Trinity College

Interesting blog with some great photos of Trinity College
A Dublin Blog: Trinity Snaps

Calling all tourists! ~ free rail travel for over 66's

The announcement of free rail travel for tourists to Ireland age 66+ was greeted with a resounding thumbs up from the hotel industry. This agreement between Failte Ireland and Iarnrod Eireann is great news and a definite boost in what has been a difficult year for tourism. Congratulations to all involved.

Won't be long now...

Here at Halpins, we're looking forward to the opening of the newest addition to the Halpins hotel group. Here's a sneak peek of what the fabulous Blakes Hotel & Spa will look like...

To request a brochure, please call 01 6688324 or visit http://www.blakeshotelandspa.com/

What to do in Dublin this week...

The excitement of St Patricks Day and the rugby is dying down but don't worry, there is still lots happening in Dublin! We are now in the middle of the wonderful 'Dine in Dublin-Restaurant Week' which ends Sunday March 28th. If you haven't already availed of any of the one-off special promotional rates that over 50 of the city's restaurants are offering, now's your chance!

This weekend, the Dun Laoghaire-Rathdown Poetry Now festival is welcoming poets from Mexico, the US and Albania to Dublin. The very best of Irish and international poetry will be showcased at this years festival. Easily accessible by the DART, it is a must for fans of Irish literature.

For more info on events in Dublin, see http://www.visitdublin.com/

Upcoming Concerts

The past couple of weeks have seen a number of the music world's most popular performers announce concert dates in Dublin. Rod Stewart is playing the O2 venue on May 11 and again in July. Paul McCartney is coming to the RDS on June 12th. And the hugely popular crooner Michael Buble will make history in September as he brings us the very first concert in the new Aviva Stadium. Each of these concert venues are within easy distance of the Halpins properties.

Roll on the summer!

Mothers Day

If you're looking for a Mothers Day gift with a difference, consider this very special offer from Halpins Private Hotels. We are offering you the chance to spend some quality time with your mother in either of our delightful Ballsbridge properties. With Aberdeen Lodge and Merrion Hall both located conveniently close to DART stations, it is the perfect opportunity to enjoy some shopping in Dublin's vibrant city centre. We are also close to beautiful Sandymount Strand. Exclusive Mothers Day afternoon tea and glass of wine included. For more details, check http://www.halpinsprivatehotels.com/

Valentines Getaway package

Ah February - the month of romance! Some of you may have seen our new Valentines special offer online for Aberdeen Lodge + Merrion Hall - 2 nights B&B in a lovely Deluxe Double Room, a bottle of wine and yummy chocolates. This offer is running from February 5th until the 21st so don't worry, it can also be an ideal gift for those of you who forget!!