A favourite of the city's visiting celebs, and recently voted one of the world's sexiest hotels, this super-chic boutique hotel stands out for many reasons. The renovated linen house's cream exterior blends in beautifully with its envious position overlooking the back of City Hall. Look up and you'll see Michelangelo, Washington, Newton and Shakespeare staring out from their plasterwork portholes. Inside, the Asian-themed bedrooms are individually designed with one - the Bradley Suite - a veritable private art gallery featuring paintings by Terry Bradley, one of Ireland's most acclaimed artists. The hotel's self-styled 'Oriental opulence' spills over into The Grill Room & Bar, an exquisite restaurant with carnivore-friendly menu and colonial-themed watering hole attracting the city's aspirational sophisticates. For business and private events with a glossy sheen, try the multi-functional Porcelain Events Suite. Room rates include full Irish breakfast.