Employee of the Year 2009

Congratulations to John, our Business Centre Porter, who was awarded Employee of the Year 2009 in the Grand Hotel this afternoon. Congratulations John!

Sarah Ann McGrath - Assistant HR Manager

Staff Achiever of the Final Quarter 2009

Congratulations to Siobhan, our Florist, who was awarded Staff Achiever of the Final Quarter 2009 in the Grand Hotel this afternoon. Congratulations Siobhan!

Sarah Ann McGrath - Assistant HR Manager

Seasons Greetings from the Grand Hotel

The Grand Hotel, Malahide would like to take this opportunity to wish all their customers and staff a very Merry Christmas and every happiness for 2010!

Sarah Ann McGrath - Assistant HR Manager

St. Sylvester's Hurlers Win Leinster Junior Final

Management and Staff at the Grand Hotel would like to congratulate David Keogh (Lounge Person), Kieran Falvey (Lounge Person) and the rest of their St. Sylvester's teammates who beat Edenderry 2-11 to 1-8 in the final of the Leinster Special Junior Hurling Competition yesterday, Sunday, 6th December 2009.

Sarah Ann McGrath - Assistant HR Manager

Arena Pink Ladies V T-Birds Challenge

The Arena Health and Fitness Club recently held a challenge named "Pink Ladies V T-Birds" to finally find out which is the better gender.

In a tight finish the "Pink Ladies" came out on top marginally to inflict a forfeit on the male staff in the Arena. That forfeit was to dress as pink ladies for the day and was met with great amusement from all members of the Arena.

Pictured above with Arena members are Philip Byrne (Assistant Arena Health and Fitness Club Manager), Dmitri Lapidus (Arena Work Experience Student) and Ciaran Foy (Leisure Specialist).

Sarah Ann McGrath - Assistant HR Manager

Philip Byrne - Assistant Arena Health and Fitness Club Manager

St. Sylvester's Hurlers Reach Leinster Junior Final

Management and Staff at the Grand Hotel would like to wish David Keogh (Lounge Person), Kieran Falvey (Lounge Person) and the rest of the St. Sylvester's team the very best of luck as they face Edenderry in the final of the Leinster Special Junior Hurling Competition on Sunday, 6th December 2009.

Throw in is at 2.15pm on Sunday, December 6 in St. Sylvester's GAA grounds at Broomfield, Malahide. This will be an historic occasion for both sides as it is a first Leinster final appearance for both clubs.

Edenderry shall travel with lots of confidence following their impressive wins already in the competition, however St. Sylvester's are Junior Hurling Champions in Dublin this year and fought a tough drawn quarter final with Rathoath of Meath before easily winning the replay. They then accounted for Greystones in the semi-final on a 1-11 to 0-9 scoreline.

Sarah Ann McGrath - Assistant HR Manager

Getting the DART to the Grand Hotel?

Getting the DART to the Grand Hotel? Please note that as of Sunday, 29th November 2009, a range of service changes have taken effect. In a major review of DART schedules, a new regular 15-minute interval service is to be introduced across the full day (Monday to Saturday), with additional services operating at peak times (Monday to Friday) to match demand. The regular interval service will eliminate occasional significant gaps in service at off-peak times, and give an easily understandable pattern of services through the day for customers.

For more information, including new timetables, visit http://www.irishrail.ie/

Sarah Ann McGrath - Assistant HR Manager

Sporting Fingal are FAI Ford Cup champions

Congratulations to Philip Byrne (Assistant Arena Health and Fitness Club Manager) and the rest of the Sporting Fingal team who beat Sligo Rovers 2 - 1 to win the FAI Ford Cup final at Tallaght Stadium on Sunday, 22nd November 2009.

Sarah Ann McGrath - Assistant HR Manager

Grand Hotel Employee is St. Sylvesters GAA Club U-21's Footballer of the Year!

Congratulations to Barry Ryan (Lounge Staff - Grand Hotel) who was named St Sylveters GAA Club Under-21's Football Player of the Year 2009 at their annual awards ceremony which took place in the Grand Hotel on Saturday, 21st November 2009.

Best of luck to Barry and his team who shall play Kilmacud Croke on Thursday, 26th November 2009 in the quarter finals of the Dublin Football Championship.

Sarah Ann McGrath - Assistant HR Manager

Malahide Viaduct Rail Line Reopens

Full rail services have resumed on the Dublin-Belfast line following the completion of repair work on the Malahide Viaduct in north Dublin. Iarnród Éireann have said that the line reopened this morning and a normal timetable has been restored for Northern Commuter and Belfast Enterprise services.

Services had been curtailed since August 2009 after part of the viaduct collapsed into the estuary.

Speed over the line will be reduced to 25mph for the first two weeks, before being raised to 50mph for another fortnight and then eventually 90mph.

Some €4m has been spent on repair works to restore the viaduct included rebuilding the pier and strengthening foundations, strengthening all the piers along the viaduct and relaying the track.

Sarah Ann McGrath - Assistant HR Manager

World Cup Qualifier Press Conference Held in Grand Hotel

On Friday, 13th November 2009, the manager of the Irish soccer team, Giovanni Trapattoni , held his final press conference here in the Grand Hotel before the vital World Cup Qualifier. There was a huge press interest in this briefing with TV and print journalists from both Ireland and France in large attendance. During his briefing, Trapattoni said “'We need the same spirit, we need the same performance, we need the attitude we have had in the games throughout qualification - but we have to add some more”.

Sarah Ann McGrath - Assistant HR Manager

EIQA Awards 2009

Congratulations to the Arena Health and Fitness Club who were finalists in the 2009 EIQA Quality and Excellence Awards. The ceremony took place in the Burlington Hotel on Friday, 30th October 2009.

The annual awards ceremony is the highlight of the calendar year for EIQA, celebrating the drive, commitment and achievements of all of the nominated companies. With over 150 companies competing for awards in various categories on the night the atmosphere was electric with everyone eagerly anticipating the results of their award category.

Pictured with Martin Roper (Technical Director of the EIQA) are Suzanne Byrne (Arena Health and Fitness Club Manager) and Philip Byrne (Assistant Arena Health and Fitness Club Manager).

Sarah Ann McGrath - Assistant HR Manager

Grand Hotel Employee Part of Winning Junior County Hurling Final Team

Congratulations to Grand Hotel employee Kieran Falvey (Lounge Person) and the St Sylvesters Hurling team who beat Clanna Gael Fontenoy in the Junior County Final on Sunday, 1st November 2009. The final score was St Sylvester's 1-15, Clanna Gael Fontenoy 1-4.

Sarah Ann McGrath - Assistant HR Manager

Rail services to resume across Malahide viaduct from Monday

Iarnrod Eireann is to reopen the viaduct at Malahide, Co. Dublin, and resume normal commuter services on Monday, 16th November 2009.

Northern commuter and Belfast Enterprise services have been disrupted for almost three months since a section of the viaduct collapsed on 21st August 2009.

The 5.40am train from Dundalk to Pearse Station shall be the first passenger service to use the reopened line as full rail services resume.

Please note that Iarnrod Eireann has announced that replacement bus services shall no longer operate and that strengthened routes 33XC and 33D shall now be scaled back.

Sarah Ann McGrath - Assistant HR Manager

Halloween at the Arena Health and Fitness Club, Malahide

The annual Arena Health and Fitness Club Halloween Party took place on Saturday, 31st October 2009 for all members and Hotel guests.

Sarah Ann McGrath - Assistant HR Manager

Grand Hotel Employee Completes Marathon in 3 Hours and 39 Mins

Congratulations to Grand Hotel employee Barbara Tobin (Accounts Department) who completed Monday's Lifestyle Sports Adidas Dublin Marathon with an amazing finish time of 3 hours and 39 minutes! Management and staff at the Grand Hotel are so proud of Barbara who ran in aid of Action Breast Cancer. Congratulations Barbara!

Sarah Ann McGrath - Assistant HR Manager

Grand Hotel Employee to Play in Junior County Hurling Final

Grand Hotel employee Kieran Falvey (Lounge Person) is part of the St Sylvesters Hurling team which shall contest the Junior County Final on Sunday, 1st November 2009 at 1pm in Parnell Park. St Sylvesters are playing against Clanna Gael Fontenoy, and it is the first time in 18 years that St Sylvesters have reached the Junior County Final!

Sarah Ann McGrath - Assistant HR Manager

Arena Member is Leading Irish Lady in Marathon

Congratulations to Arena Health and Fitness Club member Annette Kealy who was the leading Irish lady in Monday's Lifestyle Sports Adidas Dublin Marathon with a finish time of 2.45.43! Congratulations Annette!

Sarah Ann McGrath - Assistant HR Manager

Grand Hotel Employee Takes Part in FAI Ford Cup Final

The kick-off time for the 2009 FAI Ford Cup final between Sligo Rovers and Sporting Fingal has been confirmed for 3pm on Sunday, 22nd November 2009. The match shall take place in the Tallaght Stadium.

This is the first time Sporting Fingal have reached the FAI Ford Cup final in their short history. RTE has confirmed that the game shall be broadcast live on RTE Two.

The Grand Hotel would like to take this opportunity to wish our Assistant Arena Health and Fitness Club Manager, and Sporting Fingal Defender, Philip Byrne the very best of luck! We are proud to be supporting Philip and his team!

Sarah Ann McGrath - Assistant HR Manager

Staff Achiever of the Quarter

Congratulations to Grand Hotel employee Ann Ashe (Palm Court Waiting Staff) on being awarded Staff Achiever of the Third Quarter 2009!

Sarah Ann McGrath - Assistant HR Manager

Museum of Childhood and Tara's Palace

If you are looking for a family friendly activity over the Halloween mid-term break, look no further than the Museum of Childhood and Tara's Palace.

The Museum is located in the beautifully restored old Corn Store building in the courtyard of Malahide Castle. Grandparents and parents love reminiscingwith their children and grandchildren about the toys they played with when they were children. The Museum of Childhood is one of Dublin's 'must see' museums. It is a hidden treasure. Ideal as part of a 'day trip' to Malahide Castle.

Malahide is easily reached by car, bus, or DART. This Halloween the Museum shall be open daily from October 24th to October 31st from 12 midday to 4pm. Come and see their Halloween display. They have a 'Colour a Halloween picture' competition each day, and their 'Halloween Quiz' is great fun for everybody. On Saturday 31st, they shall have face painting. All admission fees are donated to childrens charities. For more information, please visit http://www.taraspalace.ie/

Sarah Ann McGrath - Assistant HR Manager

Collapsed Rail Line to Re-Open in November

Services to Belfast and commuter routes to Dundalk and Drogheda were stopped when the viaduct at Malahide estuary fell into the sea in August 2009.

A delegation from the Malahide Chamber of Commerce committee, that is liaising with Iarnrod Éireann, was led on an inspection tour of the line works in September. Al Ryan, a Director in the Grand and Marine Hotels, led the group as current President of the Chamber.

There is now great news for commuters travelling to and from the Grand Hotel. Commuter rail services halted by the collapse of the viaduct shall return to normal next month with repair work well ahead of schedule. Stress tests shall take place before the line is reopened to passenger traffic

Despite fears of months of delays, a spokesman for Iarnrod Eireann confirmed that services shall resume in November, well ahead of plan.

Sarah Ann McGrath - Assistant HR Manager

Fingal Community Television

Fingal Community Television was launched on October 1st and is already available over the internet on http://www.fingalcommunitytv.com/. Even without an internet connection, you can currently sample some of the station's output on the Dublin Community Television on NTL, channel 802.

The channel has a hardworking board of directors who are all local and are community activists in Fingal for years. They see the channel as a crucial step in fostering a community identity for the county.

Sarah Ann McGrath - Assistant HR Manager

Hallowe'en Events

Bram Stoker's Dracula Museum

This museum offers a spine chilling experience featuring many aspects from the lives of both Bram Stoker & Dracula!!!!!

Westwood Centre, Clontarf
Tel – 8057855 & 8530353
Friday - 4-10pm, Saturday 12-10 pm & Sunday 12-9pm
Cost – Adults €7 & Children €4

Hallowe'en Events

Dublin Ghost Bus

Why not take a trip on the Ghost Bus? It brings you on a spellbinding trip through Dublin, you will learn the real origins of Dracula, the strange activities of the ghost of Dr Clossey, the gruesome secrets of our city graveyards & a trip to “Hell”!

Dublin Bus Tel – 8794222
Monday to Thursday – 8pm
Fridays – 8pm & 8.30pm
Saturday & Sunday – 7pm & 9.30pm
Cost - €25 (Not Suitable for children under 14)

Posted by Niamh King

European Cross Country Championships

We are delighted to announce that preparations are well advanced for the hosting of the 16th Spar European Cross Country Championships in Dublin on the 13th December 2009. This, the first European Athletics Championship event ever to be held in Ireland, will be a momentous occasion for the sport. The event takes place not a far distance from the hotel in Morton Stadium, Santry.

The hosting of major events like the Spar European Cross Country Championships is the foremost way for us to develop and foster our great sport within the country.

Tickets for the event can be purchased now through Ticktermaster.

Jean Brophy - Sales Executive

Fingal SPCA

The Fingal Society of Prevention of Cruelty to Animals was established in January 2009, when a group with lots of experience in the area of animal welfare came together to provide a rescue service for cats and dogs, and indeed all animals. They also rehabilitate injured animals.
The six-strong committee is assisted in its work by a dozen or so kind, dedicated volunteers who provide shelter to the animals the organisation rescues.

The organisation is currently looking for caring homes to welcome adult cats or nervous kittens into their families. Anybody who wishes to help or make a donation to the Fingal SPCA should please contact 018436477.

Sarah Ann McGrath - Assistant HR Manager

St Sylvesters Hurling

It's a busy weekend in prospect for our St Sylvesters hurlers!

First up on Saturday, 26th September 2009 at 3.30pm in Bridgefield, the Under-16 hurlers meet a cracking Lucan side in the A Championship semi-final.

On Sunday, 27th September 2009 we move to Parnell Park where the Under-15 hurlers take on St Vincents in the Under-15 B Championship Final. Throw in is at 1pm.

Best of luck to both teams! All support this weekend is most welcome!

Sarah Ann McGrath - Assistant HR Manager

Ladies All Ireland Football Final

Pride of the parish, Sinead Ahearne, carries all our hopes and best wishes into the All Ireland Ladies Football Final next Sunday, 27th September 2009. This Dublin team needs the support of everyone involved in Dublin GAA across all levels and from every corner of the county.

In addition, our very own St Sylvester’s Gaelic-4-Mothers team take on the Tipperary opposition during the half time interval in the very first game of this new code in Croke Park.

Best of luck to all!

Sarah Ann McGrath - Assistant HR Manager

Dunsink Observatory

Dunsink Observatory is the oldest scientific institution in Ireland. Built in 1783-1785 for the first Andrews' Professor of Astronomy in Trinity College Dublin, the observatory is situated on a hill 13 nmiles west of the Grand Hotel
Open Nights are held on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of each month during the winter months (October-March). Weather permitting, visitors can view celestial objects through the historic Grubb Telescope and two smaller telescopes. Visitors can also attend audio-visual presentations and lectures on a wide variety of topics in astronomy. There is also a question and answer session on all your astronomy related queries. Open nights are free of charge.
If you wish to attend the Open Nights, please contact Hilary O'Donnell,
Tel: +353-1-6621333, E-mail: hod@cp.dias.ie
Posted by Niamh King

Fourknocks

Fourknocks is a passage chamber built about 5000 years ago. It is located about 16 miles north west of Malahide. The name Fourknocks may come from Fuair Cnocs (cold hills) describing its exposed location or more recently from Four Cnocs (four hills or tombs) meaning Newgrange, Knowth, Dowth and itself.

The Fingal area has many hidden treasures to explore, Fourknocks is probably the oldest of these amazing places.

Posted by Niamh King

Tidy Towns Competition 2009

Malahide received a Gold Medal in the Large Urban Centre category in the Tidy Towns Competition 2009. Malahide, a past national winner of the Tidy Towns Competition, was also Highly Commended in the County Awards.

Sarah Ann McGrath - Assistant HR Manager

Relaxing Lunch in Sunny Malahide

Why not make the most of the weather this weekend? Take a nice long stroll around Malahide and it's sandy beaches finished off with a nice relaxing lunch served in the Grand Hotel.

The Coast Restaurant’s beautiful view over Malahide Estuary is complimented by contemporary food and professional service. It truly is the perfect way to end any afternoon.

Take a sneak preview of our menus attached to whet your appetite!

Light Lunch Menu and Sunday Lunch Menu

Jean Brophy - Sales Executive

Marine Hotel - Facebook and Twitter!

The Marine Hotel, our sister Hotel in Sutton, is now on both Facebook and Twitter!

Please click on the following link to become a fan of the Marine Hotel on Facebook:

http://www.facebook.com/pages/Dublin/Marine-Hotel-Sutton/230977715553

To follow the Marine Hotel on Twitter, please click on the following link:

http://twitter.com/marinehotel

Sarah Ann McGrath - Assistant HR Manager

Malahide Gaelic Football and Hurling

Ladies Gaelic Football:

Congratulations to Sinead Aherne who was part of the Dublin Ladies Football team (The Jackies) who have reached the All Ireland Final. Sinead scored 1-9 in the semi final win over Monaghan.

There is no rest for them though, as they join our near neighbours Naomh Mearnog to play Na Fianna in the Dublin Ladies Senior Championship Final on Friday, 11th September at 20.30 in Parnell Park.

The Ladies All Ireland 7s will again be hosted by Naomh Mearnog and St Sylvesters on Saturday, 26th September 2009. A lot of work is being done by the club in having the dressing rooms in Broomfield redecorated for this event. On All Ireland day itself, St Sylvester’s shall be participating in the Gaelic For Mothers match at half time. Team manager Declan Lynch has been working in preparing the team over the last number of weeks.

Your support is most welcome in Croke Park on the day to support the ‘mothers’ and also Sinead Aherne and the Jackies in their quest for All Ireland glory against Cork. This in turn will be followed by an All Ireland Gaelic For Mothers tournament to be hosted by St Sylvester’s on Sunday, 11th October 2009 with 300 participants expected on the day. We will have a further update in a couple of weeks.

Meanwhile, our Under 14 girls had a hard fought win over Castlenock on Friday night in Broomfield and share top spot with Kilmacud in the Division 1 League.

Juvenile Hurling:

Bridgefield is the place to be this Saturday and Sunday with Championship matches for St Sylvesters Under 16s and U15s. On Saturday, 12th September 2009 at 2.30pm, the newly promoted U16s face a stern test against high flying Na Fianna in the Division 1 quarter Finals. On Sunday, 13th September 2009 at 11.30am, the U15s face Nh. Oliver Plunkett/Eoin Rua in the Championship semi finals. With little between these teams in the league games a hard and close match is expected.

Please come along and support your village teams! For more information, please visit: http://www.stsylvesters.ie/

Ernie Brenner - Financial Controller

Malahide Library - Century of Sport Seminar

A Century of Sports seminar shall take place in Malahide Library this Saturday September 12th 2009. Jim Glennon, former Irish rugby player, shall do the introduction in the morning and Clr Alan Farrell shall do the summary remarks in the evening time.

The schedule for the event is as follows:

10.15 - Tea/Coffee
10.30 - Introduction by JimGlennon
10.45 - St Sylvesters GAA
11.10 - Malahide Cricket Club
11.30 - Tea/Coffee
11.45 - Malahide Rugby Club
12.10 - Malahide United AFC
12.30 - Malahide Golf Club
13.50 - Lunch
14.00 - Malahide Yacht Club
14.20 - The Island Golf Club
14.40 - Lawn Tennis & Croquet Club
15.00 - Closing Remarks Clr Alan Farrell

Tea, coffee and croissants are being supplied by Java Junction ...a delicious start to an interesting and fun day!

Malahide Library would really like to have a good crowd present and show their appreciation to all the clubs involved. It would be a great help if people wishing to come could telephone the library to reserve a place on 01-8704430.

Sarah Ann McGrath - Assistant HR Manager

Bridge Collapse at Broadmeadows Estuary, Malahide - Transport Update

To cope with the increased demands on the public transport network, Iarnród Éireann has confirmed details for enhancements to the alternative arrangements in place for Northern line commuters in the wake of the collapse of the Broadmeadows viaduct.

Please click on the following link for updated information regarding Rail and Bus services to and from the Grand Hotel, Malahide:

http://www.irishrail.ie/news_centre/travel_alerts.asp?action=view&news_id=501

Sarah Ann McGrath - Assistant HR Manager

Malahide

Malahide is renowned for offering top quality entertainment and events. From the weekly Irish Farmer’s Market and to the much loved Brendan Burke Comedy Club.
Malahide pubs offer a variety of music and entertainment from local artists as well as international acts.
‘Malahide Art Alley’ located beside Café Provincal in the town has weekend exhibits showcasing the work of local artists. These exhibitions are well worth a visit as they.
Tours of Malahide Castle are available 7 days a week. This interesting and informative tour comprises a history of and a tour of the castle. If you’re lucky you may even get to meet ‘Puck’ one of Malahides 5 ghosts.
The local yacht club has regular regattas and exhibitions that are a joy to watch from the comfort of the shore. These spectacular events happen on a monthly basis.
Posted by Niamh King

Women's Mini Marathon 2009

Congratulations to The Arena Team of 2009. This year The Arena Team raised an amazing total of €8,312.00 for St Francis Hospice!!!

The staff at The Arena would like to say a special Thank You to all of the ladies who took part this year and helped us to reach our best ever total for St Francis Hospice!

Last Wednesday, 19th of August, we held a coffee morning in the Grand Hotel with St. Francis Hospice and the Ladies of The Arena Team 2009. We used this opportunity to present to St Francis Hospice the Cheque of €8312.00

Once again we would like to take this opportunity to thank all of you who took part. This years Mini Marathon can only be described as a total success and we would love to see all back again for next year!!!





Jean Brophy - Sales Executive

Bridge Collapse at Broadmeadows Estuary, Malahide - Transport Update

Further to the recent bridge collapse at Malahide, we can now provide all guests travelling to and from the Grand Hotel with the following update:

Bus transfers have been arranged for services between Belfast and Dublin. A shuttle service is operating between Drogheda and Skerries. Replacement bus services are also running between Dublin and stations north of the city. The Belfast Enterprise service will only run between Belfast and Drogheda, with bus transfers in and out of Dublin. Local Dart services between Malahide and Howth Junction have resumed, and are operating normally.

Sarah Ann McGrath - Assistant HR Manager

Bridge Collapse at Broadmeadows Estuary, Malahide

The collapse of the railway viaduct at Broadmeadow in Malahide thankfully did not result in any injuries or fatalities. On Sunday 23rd August a meeting was convened by all the interested parties and a committee called the Broadmeadow Liaison Group was established to operate under the auspices of the Malahide Chamber of Commerce. Since then we have spoken directly to the key people in Iarnrod Éireann and Fingal County Council and our concerns has been accepted by them. We also received the support of our local politicians.

Iarnrod Éireann has brought in experts from the U.S. to study the weir and foundations of the bridge. They are presently planning to create a new span from pier 3 to pier 5, skipping the collapsed pier. It may then be possible to reopen the bridge while further work is carried out on strengthening the remainder of the bridge. For the moment though, emphasis is being placed on securing the existing structures including the weir.

In the meantime extra train and bus services are running to and from Malahide. We will be sure to keep you updated with further information as we receive it!

Jean Brophy - Sales Executive

Malahide Trivia

The name Malahide is an anglasised version of Mullagh Ide, meaning "Sandhills of the Hydes" a local Norman family
Posted by Niamh King

Malahide Trivia

Did you know the Talbot Family of Malahide Castle resided there for 799 years from 1174 until 1973?

Kids Go Free at the Grand Hotel!!

Looking for a treat this weekend?? Why not come sample our mouth watering new menus in Coast Restaurant and bring the kids along for a true family treat. Children under the age of 12 dine for free in the Coast Restaurant at the Grand Hotel, Malahide!!

Terms and conditions apply

Click here to view Kids Menu

Jean Brophy - Sales Executive

Marine Hotel Sutton - New Website

Check out the brand new website of the Marine Hotel, our sister Hotel in Sutton:

http://www.marinehotel.ie/

Sarah Ann McGrath - Assistant HR Manager

Sunday Night Special at the Grand Hotel

Summer is coming to an end and the weekends are just not long enough!! Why not extend the weekend in style this Sunday, 16th of August, with an overnight stay in the renowned Grand Hotel. Rates available from as little as €69.00 Room Only!!

Check out our Hotel website http://www.thegrand.ie/ and book a room today!

Jean Brophy - Sales Executive

Recycling

The Grand Hotel recently began to recycle with gusto! the hotel had always recycled but with the help of Thorntons Recycling we have increased our recycling and composting amounts and reduced the amount of waste going to land fill!!!! Well done to the Green Team and all the staff!

We are in competition with our sister hotel, the Marine Hotel in Sutton to be the most eco friendly of the 2 hotels so lets keep up the good work!

Celebrate Christmas in Style - Christmas Party Nights 2009

Our Christmas party package has been finalised and we are delighted to enclose our festive brochure outlining our Christmas Party Nights, Festive Lunches, Dinners and special accommodation rates for all party guests.

Our Christmas party nights are priced at only Eur69.00 per person and are extremely popular. We would be delighted to welcome you to the Grand Hotel to celebrate with us, so call today to secure your preferred date.

For enquiries and bookings please contact 01 816 8218 or email christmas@thegrand.ie for more information.

We look forward to celebrating the season in style with you!

Christmas Party Brochure 2009


Jean Brophy - Sales Executive

Staff Achiever of the Quarter

Congratulations to Catherine Day (Personnel – Grand Hotel) and Siobhan Smyth (Accommodation Assistant / Restaurant Waiting Staff – Marine Hotel) on being awarded Staff Achiever of the Second Quarter 2009!

Sarah Ann McGrath - Assistant HR Manager

Leinster Rugby Team visit Malahide

The Leinster Cup Winning team and full squad visit Malahide on 12th August. Come to Malahide, see the squad in action, learn rugby tips and enjoy the day.

Have you photos taken with players, autographs and much much more. Bring your Cup Final Programme or other memento and have it signed by the Leinster Players.

Join Malahide Rugby Club on 12th August 2009 from 3.00pm.

For more information, call Ronan on 01-8464200 Mon-Fri (09.00 to 17.30)

Malahide Carnegie Library Celebrates its Centenary

The staff at the library would like to invite you to the launch of a Photographic Exhibition of Irish Carnegie Libraries from the Library Council.

Speech on the night by Brendan Grimes, D.I.T lecturer and author of Irish Carnegie Libraries.

All welcome from 6 p.m on Wednesday 2nd September

An Taoisach launches the opening of the Grand Hotel's extension

After alot of hard work and time the Grand Hotel opened its doors to its new Lobby & a 50 Bedroom extension.

Some lucky staff members were moved into brand new offices too!

We celebrated by having an open night here in the Hotel, with local celebrities, local businesses and valued customers, an Taoiseach Bertie Ahern was our guest of honour!

Matthew Ryan elected President of the Irish Hotels Federation (IHF)

Mr Matthew Ryan, our Managing Director was elected President of the Irish Hotels Federation (IHF) for a two year term at its 70th Annual Conference in Kilkenny. Mr Ryan is the 32nd President of the Federation. The IHF is the premier representative tourism body in Ireland, and the national organisation represents over 1,000 hotel and guesthouses!

Grand Hotel hosts the Irish National Football Squad

There is always a great buzz around the hotel when the Irish soccer team come to stay!

Malahide is the base camp for the Irish National Football team. Prior
to the important game with Georgia, the Irish Team Manager Giovanni
Trapattoni and team star Robbie Keane briefed the press at the Grand
Hotel. The Hotel is very proud of its association with the Football
Association of Ireland with which it has a long standing relationship.
The FAI are one of the many famous organisations who are regular
clients of the Grand Hotel.

Grand Hotel wins Gold Award at the Irish Accommodation Services Institute Awards ceremony

Our Accommodation Manager Joan Brennan and her team won Gold at a standards award ceremony. Joan and her team work so hard here in the Grand Hotel, it was well deserved!

Congratulations to all!!!!

The Irish Accommodation Services Institute is a national body representing the professional interests of the accommodation industry throughout Ireland. Its members include accommodation managers, supervisors and all personnel working in the accommodation field in the hotel and catering industry.

Charity Events - Holles Street Hospital

Late last year the Staff began fundraising for Holles St. Each Department chose a different way of fundraising. There was a cake sale, a 24 hour treadmill-athon, a football tournament, and a smoking toll for staff!
Pictured are Mr Matthew Ryan (Managing Director), Caroline Kelly
(HR Manager), Gillian Butler (Operations Manager - Grand Hotel) and
Suzanne Byrne (Arena Health & Fitness Club Manager) at Holles Street
Hospital on Wednesday, 18th March 2009 with the new EEG brain-activity
monitor (the first in Ireland) and the high-end incubator.

Holles Street Hospital were extremely grateful to all staff and
management in the Company for the great efforts made in raising the
funds. Well done to all!

3 things to do in Malahide

Loads of things to do in Malahide and here are just 3.

1. Stay in the Grand Hotel Malahide (obviously)
2. Visit Malahide Castle
3. Stroll along the Sandy Beaches.

Malahide for the August Bank Holiday Weekend?

Well, it's Thursday and we're almost into the weekend. If your looking for something to do why not check out our hotel website and book a room. Spend the August weekend with us in Malahide.

Fingers crossed for good weather !!!

Summer Offers In Malahide

Enjoy a well deserved break and avail of our renowned service and surroundings from only €69 room only or €74 B&B this Summer at the Grand Hotel Malahide

Grand Hotel Malahide

The Grand Hotel offers a full four star service with extensive accommodation, leisure, conference and banquet facilities. We are located just 15 minutes from Dublin Airport and 2 minutes away from the DART rail service.

This award winning town bustles with life. Situated by Malahide Estuary, the Grand Hotel is the anchor around which much of the town was built. The main visitor attraction is Malahide Castle with its extensive demesne and art collection from the National Portrait Galley. The town has a beautiful Marina and boasts a wide variety of restaurants, pubs and shops. There is much to see and do in the area including golf on the Championship course at Portmarnock or any of the other seven nearby courses.