Last-minute family-friendly hotels in Ireland

Enjoying the beautiful scenery of Carlingford Lough and the Mourne Mountains, Warrenpoint’s Whistledown Hotel provides luxurious accommodation 1 hour’s drive from Belfast. This boutique hotel offers a full range of services including free Wi-Fi, a bar and elegant restaurants.

All guest rooms at The Whistledown Hotel have en suite bathroom facilities with a bath or shower, with complementary toiletries and a hairdryer provided. There is a flat-screen TV, telephone, safe and tea and coffee facilities in each room.

This hotel offers luggage storage, laundry services and dry cleaning, with ironing facilities in all rooms. Business facilities such as meeting rooms, fax and photocopying services are also provided.

Displaying eye-catching designer styling, this County Down hotel is just over 7 miles from the city of Newry. Visit its Cathedral and Creamery Quarters to find a lively mix of independent boutiques, cafés and bars.

With a stay at Camden Court Hotel, you'll be centrally located in Dublin – a 7-minute walk from St. Stephen's Green and 14 minutes by foot from St. Patrick's Cathedral. This spa hotel is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Dublin Castle and 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Christ Church Cathedral.

With a stay at The Bonnington Dublin & Leisure Centre in Dublin (Whitehall), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Croke Park and Dublin City University. This family-friendly hotel is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Trinity College and 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Jameson Distillery Bow St..

With a stay at Clybaun Hotel Galway in Galway (Clybaun), you'll be a 4-minute drive from Leisureland and 5 minutes from Silver Strand. This family-friendly hotel is 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from University Hospital Galway and 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from National Aquarium of Galway.

Set amidst 170 acres of parkland, Lyrath Estate Kilkenny is located on the outskirts of Kilkenny City. It offers air-conditioned rooms, Oasis Spa with indoor infinity pool, leisure centre and 2 award-winning restaurants. Free WiFi is available throughout.

Guests can enjoy a peaceful night's sleep at Lyrath Estate as rooms are soundproof and have blackout curtains. Each room includes a 43-inch flat-screen TV and overlooks the estate.

The Leisure Centre boasts a 17 metre swimming pool, a gym, steam room and jacuzzi with a smaller splash pool for younger children. Oasis Spa offers a range of treatments, pre-booking of appointments is essential.

Contemporary Irish cuisine is on the menu at Yew Restaurant which uses locally sourced ingredients while Tupper's is a traditional Irish bar which also serves bar food. The Grill & Bar features an open kitchen, cocktail bar and panoramic views. It is located on the mezzanine level and features dishes such as Tomahawk steak and lobster.

Kilkenny Train Station is a 5-minute drive away. Free parking is available.

When you stay at Hilton Dublin Airport Hotel in Dublin, you'll be near the airport, within a 15-minute drive of Croke Park and Dublin Port. This hotel is 5.8 mi (9.4 km) from Trinity College and 6.8 mi (10.9 km) from Aviva Stadium.

With a stay at The Ardilaun Hotel in Galway (Tievegarriff), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Quay Street and Eyre Square. This hotel is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Pearse Stadium and 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Caesar's Palace.

Located in Oranmore, Oranmore Lodge Hotel, Conference and Leisure Centre is in the suburbs, within a 10-minute drive of Galway Bay Golf And Country Club and Eyre Square. This golf hotel is 6.2 mi (10 km) from Spanish Arch and 6.7 mi (10.8 km) from St. Nicholas' Collegiate Church.

The Galmont is centrally located in Galway – a 5-minute walk from Eyre Square and 14 minutes by foot from Galway Cathedral. This eco-friendly hotel is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from University Hospital Galway and 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from University of Galway.

Located in Cratloe, Radisson Blu Hotel & Spa, Limerick is within a 10-minute drive of Bunratty Castle and Folk Park and The Treaty Stone. This family-friendly hotel is 4.2 mi (6.8 km) from King John's Castle and 4.4 mi (7.1 km) from People's Park.

Located in Thomastown, Mount Juliet Estate, Autograph Collection is on the riverwalk – a 1-minute drive from Mount Juliet Golf Course and 5 minutes from Jerpoint Abbey. This family-friendly hotel is 10.3 mi (16.7 km) from Woodstock House and Gardens and 10.8 mi (17.3 km) from Kilkenny Castle.

With a stay at The Connacht Hotel in Galway (Ballybaan Beg), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Eyre Square and Quay Street. This family-friendly hotel is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Galway Irish Crystal Heritage Centre and 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Bon Secours Hospital Galway.

With a stay at Salthill Hotel in Galway (Attithomasrevagh), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Quay Street and Eyre Square. This family-friendly hotel is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Salthill Promenade and 0.2 mi (0.2 km) from Ladies Beach.

Located in Faithlegg, Faithlegg Hotel is on a river – a 1-minute drive from Faithlegg Golf Club and 11 minutes from Waterford Regional Hospital. This family-friendly hotel is 6.2 mi (9.9 km) from House of Waterford Crystal and 6.8 mi (11 km) from Duncannon Beach.

With a stay at Limerick Strand Hotel, you'll be centrally located in Limerick, within a 15-minute drive of Bunratty Castle and Folk Park and The Treaty Stone. This family-friendly hotel is 0.3 mi (0.6 km) from Augustinian Church and 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Thomond Bridge.

Situated in Limerick, 31 km from Limerick Greyhound Stadium, Rathkeale House Hotel features accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. Boasting room service, this property also has a restaurant and a terrace. The accommodation provides evening entertainment and a 24-hour front desk.

The hotel offers a children's playground. You can play darts at this 3-star hotel, and the area is popular for cycling.

Limerick College of Further Education is 31 km from Rathkeale House Hotel, while The Hunt Museum is 31 km away. Shannon Airport is 56 km from the property, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Located in Bundoran, 100 metres from Bundoran Beach, Holyrood Hotel - Leisure Centre & The Spa at Orchids provides accommodation with a terrace, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar. This 4-star hotel offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. The hotel offers an indoor pool, evening entertainment and a kids' club.

With a private bathroom equipped with a bath or shower and free toiletries, rooms at the hotel also provide guests with a city view. All units in Holyrood Hotel - Leisure Centre & The Spa at Orchids are fitted with a flat-screen TV and a hairdryer.

A continental, Full English/Irish or vegetarian breakfast is available at the property.

The accommodation offers a children's playground.

Donegal Golf Club is 22 km from Holyrood Hotel - Leisure Centre & The Spa at Orchids, while Lissadell House is 27 km away. Ireland West Knock Airport is 86 km from the property.

With a stay at Pillo Hotel & Leisure Club in Ashbourne, you'll be in the historical district, within a 10-minute drive of Emerald Park and Ashbourne Golf Club. This family-friendly hotel is 16 mi (25.8 km) from Dublin Zoo and 17 mi (27.3 km) from Liffey Valley Shopping Centre.

Located in Swords, Roganstown Hotel & Country Club is in a rural location, within a 15-minute drive of Pavilions Shopping Centre and Newbridge House and Farm. This family-friendly hotel is 7.5 mi (12.1 km) from Malahide Castle and 12.5 mi (20.1 km) from Croke Park.

With a stay at The Central Hotel Donegal in Donegal, you'll be just steps from Diamond Obelisk and Killaghtee Old Church. This hotel is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Donegal Castle and 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from O'Donnel's Castle.