It feels as if it's in a peaceful backwater, yet this splendid Victorian building is just yards from one of Dublin's busiest city centre roads.
Arrival at the gates of Dylan is an experience in itself, especially in the evening, when it is magically l ... more...
Tucked away in the heart of County Fermanagh and spectacularly situated on the shores of Lough Erne, visitors will be surprised to find this impressive fine dining restaurant, which enjoys stunning views over both the lough itself and the lovely rollin ... more...
Location, location, location... Set in a spectacular clifftop situation just outside Portrush, and a 10 minute drive from the Giant's Causeway, the Royal Court offers the most desirable sea view hotel accommodation in the area.
Although the decor is ... more...
Literally two minutes drive from Belfast International airport’s terminal building and nestled between fields of barley, this small family-owned hotel has at its heart a restored 200 year old country house.
Today, with the addition of a sympathe ... more...
The heart of this pleasing 4* hotel is an old manor house and, despite major developments, the atmosphere of the original building still prevails (and there’s even a charmingly romantic honeymoon suite with a four-poster in the old house).
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This aptly named hotel just across the road from the river has a dramatic lobby with a large marble and granite fountain feature - and an imposing cast-iron staircase creates a certain expectation.
Bedrooms, many of which have views over the Shannon, ... more...
One of Ireland’s oldest inns, The Mills Inn is in a Gaeltacht (Irish-speaking) area and dates back to 1755. It was traditionally used to break the journey from Cork to Killarney - and still makes a great stopping place as the food is good and fre ... more...
Exciting developments in County Wicklow of late, with The Coach House in Roundwood re-opening in new ownership - and not just new ownership, but a seriously promising change of direction. After Simon Pratt, his wife Monique and two former Avoca associa ... more...
A very different kind of Irish holiday is offered by Ruari and Olivia Gibbons on their luxury barge, the Shannon Princess. They're Blue Book members and what they offer is like a mini version of a cruise ship holiday - ideal for groups, but also a nic ... more...
This quietly contemporary privately owned hotel is very useful to know about as it offers a good moderately priced place to stay in this beautiful area.
Public areas include an attractive modern bar, where informal food is served and the spacious and ... more...
