The Leinster has officially opened its doors in Dublin, marking the city’s first ever ‘luxury lifestyle hotel’.
Situated off Merrion Square, the boutique property features 55 ‘playfully chic’ guest rooms and suites designed to evoke a Parisian finish, with bold patterns and floral accents. This emphasis on art pervades the hotel, with over 300 curated pieces of original paintings from more than 80 artists – almost all of whom are Irish – to be discovered across its four floors.
There’s also a rooftop restaurant, Jean-Georges at The Leinster, marking the debut in Ireland of chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten following the success of various restaurants across London, New York, Paris and Kyoto.
Other dining options include the Georgian setting of the Collins Club, which has been named after the late Dublin-born interior designer David Collins, while Irish drinks and chocolates can be found in the rooms’ well-stocked mini bars.
Other amenities include a boutique gym, as well as a thermal suite experience with a sauna and steam room.
With its central location, The Leinster is within walking distance of a cluster of renowned art galleries, design studios and museums. It’s also a stone’s throw from historic Grafton Street, home to some of Dublin’s best shopping, cafes, pubs and busking.
Melanie Nocher, general manager of The Leinster said the hotel is ‘excited’ to unveil its ‘beautifully designed accommodation and an eclectic art scene’, before adding: “The Leinster will immerse guests in an authentic and exceptional Irish and cosmopolitan experience through the launch of the incredible Jean-Georges, developed by the acclaimed chef himself.”
The Leinster belongs to the Dean Hotel Group, a Dublin-based hospitality company with a portfolio of eight luxury properties across Ireland. In October, co-owner Paddy McKillen Jr, along with his business partner Matt Ryan, sold a major stake of the business to British property group, Lifestyle Hospitality Capital (LHC) and the New York investment giant, Elliot Investment Management. According to The Currency, the new investors have acquired more than 70% of the business in a landmark deal estimated at more than €350 million. The Dean Hotel Group also recently acquired The Clarence, a four star hotel situated the outskirts of Dublin’s Temple Bar that was previously owned by U2’s Bono and The Edge.
Room rates at The Leinster will start from €300 per night.
