Hotel Europe

Location. The Hotel Europe is located in the village of Fossa, Ireland, overlooking the lake of Killarney and next to three 18 hole championship golf courses. The hotel is six kilometres from Killarney town centre and railway station, and 30 kilometres from Kerry Airport. Hotel Features. The modern resort style Hotel Europe is surrounded by acres of grounds, and the spa is one of Ireland’s largest, with facilities including swimming pools, Finnish saunas, ice caves, steam rooms, and technogym fitness equipment. The 24 hour reception is clad with natural stone and has an open fireplace, and there is wireless Internet access available in public areas. Parking is complimentary. The Panorama restaurant at Hotel Europe offers international dishes and boasts views of the lake. The Brasserie serves lighter meals, with al fresco dining optional, and a daily full Irish breakfast buffet is complimentary. Aperitifs and champagne can be enjoyed in the intimate Crystal Bar, named for its decor of hand cut Irish crystal. Hotel Europe has a dedicated conference centre which is equipped for meetings and presentations. Boating and fishing are available from the hotel’s own private pier on the lake, and the Hotel Europe offers an indoor tennis court, riding on its own Haflinger ponies, a children’s playground and acres of ground to explore. Killarney Golfing and Fishing Club is next to the hotel with three 18 hole courses, and there are six other golf courses nearby. Guestrooms. The 188 guestrooms at Hotel Europe are decorated in warm colours with modern furniture. All have dial up Internet connections, safes, direct dial phones, desks, and minibars. Bathrooms have baths with separate showers, hair dryers, bathrobes, and slippers. Rooms have views of the gardens and golf course or the lake. Expert Tip. Waterville is one of the hig

 

Carlton Redcastle Hotel

Location. Carlton Redcastle Hotel & Spa overlooks Lough Foyle on the Inishowen Peninsula in County Donegal, Republic of Ireland. It lies 25 kilometres from the city of Londonderry in Northern Ireland, and 40 kilometres from Malin Head, Ireland’s most northerly point. Hotel Features. Set in mature woodland, this four storey hotel incorporates the 18th century Redcastle Estate House and has modern additions designed to complement the original property. A variety of beauty and massage treatments are available, and there is a kids’ club and a children’s pool. Complimentary newspapers are on offer in the lobby and complimentary parking is available. The Water’s Edge Restaurant serves local seafood and international dishes, and features excellent views across Lough Foyle. The Captain’s Bar offers a bistro style menu and is decorated in maritime style. A complimentary full Irish breakfast is provided. Carlton Redcastle features an indoor seawater swimming pool with underwater massage jets, and a gym with fitness instructors on hand if needed. The hotel has its own nine hole parkland golf course. Guestrooms. The 93 guestrooms have teak wood panelling, light contemporary decor, and modern furnishings. Original black and white photographs of local scenes are hung on the wall, and rooms have sea or golf course views. All are equipped with satellite television, complimentary high speed Internet connections, and desks. Other standard amenities include coffee and tea making facilities, complimentary designer toiletries, and hair dryers. Expert Tip. Take the Moville Coastal Walk, 10 kilometres from the hotel, to get a taste of some of the excellent scenery and seascapes that this part of Ireland has to offer.

 

Slieve Donard Resort and Spa

Location. On the northwestern coast of Ireland, between the Mountains of Mourne and the Irish Sea, rests the Slieve Donard Resort & Spa. This hotel stands on six acres of private grounds leading to an expansive golden beach and the Royal County Down Golf Course. Two blocks away is the lively resort town of Newcastle. The Castlewellan Country Park and Tollymore Forest Park are four miles away. Hotel Features. Fashioned around Victorian architectural themes, the Slieve Donard is decorated with dark oaks and rich, vibrant hues in burgundy, gold and blue. The grounds surrounding the hotel are embellished with gardens of flowers that add a bright contrast to the rich fields of green. Meals are served on the hotel’s grounds at the Oak Restaurant, offering a selection of Irish cuisine, or the more casual Percy French Grill, offering pub style lunch and dinner. The hotel’s spa overlooks the Irish Sea and offers guests a variety of services focused on relaxation that include 16 treatment rooms, rock saunas and an amethyst steam room. A gym and a 20 meter pool are also located on the spa premises. Hotel guests are treated to a complimentary Irish breakfast daily. Guestrooms. Each guestroom at the Slieve Donard Hotel is decorated and furnished to compliment the hotel’s stoic design. Cherry stained wooden furnishings with lilac and cream upholstery are accentuated by light filtering in from the large framed windows. Most of the 176 rooms offer views of the mountains, the bay the or golf course. Expert Tip. The Slieve Donard Hotel’s on site bar, Chaplin’s Bar, garnered its name from Charlie Chaplin who visited the hotel in 1921.

 

Ariel House – Guest House

Ariel House is a restored 18th century Victorian mansion located in the fashionable, tree lined suburb of Ballsbridge, south of Dublin city centre. The hotel is adjacent to the Lansdowne Rugby International Stadium (home to Irelands Soccer Internationals), the Royal Dublin Society and the Institute of Public Administration. Using the rapid train, hotel guests are just three minutes from Trinity College, National Gallery, St.Stephen’s Green and the shops on Grafton Street. The Ariel House offers a relaxed atmosphere with many features of gracious living. Period furniture and original paintings grace the rooms of this ornate, three storey hotel. A beautiful breakfast room is housed in the hotel’s conservatory, where morning coffee and afternoon tea with freshly baked scones are served daily. Offering 37 guestrooms including some suites, each is tastefully decorated and includes an ensuite bathroom. Each suite features a four poster bed and aromatherapy spa toiletries. Hotel amenities include secretarial service, laundry and dry cleaning, concierge, breakfast service, and guest parking. Limited room service is provided. Non smoking rooms are available.

 

Hodson Bay Hotel

Location. The Hodson Bay Hotel is located in Athlone, Ireland, five kilometres from Dean Crowe Theatre and Athlone Castle, and six kilometres from Roscommon Racecourse. Athlone Golf course is next door. Hotel Features. This modern spa hotel is set on the shores of Lough Ree. A range of spa treatments are available, and the health club houses a steam room, three swimming pools, and a gymnasium. There is free parking nearby, and amenities include a 24 hour front desk, concierge services, and 24 hour room service. Hodson Bay Hotel has two restaurants and a bar, and offers a daily complimentary breakfast. The Octagon Restaurant serves fish and steak specialities, and live music is performed at The Waterfront Carvery. The hotel has conference rooms with audio visual equipment, and public areas have wireless Internet access. Shannon River boat tours depart from the hotel’s marina. During school holidays the hotel offers a kids’ club. Guestrooms. The 182 guestrooms have air conditioning and amenities include satellite television, complimentary high speed Internet, coffee and tea facilities, and hair dryers.

 

Solis Lough Eske Castle

4b>Location. The Solis Lough Eske Castle Hotel is located in County Donegal, Republic of Ireland, in a 17 hectare forest estate. The hotel lies eight kilometres from Donegal town centre and 10 kilometres from Murvagh Beach. Hotel Features. Set between Lough Eske and the Bluestack Mountains, the hotel occupies the site of the original 15th century Eske Castle. A variety of beauty treatments and massages are offered in the onsite spa, which includes an ice fountain and an infinity pool. There is also a 12 metre indoor swimming pool and a fitness centre. Multilingual staff at the 24 hour front desk can offer currency exchange, and there are complimentary newspapers offered in the lobby, along with wireless Internet access. Room service is available 24 hours a day. Secure and valet parking is complimentary. The Solis Lough Eske Castle Hotel houses Cedars Restaurant, which serves dishes containing seasonal and local ingredients. The Gallery Bar and Oak Cellar Bar offer wine and cheese sampling, and bar menus. Afternoon tea is served on Wedgwood china in the lobby lounge, which features an open fireplace. Breakfasts are served daily for a surcharge. The hotel has five meeting rooms. Activities available onsite include golf, hiking, horse riding, boating, and bird watching. Guestrooms. The 96 air conditioned guestrooms are arranged over two floors, accessible by lift. All rooms are decorated in light, natural tones with bespoke oak wood furnishings, and deep pile carpets. Amenities include 32 inch flatscreen televisions with satellite channels, complimentary wireless Internet access, minibars, direct dial phones, and digital safes. The marble bathrooms feature granite vanity units, hair dryers, bathrobes, and separate tubs and showers. Expert Tip. The Donegal Bay Waterbus tour is a relaxing way to take in the beautiful co

 

Fitzpatrick Castle Hotel

Location. Positioned at the brow of Killiney Hill, the 18th century Fitzpatrick Castle Hotel overlooks Dublin Bay on the south coast of Dublin, Ireland. Dublin’s city centre is within 15 kilometres. Hotel Features. The Dungeon Bar & Grill is decorated in chocolate brown and moss green tones, and serves local specialties. The Library Bar presents an extensive wine and cocktail menu amid leather seats in a quiet atmosphere. Conference facilities, wireless Internet access and business services keep meetings and receptions running smoothly. A 22 metre indoor pool offers an on deck spa tub. The hotel features a Scandinavian wooden sauna and steam room. A fitness center is on site. Guestrooms. Furnished balconies provide panoramic bay views. Guestrooms feature cable television and wireless Internet access. Bathrooms offer designer toiletries and makeup mirrors. Expert Tip. A walk to Dalkey (”Thorny Island”) presents a charming seaside village where U2’s Bono and Enya both own property. Pubs, bed and breakfasts, and restaurants dot the area.

 

Maldron Hotel Cork (ex Quality)

Location. The Maldron Hotel Cork is located in Cork, Ireland, close to area attractions, including St. Finbarr’s Cathedral, the English Market and Huguenot Quarter. Cork Airport is within eight kilometers. Hotel Features. Family style meals are available at Lannigan’s Steakhouse, set in a casual atmosphere. Bell’s Bar features drinks and snacks. The Carbery Conference Suite can accommodate up to 160 guests. Wireless Internet access is available in public areas of the hotel. The leisure center offers a 20 meter pool, children’s pool, sauna, steam room, spa tub, gym and spa treatment rooms. Treatments include Reiki and Holistic Massage Therapies. Guestrooms. Guestrooms feature coffeemakers and en suite bathrooms. Expert Tip. A Kids Kamp is featured during the summer months for children aged 5 14 years. Daily events include sports, arts and crafts and pool games.

 

Sneem Hotel

Location. The Sneem Hotel is located in Sneem, County Kerry, Ireland, overlooking the Ring of Kerry route. Parknasilla Golf Course is five kilometres away and Derreen Gardens are 11 kilometres from the hotel. Hotel Features. Sited on a slope above Kenmare Bay and offering views of Ireland’s highest mountain, Carrauntouhil, the Sneem Hotel is a modern, three storey property. Guests have access to the hotel’s leisure area, which offers fitness equipment, sauna, and a spa tub. The bright, contemporary lobby features an open fire and offers complimentary wireless Internet access. Room service is available around the clock. The Sneem Restaurant overlooks the bay and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner in a contemporary setting. The menu offers Irish and international fare, with an emphasis on fresh fish. The bar serves snacks, drinks, and bar meals throughout the day. The Sneem Hotel houses a number of air conditioned conference and meeting rooms. A banquet room features its own separate entrance, bar, and terrace. Guestrooms. The 69 air conditioned guestrooms at the Sneem Hotel are decorated and furnished in a modern style, characterised by warm colours. Amenities include flat screen satellite television, complimentary Internet access, safes, and coffee and tea facilities. Bathrooms offer complimentary toiletries. Expert Tip. The hotel overlooks the Ring of Kerry, a route covering a 175 kilometre circular road that follows the coastline around the Iveragh Peninsula. The route takes visitors through seaside villages, castle ruins, and spectacular vistas.

 

The G

Location. Named one of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World, The G Hotel is located in Galway, Ireland, just one kilometer from the Roman Catholic Cathedral and Salmon Weir Bridge. Hotel Features. Louis XVI style chairs, glass and chrome furnishings and Venetian plaster moldings are part of the eclectic design crafted by Philip Treacy, the renowned hat designer and native of Galway. The G Hotel won the Travel + Leisure Design Award for Best Large Hotel in 2007. ESPA, Ireland’s first ”urban” spa, creates a soothing oasis in stone, linen, glass and wood that overlooks a Japanese bamboo garden. Rain showers, rock saunas, tepidariums, ice fountains, fitness center and vitality pool with a water wall add additional appeal. Riva at The G, the contemporary Italian eatery, serves risotto, seafood and pasta specialties amongst purple velvet banquettes and Andrew Martin chairs in jewel tones. A carpet of tiny Red Swarovski crystals graces the G’s Cocktail Bar. Six meeting suites boast break out areas, a Sky Lounge and two theaters at the adjoining Eye Cinema. Wireless Internet access is available. Guestrooms. Theatrical public spaces give way to subdued, intimate guestrooms. Inspired by Galway’s landscapes and seashores, the rooms utilize materials and textures synonymous with a day at the shore, including conch shell pillows and white Frette linens. A CD/DVD player and in suite library provide entertainment options. Many bathrooms showcase showers built for two, monogrammed bathrobes and slippers, and Etro toiletries. Expert Tip. Glamorous sitting areas set apart The G Hotel from the rest. A raspberry colored catwalk leads to the Grand Salon, showcasing Lough Atalia from floor to ceiling windows and Swarovski crystals embedded into occasional tables. The Pink Salon features Andy Warhol camouflage print chairs and black and white vortex carpet amidst

 

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