Opened in 1998 on St. Stephen’s Green, The Fitzwilliam Hotel is located just off Grafton Street, Dublin’s most fashionable catwalk and shopping promenade. Originally designed by Sir Terence Conran in his signature contemporary aesthetic, the five-star hotel is a very modern take on a heritage hotel.
A complete refurbishment in 2008 by Project Orange redefines the hotel in a “Baronial Moderne” style marked by a signature aubergine color scheme and bold furnishings.
A uniformed staff ushers you into an imposing stone and wood lobby enlivened by accents in purple and puce. The stylish rooms are tastefully appointed with orchids and fresh freesia and upholstered in vibrant Paul Smith fabrics in jewel tones of ruby, amethyst, and sapphire.
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Sleek window seats provide a reading perch overlooking the Green, while the four-poster beds with tufted aubergine satin headboards beg for a photo shoot – or at least a selfie. Retro touches include Bakelite telephones and claw foot bathtubs in a bright brilliant chartreuse.
Chef Kevin Thornton oversees the Michelin-starred restaurant Thornton’s, while Citron, helmed by Chef Philip Mahon, offers guests a more casual mezzanine brasserie overlooking the bustling lobby.
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A member of Preferred Pride, the LGBT arm of Preferred Hotel Group, the 138-room hotel also features an 1,800-square-foot penthouse with private butler, screening room, grand piano, and bar, which would make a lovely aerie for nuptials or a honeymoon.
