Hotels

Some are used for affairs of State, others are must-sees on Ireland’s tourist travel, and many more converted into the living quarters for eccentric artists or American actors. And while scores remain in ruin along the coastal shores north and south of the island, many more have been converted into luxury hotels and guesthouses allowing visitors to step back...

Spoil your loved one this Valentines with a romantic break to Cork’s grand dame of romance, The Imperial Hotel, which has been hosting first dates, engagements, weddings and honeymoons for more than 200 years.   The scene for your romantic weekend will be set as you arrive at their majestic lobby which will be festooned in giant red roses as...

With the festive season well and truly under way and the attendant bustle and stress beginning to take its manic hold, isn't it time to consider getting away from it all to relax and unwind? No matter where you are in Ireland you're certain not to be too far away from the superb break that The Bridge House Hotel in...

Tuesday 20th September 2022: Renowned golfer Catriona Matthew has flown into Shannon Airport today ahead of the KPMG Women’s Irish Open.   The defending champion makes her long awaited returning after a decade, to compete at the event, set in the acclaimed Dromoland Castle in County Clare.    It will be the first time for a Ladies European Tour event to be played in Ireland since 2012. The competition will see 126 of the best professionals on the Ladies...

You can now support local, stay sustainable, and save on your next getaway break as the Flynn Hotel Collection of independent, family-owned hotels has announced their Green Friday sale, which takes place from 14th November to Cyber Monday 28h November!  Green Friday at the Flynn Hotel Collection means exceptional value with savings of 20% on bed and breakfast rates in their...

Have you ever spent the night on the coast’s edge, under the guiding beams of one of Ireland’s many lighthouses? Or been king or queen of a romantic castle for two? Well the Irish Landmark Trust has been saving and restoring heritage buildings throughout the island of Ireland that were at risk of being lost through neglect or inappropriate...

Tastebuds get the 5-star treatment on overnight package to Belfast Gin and whiskey lovers are in for a treat as the stunning Fitzwilliam Hotel, Belfast has curated an overnight package, Flights with Fitz, which features a selection of quality local drinks as part of the deal. Cian Landers, General Manager of the Fitzwilliam Hotel, said: “Whether you’re a fan of gin...

Howard Hastings, Managing Director, Hastings Hotels makes his predictions for travel in 2022. Hastings Hotel Group is the largest independent hotel operator in Northern Ireland with six luxury hotels, including the Grand Central and Europa Hotels in Belfast and the five-star Culloden Estate and Spa just outside the city. It also co-owns the five-star Merrion in Dublin. “Last year we enjoyed...

Feb 1st 2022 Whether looking for a romantic break by the sea or in a city, by a lake or in a castle, Hastings Hotels has something to suit every taste and budget this Valentine’s.  And after the last two years, lovestruck couples deserve a little time out to relax and recharge.  The Northern Ireland hotel group’s Valentine’s packages cost from £80pps...

Hayfield Manor is a luxury 5 star hotel with a beauty spa and an elegant restaurant, which is set in leafy grounds just 15 minutes walk from Cork city centre. Stay at this Cork boutique hotel, which is an experience in itself.