Ireland's National Music Day, 21st June - Love:live music

love: live music 2012 will take place on Thursday, 21st June 2012.

It is a day long event and it aims to celebrate all forms of Irish music through hosting a selection of free music events throughout the country. Ireland is known far and wide for our love of music and not just traditional Irish music. love: live music gives people an opportunity to partake and enjoy our love our music.

Temple Bar's Meeting House Square will host 'La Ceoil' from 6pm to 10pm. There will be performances from Buffalo in the Castle, We Banjo 3, The Unwanted, Tarab, Mick O’Brien, members of the RTÉ Concert Orchestra and DIT Traditional Music Ensemble, and special guest Seán Mac Erlaine along with the world première of an exclusive commission by RTÉ lyric fm composer in residence Linda Buckley.



For more information on the event click here.

Lots to do see in Dublin

The busy season in Dublin is just beginning to kick off and the city is buzzing! The Bealtaine festival has got under way and coming up in the next few weeks we can look forward to the Dublin Dance Festival (11-26 May), the Dublin City Soul Festival (24-27 May) and the always popular Bloom in the Park at the end of the month.

Many of these festivals offer free events right throughout the city.
If you like soul music or enjoy soaking up the atmosphere - the Soul Picnic is not to be missed. This is happening in Dublin's Merrion Square on the 26th and 27th of May. Entry is free and you can expect to enjoy great music and tasty BBQ food (and rumour has it there will be a few special guests announced soon)

Just a short walk from Merrion Square is Dublin's Temple Bar Hotel and we have just launched our Summer Saver - offering a super rate of €89 for 2 nights B&B per person sharing. So why not treat yourselves to a nice break away!! 

Great Thai Food in the Heart of Dublin

If you're looking for great Thai food at a reasonable price I would really recommend Saba on Clarendon Street. The food is gorgeous and the staff are really friendly. Sunday to Wednesday they offer a fixed price menu - 3 courses for €23.95 which is great value (but prepare to be stuffed!)

If you fancy something hot and spicy (which I did after last weeks miserable weather) I would go for the Bangkok noodles. They are delicious - really tasty beef and fresh vegetables.

It's only a short walk from Temple Bar Hotel and if you're really looking to make a night of it you could pop into the Clarendon for a cocktail afterwards!

Pint a' Guinness

If you're looking for something special to do during your stay in Dublin city centre, then look no further than the Guinness Storehouse. On a recent visit to the storehouse I didn't quite fall in love with the taste of the reknowned 'black stuff' but I did fall a little bit more in love with Dublin and our Irish history. I was proud to be Irish when I saw the large number of tourists flocking into the building in anticipation of the great story that was about to unfold about Arthur Guinness.

The seven floors bring to life the rich heritage of Guinness, telling the story from it's origins at St. James' Gate to it's growth as a global brand, known all around the world. The panoramic views at the top of the building in the 'Gravity Bar' made the steep ascend all worth while. The day was very bright and clear which made the city a beautiful landscape. The atmosphere was energetic and the crowd perky after the informative climb up. The bar stopped serving at 6.00pm; this was followed by a quiet lull as the last remains of the stout was sipped by all.

The price for this adventure is only €12.96 for an adult when bought online or €10.60 for a student. As this includes a complimentary pint of Guinness plus a few tasters on the way up, I definitely think it is well worth a visit. Temple Bar Hotel offer some great Guinness Storehouse stayover packages. Click here to view now.

First Thursdays Dublin

If you are planning a trip to Dublin it might be an idea to plan it around the first Thursday in the month so you can take advantage of the 'First Thursdays Dublin'. This initiative sees a number of the city's cultural spaces and venues open their doors after hours (6-8pm).

Click here for a list of participating venues.

Most of the venues are walking distance to Temple Bar Hotel.

Sweet Deal

If you crave something sweet and love hotel breaks in Dublin
city centre, then we've got the perfect deal for you! Temple Bar Hotel is extending their Sweet Deal offer for February for just €70 room only!! This includes a midweek stay and hot chocolate for two during your stay.

Located in Temple Bar, this hotel is smack bang in the middle of all what Dublin city centre has to offer. It's just a stones through away from all the major shopping streets, pubs, restaurants and cultural spots.

This offer is valid for all of February and is selling out fast so book now by calling 01-6773333 or by emailing reservations@tbh.ie

January Wintere Sale Offer

The ice and snow may have come and gone but the great rates at Temple Bar Hotel just keep on coming!

Our Winter Sale offer starts from just €76pps for a two night stay with breakfast(on both mornings) and a bottle of wine to enjoy during your stay. Being Dublin's most centrally located hotel means you are just a hop, skip and a jump away from Dublin's greatest restaurants, pubs, shops, galleries and much more. Out hotel also boasts its busy bar Buskers and its classy club and venue Alchemy. Why not pop into one or both of these venues during your stay or enjoy a nice meal in our Terrace restaurant?

Call us now to book YOUR getaway or treat someone else to a nice break after the long, cold winter!

Tel: 01-6773333 Email: reservations@tbh.ie