Think this is worth its own thread
Got this from hotels.com, they have rooms available (info near the end)
Are you thinking of heading to Bari for the big game? The official travel partner to the Irish soccer fans, Hotels.com, has come up a selection of top things to do and places to stay for the Irish fans that are travelling over for qualifying match on April 1st 2009.
About Bari
Bari is fast becoming a popular tourist destination due to its beautiful sandy beaches and university town vibes.
While most visitors head to Bari to relax on the stretch of white sandy beaches under the blue skies, don’t forget that this picturesque town is dotted with quirky bars, restaurants and nightclubs as well a wealth of culture to be appreciated. What you could do is extend your trip and visit cities such as Naples and Rome, which are only a train ride away.
With up to 10,000 Irish fans set to travel to the city for the big game you want to be sure that you have your accommodation booked and know what you want to do while visiting the ‘heel’ of Italy.
Where to drink...
Visit the Tavli Cafe for lively music and the best Italian beer around.
Head to the busy town square of Via Putignani for a wider selection of bars and pubs and a great atmosphere.
Where to party…
Il Bourbon nightclub stays open until 7am serving a vast selection of cocktails, beers and wines.
Where to eat…
Try the typical Pugliase dish of Orrechiette pasta with mince meat from the local Enoteca De Pasquale restaurant on the port.
And for a bit of culture…
Visit the Basilica du San Nicola renowned to be one of the most beautiful cathedrals in Europe.
Where to stay
Four star hotels
Mercure Villa Romanazzi
From €118 per room per night
Hotel Mercure Villa Romanazzi Carducci is located just 2km from the shopping street of Via Sparano, and 3km from the city centre. The central train station is 800m from the hotel, and the airport is 10km away.
Hotel Victor
From €94 per room per night
The nine-floor Hotel Victor dates back to the year 1971 and has a beautiful terracotta-coloured façade with hanging greenery. The hotel is situated in central Bari just 800m from the Adriatic Sea.
Hotel Pineta
From €63 per room per night
The Hotel Pineta is located in Ruvo di Puglia, 500m from the town centre and the fascinating Archaeological Museum.
Three star hotels
Grand Rive Del Sole
From €72 per room per night
The Grand Hotel Riva Del Sole Hotel is located 4km from the seaside resort of Giovinazzo, just outside the town centre. It lies 15km from the city of Bari and 30km from the historic town of Trani.
Villa Dei Pini
From €92 per room per night
Villa Dei Pini is housed in old historical mansion built in 1845, surrounded by lush plants and flowers. A lane lined with age-old pine trees leads to the villa located within a vast green park laid out in the classic style of Italian gardens and offering plenty of shade during the hot summer season.
Hotel Rondo
From €91 per room per night
The Rondo hotel located in the elegant Carrassi district of Bari is surrounded by a lovely garden and courtyard terrace. The hotel's close proximity to the main town thoroughfare makes it an ideal location for any holidaymaker.
All hotels can be booked by visiting Hotels.com or calling 1 800 55 33 38.
For more information and travel tips on planning your holiday visit www.hotels.com or call 1800 55 3338 to wake up happy on your holiday!
