Best Places to Stay in Ireland: Find the Perfect Fit for Your Trip
Expert advice for finding the best places to stay in Ireland that fit your vacation dreams, budget, and itinerary.
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If Walls Could Talk: The Story of a Thatched Cottage in Cork
Step back into Irish history with modern comfort. If your ancestors emigrated from Ireland, you’ve probably wondered about the life they left behind. And if you’re planning your own trip, maybe you’ve dreamed of staying in a traditional thatched cottage. In Mitchelstown, County Cork, one family’s home tells a story that’s been unfolding for more…
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Ballynahinch Castle near Clifden – Loftus Family Ireland Vacation Report
Back in the fall of 2014 I received an email asking for a few Ireland trip tips. The fun twist to this was that the family asking for advice was from my own community in Iowa and had 2 daughters near my own daughters’ ages! (cue ‘It’s a Small World’) The family would be staying…
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Why Don’t Irish Accommodations Have Air Conditioning?
If you’re planning a summer trip to Ireland, you might be surprised to discover that air conditioning is not common in most accommodations. Whether you’re booking a hotel, a B&B, or a self-catering cottage, it’s likely the rooms won’t have A/C – and that’s not a mistake. It’s simply because Ireland hasn’t really needed it….
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What a “Double Room” Really Means in Ireland (and How to Book the Right Bed)
When planning a trip to Ireland, accommodation details matter—and one common source of confusion is hotel room descriptions that don’t actually match the bed size. While the terms may sound familiar, what you get can be very different from what you’re expecting. Learn more about accommodations in Ireland- from bed & breakfasts to luxury castles….
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Pod Camping in Ireland at Top of the Rock Pod Pairc & Walking Centre in West Cork
Camping in Ireland is getting easier for foreign travelers thanks to places like Top of the Rock Pod Pairc & Walking Centre. In the heart of West Cork, Top of the Rock is perfectly situated for outdoor family adventures- from hill walking and cycling to kayaking and whale watching. Camping in Ireland at Top of…
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Relax and Unwind at Lough Eske Castle Hotel in Donegal
Unlike many castle hotels in Ireland, Lough Eske Castle Hotel in Donegal doesn’t offer a plethora of estate activities. And that’s not a bad thing. My stays at this Donegal castle hotel have been peaceful and unrushed. In fact, it is the most relaxing hotel stay I’ve ever experienced in Ireland. The Lough Eske Castle…
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Modern Comfort for Families at the Hotel Kilkenny
An easy drive from Dublin, Kilkenny is a terrific base for touring Ireland’s southeast counties. Located just off the city’s ‘Ring Road’ – the road that circles the town- the Hotel Kilkenny offers modern comfort and amenities for an Ireland family vacation. Staying at Hotel Kilkenny The Hotel Kilkenny was booked as part of our…
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At Home in Ireland : Connemara Self Catering Cottage at Clifden Glen
It had been just over a year since our last visit to Clifden, Connemara in the western-most reaches of County Galway. My husband and mother were with us this trip, which gave us an incentive to return to the area, though one never really needs a reason to return to the beauty that is Connemara….
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Doolin Inn | Where to Stay in Doolin
Looking for the best place to stay in Doolin, Ireland? The Doolin Inn is a boutique hotel in the centre of town. Close to Cliffs of Moher & Burren.
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Dingle Skellig Hotel – a Lovely Stay on Dingle Bay
A quick jaunt from Killarney or Limerick, the Dingle peninsula is a terrific destination during an Ireland family vacation. The Dingle Skellig Hotel, perched on the edge of Dingle Bay, offers spacious family rooms, a tasty breakfast buffet and is an easy 5 minute walk from the center of Dingle town. What to Do on…
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Bunratty Meadows Bed & Breakfast
In November 2005 Brenna had just had her first birthday, and Doug and I our second anniversary, so we packed up our small family for our first family trip to Ireland. We landed at Shannon Airport shortly after 9am. I had been in contact with our first B&B and knew that, if necessary, we could…
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Powerscourt Estate: The Crown Jewel of County Wicklow
Known as the Garden of Ireland, County Wicklow offers an array of stunning landscapes and attractions, but the crown jewel is undoubtedly the Powerscourt Estate. Powerscourt Estate ticks so many boxes for visitors to Ireland. This article is based on a podcast episode featuring Vivienne Nyhan, sales manager at Powerscourt Estate. If you prefer to…
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Explore County Cavan from Hawthorn Lodge
County Cavan is a place that many tourists miss or pass through as they make their way across the northern half of Ireland. Located on the border of the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland halfway between Dublin and Sligo, Cavan (Irish for ‘the hollow’) is an outdoor retreat, an area of lakes and open…
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Barnahown B&B and Adventures in the Galtee Mountains
Enjoy a local Irish experience at Barnahown in Mitchelstown, County Cork. Restored Georgian farmhouse B&B near the Galtee Mountains.
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Luxury in Mayo – Stay on the Ashford Castle Estate
The only guide you need for staying on the Ashford Castle Estate. Choose Ashford Castle or The Lodge at Ashford Castle.
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Travel Tip: Don’t Forget You’re on Vacation + Killashee House Hotel
My mom and daughter left this morning and our final day was spent ‘vacationing’. Now, that probably sounds like a ‘duh’ statement, because they were in Ireland for a vacation. But, sometimes it is so easy to go-go-go, see and do everything, and forget that you should also take the time to relax a bit….
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Is This the Smallest Hotel Room in Dublin?
The Gallery may be the smallest hotel room in Dublin. At Kilronan House, a guesthouse built in the 1850’s.
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Luxury in Limerick: The Old Bank B&B in Bruff
The Old Bank B&B in Bruff County Limerick is a 4 star bed & breakfast with a warm welcome and large, comfortable rooms.
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Best Places to Stay in Ireland: Lodging Advice for Your Vacation
Expert advice for finding the best places to stay in Ireland that fit your vacation dreams, budget, and itinerary.
