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topDublin


The Merrion

Upper Merrion Street, Dublin 2
Tel: +353 1 603 0600

Dublin's most stylish and luxurious five-star hotel was created from four restored Georgian townhouses. Many of the 143 bedrooms and suites overlook period landscaped gardens. Remembered historically as the birthplace of the first Duke of Wellington, the hotel contains an impressive collection of art and antiques. The Cellar Restaurant offers simple Irish cuisine expertly executed, while Restaurant Patrick Guilbaud, with its 2 Michelin stars, offers more formal gourmet dining. There’s also an award-winning spa.

topCounty Wicklow


Ritz-Carlton Powerscourt

Powerscourt Estate, Enniskerry
Tel: +353 1 274 8888

Located on the grounds of the grand Powerscourt Estate, this hotel’s Palladian splendor feels right at home. Things are done on a grand scale here (the rooms, decorated in elegant Georgian style, average 700 square feet)—but the scent of the wood-burning fireplace in the hotel’s massive lobby reminds you you’re in the country. Downstairs, the Gordon Ramsey restaurant serves up distinctive dishes made with local ingredients, like quail ravioli and Connemara hill lamb. If you need a break from all the luxe, head to the cozy McGills Irish Bar for asparagus soup, traditional Shepherd’s pie, or just a warming pint.

topKilkenny City


Kilkenny River Court Hotel

The Bridge, John Street, Kilkenny City
Tel: +353 56 772 3388

With a superb location alongside the River Nore, just across from majestic Kilkenny Castle, this four-star hotel is removed from the city bustle but a short walk from the historic center. 90 well-appointed bedrooms, three restaurants.

topWaterford City


Waterford Castle

The Island, Waterford
Tel: +353 51 878 203

Situated on its own private Island, Waterford Castle Hotel & Golf Resort offers 19 spacious, luxurious guest rooms with stunning views of the surrounding estate. The hotel’s award winning Munster Dining Room is the perfect setting for a wonderful dining experience. You can also enjoy the18 hole Championship Golf Course adjacent to the hotel.

topCork City


Hayfield Manor

Perrott Avenue, College Road, Cork City
Tel: + 353 21 484 5900

Set within 2 acres of mature gardens, Hayfield Manor provides an oasis of calm within the vibrant city of Cork. Located on the cusp of the city, the main shopping and financial district are a mere stroll from the hotel. Explore the city to discover numerous award-winning restaurants, with a good mix of traditional, European, and Oriental cuisine on offer.

topKillarney (County Kerry)


Killarney Park Hotel

Town Centre, Killarney
Tel: +353 64 663 5555

Situated on its own private grounds, this family owned, 5-star luxury hotel is committed to ensuring that every moment will be memorable, relaxing and enjoyable. Rooms overlook either the hotel gardens and the mountains beyond or the historic town of Killarney with the church and cathedral steeples in the background.

topKenmare (County Kerry)


Park Hotel Kenmare

Tel: +353 64 664 1200

With an idyllic setting over Kenmare Bay, this 1897 Victorian landmark offers both old-fashioned elegance and modern convenience. Readers of Condé Nast Traveler and Travel & Leisure voted it the Best Hotel in Ireland 2012. Most of the 46 bedrooms have water views or a private veranda – guest can also enjoy the deluxe SAMAS spa and the Reel Room, a 12-seat cinema.


Sheen Falls Lodge

Tel: + 353 64 664 1600

Once the summer residence of the Marquis of Lansdown, the Sheen Falls Lodge combines the welcoming atmosphere of a country resort with all the comforts you’d expect from a five-star hotel. Set beside a cascading waterfall amid 300 acres of woodland, the lodge offers a wide range of outdoor activities, along with 85 luxurious rooms and several dining venues.

topCounty Clare


Dromoland Castle

New Market on Fergus
Tel: +353 61 368 144

This is one of Europe's finest castle hotels, offering guests the experience of living like landed gentry, surrounded by luxury, beauty, and service. The castle, a magnificent Renaissance structure built in the 16th century, was once the royal seat of the O'Brien clan. Refurbished and transformed into a luxury hotel in 1962, it retains priceless reminders of its historic past.


Old Ground Hotel

O'Connell Street, Ennis
Tel: +353 65 682 8127

Located in an 18th manor house, this ivy-covered 4-star hotel blends luxury with country charm. The newly refurbished rooms are comfortable and stylish, while the hotel’s exceptional restaurant, Town Hall Café, is one of the best in the city.