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Best Western Premier Academy Plaza Hotel
Real Traveler Rating: 4.4 out of 5 based on 138 reviews from 6 sources
Highly Recommended
Clean: Rating of 4.8 out of 5
Service: Rating of 4.4 out of 5
Location: Rating of 4.6 out of 5
Value: Rating of 4.3 out of 5
Room: Rating of 4.4 out of 5
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Highly Recommended
Based on 138 reviews
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  • Overall: Rating of 4.4 out of 5

    "I would definitely recommend this hotel right off of O'Connel Street." source Hotels.com

    "Excellent hotel in a great location." source Hotels.com

    "Great place to stay in Limerick." source Expedia

    "Overall, we were very satisfied." source Expedia

    "Highly recommend this hotel." source Hotels.com

  • Clean: Rating of 4.8 out of 5

    "The room was small but well organized,quiet and clean." source Orbitz

    "It was very clean, always made up on a timely basis, and the beds were really comfortable." source Hotels.com

    "Most accomodating staff, comfy beds, very clean and well kept, great location - attractive and new." source Priceline

    "Great breakfast, clean rooms, and the rooms were big by European standards." source Expedia

    "Very clean and tidy." source Orbitz

  • Location: Rating of 4.6 out of 5

    "Great location only downside was that I had to share a bathroom." source Hostelworld

    "The hotel was very convenient for our activities and very quiet as opposed to the Temple Bar area. Yet is was close enough for those whose don't mind a short walk (5 minutes to the Liffey), and transportation was always available in the area." source Hotels.com

    "It was in a really great location." source Priceline

    "The best location for downtown Dublin. Very easy access to all bus lines and walking distance to everything downtown." source Expedia

    "This hotel is in the perfect location if you want to visit O'Conner Street which is in the heart of Dublin." source Hotels.com

  • Value: Rating of 4.3 out of 5

    "If you want the breakfast deal be sure to inquire about it during check in, they wonÂ’t mention it at the desk." source Expedia

    "Price was good compared to area." source Expedia

  • Room: Rating of 4.4 out of 5

    "The room was clean and the staff was terrific." source Hotels.com

    "Nice interior and the rooms were very comfortable." source Expedia

More information on Best Western Premier Academy Plaza Hotel

The hotel is ideally located just off O'Connell Street, in the very heart of Dublin city and following a complete rebuild and expansion, it boasts 285 deluxe bedrooms and suites designed to four star quality.Centrally located off the city's main thoroughfare a short stroll from the very best of international shopping, galleries, Trinity College, St Stephens Green & Temple Bar. New public areas include a large lobby with 3 lifts, Sir Harry's bar and bistro, Oscars restaurant and Abacus fine-dining Asian cuisine. Guest rooms are contemporary in design and finished to very high standards.It introduced several new facilities to help further enhance your stay including 24 - Hour Front Desk, Room Service, Check-In: 14.30, Check-Out: 12.00, Discounted Guest Parking nearby, Coach Parking nearby, Disabled Facilities and Complimentary WiFi Throughout Hotel.Further guest facilities due for completion later in the year include a gym, business centre, games room and conference room for up to 135 delegates. The prime location, excellent facilities and modern guest rooms makes the Best Western Academy Plaza the perfect hotel choice for business or pleasure.The hotel also provides business center,conference facilities,handicap rooms,health club,restaurant,room service and wireless internet.

Check-in Time:

1300

Check-out Time:

1200

Total Rooms:

285 rooms.285

Total Floors:

7 floors.

Rooms:

Standard Double:The Room offers a Double Bed with individually controlled air-conditioning,super-comfort beds,fully interactive flat screen tv,laptop sized safe,complimentary wireless internet access,iron and ironing board,marble finish bathroom with hair-dryer,tea/coffee,direct dial telephone,integrated work-desk area.Twin Room:The Room offers a Twin Bed with individually controlled air-conditioning,super-comfort beds,fully interactive flat screen tv,laptop sized safe,complimentary wireless internet access,iron and ironing board,marble finish bathroom with hair-dryer,tea/coffee,direct dial telephone,integrated work-desk area.

Directions

The AIRCOACH bus service stops just beside the hotel and operates to the airport approx every 15 minutes. The service runs 24 hours, every day.A taxi from the airport should cost approximately ?25.Driving time to hotel is 20 minutes and distance is 10 kilometres. A Taxi rank is located within 1 minute of the hotel.Both mainline railway stations, and the DART (electric train service) are easily reached, with just an eight minute stroll to both Connolly and Tara St. stations. The DART is the ideal mode of transport for guests looking to explore the picturesque east coast while it also runs through Dun Laoghaire making it easy for tourists travelling by boat to reach the city centre.It is only a 6 minute walk from the hotel to Dublin's central bus station, Busaras, where all provincial bus services from Dublin depart. The majority of Dublin buses stop near to the hotel, on O'Connell Street or the surrounding area.

Area

The Best Western Academy Plaza Hotel is situated just off O'Connell Street.It is just a short stroll from the best international shopping,Temple bar,Trinity college,St.Stephens Green, galleries,IFSC business district,and famous city sights.

Attractions

Trinity College 5 Minutes Dublin Castle 5 Minutes National Gallery 5 Minutes National Library 5 Minutes National Museum 5 Minutes The Mansion House 5 Minutes

Dining

Sir Harry's Bar & BrasserieSituated to the right of the lobby and reception area, Sir Harry's Brasserie has a tantalising menu of traditional dishes and contemporary international cuisine created by our renowned head chef. Lunch is served from 12.00pm to 2.00pm and dinner from 6.00pm to 9.00pm, seven days a week.The brand new contemporary styled lounge / bar has been stylishly furnished in a modern and cosmopolitan design and is Quickly becoming one of the most fashionable and popular places in Dublin city. In part of the bar, a breathtaking chandelier feature hangs from the 'cloud filled' ceiling, which at night turns into an enchanting blanket of twinkling stars.SalonThe Best Western Academy Plaza Hotel's brand new Hair, Beauty & Massage Salon gives guests the option of treating themselves to some of the latest beauty and relaxation techniques from our expert beautician and masseuse. Whether you've spent a hard days shopping in the capital or a busy day working, why not spend the evening relaxing with a sensual massage or being beautified for a night on the town in the hotel's brand new beauty salon. skin and body care products with an array of treatments availableGymOur guest use gym is fully kitted out with state-of-the-art cardiovascular equipment, allowing you to keep your mind and body fit. Add some fun to your stay and visit the hotel games room.RestaurantThe jewel in the culinary crown of the Academy Plaza Hotel, 'Abacus' is fast building a reputation as one of the finest and most stylish Asian restaurants in Dublin. only the freshest ingredients the team of experienced Asian chefs provide a sumptuous selection of the finest authentic Chinese delicacies, creating an unrivaled Oriental fine dining experience in the most elegant yet intimate of surroundings. The creative menu combines a variety of stunning colourful plate presentations a consistency in exceptional food quality. Situated next to Sir Harry's Bar & Brasserie, the elegant Oscars restaurant is open for buffet style breakfast from 7.00am to 10.00am Monday to Friday and from 7.30am to 11.00am on Saturdays and Sundays.Oscar's RestaurantSituated next to Sir Harry's Bar & Brasserie, our elegant Oscars restaurant is open for buffet style breakfast from 7.00am to 10.00am Monday to Friday and from 7.30am to 11.00am on Saturdays and Sundays. Oscars can also be spaciously laid out to cater for groups or private dinners. Our chef's menus combine interesting new styles of cuisine along with many of the traditional Irish favourites. Each dish is carefully prepared and served within a relaxed and congenial atmosphere. An extensive wine list is available to compliment your meal.

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