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Why choose Dublin for events?
Why choose Dublin for events? Dublin is a bustling, picturesque destination. The capital city is one of the most historical places in Ireland and a popular attraction for people from across the globe.
And here are some of the biggest reasons to choose Dublin for events, plus a selection of venues and where you can book them on EDGE Venues:
The Atmosphere
Dublin is renowned for its lively atmosphere in both the daytime and the night. From spirited buskers making marvellous music to bustling bars in the evening, there is certainly something for everyone.
Despite the busyness of the city, the new hotels and the many tourists, Dublin retains its village-like features and charms that people love so much.
Dublin’s History
Dublin has bucket loads to offer in terms of history, there are regular tours of Dublin Castle, leaving you packed with information on the history of the city as well as the Marsh’s Library, offering an insight into what Dublin was like in the 18th Century.
Other famous landmarks to visit in Dublin include Trinity College, the Guinness storehouse and Shelbourne Museum all of which add to Dublin’s spectacular history making it one of Ireland’s most historical places.
Places to Eat/Drink
Dublin is home to numerous mouth-watering restaurants – both old and new, that you must try during your trip. Glover’s Alley is one of Dublin’s new restaurants, where the food is cooked by the award-winning chef Andy McFadden to the highest of standards with pristine, fresh ingredients.
If you fancy a delicious cocktail or two, the Lucky Duck has 3 floors of cocktail lounges and small plates for the perfect day out before heading downstairs to the traditional bar for some pints. Chapter One is also a highly-rated restaurant in Dublin, providing elegant fine dining for lunches and dinners.
Showstopping meetings and event venues
If you’ve decided to choose Dublin for events, and you’re looking for the most fitting venues, we’re here to help. Here’s a selection of venues and what they have to offer, along with the link to book or enquire on EDGE Venues.
– Radisson Blu Royal Hotel
Rooms – 150 | Meeting spaces – 15
Radisson Blu Royal is just half an hour’s drive from the City’s international airport. The rooms are comfortable and provide guests with glorious views across Dublin. Its meeting rooms are spacious and contemporary, offering a clean and sophisticated look. The venue has onsite parking and accessible access.
Croke Park Hotel
Rooms – 252 | Meeting Rooms – 3
Croke Park Hotel is close to both Dublin Airport and the City centre. The famous Croke Park Stadium, known for large conferences and events is within close proximity. It makes this hotel ideal for guests delegates attending stadium events. The venue has onsite catering, free onsite parking and is close to the business parks – ideal for business and downtime.
The Westbury Hotel
Rooms – 205 | Meeting Rooms – 9
Nestled between some of Dublin’s historical landmarks, The Westbury Hotel is in the heart of the city’s cultural quarter. Surrounded by shops, pubs, bars and restaurants, there is not a shortage of ways to fill your downtime. The meeting rooms are grand and beautiful, decorated to perfection to match the hotel’s picturesque exterior. Alongside a restaurant, the venue boasts an onsite car park and disabled access. So it’s an all round favourable venue for large groups looking for a conference venue or team building meetings.
Radisson Blu St Helen’s Hotel Dublin
Rooms – 151 | Meeting Rooms – 11
This venue is an 18th-century house with panoramic garden views from each room and high-speed internet access. The hotel is 3.5 miles outside the city centre and 13 miles from the airport. And it has lots of onsite parking spaces available for guests. With meeting rooms to accommodate up to 300 guests, and some of the best conference facilities in Dublin, the hotel is second to none.
Radisson Blu Hotel Dublin Airport
Rooms – 229 | Meeting Rooms – 24
This large venue has a wide selection of choices when it comes to both meeting rooms and bedrooms for guests. It is eight minutes from Dublin’s airport making it ideal for short stays and trips with large numbers of delegates. The meeting rooms vary in size, perfect for all types of events including intimate meeting groups and larger conferences.
This is just a small selection of the hotels available in beautiful Dublin! You’ll find further Dublin venues searchable from our homepage, EDGEVenues.com.
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