Ashford Castle

Cosy rooms in an upscale resort on 17,000 hectares with a spa & fine dining, plus fishing & hunting. On a 17,000-hectare Victorian estate featuring forests, moors, lakes and rivers, this upscale resort along Camus Bay is 9 km from the N59 road. The 10 cosy rooms offer free Wi-Fi, antique furniture, sitting areas and heated bathroom floors; some have bay views. Annexed rooms have direct access to a spa. Adjacent to a pier on the bay, the spa includes an indoor pool, a sauna and a gym. There’s a library, plus polished lounge space with fireplaces and a bar. Breakfast is served in an elegant Mediterranean-inspired restaurant. Organised fishing and hunting packages provide permits and escorts. Children age 16 and over are welcome.

Discover a trio of stunning limestone islands, rich in ancient ruins and Irish charm, ideal for biking, hiking, and uncovering captivating stories.

Preserved 16th-century fortress with gargantuan fireplaces and a watchtower you can climb.

Family-run hotel with subdued rooms, a seafood restaurant and a free shuttle to the ferry terminal. A 9-minute walk from Inishbofin harbour and the ferry terminal (for connections to the mainland), this family-run island hotel occupies a contemporary stone building with a curved facade. The 11 subdued rooms come with free Internet access, TVs, and tea and coffeemaking equipment. Many have private patios. An adjacent 3-bedroom cottage adds a kitchen, washer/dryer and separate living/dining areas. The laid-back restaurant serves locally caught seafood and homemade desserts; there's also live music on weekends (seasonal). Common areas include 2 sun decks and a landscaped garden. A free shuttle connects to the ferry terminal.

Nestled in the grand Ashford Castle, this elegant dining room delights with modern French cuisine, crystal chandeliers, and generous Irish hospitality.

Discover the stunning Kylemore Abbey, a Gothic gem surrounded by picturesque landscapes, where history meets lush Victorian gardens and delightful eateries.

Genteel 19th-century hotel set in a country house with gardens, quaint quarters & afternoon tea. Overlooking Cashel Bay in a 19th-century country home, this chic, old-world hotel is set on 50 acres of landscaped gardens, 12.4 km from Roundstone village centre (home to shops and restaurants). The quaint, Victorian-style rooms come with TVs, and tea and coffeemaking equipment. Suites, some with garden views, add separate sitting areas and canopy beds. There's also a separate 3-bedroom house. Full Irish breakfast is available. There's also a conservatory dining room serving afternoon tea and evening meals. Other amenities include an elegant lounge with a fireplace, on-site hiking paths and horticulture classes.

Explore 7,000 acres of stunning landscapes in Connemara, featuring scenic trails for all hiking levels and breathtaking views at every turn.

Recess, nestled in County Galway, Ireland, charms visitors with its name meaning "stream of the willow tree" in Irish, Sraith Saileach.

The Republic of Ireland occupies most of the island of Ireland, off the coast of England and Wales. Its capital, Dublin, is the birthplace of writers like Oscar Wilde, and home of Guinness beer. The 9th-century Book of Kells and other illustrated manuscripts are on show in Dublin’s Trinity College Library. Dubbed the "Emerald Isle” for its lush landscape, the country is dotted with castles like medieval Cahir Castle.