the gibson hotel

You're perched high above the Liffey in one of Dublin's most modern quarters, watching the city lights twinkle through floor-to-ceiling windows while nursing a properly made Old Fashioned. The Gibson's bar feels worlds away from the tourist-packed spots in Temple Bar, even though you're only a dart ride from the city centre. The cocktail menu here is serious business – none of that sugary nonsense you'll find elsewhere. The bartenders know their way around a shaker, and the wine list won't leave you reaching for your overdraft. Sure, it's got that hotel bar polish that some might find a bit sterile, but when you're settling in after a long day with those panoramic views stretching across to the Dublin Mountains, you'll hardly mind the corporate sheen.