Hotels in Ireland

From sweeping, romantic old manor houses built centuries ago, to staid, respectable buildings of Victorian era, to the sleek, modern structures built just years ago, hotels in Ireland run the gamut from the modest and economic to the breathtaking, extravagant and truly luxurious. Travellers therefore need not worry that they may not find appropriate lodgings. No matter what your budget or taste, there is certain to be at least one hotel in Ireland that will suit you perfectly; odd are, of course, that there will be many more than that!

In an island so full of castles in all states of repair, it’s no wonder that some of these have been refurbished to serve as hotels. One such example is the Ashford Castle Hotel in County Mayo; a magnificent 13th century structure a half hour’s drive from Galway City, it has been thoroughly modernised for your convenience. Also available are beautiful manor houses and their ilk, remodeled to suit the highest standards of luxury. One stunning example of this is the Hastings Culloden, once a palace built for Bishops, now a breathtaking hotel and spa of unparalleled elegance.

Also in abundance are hotels with a long and proud tradition of service. The Muckross Park Hotel in Killarney is one of the oldest hotels in the county, and offers guests the enchanting combination of old world charm and new world convenience, all the while paying a high attention to standards of service. Past guests include famed playwright George Bernard Shaw, and Her Majesty, Queen Victoria.

For those on a tighter budget, there are still plenty of comfortable options open to them; the Annaly Hotel in Longford is quiet, chic and affordable, and the Manor Hotel in Ballymoney is a family-run accommodation. Ireland has a whole host of hotels, running the gamut from the modest and comfortable to the opulent and luxurious; all that needs remain is for you to determine which best suits both your taste and budget.