Locke to open its first locally-led aparthotel in Dublin this December.
Pioneering hospitality brand Locke will open its first location outside of the UK, Zanzibar Locke, in the heart of Dublin’s city center overlooking the Ha’penny Bridge on 11th December. With five UK locations, Locke is leading the way in a new hybrid home-meets-hotel concept that combines the space and comfort of home with the experience and thoughtful design of a boutique hotel.
“Locke’s forward-thinking aparthotel concept has shown resilience throughout the pandemic in the UK – and we’re excited to bring its unique proposition to the Dublin market. In an exceptionally challenging year for Irish hospitality, we are delighted to round off 2020 with the opening of Zanzibar Locke; and it is with great thanks to our local partners for their support, which has enabled us to achieve this.” – Osgur Ó Ciardha, Country General Manager.
From its interiors to music playlists, the brand has worked extensively with Irish partners and suppliers to create Zanzibar Locke; and in doing so, aims to build a unique, inclusive environment that is deeply embedded in the social fabric of its neighbourhood.
Situated on Ormond Quay, with views overlooking the River Liffey, Zanzibar Locke draws on its rich architectural heritage to inform its design. Formerly the site of infamous noughties’ hotspot Zanzibar Nightclub – which inspired the aparthotel’s name – the Georgian building has been sensitively restored and developed by Dublin-based interior design studio O’Donnell O’Neill Design and C+W O’Brien Architects. Working with local contractors, joiners and artists, O’Donnell O’Neill and C+W O’Brien worked hard to retain the original character of the building, while combining the stylish design, contemporary fittings and custom furniture synonymous with Locke.
The aparthotel will also house BARAZA, which will be operated by Dublin foodie favourites NolaClan (House Dublin, 9 Below and Xico). Located on the mezzanine floor, BARAZA will serve coffee and light bites from 7am, before transitioning into a lively restaurant serving seasonal small plates and craft cocktails from 4pm. During its opening period, it will also feature a pop-up from grilled cheese connoisseurs, Griolladh.
“We’re excited to partner with Locke on its food and drink offering in Dublin, and bring our new restaurant and bar concept, BARAZA, to Zanzibar Locke. Our ambition is to create an all-day dining experience in a vibrant, beautiful environment that locals and travelers alike can enjoy”. – Alan Clancy, Founder, NolaClan.
Locke aims to liberate guests from the confines of the traditional hotel room by designing spaces that are made to be lived in. Each of Zanzibar Locke’s 160 studio apartments come equipped with fully fitted kitchens and living space; as well as access to activated social areas, original food and drink offerings and a locally-led cultural programme. Generously-sized rooms create a sense of freedom unique to the Irish market, where guests can enjoy the option of a short stay in a City Studio (average 25sqm) or retreat to a larger premium River Suite (average 40sqm) for a long-term stay.
As we continue to navigate travel over the coming months, Locke’s self-contained studio apartments provide safe, clean, and flexible accommodation for business and leisure travellers, as well as short-term residents.
Opening rates from €109; to celebrate the opening of Zanzibar Locke, book a one-night stay and dinner at BARAZA for €179.
Book your Zanzibar Locke at lockeliving.com/zanzibar-locke.
About Locke
Locke aims to engage a type of traveller that have an expectation for personal awakening, creativity and the opportunity to forge spontaneous connections with like-minded travellers and locals. Celebrating the character and social fabric of each location, Locke creates a destination that inspires and connects through beautiful, forward-thinking design and meaningful human connection.
Locke will open a second location in Dublin, Beckett Locke, in Dublin’s North Docks in March 2021.
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About O’Donnell O’Neill
O’Donnell O’Neill Design is an interior architecture/design studio formed in 2001 by Graham O’Donnell and Ann-Marie O’Neill. Specializing in interior design for the hospitality industry, the studio was formed by Graham and Ann-Marie out of their passion for creating unique interior design spaces and exciting and innovative design concepts.
O’Donnell O’Neill Design have completed many prestigious and award-winning Projects that have shaped the face of dining, drinking, and socialising in Ireland and beyond. the design practise currently employs 15 interior architects/designers in addition to the expertise of the design directors and has creative design studios in Dublin and Belfast.
For more information contact O Donnell O Neill Design at create@ooda.ie #ODonnellONeill OODA.IE
About C+W O’Brien Architects
C+W O’Brien Architects are a multi-disciplinary Architectural Practice with offices in Dublin and Cork. Their commitment to delivering design driven architectural solutions is reflected in their people, vision and experience to ensure they provide value by design.
C+W O’Brien have delivered many high-level commercial projects for their clients and are currently working on Zanzibar Locke’s sister hotel (also in Dublin), Beckett Locke beside the world famous Dublin’s 3Arena. The practise currently employs high calibre staff, ranging from Architects, Architectural Technologists to Interior Architects and designers.
For more information contact C+W O’Brien Architects at info@cwoarchitects.ie www.cwoarchitects.ie #cwoarchitects
About NolaClan
NolaClan is a hospitality company which operates a range of high-profile bars, restaurants and hotels across Ireland. The NolaClan portfolio includes Dublin’s 37 Dawson Street, Xico and 9 Below, The Oyster Tavern in Cork and the House brand, which has locations in Dublin, Limerick and Belfast.
Customer satisfaction is the guiding principle by which we operate. We seek to delight, inspire, excite and connect with our customers every day that we open the doors of a NolaClan venue.
