Hotels in Ireland

[Milltown Row2]

https://www.titanichotelbelfast.com/uploads/documents/2022/Menus/Titanic_Hotel_DO2_V2.pdf

This is the only menu I could find online. . . is it the same one??

No stayed in Hotel but it was the Cubby Cherub where we went for grub,  I can't get prices of their website

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https://www.titanichotelbelfast.com/uploads/documents/2022/Menus/Titanic_Hotel_DO2_V2.pdf

This is the only menu I could find online. . . is it the same one??

No stayed in Hotel but it was the Cubby Cherub where we went for grub,  I can't get prices of their website

https://chubbycherubbelfast.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Chubby-Cherub-Gatefold-a3-goils.pdf

Checked Tripadvisor and there are a few who mention the extra VAT charge on the Bill. Is it American owned? I know in the USA and Canada all prices are exclusive of VAT but it seems a bit mad to do that here it's definitely not the norm and fairly hikes up an already pricey menu!!!

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Also they could easily get nailed for false advertising as their menu doesn't include VAT when it should!!

https://www.gov.uk/marketing-advertising-law/describing-your-product

[armaghniac]

https://www.titanichotelbelfast.com/uploads/documents/2022/Menus/Titanic_Hotel_DO2_V2.pdf

This is the only menu I could find online. . . is it the same one??

No stayed in Hotel but it was the Cubby Cherub where we went for grub,  I can't get prices of their website

https://chubbycherubbelfast.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Chubby-Cherub-Gatefold-a3-goils.pdf

Checked Tripadvisor and there are a few who mention the extra VAT charge on the Bill. Is it American owned? I know in the USA and Canada all prices are exclusive of VAT but it seems a bit mad to do that here it's definitely not the norm and fairly hikes up an already pricey menu!!!

Not only is it not the norm, it is illegal!

[Nanderson]

https://www.titanichotelbelfast.com/uploads/documents/2022/Menus/Titanic_Hotel_DO2_V2.pdf

This is the only menu I could find online. . . is it the same one??

No stayed in Hotel but it was the Cubby Cherub where we went for grub,  I can't get prices of their website

https://chubbycherubbelfast.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Chubby-Cherub-Gatefold-a3-goils.pdf

Checked Tripadvisor and there are a few who mention the extra VAT charge on the Bill. Is it American owned? I know in the USA and Canada all prices are exclusive of VAT but it seems a bit mad to do that here it's definitely not the norm and fairly hikes up an already pricey menu!!!

Not only is it not the norm, it is illegal!

at the bottom of the menu it says 'All tables have a discretionary 10% service charge added to their bill' but doesn't mention anything about VAT

[TwoUpTwoDown]

Has anyone on here ever stayed in Amber Springs in Gorey? Looking at it for the family over Easter.

[balladmaker]

Has anyone on here ever stayed in Amber Springs in Gorey? Looking at it for the family over Easter.

Have done, nice spot and has an outdoor area for kids .. conveniently located just outside of the bar area

Will hopefully go back to it again some time.  It definitely caters for families with a good bedroom layout, onsite shop, loads of activites etc.

[Milltown Row2]

https://www.titanichotelbelfast.com/uploads/documents/2022/Menus/Titanic_Hotel_DO2_V2.pdf

This is the only menu I could find online. . . is it the same one??

No stayed in Hotel but it was the Cubby Cherub where we went for grub,  I can't get prices of their website

https://chubbycherubbelfast.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Chubby-Cherub-Gatefold-a3-goils.pdf

Checked Tripadvisor and there are a few who mention the extra VAT charge on the Bill. Is it American owned? I know in the USA and Canada all prices are exclusive of VAT but it seems a bit mad to do that here it's definitely not the norm and fairly hikes up an already pricey menu!!!

Not only is it not the norm, it is illegal!

at the bottom of the menu it says 'All tables have a discretionary 10% service charge added to their bill' but doesn't mention anything about VAT

Was added to bill, service charge is generally for parties of 6 or more, was just us two, I generally leave minimum 10% anyways, not concerned over that, but defo has the added VAT's on food and drink

[TwoUpTwoDown]

Has anyone on here ever stayed in Amber Springs in Gorey? Looking at it for the family over Easter.

Have done, nice spot and has an outdoor area for kids .. conveniently located just outside of the bar area

Will hopefully go back to it again some time.  It definitely caters for families with a good bedroom layout, onsite shop, loads of activites etc.

Yeah by all accounts it's not somewhere you'd go on a couples retreat but sounds perfect for two children. They have a decent offer on at the minute with 15% off  for stays of 3 nights or more. Bit of a trip from God's country but sure if the children are quiet and the pints are decent I'd happily drive twice that.

[seafoid]

Has anyone on here ever stayed in Amber Springs in Gorey? Looking at it for the family over Easter.

We did a few years ago. Very kid friendly, lots of things to do. Food good. No bodder.

[Tony Baloney]

Anyone stayed in The Marker in Dublin? (Significant) Wedding anniversary in August and had planned to go away but the prices and uncertainty isn't filling me with confidence, so going to give the hard-pressed hoteliers of Ireland some of my money  . Open to other options in Dublin or elsewhere in Ireland. Fancied the Shelbourne but at 500+ a night they can go and shite!

[gallsman]

Anyone stayed in The Marker in Dublin? (Significant) Wedding anniversary in August and had planned to go away but the prices and uncertainty isn't filling me with confidence, so going to give the hard-pressed hoteliers of Ireland some of my money  . Open to other options in Dublin or elsewhere in Ireland. Fancied the Shelbourne but at 500+ a night they can go and shite!

The Marker a bit yuppy-ish for someone of your, ah, vintage, no?

[Hound]

Anyone stayed in The Marker in Dublin? (Significant) Wedding anniversary in August and had planned to go away but the prices and uncertainty isn't filling me with confidence, so going to give the hard-pressed hoteliers of Ireland some of my money  . Open to other options in Dublin or elsewhere in Ireland. Fancied the Shelbourne but at 500+ a night they can go and shite!

5 star hotels = 5 star prices!

In terms of prestige and location, the Shelbourne and the Westbury are the best hotels in Dublin imo. Actually can add the Merrion to that, although  I've never stayed in the latter (cellar bar in the Merrion is a really nice experience, but haven't been there in a while so prices probably not good!).

I'd guess the Conrad is as dear as those 3, but not as good imo.

With all of those, you have a huge array of pubs and restaurants within a short walking distance.

The Marker on the other hand is down near the quays at Grand Canal Dock. Very handy for Point and the theatre but way less choice in terms of eating and drinking. And while it's only a 15 minute walk to Grafton st, it wouldn't be a great walk late at night (so defo get a taxi if you do that).

[Tony Baloney]

Anyone stayed in The Marker in Dublin? (Significant) Wedding anniversary in August and had planned to go away but the prices and uncertainty isn't filling me with confidence, so going to give the hard-pressed hoteliers of Ireland some of my money  . Open to other options in Dublin or elsewhere in Ireland. Fancied the Shelbourne but at 500+ a night they can go and shite!

The Marker a bit yuppy-ish for someone of your, ah, vintage, no?

It's a good point as I did think it looked a bit young and hip, and I'm neither. I'm scrambling at this stage 

Cheers Hound I'll strike The Marker off then as didn't even check the location!

[laoislad]

Spend money on her and take her to the Shelbourne ya tight bastard!
I'd say you'd take her to the Travelodge in Ballymun if you could get away with it 😂