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...
Set on seven acres of parkland and conveniently close to Sligo town, this long-established but fairly modern hotel has particular appeal for people who prefer a quiet location with plenty of easily accessed parking space, and is known for its good conf ... more...
Overlooking Portstewart Strand and the Atlantic Ocean, Debbie Blaney’s friendly B&B in Portstewart is within easy walking distance of both the town and the famously sandy beaches, and it would make a very comfortable and homely base for golfi ... more...
Set in formal gardens just south of Dublin's city centre, with views across Dublin Bay to Howth Head, the fine 18th century house at the heart of this impressive hotel was once a private residence.
Careful restoration and imaginative modernisation hav ... more...
A true hidden gem in an out of the way almost seaside location in West Cork, this lovely 18th century property is run as a luxury coastal escape by Kela and Stephen Hodgins, who left Dublin in 2016 to undertake its restoration.
While it has no ... more...
The location of this fine town centre hotel will come as a pleasant surprise - just off Mullingar's main street and yet built around a beautiful old house situated elegantly in spacious surroundings, with the town park on the doorstep and the Riv ... more...
Right in the centre of the pretty village of Killyleagh and near the entrance to its fairytale castle, Leontine Haines’ lovely Georgian house is a delightful place to stay close to the shores of beautiful Strangford Lough.
Formerly a bank, it&rs ... 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...
Strategically located close to the M50 motorway, the Red Cow Hotel has a grand staircase sweeping up from the marble lobby, lit by a wonderful Murano glass chandelier.
This gives an indication of the style to follow and, although it may also be of in ... more...
Opened with aplomb in 2005, this large luxury hotel is set in the Laois countryside, just off the main Dublin-Cork road (M7).
In 2014 it was purchased by the current owner, the American software developer, Adrian Carmack; the adjacent golf complex was ... more...
