Castleknock Hotel

A reasonable and top-​class hotel outside of the city centre, this hotel is a perfect spot to recharge your batteries. I’ve always paid excellent rates to stay here and the night rate includes a gorgeous, full Irish breakfast in the morning. The rooms are spacious and the bathrooms must be the best I have ever encountered in a four star hotel. Many of the rooms overlook the golf course which is a lovely view the next morning when you wake up and open the curtains. The hotel has two bars and a restaurant that as well as serving breakfast also has a lunch and dinner service. A big plus is the hotel’s swimming pool too — in fact, the fitness and spa facilities make you think you are in a much pricier establishment. I’ve stayed at this hotel 5 times and I’ve always had friendly check-​in staff and a quick check-​in procedure. My favourite part — the big bowl of fruit with nectarines, plums and apples at the check-​in counter for guests to enjoy!