At the heart of this impressive relatively new hotel there is indeed a castle and, although it does not have views of Lough Eske, the setting should not disappoint as it is surrounded by beautiful woodland and formal gardens.
With a history dating bac ... more...
At the heart of this beautifully located property on the eastern shore of Lough Swilly is a country house dating back to 1789. Athough considerably extended in recent times, it remains an attractive building and was formerly the celebrated Restaurant S ... more...
We came upon this handsome property by chance, and what a stroke of good fortune.
Although officially a guesthouse (it has no bar and a light continental breakfast is the only food offered), it has the feeling of a modern hotel, with welcoming recepti ... more...
Located in the heart of the Bluestack Mountains of southwest Donegal, in the attractive village of Glenties, the Boyle family’s nice old fashioned hotel is very much the centre of the local community.
It’s the type of place that seemed to ... more...
For many people holidaying in Ireland, an island stay is the ultimate escape - so a stay in a clifftop lighthouse at the northern tip of a mountainous island four miles off the rugged west coast should fulfil the dream very nicely. Especially when the ... more...
This is the just time to get out into the fresh air and enjoy the countryside - so why not take a walking break. Serious walker will find out everything they need to know from Irish Trails but, even if you just enjoy a gentle stroll, these places are beautiful destinations for a relaxing break.
A fine spell can make a spring getaway tempting, but it's wise to hedge your bets with the weather - making this the perfect time to head for a hotel offering plenty of pampering (of all kinds), as well as outdoor activities to enjoy when it's pleasant to be out of doors
This month we suggest a few of Ireland’s most romantic destinations from Georgina Campbell’s Ireland, The Best of the Best - this highly selective edition of our famous ‘glovebox bible’ includes a uniquely diverse range of great places to eat drink and stay across all price ranges, from the frankly luxurious to the charmingly quirky. The perfect digital detox, its hand picked recommendations include plenty of perfect ...
Give yourself a break this winter and, whether over the festive season or at a quieter time, take off for a few days – there are cosy and relaxing places all over Ireland to tempt you, and some fantastic value to be enjoyed too. Browse through this gloriously diverse collection and take your pick...
Twixmas, that quiet gap between Christmas and New Year, can be just the ticket for a refreshing post-Christmas recovery break and often offers great value too. This month’s choices focus mainly on that in between time, but most of the hotels selected are also open for Christmas and New Year, and some have interesting pre-Christmas packages on offer too.
Autumn is perhaps the loveliest time of the year to enjoy gentle outdoor pursuits like woodland walks and foraging, and there are plenty of tempting places to stay that are surrounded by wonderful forested grounds or with parkland or gardens to visit nearby - and, perhaps, more challenging routes for dedicated walkers. Here are just ten of our favourites to think about…
You can’t beat a traditional family holiday and there’s no better place for it than Ireland, as the range of great places to stay right across (and around) the country is fantastic. From the charm of West Cork to the dignity of the Giant’s Causeway, from the long golden beaches of Sunny South-East to the gloriously uncrowded north-west tip of Donegal, and from rugged Connemara to the lush riverlands of East Cork, thereâ€&tra ...
Perfect for those spur of the moment getaways - picking a destination that’s only an hour or so from home means less stress and more time chilling out, and the easy journey is a particular advantage off season or in the shoulder seasons, when days are relatively short. So why not try one of our picks for a quick break this month
'Seasonal and local' have become bywords for good food in Ireland - but what about our flowers? Most hotels and restaurants depend on imports for their floral decorations, yet simpler home grown and local flowers used in season have so much more charm - and can save a lot of money. There must be business opportunities for growers (like many in the UK) to tune in to the public demand for locally grown produce of all kinds, edible and otherwise, and offer alternatives to imported shop flowers. ...
Now in its third generation of family ownership, Aherne's is outstanding for the warmth of the FitzGibbon family's hospitality and their enormous enthusiasm for the business. Enjoy long walks by the Sea on miles of Sandy Beach and discover the history steeped town of Youghal, from the newly opened Town hall to the old stone walled Garden.
Fergus O’Halloran’s unique hotel, although only open since 2006, has achieved national recognition thanks to hands-on management and marketing by an inspired proprietor. There is huge focus on the best local and artisan foods - and drinks too. They have a variety of special offer breaks available
The pillared entrance and ivy-clad facade of this classic Victorian railway hotel in Killarney County Kerry still convey a sense of occasion and they have great special offers on including One night B&B from just €65 per person sharing
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 and they have a variety of midweek and weekend offers available
Make Harvey's your home for five relaxing and enjoyable days in the lap of luxury. They have created a lovely programme showcasing the rugged beauty and iconic attractions of county Donegal.
With its special brand of relaxed professionalism, the Kelly family’s renowned beachside hotel sums up all that is best about the sunny south-east for many regular visitors. They have an assortment of special offers available to suit everyone.
If you love the outdoors or simply lounging around, you can enjoy a short break that’s packed with fun filled days and luxurious, pampered evenings at Carrig Country House on the shores of majestic Caragh Lake on the Ring of Kerry.
Ray Byrne and Jane English’s lovely lakeside lodge styles itself ‘Ireland’s first wine hotel’ and, although it is not an hotel but a four star guesthouse, the accommodation - which now offers thirty beautiful rooms, a hot tub and treatment rooms - is nothing less than stunning. Lakeside Midweek Treat - Two People Sharing stay in a Deluxe Lakeview Room, including 2 nights’ Accommodation, Dinner on o ...
This large, rambling country house is less than an hour from Dublin, but it could be in a different world. There are a variety of special offers on over the next few months
There are few places in Ireland that have the restorative powers of West Waterford, particularly where the hospitality that the O'Gorman's of Glasha provide is concerned. They have a recession busting special offer at the moment Three nights B&B and two dinners for just €185 per person sharing
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With a rich historical and maritime legacy, East Cork has a truly unique variety of attractions to offer the visitor.
It is a haven for family holidays with a huge range of activities and attractions to keep the whole family entertained for hours.
In this extensive county, the towns and villages have their own distinctive character. In West Cork, their spirit is preserved in the vigour of the landscape with the handsome coastline where the light of the famous Fastnet Rock swings across tumbling ocean and spray-tossed headland. The county is a repository of the good things of life, a treasure chest of the finest farm produce, and the very best of seafood, brought to market by skilled specialists.
The town of Killarney is where the Ring of Kerry begins and ends for many, among the lakes and mountains where theyâ€ââ€Â¢re re-establishing the enormous white-tailed sea eagle, has long been a magnet for visitors. Across the purple mountains from Killarney, the lovely little town of Kenmare in South Kerry is both a gourmet focus, and another excellent touring centre. As one of the pr ...
That Galway Bay coastline in Co. Clare is where The Burren, the fantastical North Clare moonscape of limestone which is home to so much unexpectedly exotic flora, comes plunging spectacularly towards the sea around the attractive village of Ballyvaughan.
Connemara, the Land of the Sea, where earth, rock and ocean intermix in one of Ireland's most extraordinary landscapes, and is now as ever a place of angling renown - you're very quickly into the high ground and moorland which sweep up to the Twelve Bens and other splendid peaks, wonderful mountains which enthusiasts would claim as the most beautiful in all Ireland. Beyond, to the south, the Aran Islands are a place apart.
Rivers often divide one county from another, but Fermanagh is divided - or linked if you prefer - throughout its length by the handsome waters of the River Erne, both river and lake. Southeast of the historic county town of Enniskillen, Upper Lough Erne is a maze of small waterways meandering their way into Fermanagh from the Erne'e source in County Cavan.
Co Cavan shares the 667 m peak of Cuilcagh with neighbouring Fermanagh. No ordinary mountain, this - it has underground streams which eventually become the headwaters of the lordly River Shannon, Ireland's longest river that passes south through many counties before exiting at the mighty estuary in Limerick. A magnet for tourism now with boating, fishing, cycling and walking-a-plenty.
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