Should I stay in Dun Laoghaire or Howth when visiting Dublin?
Visiting Ireland for 10 days with 4 nights in Dublin in early September. I just finished school and will be going with my girlfriend who is also a bit money conscious. We will have a car but turn it in when we get to Dublin, i.e. we won’t have it while staying in Dublin to save some extra dough.
Obviously, many places in Dublin are expensive. I’ve seen a good looking B&B in Dublin for 100E/night, that’s in Parnell Square. However, I’ve also noticed that it is 20-30 E cheaper to stay in Dun Laoghaire or Howth. It also seems cheaper to eat there. My concern, however, is getting around. We want to do day trips to Newgrange & Trim, Glendalough/Wicklow Mtns, as well as some sightseeing in Dublin (Trinity College, etc…). Would it be easy getting to and from these places from Dun Laoghaire or Howth? Or it would it be worth the extra to stay in Dublin? We also plan on going to pubs at night, too of course, and I’m concerned about getting back if it’s late at night…
Dun Laoghaire would get my vote. It’s a lovely area and close to vibrant Blackrock which has a very active pub scene and Monkstown which has lovely restaurants, both are within walking distance and it’s a safe at night. If you don’t fancy the walk the DART runs between the suburbs and right into the city, with a stop beside Trinity College. You’re also right next to the N11 the main road south which will take you to through Glendalough, Wicklow, Newgrange, etc.
Enjoy!
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