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Best places to stay in Ireland

From gorgeous castles to historic manors and funky hostels, Ireland has accommodation options for just about everyone. Lonely Planet authors have scoured the Emerald Isle and chosen the best of these - a tough decision - for you.

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4 Star Hotel

Waterford Castle

Getting away from it all is an understatement at this mid-19th-century turreted castle, which is located on its own 124-hectare island roamed by deer...

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Butler House

You can't stay in Kilkenny Castle, but this historic mansion is surely the next best thing...

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Garnish House Guesthouse

Every attention is lavished upon guests at this award-winning B&B. The legendary breakfast menu (30 choices!) includes fresh fish, French toast, omelettes and a whole lot more...

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Valley House Holiday Hostel

Amid unruly gardens, this remote, 42-bed hostel in a creaking old mansion has atmosphere to spare...

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Crystal Springs B&B

You can cast a line from the timber deck of this wonderfully relaxing riverside B&B or just laze about on the adjacent lawn...

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Kilronan Hostel

You'll see the pistachio-green Kilronan Hostel perched above Tí Joe Mac's pub even before your ferry docks at the pier, a two-minute walk away. Forty beds are spread across spotless four- and six-bed rooms...

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Dylan Hotel

A genuine contender for favourite celebrity stopover, the Dylan's designer OTT look – baroque meets Scandinavian sleek by way of neo-art nouveau and glammed-up 1940s art deco – has nevertheless been a big hit, a reflection perhaps of a time when too...

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Adare Manor

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Glen House

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Number 31

Probably the city's most distinctive property, this is the former home of modernist architect Sam Stephenson, who created here a stunning homage to the style and cool of the 1960s: cue the theme music to Austin Powers...

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Glendalough Hermitages

In an effort to recreate something of the contemplative spirit of Kevin's early years in the valley, St Kevin's Parish Church rents out five cillíns (hermitages) for folks looking to take time out from the bustle of daily life and reflect o...

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Ballymaloe House

The wisteria-clad Ballymaloe House is something special...

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Hostel

Neptunes Town Hostel

Neptune's dorms can sleep over 150, but this central hostel feels much smaller thanks to the roaring fire in reception and the staff's unfailing helpfulness. There's a laundry service; rates include breakfast.

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Gregan's Castle Hotel

This hidden Clare gem is housed in a grand estate dating to the 19th century. The 20 rooms and suites, however, have a plush, stylish feel with just enough modern touches to keep you from feeling you've bedded down in a waxworks...

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Castlecoote House

This beautifully restored Georgian mansion has five impossibly romantic rooms with antique furnishings and views over the orchard, ruined castle or river. Expect marble fireplaces, four-poster beds, chandeliers and croquet on the lawn...

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Sleepzone Connemara

This renovated 19th-century property has over 100 beds in spotless dorms and private rooms. Popular with walkers, its amenities include a bar, barbecue terrace, tennis court and bike hire...

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