Set in a 300 acre estate in north county Dublin and built around the original Roganstown House, this is primarily a golf hotel but its convenience to Dublin airport and the city make it an attractive destination for travellers who wish to avoid the big airport hotels, business guests and those seeking a weekend break from the capital without a ...
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This stylish modern hotel is in a lovely location overlooking the Slaney estuary and has excellent amenities, including a superb health and fitness club. Public areas include an appealing contemporary bar, the Dry Dock, which has a large riverside deck where you can relax and enjoy the view and also lunchtime barbecueing at the Courtyard Gr ...
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A sister establishment to the famous Talbot Hotel in Wexford, this well-run hotel has seen regular renovations over the years and it is furnished in a lively modern style throughout. Public areas include stylish recently refurbished reception and lounge areas, and spacious bedrooms - some with views of Dublin Bay - are under renovation at t ...
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Dating back to its opening in 1861 as a school, this canalside building at Mount Street Bridge has seen many changes, and it is now one of Dublin's trendiest small hotels - and an ideal place to stay while exploring Dublin. A huge amount of business goes through the hotel and can show signs of wear and tear, but the spacious individually de ...
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Myles and Ruth O’Brien have been running this fine bar and restaurant just outside Westport, at the foot of Croagh Patrick, since 1999 and have built up an enviable reputation. The fine dining restaurant, Upstairs At The Tavern, offers several very attractive menus, including an early dinner, a midweek special, and an à la cart ...
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Martin Connolly's pub on Marine Road is one of Dun Laoghaire's busiest and its covered terrace is very lively during the day. The interior is spacious and welcoming, with wood - all of which is salvage - the primary feature: Floorboards came from 300-year-old beams that supported the Dublin docks before steel came along; the mahogany bar top is ...
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Set back from the road, with a very attractive planted plaza set up with seating and umbrellas in front, this fine early 18th century building in the heart of Cashel was previously a seven-bedroom guesthouse but a cleverly-concealed, extension has allowed it to grow, gracefully, into a fully-fledged family-run hotel (with 14 new bedrooms, a spa ...
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It’s the fantastic food that draws people to the O’Sullivan family’s pub and it’s wise to book well ahead to get a taste of the wonderful things this fine country kitchen has to offer. The neatly painted cream and navy exterior, the clipped trees in tubs flanking the front door, all bring a sense of anticipation, con ...
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This impressive hotel in Ballyliffin village is a great asset to the area - with a beautiful view, space and comfort. Public areas include a traditional bar, Mamie Pat’s, and the spacious guest rooms are finished to a high standard with many extras. General Manager Cecil Doherty, who is also a joint-proprietor of the hotel, has consid ...
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It’s a long way down from the main road to reach the Maharees, but many would make the journey just for a visit to Marilyn and Michael Spillane’s great traditional pub – it’s been in the family since 1875 and they work hard at both the food and hospitality, earning a loyal following as a result. After many years of i ...
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