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If you are taking a car trip through Ireland, and your car travels take you through its capital, Dublin, consider staying at the Chief O’Neil’s hotel. One of the newest hotels in the country, its interiors are refreshingly modern, and some would say, “funky.” The hotel is named after the former Chicago Police Chief from the 19th Century; Francis O’Neill. Born near Bantry in Co. Cork, he was a strong supporter of Irish music. The hotel captures both his quirky personality and love for the arts by supporting the goal of expressing and updating Irish traditions in hospitality, music and design. It is a unique alternative to some of Dublin’s older establishments. The bedrooms feature a very original contemporary design characterized by vibrant colour schemes and modern furnishings. The penthouse suites are equipped by outdoor patios with views of the city, and have a huge round sunken Jacuzzi bath that can fit several people. True to Chief O’Neill’s legacy, the hotel’s facilities include a stylish cafe bar area and venue for live music, from Jazz to Traditional Irish. The Kelly & Ping’s Restaurant is literally a melting pot of flavours, from Mediterannean to Asian. The hotel is located in the center of the recently redeveloped Smithfield’s area of Dublin. The bars, restaurants, music venues, and various historical and cultural attractions are just a convenient car drive away. Some of the places you can visit by car travel are the Chimney Viewing Tower, Smithfield’s traditional Sunday market, Old Jameson’s Whiskey Distillery, and the Guinness Storehouse. If you are interested in taking a car trip through Ireland, you can approach the numerous car hire agencies located in major cities and airports. Hiring a car is one of the best ways of seeing Ireland, since it gives you the freedom to explore the destinations that most interest you. Your car hire agency representatives will be more than happy to help you prepare a personalized car hire itinerary, and provide a list of places like Chief O’Neil’s which can serve as a base for your car travels.