ACCOMMODATION

Hotel No.31, Leeson Close, Dublin.

We were accommodated for B&B at a boutique guest house known at Hotel No. 31. This guest house is in two parts, a classical GeorgianTownhouse linked to a modernist Mews House.  Our room was in the Mews House which was designed by the renowned architect, Sam Stephenson. Each of the rooms reflect this by the use of light, texture and colour. The sunken lounge with its peat fire is very modernist. The bedroom is well equipped with an extremely comfortable bed and good quality bed linen.  Throughout the house there are spotlights on prints of Picasso and other contemporary artworks. Tea lights are lit in the hall, stairway, and dining area creating an interesting atmosphere.

On arrival we were given a very warm welcome and were offered a tray of tea and cookies. All of the staff are welcoming, helpful and go out of their way to make you feel at home – nothing is too much trouble for them.

Breakfast was served on communal tables which were beautifully set out. The breakfast buffet table had a good selection of cereals, fresh fruits, dried fruits etc.

 

 I loved the berry selection with natural yoghurt. The choice of cooked breakfast was amazing.  The full Irish Breakfast was a revelation with two rashers of bacon, black pudding, two sausages, tomato, potato cake and egg.

 Each day I chose something different: mushroom frittata and cheese omelette.

 These were also served with bacon, potato cake and tomato. Organic and free range foods are served when ever possible, and the preserves and breads are all homemade. Delicious!

This is a very friendly ‘Home from Home’ guest house with a unique environment and its location is ideal for a stay in Dublin.  We were within a few minutes walk to St. Stephen’s Green and the centre of Dublin. Grafton Street shopping centre, Temple Bar and Trinity College are all within easy walking distance.