Dublin is vibrant, romantic, fun, cultural and beautiful � and never more so than when celebrating St Valentine�s Day with a loved one or the spirit of St Patrick�s Day with family and friends. The most perfect place to stay in the city whilst enjoying these occasions is The Merrion - the most luxurious five-star hotel in the city. The hotel provides a true sanctuary from the excitement of the surrounding streets, which are lined with shops, restaurants and bars, as well as stunning architecture and history.
St Valentine�s Day Celebrations
Graceful Georgian architecture and stunning views combine to make Dublin one of the most romantic cities in the world. In fact, visitors to the city can actually visit St Valentine, whose remains have been enshrined at Whitefriar Street Church since 1836. The Merrion, itself formed from four adjoining Georgian houses, offers roaring fires, elegant drawing rooms, rose gardens, a spa and world-class restaurants, providing the perfect backdrop to a romantic sojourn. The hotel is offering a choice of two packages for Valentine�s Day 2006:
St Valentines Weekend Romantic Getaway
From 11th - 14th February, guests can enjoy two nights� accommodation in a double room in the stylish Garden Wing with full Irish breakfast each morning. Complimentary chilled ros� champagne, heart-shaped chocolates and a special gift of a rose scented candle and bath oil will be awaiting guests in their room on arrival. The Romantic Getaway is available for Euro 530 (approx �358) per stay per couple, subject to availability.
St Valentines Weekend Romantic Interlude
For the perfect romantic interlude, couples can enjoy overnight accommodation on Tuesday 14th February in a luxurious double room in The Merrion�s Garden Wing, complete with full Irish breakfast, ros� champagne and heart-shaped chocolates. To make the night extra special, a romantic three-course Valentine�s meal in The Cellar Restaurant is also included. The Romantic Interlude is available for �420 (approximately �284) per couple per night.
St Patrick�s Day Festivities
For those seeking family fun, leave Blighty behind and head to The Merrion to enjoy Dublin�s fun-filled St Patrick�s Day festivities whilst staying in the lap of luxury. Aside from the main parade, taking place on St Patrick�s Day, 17th March, the festival features music, theatre, family carnivals, comedy, street arts, visual arts and dance over five-days, from 16th to 20th March 2006. The Merrion is the only privately owned five-star hotel in Dublin and the city�s foremost hotel for a sense of place.
With the St. Patrick�s Day Festival Special Offer, guests will enjoy a luxurious overnight escape for �135 (approximately �91) per person sharing. The offer includes a night�s stay in a double or twin room of The Merrion�s chic Garden Wing, The Merrion�s signature Black Velvet Cocktail on arrival and full Irish breakfast in the morning. Guests may extend their stay for an additional �130.00 (approximately �88) per person sharing per night including full Irish breakfast.
The St. Patrick�s Day Shamrock Package is for those wishing to really enter into the St. Patrick�s Festival spirit! For �655 (approximately �444) per couple, guests will be accommodated in a double or twin room in the hotel�s Garden Wing, with full Irish breakfast in the morning. The Merrion�s signature Black Velvet Cocktail will be served on arrival and the package also includes two grandstand tickets for the legendary St. Patrick�s Festival Parade. The Merrion will even pack a box of nibbles for guests to keep hunger at bay whilst enjoying the parade. Guests may extend their stay for an additional �130.00 (approximately �88) per person sharing per night including full Irish breakfast. St Patrick�s Day packages are valid at The Merrion from 16th � 20th March 2006
These packages are inclusive of VAT and are subject to availability. Service is discretionary. A range of other packages is also available at The Merrion, Dublin. For further information and reservations please contact The Merrion directly on +353 1 603 0600, facsimile +353 1 603 0700, email: [email protected] or alternatively via the website: www.merrionhotel.com.
Background on The Merrion: Opened in October 1997, The Merrion � a recipient of several awards - was created from a historic row of Georgian townhouses and the eighteenth century architecture and design have been preserved throughout the hotel. This 143-room property, which includes twenty suites, features state-of-the art technology thoughtfully incorporated into the period-Georgian d�cor. Located opposite The Government Buildings, a five-minute walk from Grafton Street, The Merrion features a two-Michelin starred restaurant � Restaurant Patrick Guilbaud � The Cellar Bar and Restaurant for more casual dining; a secluded interior garden and The Tethra Spa, which features an 18-metre infinity swimming pool.
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