Blackth0rn
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A good sized hotel located in a prime position being very convenient for the station, but still located in a very pleasant area and being only just across the river from the squares and the central area. We arrived some time earlier than the appointed check in time, but our room was ready which was nice. We opted for the Beaumont Suite and this was a good sized room with a good view of the pleasant wide boulevard outside as well as a small balcony so sit out on. ||Décor wise the room was smart and contemporary although the bathroom was down a few steps so may not suit anyone with limited mobility. The loo was on the same level as the bedroom though, but the washbasin in here was so small it was pretty much impossible to use. A complimentary mini-bar was a nice touch, although inevitably it didn’t have the selection that you’d get in a chargeable one – no wines or spirits, for example. But there was lager, coke, water, crisps, nuts and chocolate, as well as a bowl of fruit, so no complaints at all. The shower was a good size and worked very well and other amenities included a safe, TV, A/C, desk, a couple of armchairs and a sofa. As we were only on the first floor, there was some noise from the bar which doesn’t shut until 1:00am, but it wasn’t too obtrusive and didn’t really disturb us. Other than that it was very quiet, both from outside the hotel and other rooms.||We booked the optional breakfast and this consisted of a mixture of a help yourself buffet and prepared to order items. The buffet covered most bases with pastries, cold meats and cheese, fruit and so on, but was a little lacking in some areas – no fish for example, or yoghurts, and I don’t recall any cereals. Similarly there was croissants, but no jam, so definitely not as comprehensive as some places. Our ordered selection included Eggs Benedict, Scrambled eggs on toast with smoked salmon, American pancakes with blueberries and maple syrup and Greek yoghurt with granola and plums. Everything we had was very good, tasty, well made and served by friendly staff. In retrospect though, at €53 each day for the two of us, I wouldn’t bother if I were staying here again, there are plenty of other options nearby. We also had a complimentary cocktail in the bar one night which was very nice.||Overall, a lovely hotel in a great spot. Highly recommended.