Dublin
While the bedrooms have a slight corporate feel, the public spaces in Trinity City really shine, particularly the Brunswick Terrace and courtyard garden,…
Must-see hotels in Ireland
Adare
This detached house around 400m north of the village centre has six homely and antique-styled rooms – each in a different colour – with great breakfasts…
County Mayo
Promising a lovely stay on the island, the scenically positioned Teach Abhainn, a working farm 1.5km west of the harbour, has mesmerising views, hearty…
Inisheer
Rory Conneely's atmospheric digs have 20 rooms with private bathrooms and dark-wood furniture; many have views across the water. The cosy pub downstairs…
Kilkenny City
Wake up to castle views (from some of the rooms) at this stylish, modern and central hotel with a muted moss-green, soft-blue and dark-red colour scheme,…
County Waterford
This suburban-style family home has clean, comfortable, spacious rooms with pine furniture, brightened by punchy colour schemes with coordinated fabrics…
The West Cork Coast
Smack in the middle of town, this hotel has 13 bright and airy rooms; ask for one with a view of the sea. Its restaurant, the Lookout, also has equally…
Dingle Peninsula
An ideal base for exploring the area, this comfortable, modern five-room guesthouse has a great location overlooking Ventry Bay (rooms 1 and 2 have…
Doolin
In a picturesque spot by the river, this converted, cosy, 17th-century farmhouse is a great choice, with peat fires and free laundry. There are 24 beds…
Southwestern Donegal
The fine mountain views and large but cosy and colourful rooms make this a real home away from home, and the breakfast includes preserves made from…
Inisheer
With views looking on to Inisheer's 14th-century O’Brien’s Castle, family-friendly Radharc an Chaisleán comes complete with an array of children's toys…
Grafton Street & St Stephen's Green
Instagrammers flock to this ever-so-stylish hotel on Harcourt St, with its art deco couches and geometric light fittings. Rooms vary from snug City Pods…
Killarney
Knotted pine and polished wood dominate the decor of this light, bright and spacious modern villa, on a quiet side street just a five-minute walk south of…
County Donegal
For a bucolic getaway in a tranquil spot overlooking Lough Eske, this modern B&B has rooms that blend country-house charm and contemporary style, all with…
The West Cork Coast
This stolid veteran has 30 comfortable, refurbished rooms in an attractive location next to the River Ilen. An old railway bridge across the river serves…
County Donegal
You'll find subtle floral patterns and rustic charm in the four ground-floor rooms of this tranquil and pretty stone and stucco B&B 2.5km south of town in…
County Sligo
This excellent hillside guesthouse offers 22 bright, spacious rooms with king-sized beds, hotel-quality design and trendy neutral styling. Room sizes vary…
County Mayo
This fine guesthouse right bedside Clare Harbour has been accommodating people since 1909. These days it offers smart, bright rooms, a warm, relaxed…
County Sligo
The location on a rise on Sligo's southern fringes is a 15-minute uphill walk from town. It offers sunny modern rooms and parking, while the welcoming…
County Tipperary
This light, bright and charming B&B on the Square offers four period-furnished rooms and a sweet roof garden. The owner, Liam Roche, is an expert on local…
Ring of Kerry
Simple and sweet, this homely hostel has good-value private rooms, some in a cute stone cottage at the back, a rooftop balcony with great views and a…
Ring of Kerry
You can sit out on the balcony overlooking the River Laune at this contemporary B&B with 10 spotless spring-toned rooms and hardwood floors. Cots are…
County Donegal
The bright, modern rooms at this large family-run hotel come in calming neutral tones; many have ocean views. You can refuel in its restaurant (mains €12…
Inishowen Peninsula
Set amid riverside gardens, this purpose-built 51-bed hostel is housed in a modern building attached to the historic Tullyarvan Mill. Just north of town,…
Dingle Town
Entered via a 19th-century coaching gateway leading into a cobbled courtyard where breakfast is served in fine weather, this airy B&B has five simple…
Kinsale
A short walk southeast of the centre is this very friendly place that was once the British garrison bakery. Rooms are a reasonable size and terrific…
County Donegal
Opened in 2016, the four-star Waterfront Hotel has well-appointed rooms and excellent service. There are calming water views from the bar and restaurant…
Beara Peninsula
Clean, tidy and basic, the 10 spacious rooms in this two-storey yellow building have an abundance of pine; some have views north over the sea. The…
Tree Grove Caravan & Camping Park
Kilkenny City
Set in a small park, this well-organised camping ground 2.5km southeast of Kilkenny is a pleasant 20-minute walk along the river from the city centre…
Southwestern Donegal
This modern hotel across from and overlooking the harbour has 32 comfortable, simple rooms, a decent bar and a small gym with spa bath, sauna and steam…
County Mayo
You'll find lashings of contemporary style in this small inn right in the centre of town, along with bright, comfy rooms and staff who are keen to please…
Cobh
A classic seaside hotel with soaring chandeliered hallways and 42 well-appointed rooms (it's worth paying extra for one with a sea view). The pool is…
Keel Sandybanks Caravan & Camping Park
County Mayo
There are views of Keel beach from this campground, just a short stroll from town. If you're not keen on canvas, you can kip in a four-person caravan,…
County Sligo
Landscaped grounds, mature trees, and an array of facilities help lend this modern hotel a country-club air. The pretty, tastefully decorated rooms are…
Doolin
With a lovely stove in its lounge, wooden ceilings and colourful rooms, this cottagey IHH-affiliated hostel has 24 beds in an old farmhouse by the road…
County Sligo
A friendly welcome, fair-sized rooms, good location and parking all add to the appeal at this convivial B&B, as do the porridge and Irish fry-ups for…
County Donegal
At the west end of town, this spiffy B&B has comfy rooms and a great terrace and barbecue area with table and chairs so you can enjoy the long nights of…
Connemara
For spick-and-span, bay-view rooms with fresh flowers, a cosy guest lounge, homemade scones and a complimentary afternoon tea, head to this delightful B&B…
County Donegal
This tidy and charming little family-run B&B with a position by the bay has rooms with plenty of brocade and other satiny details. It's down a small lane…
Southwestern Donegal
About 5km east of Kilcar, this modern B&B run by Ethna has large, comfortable rooms, a varied breakfast menu and supreme sea views. The mood matches the…
