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The Shelbourne Hotel - Season 1

Series: Shelbourne Hotel
4.1
(42)
Episodes
6
Rating
NRC
Year
2017
Language
English

About

For the first time ever cameras were given access to the landmark Shelbourne Hotel for a new six-part documentary series following the inner workings of the iconic Shelbourne Hotel in Dublin. For nearly two hundred years, the Shelbourne Hotel has been the beating heart at the centre of Dublin. It's a piece of living history, and has hosted high society, royalty, revolutionaries, world leaders and modern day celebrities. Now, for the first time, film crews have been allowed exclusive access to the front and back of house, finding out what it takes to deliver five star service to some of the worlds most demanding clientele.

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Episodes

1 to 3 of 6

1. Episode 1

24m

Staff receive training in etiquette and grooming, there's a celebrity arrival and the kitchen prepare a fine dining banquet for 120 food experts.

2. Episode 2

24m

The hotel security team prepare for the arrival of European Head of State, Angela Merkel and The Irish Rugby Team check in to prepare for match day. Everyone wants a win and staff get emotional knowing it is Brian O'Driscoll's last home match.

3. Episode 3

24m

It's St Patrick's weekend one of the busiest of the year and the start of the tourist season in Ireland. As usual every detail is discussed and agonised over - from the correct shade of green for staff ties to the position of the shamrocks on their lapels. It is a popular weekend with American guests and Head concierge Dennis O'Brien is inundated with requests. The hotels unique Genealogy Butler is also busy with guests searching for their Irish Heritage.

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