Set in impressive gardens and woodland just outside Naas, this appealing hotel is approached along a promising driveway, with striking entrance and lobby areas, and a fine inner courtyard planted attractively with Virginia creeper.
A rather grand stai ... more...
Peter and Shelley Stokes’ substantial 18th century country house midway between Dublin and Cork is an impressive building with some magnificent period features, and offers comfort and relaxation with style.
A large marbled reception area with fr ... more...
Formerly The Londonderry Arms Hotel - built by the Marchioness of Londonderry in 1848 as a coaching inn and inherited by her great grandson, Sir Winston Churchill, in 1921 - this characterful property was acquired by a consortium headed by hote ... more...
The hub of local activities, this friendly and well-managed hotel has been in the caring ownership of the Buckley family since 1952.
Recent developments have added superior executive bedrooms and suites, an extensive new foyer and reception area, an ... more...
Spas and retreats appeared all over Ireland in recent years, but few could rival the beauty of this magic place. This unique resort on the eastern shores of Lough Derg is modelled on the lines of a 19th century Irish village with quietly understated lu ... more...
Arriving at Monart's imposing gates outside Enniscorthy, you get a sense that something quite special lies inside this private estate.
Unquestionably one of the most relaxing places to stay in Ireland, this five star destination spa is flawless - unsu ... more...
Famous for its views over the luxuriantly green and leafy Glen O'The Downs, this well-located hotel has all the advantages of a beautiful rural location, yet is close to Dublin and offers a wide range of facilities, including an excellent Health and Le ... more...
Kells Bay Gardens hit the headlines in 2021 when the owner, the horticulturist Billy Alexander, won a coveted gold medal at the Chelsea Flower Show for the exotic sub-tropical exhibit that he created with plants transported from his Kerry garden.
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Tom and Ernestine McKeever's family-run B&B in Portstewart has lovely views and offers a stylish alternative to hotel accommodation on the Causeway Coast.
With lovely décor in subtle creams and beiges, it has generous lounging space for gu ... more...
Standing on the land that has been the home of the O’Conors, Kings of Connacht, for 1,500 years, this 45-room Victorian Italianate mansion on the edge of Castlerea town may seem a little daunting on arrival, but it’s magic - and the warmly ... more...