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The Irish Sun

Dublin's longest-running family-owned hotel offers uniquely Irish experience in great location with fine food & gym

IN an era of corporate ownership, it's wonderful in this day and age to see an independent business still thriving. And that is what the Sandymount Hotel in Advertisement 5 The hotel boasts an excellent location Credit: sandymounthotel 5 Outdoor dining is available on the terrace Credit: sandymounthotel The hotel celebrated 70 years of continuous family ownership in May 2025, longer than any other hotel property in the capital. Proudly owned by the third generation of the Loughran I had the pleasure of enjoying the hospitality at the Sandymount during a recent stay when I was in Dublin for Coming from Advertisement READ MORE IN TRAVEL And with over 70 complimentary car parking spaces, I had no problem finding a spot for my overnight stay. With the British Lions playing On arrival, Anna on the reception desk ensured I was met with a warm and friendly welcome and could not have been more helpful. I stayed in a deluxe super king room which had everything you need - comfortable bed, excellent bathroom with power shower, and amenities including a 42" Smart TV with Advertisement Most read in the Irish Sun Following the rugby theme, it was then to the hotel's Line Out Bar where I met a colleague for lunch. Open from 12.30pm every day, it has a vast menu to choose from including steak, fish, pasta, burgers and salads. GREAT GRUB I opted for the Chicken and Chorizo Pasta while my friend Neil had the Grilled Chicken and Avocado Burger and we both had no complaints with the excellent The next day I also enjoyed the buffet breakfast which is served in Whitty's down the stairs. Advertisement And with the recent good weather, tables were available outside on the terrace to relax and enjoy a coffee while reading the morning newspaper. For the more energetic, Sandymount also has a fitness room available for residents - you just need to get a different key from reception to access it. PLEASANT LOCATION The hotel has a great location too - it's only a five minute walk to both the Dart at Lansdowne Station and, of course, the Aviva Stadium. And more importantly it was also very handy for me to get to our offices on Mayor Street Upper on the other side of the River Liffey, a stone's throw away from the Advertisement GO: DUBLIN STAY THERE: Stay in the Sandymount Hotel, located in one of Dublin's prestigious neighbourhoods, with great rooms, bar and restaurants. Visit DO THIS: Visit the Aviva Stadium where some of the biggest sporting and music events are held throughout the year. EAT THERE: Dine in the Line Out Bar in the Sandymount which has something for everyone. I hopped on the Luas at Lansdowne and five minutes later got off at Pearse Street. From there it was a pleasant 15 minute walk via the Samuel Beckett Bridge to work. Next time you're staying in Dublin, I thoroughly recommend giving the Sandymount Hotel a 'try'. 5 There's a fitness room available for energetic guests Credit: sandymounthotel Advertisement 5 The Sandymount Hotel is the longest running independent hotel in Dublin Credit: sandymounthotel 5 I enjoyed a stay in the hotel's gorgeous king size bedroom Credit: sandymounthotel