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TRINITY TOWNHOUSE

Across the road from Trinity College, and a red brick’s throw from Grafton Street, this newly refurbed townhouse in the heart of Dublin feels like a home from home. Split across two heritage buildings on either side of South Frederick Street, a country-classic feel lets original features sing alongside the obligatory Nespresso machines, and there are dinner packages laid on at neighbouring Dunne & Crescenzi — a glass of wine with a plate of impeccably mixed Irish and Italian antipasti is perfect after a day’s traipsing around Dublin.

ROOMS: Doubles from €80 (£70), room only. trinitytownhousehotel.com