Best Irish hotel you ever stayed in.

Doom · 04-10-2014 1:15am #1

I don't get away often, I like to save up a have a decent hotel even if its for one night.
Myself and the OH are in Killarney, there is a jucuzzi in our bedroom ( in the actual room, not bathroom) with a lovely view if the mountains out the window
So tell us, your posh get aways....

Chucken · 04-10-2014 1:17am

Doom wrote: »

I don't get away often, I like to save up a have a decent hotel even if its for one night.
Myself and the OH are in Killarney, there is a jucuzzi in our bedroom ( in the actual room, not bathroom) with a lovely view if the mountains out the window
So tell us, your posh get aways....

And you're posting on Boards

Tut Tut

thunderdog · 04-10-2014 1:18am

Had a posh w?nk once. Nice get away from the standard every now and then

pebbles21 · 04-10-2014 1:20am

Doom wrote: »

I don't get away often, I like to save up a have a decent hotel even if its for one night.
Myself and the OH are in Killarney, there is a jucuzzi in our bedroom ( in the actual room, not bathroom) with a lovely view if the mountains out the window
So tell us, your posh get aways....

Your obviously having a great time so..Since you have the time to post on here;)

Doom · 04-10-2014 1:20am

Chucken wrote: »

And you're posting on Boards Tut Tut

Even stallions need a break....

11wingnut · 04-10-2014 1:22am

The slive donnard or any of the Hastings group.

Doom · 04-10-2014 1:22am

The facilities have been put to good use....I'm a night owl :-)

sparrowcar · 04-10-2014 1:22am

Doom wrote: »

I don't get away often, I like to save up a have a decent hotel even if its for one night.
Myself and the OH are in Killarney, there is a jucuzzi in our bedroom ( in the actual room, not bathroom) with a lovely view if the mountains out the window
So tell us, your posh get aways....

Europe hotel?

Sir Arthur Daley · 04-10-2014 1:37am

Id be riding mad in the jacuzzi before i be posting on boards about it.

Mariasofia · 04-10-2014 1:41am

The G in Galway is hard to beat ...

kryogen · 04-10-2014 1:50am

Donegal

Lough Eske Castle

The Backwards Man · 04-10-2014 1:52am

Premier inn Dublin airport.

When I stay there it means I'm going somewhere the next day.

Sir Arthur Daley · 04-10-2014 1:55am

The Backwards Man wrote: »

Premier inn Dublin airport.

When I stay there it means I'm going somewhere the next day.

If you camped in a tent at knock airport would you give it similar appraisal?

The Backwards Man · 04-10-2014 1:59am

Sir Arthur Daley wrote: »

If you camped in a tent at knock airport would you give it similar appraisal?

Charlestown Airport you mean?

fleet_admiral · 04-10-2014 2:03am

The Brehon in Killarney

SmokeyEyes · 04-10-2014 5:39am

Hayfield Manor in Cork is easily the nicest hotel we've stayed in.

Caybar · 04-10-2014 5:44am

Ashford castle

04-10-2014 5:49am

Lake Hotel, Killarney

candy-gal1 · 04-10-2014 6:06am

Itd be a toss up between Premier Inn - Hotel St George - The Westin, all incrdable places, lovely rooms, relaxing and plenty of awesome movieage on tv!

viztopia · 04-10-2014 6:08am

Btw what hotel are you staying in in Kilkenny? Sounds nice

Doom wrote: »

I don't get away often, I like to save up a have a decent hotel even if its for one night.
Myself and the OH are in Killarney, there is a jucuzzi in our bedroom ( in the actual room, not bathroom) with a lovely view if the mountains out the window
So tell us, your posh get aways....

Jawgap · 04-10-2014 7:01am

In my experience the 'best' facilities don't always equate to the 'best' hotel.

Best hotel I've stayed in is the Quality in Clonakilty - facilities are so-so (good gym) but the staff are brilliant - consistently the best I've met.

Wineport Lodge was probably the nicest in terms of location and rooms.

MajorMax · 04-10-2014 7:10am

The Twelve in Barna

Banjo String · 04-10-2014 7:16am

Killashee in Naas has to be one of the best hotels I've ever stayed in.

Stayed in it a good few times now, had my wedding reception there also.

Heads up lads.... There's a bath in the middle of the bridal suite. (in case your bride stinks)

04-10-2014 7:27am

Powerscourt House Hotel. Just, wow. The most stunning hotel, room as big as a house, fantastic spa, and beautiful food.

The Four Seasons in dublin would be a close second (though I head it's not what it once was).

Other noteable mentions; Radisson Farnham Estate Cavan, Druids Glen Wicklow, Lyrath Estate in Wicklow for the cinema and breakfast, and brook lodge for the cosines and the food.

(I like food).

Best B&B Desmond House in Kinsale!

I really want to stay in Lough Eske. Have that on my list!

stoutykid · 04-10-2014 8:01am

Has to be either The Westbury in Dublin or Castlemartyer Estate Cork....

kollegeknight · 04-10-2014 8:04am

I found the G in Galway a great room but the service lacking the night we stayed.

Stayed in the marker in Dublin the night of the AI hurling replay last year and I found it to be amazing.

Doodee · 04-10-2014 8:04am

Anno Santo in Galway

Menas · 04-10-2014 8:15am

We are working our way thru the Bluebook. Not hotels in the strictest definition of the word, but a massive WOW factor.
Highly recommended if you have a few quid to burn....or generous family at christmas time!

Lia_lia · 04-10-2014 8:16am

Doom wrote: »

I don't get away often, I like to save up a have a decent hotel even if its for one night.
Myself and the OH are in Killarney, there is a jucuzzi in our bedroom ( in the actual room, not bathroom) with a lovely view if the mountains out the window
So tell us, your posh get aways....

Is it the Lake Hotel? Europe? I'm from Killarney and worked in a few of the hotels when I was in school/college. Only ever stayed in about 3 hotels in Ireland though...all pretty basic!

gracehopper · 04-10-2014 8:19am

Castle martyr in cork and the europe in killarney are the two that blew me away. Think they are also rated one and two in the country afaik.

Larry Wildman · 04-10-2014 8:21am

Europe Hotel in Killarney is something special.

michellie · 04-10-2014 8:23am

Is it the lake hotel?

I've stayed in the dunboyne castle hotel, that was nice.
Will be staying in mount Juliet new years eve and I think that may be my winner

Lia_lia · 04-10-2014 8:24am

I don't really like the Europe for some reason. It's a bit much. It doesn't seem very Irish or something (maybe because it's run by Germans). It's like being in a different country in there. Views are amazing, but something a bit off for me! Worked there with an agency once in the restaurant years ago...cleanest kitchen I've ever been in!

Toto Wolfcastle · 04-10-2014 9:23am

kollegeknight wrote: »

I found the G in Galway a great room but the service lacking the night we stayed.

I've been there a good few times and the service has always been excellent. Things like that do put you off though. We thought Lyrath was lovely but we were really put off by all the screaming kids running around when we stayed there.

Best hotel that I've stayed in in terms of staff is a toss up between the Killarney Park and the Maryborough in Cork.

Daveysil15 · 04-10-2014 9:25am

The Osprey in Naas.

uberwolf · 04-10-2014 9:34am

Best - Cliff House Hotel.
Name I'd like to get out there for just being brilliant - http://www.newforgehouse.com/

Curly Judge · 04-10-2014 9:36am

Never could understand paying out assloads of money for a very posh hotel.
Adequate has always done me.
A warm, quiet, clean room with a good comfortable bed and a good shower is a must though.
Even if I won the lotto I doubt I'd alter much

fleet_admiral · 04-10-2014 10:14am

Caybar wrote: »

Ashford castle

That may be one of the most luxurious hotels in the country but would it be the best?
I mean the idea of having to wear a dinner jacket just to walk into a room, then you take it off is silly imo, plus getting a wagon wheel sized plate with a 3 inch slice of pork in the middle is silly, again imo

HeidiHeidi · 04-10-2014 10:19am

Ballynahinch Castle in Connemara, no contest.

Was slightly appalled when I heard Denis O'Brien has bought it, but he's apparently sworn that he won't change it.

He'd better not :mad:

anto9 · 04-10-2014 10:33am

Maples guest house ,Glasnevin ,Dublin .Suited me fine ,breakfast included.I only splurge on Hotels in Asia where you get great value and are treated like a king .

04-10-2014 11:00am

Any of the suites at Dromoland Castle, or the Princess Grace Suite at the Shelbourne Hotel, would be my own favourites. Really luxurious special feel )

mfceiling · 04-10-2014 11:01am

Heading to The Shelbourne next saturday for the wife's birthday...will report back on sunday.

zefer · 04-10-2014 11:07am

kryogen wrote: »

Donegal

Lough Eske Castle

Harvey's point at lough eske is nicer. The biggest hotel rooms (and beds) I've ever stayed in

humbert · 04-10-2014 11:19am

Kilmurvey House (B&B, but still) on the Aran Islands was very nice. Haven't stayed in many Irish hotels.

04-10-2014 11:25am

I loved the lake hotel in kerry, and radisson farnham is amazing too.
Wasn't pushed on druids glen
Dying to go to monart and that 5* place in kerry and powerscourt R-C

DLMA23 · 04-10-2014 11:29am

The Cliff House Hotel, Ardmore, Waterford

Gatling · 04-10-2014 11:38am

The River Court hotel in Kilkenny with castle view rooms

looksee · 04-10-2014 11:41am

Kelly's in Rosslare is superb - food, service, everything.

Honestly though - and no criticism of Kellys - I would rather have a few days in somewhere simpler but with character and interesting atmosphere and things to do. I really like the ringfort in the Irish National Heritage park for example...no service, basic accommodation and make your own food over an open fire!

Canis Lupus · 04-10-2014 11:52am

DLMA23 wrote: »

The Cliff House Hotel, Ardmore, Waterford

Fierce fancy that place. I had a mate who worked there put me up there when I was cycling from London to Kerry. I reckon they had a double think when my unwashed smelly self rocked in through the front door in cycle shorts. 20 minutes later I had my washing strung across the room. Made me smile. Nice brekkie as well. I even swiped the scones the people on the table next to me left behind.

Curly Judge · 04-10-2014 12:13pm

Canis Lupus wrote: »

Fierce fancy that place. I had a mate who worked there put me up there when I was cycling from London to Kerry. I reckon they had a double think when my unwashed smelly self rocked in through the front door in cycle shorts. 20 minutes later I had my washing strung across the room. Made me smile. Nice brekkie as well. I even swiped the scones the people on the table next to me left behind.

Isn't your friend lucky :rolleyes: to have a friend like you!
Honestly I cannot stand this type of bog Irish attitude.
You couldn't just enjoy the hotel and be grateful to your friend, could you?
No... you had to act the smart, cute hoor, entitled, "shure every loves us and will let us away with it", Paddy!

Conchir · 04-10-2014 2:36pm

Kelly's in Rosslare, love it.

Best Irish hotel you ever stayed in.

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