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On the banks of the River Nore in the heart of the medieval city of Kilkenny, this 4-star Kilkenny River Court Hotel offers free WiFi.

Overlooking the city's 12th-century castle, The Kilkenny River Court Hotel has a quiet location in a private courtyard, back from the busy Kilkenny streets. The main shopping areas, theaters and entertainment are all close by.

Each of the large rooms is stylishly decorated with fine furnishings. Most overlook the River Nore and the castle.

Guests can dine at the AA rosette-winning Riverside Restaurant and Terrace Kitchen which offers an al fresco dining experience. The hotel can also host weddings, corporate events and special family occasions.

Nestled against the banks of the River Barrow and surrounded by luscious green grounds, the 4-star Woodford Dolmen Hotel Carlow is located just outside Carlow.

Rooms are en suite & all feature work desks and tiled bathrooms with luxurious toiletries. Hair dryers, telephones and tea/coffee making facilities are also available.

The Barrow Bistro serves fine food all day, cooked by the bistro's head chef, who previously trained Jamie Oliver and has cooked for celebrities and royalty. Guests can enjoy an a la carte menu and an extensive wine list.

Guests can enjoy a stroll around the beautifully landscaped gardens, with its impressive bridge joining the hotel to its own private island with picturesque views of the natural backdrop of the River Barrow and the surrounding Killeshin Hills.

Carlow shops and restaurants are easily accessible and Carlow Castle is a short 15-minute walk. Free parking is available at the Woodford Dolmen Hotel Carlow.

This new Dublin hotel is located in Blanchardstown Shopping Center, just off the N3 and minutes from the M50 motorway. Dublin Airport is 9.3 mi away.

At the hotel, rooms come with a desk and a flat-screen TV. Rooms are complete with a private bathroom, while certain rooms at Crowne Plaza Blanchards also have a seating area.

Crowne Plaza Dublin Blanchardstown offers a continental or Full English/Irish breakfast. At the hotel you will find a restaurant serving Italian cuisine. A vegetarian option can also be requested.

Crowne Plaza Blanchardstown is ideal for business or pleasure visits. It has a restaurant serving contemporary Italian cuisine, 14 fully equipped meeting rooms, a bar, and bedrooms featuring brand new beds.

With a stay at Hilton Dublin Kilmainham, you'll be centrally located in Dublin, steps from Kilmainham Gaol Historical Museum and within a 10-minute walk of Irish Museum of Modern Art. This family-friendly hotel is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Phoenix Park and 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Pearse Lyons Whiskey Distillery.

Kettle's Country House Hotel is located outside the town of Swords, just 6.2 mi away from Dublin Airport and 14 mi away from Dublin City Center. Free parking is available.

Each room has free Wi-Fi, a flat-screen TV and tea/coffee-making facilities. Rooms also feature a hairdryer, a safe, ironing facilities, and a work desk with lamp.

Kettles is within easy access of the M1, M50 and N2 motorways and is 20 minutes from Croke Park Stadium, the 3 arena, and Malahide Castle.

ConcertExpress is a new service from Dublin Bus providing busses for all the Malahide Castle concerts in 2024. This service will stop in Kettle's Country House Hotel car park and bring you directly to any Malahide concerts. For more information, please visit ConcertExpress.

The Inn Lounge serves breakfast and a wide selection of bar food, including a lunch-time carvery menu. There is live entertainment at weekends, including traditional music.

Swuite Grangegorman is located in Dublin City Center. The student accommodations offered includes a mix of standard double rooms, deluxe double rooms, double rooms with a balcony and twin rooms. There are also 2 self contained studio apartments and a penthouse with panoramic views over Dublin city.

Guests can relax in the communal garden. All rooms include an en-suite.

Guests can visit the onsite vegan cafe and other onsite amenities. Located in the Smithfield and Grangegorman area, guests can choose from a variety of different pubs and markets.

Jameson Distillery is 1969 feet from Swuite Grangegorman, while Phenix Park is 1 mi away. The nearest airport is Dublin Airport, 8.1 mi from the property.

Blooms Hotel is located in Dublin’s Temple Bar district, 492 feet from Trinity College and Dublin Castle. It has a traditional Irish pub, a nightclub and rooms with flat-screen TVs.

The comfortable rooms at Blooms feature safety deposit boxes, hairdryers and a room service menu is also available. They include bathrooms with showers and baths.

The VAT House Bar is a traditional Irish pub and gets its name from the vat house in the Guinness Brewery.

Grafton and Henry Street, Dublin’s premier shopping areas, are both within a 10-minute walk from the hotel. Located in a vibrant area of the city, the hotel is surrounded by a fantastic range of restaurants and bars.

With a stay at Stauntons on the Green, you'll be centrally located in Dublin, steps from Museum of Literature Ireland and within a 10-minute walk of Grafton Street. This hotel is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Dublin Castle and 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Trinity College.

Located in Dublin (City Centre Dublin), Number 31 is within a 15-minute walk of St. Stephen's Green and Grafton Street. This bed & breakfast is 1 mi (1.5 km) from Trinity College and 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Aviva Stadium.

With a stay at Staycity Aparthotels, Dublin, Mark Street, you'll be centrally located in Dublin, steps from Trinity College and 8 minutes by foot from O'Connell Street. This hotel is 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Grafton Street and 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Bord Gáis Energy Theatre.

With a stay at Clontarf Castle Hotel in Dublin (Clontarf), you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Dublin Port and Croke Park. This hotel is 3.5 mi (5.6 km) from Trinity College and 4.5 mi (7.2 km) from Aviva Stadium.

Located in Dublin (Stillorgan), Talbot Hotel Stillorgan is within a 10-minute drive of Aviva Stadium and Dublin Port. This family-friendly hotel is 4.2 mi (6.7 km) from St. Stephen's Green and 4.3 mi (6.9 km) from Grafton Street.

Located in Wicklow, 3.1 miles from Powerscourt House, Gardens and Waterfall, Powerscourt Springs Health Farm provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. Providing a bar, the property is located within 6 miles of Bray Heritage Centre. The hotel features an indoor pool, sauna and free WiFi.

The private bathroom is equipped with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. At the hotel all rooms are equipped with a closet and a flat-screen TV.

The breakfast offers à la carte, Full English/Irish or vegetarian options.

Guests at Powerscourt Springs Health Farm will be able to enjoy activities in and around Wicklow, like hiking.

National Sealife Aquarium is 6.6 miles from the accommodation, while Brayhead is 7 miles away. Dublin Airport is 30 miles from the property.

With a stay at Fitzwilton Hotel, you'll be centrally located in Waterford, just a 5-minute walk from Garter Lane Arts Centre and 5 minutes by foot from Waterford Treasures Museum. This hotel is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Reginald's Tower and 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Holy Trinity Cathedral.

A stay at Dooleys Hotel Waterford City places you in the heart of Waterford, steps from Waterford Treasures Museum and Garter Lane Arts Centre. This hotel is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Reginald's Tower and 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from St. Patrick's Church.

Located in Galway (Galway City Centre), Snoozles Galway City Centre is a 4-minute walk from Eyre Square and 10 minutes by foot from Galway Harbour. This hotel is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Spanish Arch and 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Galway Cathedral.

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Kinlay has also been featured as a Top Choice in an edition of Lonely Planet, Kinlay Hostel is a standout stay in the heart of Galway City.

Perfectly located on the corner of Eyre Square, just a one-minute stroll from both the coach and train stations, Kinlay is a multi award-winning hostel known for its warm atmosphere and top-notch facilities.

Guests can choose from a range of private rooms and shared dorms, all designed for comfort and convenience. The hostel offers a spacious common area with a pool table and TV, a fully equipped self-catering kitchen, and a bright dining room.

Extras like free breakfast, high-speed WiFi, luggage storage, and city maps come as standard.

The 24-hour reception team is always on hand with local tips and recommendations. Plus, daily tours to the Cliffs of Moher, Connemara, and the Aran Islands depart from right outside the front door.

The Killeshin Hotel is one mile from Portlaoise and junction 16 off the M7 motorway. It offers a bistro, an indoor pool, hot tub, a gym and free parking.

Rooms at the 4-star Killeshin all feature LCD TVs and large work desks. Bathrooms have baths, showers, hairdryers and ironing equipment. Free WiFi internet access is available in all areas.

The Cedarooms Bistro serves modern European cuisine using local Irish produce. The Cedar Rooms Bar is split across two floors and has a wide selection of drinks.

The Zest Health Club at the Killeshin has a sauna and a steam room. There is an aerobics studio with a variety of classes held daily for an additional fee, including Les Mills workout classes.

Portlaoise Train Station is a 15-minute walk away and has direct trains to the Curragh Racecourse and Dublin. Free parking is available at the Killeshin Hotel.

This family-run hotel is just 10 minutes’ drive from Limerick City. There is a pool and hot tub, free parking and free Wi-Fi.

Bedrooms at Greenhills Hotel Limerick all feature a flat-screen TV and tea/coffee-making facilities. Rooms also include a hairdryer and ironing facilities.

The leisure center at Greenhills has a sauna and steam room for guests to relax in, as well as a modern gym. Guests can also attend the fitness classes.

Guests can enjoy meals at Hugh’s on the Greene restaurant or a wide range of drinks at Bryan’s Bar.

With easy access to Limerick’s new Toll Bridge, it is ideally located to explore Kerry, Clare and Galway. Thomond Park, the Limerick Institute of Technology and the Gaelic Grounds are all within a 10-minute walk from the hotel.

Limerick Golf Club is just 8.7 mi away while King John's Castle is 2.5 mi from Greenhills Hotel Limerick. Shannon Airport is 14 mi from the property.

With a stay at The Savoy Hotel, you'll be centrally located in Limerick, within a 15-minute drive of Bunratty Castle and Folk Park and Augustinian Church. This luxury hotel is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from O'Connell Street and 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from International Rugby Experience.