Irish Travel Plans will offer a range of accommodation suited to your requirements and desires, working with your customised itinerary. Choose from historical private period homes, luxurious 5 star hotel resorts, grandiose castle hotels, country house hotels, 3 and 4 star hotels, self-catering cottages and welcoming Irish Home B&Bs.
During our many years of business we have developed close working relationships with many of Ireland’s finest accommodation providers and Irish Travel Plans have visited all of these properties in recent years to ensure the quality and services offered.
If you have a specific accommodation provider in mind please ensure to tell us when we are working on your customised itinerary. We now invite you to take a tour of a selection of the accommodation providers we work with.
ABBEYGLEN CASTLE HOTEL
CLIFDEN
This manor house hotel, built in 1832, is set in beautiful gardens with waterfalls and streams against a backdrop of the beautiful landscape of Clifden and the Twelve Bens mountains. The warm and friendly staff are always at hand to make your stay special, guaranteeing you an unforgettable experience. Clifden, known as the ‘capital’ of Connemara is a great base for touring this region.
ADARE MANOR HOTEL & GOLF RESORT
ADARE
Located in Ireland’s ‘prettiest village’, the Adare Manor Hotel & Golf Resort is the ultimate luxury vacation destination. Including elegant bedrooms, world-class restaurant, 18 hole championship golf course, luxurious spa, extensive walks and estate activities.
ATLANTIC VIEW GUESTHOUSE
DOOLIN
In Doolin, known as the best centre in Ireland for traditional music, enjoy a stay with the O’Brien Family at the Atlantic View Guesthouse, who offer their guests comfort and warm Irish hospitality. Only a quick 5 minute walk from the Aran Doolin Ferries.
ASHFORD CASTLE
CONG, CO. MAYO
Nestled in the lush County Mayo countryside, in the village of Cong is one of Ireland’s most luxurious castle hotels. The splendour of Ashford is everywhere; in the beautifully appointed bedrooms and castle interiors, much of which retains the original architecture, in the glorious scenery that surrounds the estate, in the extensive woodland walks and estate activities and in the excuisite care that guests receive.
BALLYNAHINCH CASTLE HOTEL
CONNEMARA
Set in a private 450 acre estate in the heart of Connemara, this is one of the finest luxury castle hotels in Ireland. Offering casual country elegance and luxury with well appointed bedrooms, delightful dining experiences and a wealth of country estate activities.
BARBERSTOWN CASTLE
STRAFFAN, CO. KILDARE
This 13th century castle hotel is nestled in 20 acres of gardens and only 30 minutes from Dublin City. A unique elegance of design has been maintained by blending its Victorian and Elizabethan wings with the original Castle Battlement of 1288. Guests can enjoy the very relaxing environment while indulging in great food, good wines and open log fires. Private groups can enjoy a medieval banquet in one of Ireland’s oldest castles.
CASTLE DURROW
CO. LAOIS
Just minutes from the quaint village of Durrow in Co. Laois, just an hour from Dublin, this house was built in 1716 by Caption Flower as his family home in the Midlands. One of Ireland’s most luxurious country house hotels with deluxe bedrooms and gourmet dining. The pre-Palladian design and the formal gardens were the height of fashion at the time and the colour of the cut stone contrasts with the breathtaking views of the landscape.
CASTLE LESLIE
GLASLOUGH, CO. MONAGHAN
This truly private retreat is considered one of the best castle hotels in Ireland. Built in 1870, this is a great estate in a lakeside location with an excellent equestrian centre and miles of new horse trails. Choose from various accommodation options; the main house, the converted stables or a suite in the lodge. Located about 80 miles drive north of Dublin, it is ideal for a romantic break away and as a base for exploring Northern Ireland.
CLOUGHJORDAN COUNTRY HOUSE
OFFALY
This beautiful 400 year old historic house is located in the heart of Ireland, just minutes walk from the village of Cloughjordan. Your hosts, the Baker family’s warmth and hospitality will make you feel relaxed and welcome during your stay, and you can participate in cookery classes or attend courses in the eco gardens.
CONNEMARA COUNTRY LODGE
CLIFDEN
In the town of Clifden, nestled in its’ landscaped 2-acre gardens, the purpose-built Georgian style elegant Connemara Country Lodge offers its guests a truly warm Irish welcome and is the ideal base for exploring the west of Ireland.
COURTYARD GUESTHOUSE
BUNRATTY
For the country style guesthouse, the Courtyard, in Bunratty village, offers excellent accommodation and a great welcome, and is only minutes from the medieval castle and folk park, and excellent shops, pubs and restaurants.
DROMOLAND CASTLE
CO. CLARE
Nestled in the beautiful countryside of County Clare, is one of the finest luxury destinations in Ireland. Dromoland Castle was originally the ancestral home of the direct descendants of Brian Boru, the High King of Ireland. The castle has seamlessly blended Old-World elegance with contemporary luxuries. Luxurious bedrooms, gourmet fine dining, luxurious spa and an extensive estate with many activities.
EMLAGH COUNTRY HOUSE
DINGLE
This is a luxury country house located overlooking the Atlantic Ocean and just minutes walk from Dingle town. A charming retreat where you can come away to escape, relax and be indulged at every opportunity.
GREGANS CASTLE HOTEL
BALLYVAUGHAN ****
This family run country house hotel is a truly luxury rural retreat. Set in the heart of the Burren, and overlooking Galway Bay and the lunar like landscape of the Burren. Inside, you’ll find welcoming open fires, candlelight and striking decoration ranging from modern art, to antique furniture, to pretty garden flowers adorning the rooms.
HOTEL EUROPE
kILLARNEY
This hotel and resort is nestled in the stunning location on the shores of Killarney Lakes and offers splendid and breathtaking views from the lounge, rooms and gardens. Offering a large range of award winning facilities, a luxury home away from home.
INTERNATIONAL HOTEL
KILLARNEY
Located in the centre of Killarney town, your luxury home away from home. Blending the charm of times past with contemporary elegance, the hotel is just minutes walk from shopping, pubs and restaurants.
KINNITTY CASTLE
BIRR, CO. OFFALY
This 13th century castle in 650 acres of parkland is nestled in the foothills of the Slieve Bloom Mountains in the picturesque village of Kinnitty. While staying in the lavish medieval castle guests can enjoy the opulant bedrooms with their high ceilings, cast iron roll top baths and original features in keeping with the period of the property. Relax beside the unique open fires after enjoying the best of local cusine prepared in the gourmet restaurant.
LAKE HOTEL
KILLARNEY
This hotel is located in the idyllic setting overlooking the Lakes of Killarney, only a short distance from Killarney town. There is a variety of accommodation options from which to choose, many guests opt for the lake view rooms given the magnificence of the landscape which is laid out in front of them whilst others prefer the more low-key beauty of the woodland areas to the front of the hotel, where the deer roam freely.
LOUGH ESKE CASTLE
DONEGAL
This lavishly furnished luxury hotel on a secluded lakeside estate is just minutes from Donegal town in the north west of the country. Dating back to the 15th centure this historic building is set on 43 acres or forest woodland and hugs the shores of Lough Eske with the Blue Stack Mountains in the background.
MERRION HOTEL
DUBLIN
This stylish hotel is located in the heart of Dublin City. Created from four restored Georgian Townhouses you can choose from standard, deluxe, superior, suites and penthouse accommodation. The epitome of relaxed grandeur, welcoming Dubliners and visitors to the city with stunningly appointed rooms, crackling turf fires and a host of facilities.
PARK HOTEL
KENMARE
This Victorian landmark, dating from 1897, with its splendid views over the glistening waters of Kenmare Bay, the ever changing light of the Cork and Kerry Mountains, the adjoining 18 hole golf course, garden walks and the Heritage Town of Kenmare is home to one of Ireland’s finest hotels.
ROSSNAREE COUNTRY HOUSE
NEWGRANGE
This stylish grand old historical country house offers boutique bed and breakfast with magnificent views across the Boyne Valley and the megalithic passage tomb of Newgrange.
WATERFORD CASTLE
THE ISLAND, WATERFORD
One of Ireland’s most acclaimed castle hotels sits on it’s own private island and offers modern day luxury whilst in the splendid surroundings of the 800 year old castle. Enjoy luxurious accommodation, fine dining, 18 hole championship golf course, extensive estate activities and intoxicating nature walks.