The location of the Ashling may seem distant from a lot of Dublin's attractions, but its proximity to public transportation makes its location excellent. Heuston Station is just across the bridge, Dublin Bus is just steps from the front door, 2 LUAS stops are within a couple of blocks. It's also an easy walk to the National Museum, Ryan's and Nancy Hands pubs, restaurants and a C-Store. The hotel itself has an excellent restaurant and an upscale pub.
Our room was large and well appointed; staff was knowledgeable and helpful. My wife has some mobility problems, but everything was convenient for her--we had a handicap equipped room that met our needs.

This hotel is perfectly located near to Heuston rail for arrivals on the transfer bus from the airport and is right on the Luas tram line for trips into the city as well as being close to the Gaol, but without the noise of being a city hotel. The bed was so comfortable and everything was clean & comfortable with staff pulling out the stops when told it was for a birthday break to the city. A great Irish breakfast really does set you up for the day and the bar is very relaxing after a days tramping round the sights. My only negative was the price of the drinks in the bar really ! Staff were brilliant and if we were to return to Dublin, we would stay here again.

Great spot for a break in the city. 5 min walk from the train station and bang on the Luas line too.

Really nice rooms too. Breakfast is a buffet but a a really good one.

Food seems a dear though. The bar was a nice place to chill too.

We stayed for the weekend of 20th-22nd Jan 2012 ,Would recommend this hotel to anyone looking to visit the city as the Luas Line leaves from about 50 metres on either side of the hotel which is very convienent as it goes to the city centre then on to the 02 or as we were going to the Grand Canal Theater it stops close to it also.The hotel and staff were excellent the room was clean and very modern,would have liked a little mini fridge though, Food in the restaurant was excellent also,a very pleasant place to stay for the weekend.