NYX Hotels has invested €31m to open its first Irish location, a 175-bedroom hotel in Dublin with a restaurant, bar and state-of-the-art gym.

The hotel at Portobello Harbour in south Dublin city adds to NYX's portfolio of 13 hotels, joining hotels in London, Milan, Madrid and Munich among other cities.

The group is owned and operated by Leonardo Hotels UK & Ireland, which operates 53 hotels. Leonardo is part of the Fattal Hotels group, which has 200 hotels, including 156 in 86 European cities.

Award-winning interior designer Suzanne Garuda of Garuda Design was tasked the the hotel's décor, and it features bespoke artworks from Irish artists such as Shane Sutton, Janine Jordon and Art Loves.

The 175 bedrooms include ‘Superior Star King’, ‘Deluxe King’ and ‘Deluxe Space’ options with 'DREAM' beds from Irish supplier King Koil and amenities such as complimentary Wi-Fi, air conditioning, toiletries from The White Company, mini-fridge, Nespresso and tea refreshment dock.

NYX Hotel Dublin also features a 50 sq m gym with cycling and running machines, cross trainers, free weights and bars, and The Bar at NYX will feature live DJs every weekend and a diverse all-day menu.

"We are thrilled to bring NYX Hotels to Dublin, a city that perfectly complements our brand's commitment to blending innovation and design with the local culture," said Simone Villari, hotel manager at NYX Hotel Dublin. 

"NYX Hotel Dublin will redefine the concept of luxury accommodation, offering a unique and personalised experience to travellers who seek both comfort and adventure."

To celebrate the opening of NYX Hotel Dublin, guests can book rooms from €99 per room per night from Sunday to Thursday and €129 per room per night on Friday and Saturday for stays until 31 January, subject to availability.

Photo: NYX Hotel Dublin. (Pic: Supplied)