events
Apartments Dublin’s traditional Victorian inspired large houses are being replaced by the contemporary lifestyles of living, where people are now acquiring and living in apartments. These apartments are not only compact, but also hold all the required essentials for both travellers and residents. Find all information about apartments and shared houses in Dublin, Ireland online.
Bed and Breakfasts Dublin Bed n’ Breakfasts offer Romantic Vacations, accommodations for Business Travellers, venue for meetings, reunions, weddings and have many more things in the offering. Each Bed n Breakfast accommodation has distinctive style, which adhere to the highest standards of excellence in accommodations, facilities, culinary delights, and guest services. You will experience some real top-quality Bed n Breakfast experience in this part of Europe. To get a list of some of the Bed and Breakfasts in Dublin, check online at DublinEvents.com
Self Catering Apartments Self Catering accommodation offers a wide selection of self-contained properties ranging from apartments, holiday cottages, apartments and other holiday complexes. They are available for rental over a short or long period, and provide tourists with comfort and privacy. These self-catering accommodations are available in different price ranges depending on the services they have in the offering. Dublin Events lists some of the self catering apartments and accommodation available for rent in Dublin, Ireland.
These articles will help you choose an appropriate choice for your stay in Dublin based on your budget options, area/location where you plan to stay and your selection of living. For more detailed information on availability and online booking facilities for accommodations in Dublin, visit DublinEvents.com. Our accommodations resource will help you pick the best deal for your visit. You will also find some special deals on hotels and other accommodations as well as hot deals, and accommodation for major events like the upcoming Ryder Cup. Online booking facility is also available so that you can book your accommodation well in advance.
July 21st, 2006
Part 1 of this article discussed several factors that need to be considered when making a booking for your visit to Dublin and Ireland. A number of 5 star hotels in Dublin offer first class services. For people looking for cheap accommodation, budget accommodation, 1 and 2 star accommodations are best suited for them. Superior and Deluxe accommodations are also available for booking for people looking for a little luxury and style, without making it expensive.
You should keep in mind your budget, the location where you will be staying and the type of accommodation you are looking for, when coming to Dublin, Ireland. This article discusses location of hotels and other accommodations that should be considered when making a booking.
Location:
Dublin is divided into 5 major divisions. When making a booking for your stay in Dublin City, you should make sure of the location you will be staying in. Some of the locations near the city centre are close to all the top tourist attractions and provide easy access to them. Most of the popular restaurants and pubs are also located close to the City Centre, which makes this area best suited for tourists and travellers.
Some of the areas away from the City Centre provide privacy, as they are away from the busy life of the heart of the city.
Temple Bar This area is also known as the City Centre, and is the heart of Dublin. Temple Bar has a lot of popular hotels, which offer an ideal location for travellers and visitors who prefer to stay in the heart of Dublin. A list of hotels in Dublin City Centre, Temple Bar are given at DublinEvents.com
North City Centre This is the area to the North of Temple Bar. It is ideal for people who want to live away from the hustle and bustle of the heart of the city, yet staying close to the City Centre, to avoid travelling costs. This area is also easily accessible from the Dublin Airport and Port. Find a list of hotels situated in North City Centre Dublin, Ireland here.
South City Centre This area is to the South of Dublin City Centre, mainly lying to the South of River Liffey. This is again suited for people who want some privacy, away from the heart of the city, yet being close to the main tourist attractions. This area is mainly a residential area and is home to some great hotels and restaurants. A list of Hotels in South City Centre Dublin can be found at DublinEvents.com
North County The area of North County Dublin has the Dublin Airport, which makes it suitable for the business traveller. Some of the best golf courses of Dublin are also found in the North County region. The North County region also has lovely sandy beaches, and is suitable for people who want to live in a calm and tranquil environment. A number of hotels are situated in North County Dublin, Ireland, ideal for the regular traveller.
South County The South County region of Dublin is the region adjoining County Wicklow. The region is full of both natural and social amenities. A number of golf facilities are available in South County Dublin. This area is also famous for its walks in the Dublin Mountains and is dotted with pretty seaside villages. South County Dublin is easily accessible from the city centre by rail. Find some great hotels in South County Dublin, Ireland at Dublin Events.
The next part of the article will talk about the type of accommodations available for booking in Dublin, Ireland. Some of the popular ones include Hotels, Hostels, Guesthouses, Townhouses, Bed and Breakfasts and Self Catering Apartments.
July 18th, 2006
Dublin has become one of the top tourist destinations in the world, and especially in Europe. The peak tourist season starts in July and August, when the weather is warm and lively with several lively festivals and great events. Spring and autumn are also seasons that attract a large number of visitors to the country.
Dublin, being a popular place, gets rushy during the tourist season and it becomes very difficult to find suitable accommodation that suits your taste, budget and style, yet providing easy access to all the happenings around the city. A number of factors need to be considered when booking a place for your stay. These factors include classification of the hotel, location and facilities and services offered.
Part 1 of this article discusses your budget considerations and hotel classification that should be chosen based on the amount you are willing to spend. Part 2 of this article discusses location of hotels and other accommodations that should be considered when making a booking and part 3 discusses the type of accommodations available for rent in Dublin, Ireland.
Classification of hotels
Accommodations in Dublin operate under a star classification system, devised by Failte Ireland, Tourism Development Authority and the Irish Hotels Federation. This classification makes it easy for the tourists to select an accommodation that matches their budget and style of living. The 5 classifications include the following:
5 Star Hotels These include Dublin’s most luxurious hotels, all of which provide services of a high International standard. These luxury hotels provide a number of facilities with top class level of service and have something extra to offer to their guests. They are also best suited for the business travellers and for those seeking a perfect getaway. See a list of popular luxury 5 star hotels in Dublin, Ireland.
4 Star Hotels 4 Star Deluxe hotels provide excellent accommodation and quality of services in comfort and style to their guests. The 4 star deluxe hotels section at Dublin Events gives details of the facilities and services each of these hotels have to provide, their location, and related information. Most of the 4 star hotels also provide restaurant facility with excellent cuisine.
3 Star Hotels Superior hotels, also known as 3 Star Hotels offer a number of facilities and services to their guests and provide a high standard of accommodation. They are best suited for the cost-conscious traveller. They provide comfort and ease and are well decorated, and have private bath and shower also. Some of the most popular 3 Star Superior hotels of Dublin are listed at DublinEvents.com
2 Star Hotels The economical 2 Star hotels in Dublin, Ireland provide hotel accommodation at discounted and affordable rates, yet providing comfortable lodging to best suit your needs. Most of these are likely to be family operated premises, and are equipped with almost all the basic facilities of a traveller. See a list of economical 2 Star hotels in Dublin, Ireland, listed at Dublin Events.
1 Star Hotels A number of cheap One Star hotels are available in Dublin and Dublin Events provides details for 1 star hotels and cheap hotel rooms in Dublin. All 1 star hotels provide basic necessities, offer simple accommodation at affordable rates and fulfill the necessary facilities and services. For a list of One Star, Cheap Hotels in Dublin and Ireland, visit DublinEvents.com
The next part of the article will talk about the location factors involved when choosing an accommodation in Dublin, Ireland.
July 14th, 2006
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