The grandeur of a larger than life Victorian banking building is a fitting setting for Belfast’s most dramatic and beautiful hotel. The exterior of the building is Italianate in style, with sculptures depicting Commerce, Justice and Britannia, lo ... more...
Open fires in public areas create the welcoming atmosphere for which the Hylands Burren Hotel is famous - and, owned by the Quinn family, who are local with many years in business in Ballyvaughan village, it has the personal touch that only hands-on fa ... more...
Set romantically in its own parkland valley overlooking Clifden and the sea, the crenellated Abbeyglen Hotel is family-owned and run in a uniquely hands-on style by legendary hoteliers Paul and Brian Hughes.
It’s a place that has won a lot of fr ... more...
Wexford’s most famous hotel, Whites of Wexford underwent total reconstruction in recent years and you certainly won’t miss it as it is a very large building, with obvious signage which can be seen from all around Wexford town.
Very differe ... more...
This smart modern hotel has clear views over Galway Bay to the distant hills of County Clare from public rooms on the upper ground floor as well as many of the well-equipped bedrooms - which are mostly large and are regularly refurbished - and the roof ... more...
The pretty village of Clonbur lies between Lough Corrib and Lough Mask in Connemara, in a wonderfully scenic and restful area that attracts fisherfolk, walkers, cyclists and nature lovers.
In the centre of the village is the Lynch family’s frien ... more...
A useful addition to the choice of city centre accommodation north of the Liffey, this Dublin hotel is close to the Rotunda Hospital and The Gate theatre and just a couple of minutes walk from O'Connell Street and the historic GPO.
It offers the ... more...
Golfers, in particular, could well think they’ve died and gone to heaven when staying at Frank and Hilary Casey’s renowned hotel on the shores of Sheephaven Bay.
With comfortable and exceptionally spacious public areas, and guest rooms tha ... 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...
Eileen and Thomas Harty’s house is west of Dungarvan in the Ring Gaeltacht (Irish speaking) area, and it is in a lovely quiet setting, with woodland gardens and wonderful land and sea views.
Accommodation in the family home is spacious, furnishe ... more...