BEST WESTERN PLUS Academy Plaza Hotel
Hotel Overview
Location very good
The staff was very friendly and helpful. The location is the best.
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Samira
- 9 Jan 2012
Good place to stay whilst seeing Dublin
Stayed here for New Year in Dublin; hotel has a good location (10 minute walk to central shopping...
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- 4 Jan 2012
BEST WESTERN PLUS Academy Plaza Hotel 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.
Hotel Map
Findlater Place, Dublin, D1
- Area served
- 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.
- Nearby airports
- Dublin International Airport.
- Area description
- 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.
Amenities
- Business Center
- Conference Facilities
- Fitness Room
- Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
- Health Club
- Internet Access
- Meeting/Banquet Facilities
- Restaurant
- Room Service
- Wireless Internet
Dining
- Sir Harry's Bar & Brasserie
- Situated 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.
- Salon
- The 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 available
- Gym
- Our 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.
- Restaurant
- The 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 Restaurant
- Situated 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.
Hotel Policies
- Check-in:
- 1300
- Check-out:
- 1200
Terms and conditions
Extra charges may apply for children. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the quoted rate.
The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use. All information has been provided by this hotel and not by ebookers
Guest Reviews (211)
Ratings and reviews for BEST WESTERN PLUS Academy Plaza Hotel
- All travelers (211) 4.3 / 5
- Business (5) 4 / 5
- Couples (57) 3.9 / 5
- Families (26) 4.1 / 5
- Friends (28) 4.1 / 5
- Singles (19) 4.2 / 5
- Amenities:
- 4.2
- Room cleanliness:
- 4.6
- Hotel staff:
- 4.4
- Room comfort:
- 4.3
- Location:
- 4.7
- Value:
- 4.3
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Reviewer score
Would recommend
Samira
Location very good
The staff was very friendly and helpful. The location is the best.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Good place to stay whilst seeing Dublin
Stayed here for New Year in Dublin; hotel has a good location (10 minute walk to central shopping district) at a very reasonable price. Room's are a little on the small side and for some reason my TV was very high up adjacent to the bed (as opposed to opposite it) which I would lead to neck strain if the TV was watched in bed. Their games room shouldn't be plural as there is only one game (table football) and there is no pool. Bottom line though, would I stay again? Yes as it answered what it needed to: a clean, smart hotel, close to Dublin centre at a affordable price.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 4
Nightlife tip:
Short walk from hotel
Temple Bar in Temple Bar for Guiness and Oysters.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Ikle
Christmas escape.
Stayed for two nights in this hotel. We have stayed here a number of times and dined in the bistro. Staff very helpful making every effort to cater for our needs. Food to be enjoyed and a relaxed atmosphere. Will stay again soon.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 4
Reviewer score
Would recommend
atlfunstuff
great location
very good. the best location in dublin. close to the train, dart, shopping, and the buses.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Reviewer score
Would recommend
sunflowerhiker
Good, Clean and reasonably priced
My family often stays at this hotel for its location. The staff have always been very helpful. This was the first time I stayed there myself and was pleasantly surprised. The rooms were clean and beds comfortable. We were in a corner so I really heard no noise what so ever. It's also right of O'Connell street so you don't get much more central. I would stay again!
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Reviewer score
Would recommend
santa and snowflake
had a great experience
Locaion was great. Staff was very friendly and worked hard to please. Room size was small but well appointed, modern and very clean. Bar service was good but food was poor. Morning breakfast well worth the price and good. Wi Fi worked well thoughout hotel.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Case
The Academy Plaza
Our firt time trip to Ireland was great. We chose the Academy Plaza on a friend's recommendation and the fact that I wanted to be on O'Connell St. immediately and walking to all points of interest....Trinity College, Grafton St and Temple Bar areas, Abbey St, the Luas tram lines , AIB bank, the post office etc. The staff was extremely efficient, friendly and helpful....jumping right in and helping me book further train and bus connections. We did not take advantage of the Bistro Cafe or the Abacus Restaurant for we were out exploring the city but they looked well attended on a regular basis.We did eat breakfast on our departure date and that was great. The rooms were clean, the service prompt. Overall it was great and i'd have no problem returning. the only thing i noticed is that hallway noise late at night permeated through the door easily...but a minor inconvenience for most nights we were so tired we slept through it. Thanks for a fine experience.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Sightseeing tip:
Short walk from hotel
Walk down O'Connell street and cross the bridge/Liffey River that splits Dublin into North and South and spend a day at Trinity College (the library and the Book of Kells exhibition), shop at nearby Grafton St and seek foood of ann type and live Irish music in the Temple Bar area also close by.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Irish traveler
Good value. Decent location
The location turned out to work out well. While not in the South of the river part of Dublin, it was a short walk to everything and very close to O Connel Street the main north south street. Overall very nice and a good value.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 4
Reviewer score
Would recommend
On Holiday
Decent location, good value
Clean, quiet and comfortable. Friendly staff. Easy to get on all most bus lines just down the street. Breakfast is not included. We probably should've added it. Finding a quick bite in the morning was harder than we thought it would be.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 3
- Value:
- 4
Money-saving tip:
Short walk from hotel
Buy a three-day bus pass. It is a great deal if you use it much. So is the Heritage Card. It gets you into many historical sites all over the Republic. We really got value from that.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Jean9
Overall good hotel
Breakfast-good for 10E, also coffee cart & restraunt; Location-close enough to walk to pretty much everything in town, right next to airport bus & hop-on/off bus(a must); Room-small but very clean, good size bathroom;Staff-friendly & helpful except for the night guy who interigated everyone who came back to the hotel in the later evening, it was not neccessary. Would stay there again
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 3
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 3
- Value:
- 4
Dining tip:
Short walk from hotel
Do not eat at The Oliver St.John Gogarty in Temple Bar-service was horrifing, but do eat at Carluccio's on Dawson- it was amazing.
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