County Clare
Balconies overlooking the swift-flowing River Fergus; bright, airy dorms; and doubles with Egyptian linen add to the appeal at this town-centre hostel. It…
County Clare
Balconies overlooking the swift-flowing River Fergus; bright, airy dorms; and doubles with Egyptian linen add to the appeal at this town-centre hostel. It…
County Mayo
There's a fun vibe at this lively 10-room spot near Dugort thanks to a buzzing bar and cafe with excellent pizza. Bedroom themes range from Moroccan and…
County Clare
Set on a hill in the heart of Killaloe, this neat-as-a-pin townhouse was once a pub/general store. Many original features have been retained, while…
Dublin
Our favourite lodging in Ballsbridge is this wonderful Victorian-era property that is somewhere between a boutique hotel and a luxury B&B. Its 28 rooms…
Temple Bar
Fresh out of a €15 million redesign in 2018, the Morgan is one of the sleekest hotels in town. The rooms are contemporary and calming, with a pale grey…
County Mayo
It may be in the middle of Westport, but a tall hedge and thick, twisted vines give this genteel, 19th-century B&B a tucked-away feel. Rooms have clean…
County Mayo
The kind of uber-designer flourishes that could go horribly wrong are pulled off with elan at Talbot’s – some rooms sport pink and gold baroque beds,…
County Wicklow
This luxurious country-house hotel has 86 beautifully appointed rooms ranging from standard bedrooms with sleigh beds and deep baths to loft-style…
County Meath
Dating from the 18th century, grande dame Bellinter House, 5km northwest of the Hill of Tara (signposted off the R147), is a haven of crackling open fires…
Galway City
Contrasting with its business-complex location near Lough Atalia, the stunning G Hotel has avant-garde interiors designed by Galwegian milliner-to-the…
Connemara
With fishing on private lakes and the River Owenmore running through the vast, mountain-ringed property, ivy-draped Ballynahinch Castle is ideally set up…
County Meath
Beautifully restored, this 18th-century stone coaching inn has 15 airy rooms decorated with French country-style furnishings (some with canopied, four…
Connemara
Rose-pink Rosleague Manor is gloriously sited – overlooking Ballynakill Harbour and the Twelve Bens mountain range. Richly coloured rooms, furnished with…
The Midlands
Graced by a grand stairway, this four-star hotel is the best in town. Its 70 spacious, antique-styled rooms have crimson colours; suites (only) come with…
Kinsale
Upstairs from the Giles Norman Gallery (where you check in) are these plush, luxurious guest rooms in shades of grey and white that set off perfectly the…
Connemara
With just 10 rooms, the adult-only hunting and fishing lodge of Screebe House has an intimate, luxurious feel. A cobalt-tiled indoor swimming pool is the…
Galway City
Overlooking a football pitch and children’s playground, this beautifully kept guesthouse has generously sized rooms and service that runs like clockwork…
County Kerry
Framed by flowers, this low-rise boutique inn next to the golf club has 14 spacious rooms that are thoughtfully appointed (hypo-allergenic pillows, free…
County Mayo
Dwarfed by the mountainous backdrop, this wonderful 1830s Georgian mansion beside Fin Lough was built by the Marquis of Sligo. The 13-room country hotel…
Connemara
Set in 73 hectares on the shores of Lough Corrib, 19th-century Currarevagh House is a magnificent 12-bedroom mansion. Fresh flowers fill the halls, rooms…
County Mayo
High-end luxury, exquisite interiors and superb personalised service define Ashford Castle, once home to the Guinness family. Old-world elegance is…
Beara Peninsula
This complex of cosy self-catering cottages occupies an enviable setting overlooking the sea 6km east of Castletownbere. Each 'lodge' has three bedrooms,…
Cork City
Roll out the red carpet and pour yourself a sherry for you have arrived. Just 1.5km southwest of the city centre but with all the ambience of a country…
Ring of Kerry
The castellated towers of the Butler Arms have dominated the north end of the village since 1884, and the hotel has provided accommodation for many famous…
Cork City
The white facade of this tall Victorian townhouse conceals a dazzling interior crammed with polished period furniture, glittering Waterford crystal…
Tory Island Harbour View Hotel
County Donegal
The island's sole hotel is a friendly place with 12 comfortable bedrooms inside a sunny yellow building. Bar food is served from 12.30pm to 4.30pm, and…
County Donegal
Knockout views envelop this heritage-listed 24-bed former hunting lodge, designed by Sir Edwin Lutyens. It's an atmospheric spot with a colourful history,…
Connemara
At the head of Cashel Bay, this 19th-century country mansion warmed by open peat and log fires has 30 period rooms surrounded by 17 hectares of woodland…
Donegal Town Independent Hostel
County Donegal
Run by an energetic couple, this IHH hostel, 1.2km northwest of town, is a sociable place with a good kitchen and mix of spacious dorm rooms and bright,…
County Clare
Although 6km southeast of the cliffs' visitor centre, this spiffing hotel is handily sited at the southern end of the Cliffs of Moher Coastal Walk. Its 23…
Counties Wexford, Waterford, Carlow & Kilkenny
The River Barrow flows gently through the valley below this lovely Georgian manor. The owners have created a fabulous interior, decorated using items…
Cork City
Having celebrated its bicentenary in 2013 – Thackeray, Dickens and Sir Walter Scott have all stayed here – the Imperial knows how to age gracefully…
Aran Islands
The spacious rooms here have gleaming bathrooms and broad island views. An air of relaxation pervades, helped by the yoga classes and holistic massages on…
Dingle Peninsula
If you're looking for luxury, look elsewhere. These three restored cottages on Great Blasket island have no electricity, no hot running water and…
County Mayo
There's a bed for most budgets at the modern, multipurpose Delphi Resort, from standard guest rooms, loft rooms and larger suites (some with enormous…
Galway City
The awards keep rolling in for this cheery, orange-trimmed spot directly across from the train station, thanks to beds with electrical sockets and USB…
Counties Meath, Louth, Cavan & Monaghan
Right in the centre of town, the Shirley Arms has a warm stone exterior, behind which lies a superb family-run hotel. White linens, walnut floors and…
Beara Peninsula
Solitude and sea views set the mood at the remote Dzogchen Beara meditation centre, where a Buddhist temple is under construction (scheduled for…
Counties Wexford, Waterford, Carlow & Kilkenny
Martin and Emer O’Brien eschewed corporate life to convert this former grain warehouse on the River Barrow into four self-catering cottages sleeping two…
Dublin
This carefully restored Georgian mews dating from 1792 is managed by the Irish Landmark Trust. There are three beautifully appointed double bedrooms that…
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