The best available Resorts to stay near Ireland’s Ancient East

June 17, 2023 Alice Mieles

Discover the best Resorts in Ireland’s Ancient East including Cliff House Hotel, Dunmore House Hotel, Powerscourt Hotel, Autograph Collection, Walter Raleigh Hotel, Tulfarris Hotel & Golf Resort, Bayview Hotel.
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1. Cliff House Hotel

Middle Road Ardmore Bay, Ardmore Ireland
Excellent
72%
Good
16%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
3%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 2898 reviews

Cliff House Hotel

The Cliff House Hotel. A Hotel For Seaside Luxury regarded as one of the finest small luxury five-star hotels in Ireland, The Cliff House Hotel is a 39-room Irish seaside boutique hotel in the traditional fishing village of Ardmore. Our privately owned hotel also features an intimate Irish destination spa as well as the only Michelin-starred restaurant in Ireland outside Dublin. The building seems to defy gravity, clinging to a cliff on the south side of Ardmore Bay where there has long been a fishing village. From sun-drenched terraces and private balconies it is possible to see Ardmore’s golden sands, lobster pots and dolphins that play out on the water. All our luxury rooms and suites are sea facing while many are interconnected to provide family-friendly configurations. Our intimate destination spa, The Well, is a key attraction.

Luxurious Retreat

Reviewed By 426geraldine

Excellent food, rooms with a view, friendly knowledgeable staff. Very enjoyable stay. Michelin star House restaurant is amazing, the staff are excellent in their knowledge and attention to detail. Will definitely return.

2. Dunmore House Hotel

Muckross Cork, Clonakilty Ireland 011 353 23 880 4050
Excellent
82%
Good
12%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 636 reviews

Dunmore House Hotel

A spectacular vista of the Atlantic Ocean greets you on arrival at Dunmore House Hotel. This third generation family business first opened as a hotel in 1948. The house still retains much of its original character whilst providing all the comforts of a modern hotel. Situated on the shores of Clonakilty Bay in charming West Cork, the adjoining 9 hole golf course and sea terrace add to the enjoyment of this spectacular location. The bar and lounge areas are warm and inviting with an interesting collection of modern Irish art. Both the contemporary dining room and attractive terrace overlook the water. The extensive bar and dining room menus offer high quality locally sourced food, served daily. The magnificent coastal location of Dunmore House Hotel has been used to advantage to provide sea views from most rooms. The hotel is furnished and maintained to a high standard to ensure the comfort of all guests.

A breath of fresh air for dog owners!

Reviewed By michaelakeating

My partner and I were blown away at how welcoming the staff at Dunmore House Hotel were when we visited West Cork this weekend. Having been recommended the venue as a dog-friendly place to eat, we were welcomed and put completely at ease by the staff. They were great with our dog Joey who was only delighted to get all the attention! The views from the outdoor area were absolutely stunning as they overlook Incheydoney beach. A huge thanks to the hotelier, Carol who had heard that we needed to pop to the shop to get some milk before we headed back to our accommodation and brought us out some to take home! Those small touches are greatly appreciated. The food, service and overall atmosphere were all top class. We look forward to returning on our next trip to West Cork in the near future.

3. Powerscourt Hotel, Autograph Collection

Powerscourt Estate County Wicklow, Enniskerry A98 DR12 Ireland
Excellent
69%
Good
16%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
4%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 3546 reviews

Powerscourt Hotel, Autograph Collection

Spa Day

Reviewed By BrookeMorales

I can only comment on a full day in the Spa, not an overnight stay. Beautifully located in the Powerscourt Estate, the hotel enjoys a tranquil position. Walk through the grand entrance to the spa, located downstairs. Elegant and stylish with a Swarovski swimming pool, reception area and restaurant on one level and treatment rooms, relaxation room and spa on the upper level. Staff here is friendly and polite and the treatments we chose were lovely. Massages, neck, head, legs and feet. Lunch was part of the package. Tasty and fresh, soup and salad and an assortment of sandwiches and pastries afterwards. Nearly too much food. My only critique is that the downstairs jacuzzi could be a tad warmer and the upstairs whirlpool in the ladies section a lot warmer. This one was cold!! Not what you want in a spa! You will find plenty of towls in the change rooms, lockers and bathrobes plus slippers are provided. You will also have access to showers, hairdryer etc.. Relaxing !

4. Walter Raleigh Hotel

O'Brien's Place, Youghal Ireland
Excellent
70%
Good
21%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
2%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 508 reviews

Walter Raleigh Hotel

A 200 year old building, well kept to a high standard. Set on the outskirts of Youghal town, nestled perfectly on the edge of the Atlantic ocean. Beautiful sandy beaches at our front door, with miles of walk way along sandy beaches & country settings. A perfect, peaceful, relaxing setting, enjoy fishing, canoeing, boating, shopping, hunting, clay pigeon shooting, cycling, at The Walter Raleigh we have it all covered.

Enjoyable stay

Reviewed By Lily_White_Traveller

Stayed 4 nights with family. Had a very enjoyable stay. Staff were friendly and very helpful. We opted for sea view rooms which were very pleasant. There was road noise during the day but hardly any noise at night. Our rooms were bright and clean with lovely fluffy towels. Breakfast was very good with a good choice and nothing was too much trouble. We only had dinner one night as we were out and about the other days.

5. Tulfarris Hotel & Golf Resort

Blessington Lakes Wicklow, Blessington W91 EE95 Ireland
Excellent
62%
Good
22%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
4%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 1498 reviews

Tulfarris Hotel & Golf Resort

Welcome to Tulfarris Hotel and Golf Resort, your Blessington “home away from home.” Tulfarris Hotel and Golf Resort aims to make your visit as relaxing and enjoyable as possible, which is why so many guests continue to come back year after year. Rooms at Tulfarris Hotel and Golf Resort provide a flat screen TV and a kitchenette, and guests can stay connected with free internet access. In addition, while staying at Tulfarris Hotel and Golf Resort guests have access to a 24 hour front desk, room service, and baggage storage. You can also enjoy free breakfast. Need a place to park? Free parking is available at Tulfarris Hotel and Golf Resort. If you’re looking for things to do, you can check out June Blake's Garden or Hunting Brook Gardens, which are popular gardens amongst tourists. Tulfarris Hotel and Golf Resort puts the best of Blessington at your fingertips, making your stay both relaxing and enjoyable.

Beautiful hotel & surroundings

Reviewed By suejL8489EU

We stayed for 3 days for a family wedding and were delighted with the hotel. It is very modern and clean and our room was spacious and very comfortable. The surroundings are beautiful with lovely walks and views of the golf course and the lake. Shout out to the friendly staff in the golf shop who were happy to help us out with sessions on the driving range and putting green. The wedding itself was wonderful - beautifully decorated rooms and amazing food at the formal dinner, all very well organised. We also had a bbq on the patio the next day. If you're considering Tulfarris as a wedding venue, I'd thoroughly recommend it - spot on in every way.

6. Bayview Hotel

Main Street, Ballycotton P25 KP59 Ireland
Excellent
60%
Good
26%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
5%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 527 reviews

Bayview Hotel

See why so many travelers make Bayview Hotel their hotel of choice when visiting Ballycotton. Providing an ideal mix of value, comfort and convenience, it offers a romantic setting with an array of amenities designed for travelers like you. Guests have access to room service and baggage storage while staying at Bayview Hotel. In addition, Bayview Hotel offers a lounge, which will help make your Ballycotton trip additionally gratifying. And, as an added convenience, there is free parking available to guests. During your visit, be sure to check out a popular Ballycotton crab restaurant such as CUSH, which is a short distance from Bayview Hotel. We’re sure you’ll enjoy your stay at Bayview Hotel as you experience all of the things Ballycotton has to offer.

Lovely Stay

Reviewed By aktip66

First time staying & it didn't disapoint the view from hotel stunning. blessed with good weather sitting on the teracce having a drink, some food felt like you were in Spain. Food excellent as was service & staff very pleasant definetly stay again

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