The Most Historical Room in Ireland -Dine in the Constitution Suite

In 1922, a group of men sat around an oak table in Room 112 in The Shelbourne Hotel, Dublin. Over a number of months, they drafted the vital document that would become the first Constitution of Ireland, Bunreacht na hÉireann. Now, you can dine where history was changed.

The Most Historical Room in Ireland – Dine in the Constitution Suite

The Constitution was drawn up to signal the birth of the Republic of Ireland. The room still exists, as does the oak table and chairs on which the signatories sat. The original Room 112 in the Shelbourne Hotel is now called The Constitution Suite. It is preserved as a tribute to the work of the signatories who laboured to bring about the founding of our State.

A gathering of solemn, passionate patriots sat around the great oak table. For hours and days, weeks, and months, they dreamed and debated the future of their newborn nation. It was only the beginning of a very long process, but it was a moment of undeniable optimism, hope and courage.

In 1922, there were only three copies made of the final document, one of which was given to The Shelbourne Hotel; and it is here in this room. The décor, art, design and images in the room reflect the importance of its history.

The Constitution Dining Experience 

The Shelbourne Hotel offers a unique private dining experience, where guests can book the Constitution Room for private dinners! The event will include a historical introduction, and musical accompaniment by a harpist. There will be a carefully designed menu, full of classic dishes chosen to reflect the era of the 1920s.

The Constitution Dining Experience is available from the for groups of ten to twenty-four guests. Price €290 per person. For more information, please contact sales@theshelbourne.com.

As a hub of business and social life in Dublin, The Shelbourne Hotel has almost two centuries of stories contained under its roof, and new chapters are being written every day, with additional historical suite dining experiences available such as:

The Adams & Deirdre Suite

Renowned playwright and novelist George Moore, born in County Mayo in 1852, immortalised The Shelbourne in his novel ‘A Drama in Muslin’. Rumoured to have penned his comedy “The Bending of the Bough” during one of his stays here, the suite bearing his name welcomes up to 84 guests with opulent silk walls and a crystal chandelier, in a relaxing atmosphere of grace and distinction.

The George Moore Suite

George Moore, playwright and novelist, was born on 24 February 1852 in County Mayo. He immortalised The Shelbourne in his third novel ‘A Drama in Muslin’ – a study of the prevailing social conditions of the Irish people, who were desperate for political change and growth. The suite which now bears his name is beautifully furnished with crystal chandeliers, providing a graceful and distinguished welcome for up to 22 guests.

The St. Stephen’s Suite

St. Stephen’s Green has always been an important presence in the life of the hotel and lends its name to the St. Stephen’s Suite, where you will find yourself surrounded by beauty. With glorious views of the Green, rich red walls, beautiful ornate ceiling and shimmering chandelier it provides a spectacular setting for meetings of up to 60 people theatre style, or 40 for an elegant private meal.

Sound delicious? Book your own historical dining experience through www.theshelbourne.com.