Must-see hotels in County Wicklow

  • Tinakilly Country House & Restaurant

    County Wicklow

    This magnificent Victorian Italianate house 4km northwest of Wicklow town is one of the most elegant country homes in the county. You have a choice…

  • Powerscourt Hotel & Spa

    Wicklow Mountains

    Wicklow's most luxurious hotel is this 200-room stunner on the grounds of the Powerscourt Estate. Inside this Marriott-managed property, the decor is a…

  • Heather House

    Glendalough

    Understated country-style elegance radiates from the luxurious bedrooms at this superb-value B&B, around 2km east of Glendalough. There's a lovely garden…

  • Hunter's Hotel

    County Wicklow

    Just outside Rathnew, 5km northwest of Wicklow town on the R761, this exquisite former coaching inn (one of Ireland's oldest) has 16 romantic rooms…

  • Brook Lodge & Wells Spa

    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…

  • Glenmalure Hostel

    Wicklow Mountains

    No telephone (the listed number is An Óige head office), no electricity (lighting is by gas) and no running water, just a rustic two-storey former hunting…

  • Woodenbridge Hotel

    Vale of Avoca

    First licensed as a coaching inn in 1608, the Woodenbridge has hosted Sir Walter Scott, Éamon de Valera, Michael Collins and countless other travellers on…

  • Knockree Youth Hostel

    Wicklow Mountains

    In the wooded Glencree Valley, 5km southwest of Enniskerry, this An Óige hostel opened in 1938 in an 18th-century farmhouse and has since received a 21st…

  • Hidden Valley Holiday Park

    County Wicklow

    The River Avonmore flows through this peaceful camping ground, with riverside pitches and safe, shallow swimming. Simple glamping cabins sleeping up to…

  • Strand Hotel

    Bray

    Built in 1870 by Sir William and Lady Jane Wilde, this beautifully restored property was inherited by their son, poet and playwright Oscar, in 1876. Named…

  • Esplanade Hotel

    Bray

    Topped by turrets, this red-brick Victorian hotel is a Bray landmark. The pick of the rooms are the 38 in the original seafront building (some with bay…

  • River Valley Park

    Vale of Avoca

    Camping options at this award-winning site span tent pitches, glamping microlodges (without bathrooms), self-catering mobile homes (two-night minimum stay…

  • Elbowroom Escape

    County Wicklow

    Walking trails extend into the Wicklow Mountains from this eco-lodge in the Glen of Imaal. Guided hikes are available, along with yoga and wellness…

  • Wicklow Head Lighthouse

    County Wicklow

    Dating from 1781, this six-storey-high stone lighthouse has octagonal rooms with 1m-thick walls and arched windows providing views of the Wicklow…

  • Ballyknocken House & Cookery School

    County Wicklow

    This is a beautiful ivy-clad Victorian home, where each of the seven carefully appointed bedrooms has antique furnishings, and some with original,…

  • Rathsallagh House & Country Club

    County Wicklow

    This fabulous country manor was converted from Queen Anne stables after the main house was burned down during the 1798 Rising. Luxury reigns here, with 29…

  • Summerhill House Hotel

    Wicklow Mountains

    This country property 1km southeast of Enniskerry off the R760 is a great place to lay your head – on soft cotton pillows surrounded by traditional…

  • Coolakay House

    Wicklow Mountains

    A great option for walkers along the Wicklow Way, this modern working farm is 4km south of Enniskerry off the R760. The light, airy bedrooms are well…

  • Glendalough International Hostel

    Glendalough

    This modern hostel is conveniently situated near Glendalough's ancient monastic site, set within the scenic Glendalough Valley. All dorms have their own…

  • Glendalough Hermitage Centre

    Glendalough

    For spiritual R&R, five hermitages (really just plain one- and two-bed cottages) are rented out by St Kevin's Parish Church. Facilities are pretty basic…

  • Twelve Glenmalure Pines

    Wicklow Mountains

    At the lower end of Glenmalure, this modern, Scandinavian-style lodge in a development of similar properties, has two bedrooms with private bathrooms, a…

  • Glendalough Hotel

    Glendalough

    There's no mistaking Glendalough's only hotel, conveniently located next door to the visitor centre. There is also no shortage of takers for its 44…

  • Roundwood Caravan & Camping Park

    Wicklow Mountains

    Located 500m north of the village and served by the twice-daily St Kevins Bus service between Dublin and Glendalough, Roundwood's campground has good…