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Old Ground Hotel

This ivy-clad former manor house dates back to the 18th century and, set in its own gardens, is an oasis of calm in the bustling centre of Ennis.
Conference/banqueting (150/180). Civil ceremonies. Rooms 105 (all en-suite, 8 shower only, 2 separate bath and shower, 1 wheelchair friendly). Lift. 24-hour room service; turndown service. B&B €from about €80pps. Children welcome (under 2 free in parents' room, cot available without charge, babysitting arranged). Restaurant: Brendan O’Regan Room Seats 70. B’fast/D/L daily. Bar food from 11am. Garden available for informal dining. Children welcome. Ramp available for wheelchairs; toilets wheelchair accessible; air conditioning Amex, Diners, MasterCard, Visa, Maestro. Closed 5pm Dec 24–5pm Dec 26. Major cards. abbreviations

This ivy-clad former manor house dates back to the 18th century and, set in its own gardens, is an oasis of calm in the bustling centre of Ennis. The Old Ground was bought by the Flynn family of hoteliers in 1995 and has been sensitively extended and renovated by them, with due respect for the age and importance of the building.


Despite the challenges of dealing with very thick walls in an old building, major improvements were made to existing banqueting/conference facilities in the mid '90s, and extra storeys have since been added to provide fine new rooms.


As the famous ivy-clad frontage continues to thrive, the external changes are barely noticeable to the casual observer, and major refurbishment has since taken place throughout the interior of the hotel, including all of the older bedrooms (24 of the smaller rooms have been extended).


A traditional style bar, Poet's Corner (bar menu 12-9), is well known for its good food and features traditional music on some nights.


Town Hall Bistro  is an informal contemporary restaurant in an historic building adjacent to the hotel (see separate entry).


Brendan O'Regan Room Restaurant:


The hotel's formal dining room is at the front of the hotel and has warmth and charm, in an elegant old-fashioned style.


Along with the hotel's other dining options - The Town Hall Bistro and the Poet's Corner bar - the main restaurant has a long tradition of good food and service.


Today's kitchen team has been part of the hotel for many years, and head chef Freddy Rynne takes pride in using the best of local produce such as St Tola goats cheese and Clare lamb, in season. Much loved homely desserts include Old Ground Black Forest Gateau and strawberry and thyme mousse.


Breakfast is also served in the Restaurant.

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Last Updated: 22-12-2020
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