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Ballynahinch Castle Hotel in County Galway is set within 700 acres of woodland, with the beautiful backdrop of the 12 Bens Mountain range.The excellent restaurant holds 2 AA Rosettes. Activities organised by the hotel include, hiking, cycling, walking, woodcock shooting and Lobster experience in the summer.This 4-star luxury castle hotel overlooks its impressive salmon fishery on the large private estate. River and lakeside walks may reveal the local wildlife on the estate. The hotel has a walled garden. Some rooms have striking views over the river, mountains and woodland. 24-hour room service is available. Facilities include a TV in some of the rooms. We no longer offer woodcock shooting, and we now have a woodland sauna.

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Situated just 2 miles from Galway city centre, Glenlo Abbey Hotel & Estate offers 5-star accommodation, free parking, a golf course, and views of Lough Corrib and the dramatic West of Ireland landscape. Golfers can enjoy the 138 acre lake-side golf course, a 21-bay driving range, and golf lessons. Falconry, and fishing are also available onsite. Enjoy a cycle around Glenlo Abbey Estate with the use of the estate bicycles, complimentary to hotel residents. Each room at Glenlo Abbey Hotel & Estate features an en suite marble bathroom with power shower, free Wi-Fi, luxury toiletries, bathrobes and slippers, and a flat-screen TV. The Pullman Restaurant at Glenlo Abbey Hotel & Estate offers a truly unique Michelin-starred dining experience. Set within three beautifully restored original Orient Express carriages, the restaurant preserves the elegance and character of a bygone era while delivering exceptional contemporary cuisine. Palmers Bar & Kitchen, situated in the main hotel is ideal for casual dining and it has a varied menu, lively atmosphere and cosy surroundings. The River Room Restaurant boasts elegant surroundings.

Within 30 acres of private woodland, Rosleague Manor Hotel provides luxurious accommodation near Ballinakill Bay. Just outside the Connemara National Park, this 19th-century hotel has a restaurant, tennis court and free parking and Wi-Fi. Each room has a flat-screen TV, wardrobe, desk and tea and coffee facilities. All have an en suite bath and shower, with hairdryer and complimentary toiletries. Rosleague Manor offers fine dining in its restaurant, using high-quality produce from the region. An extensive wine list offers European and New World vintages. The house offers the chance to relax by a log-fire in the drawing room, or enjoy afternoon tea in the conservatory. Letterfrack is around 14km from Clifden, the largest town in Connemara. The area’s spectacular scenery provides the backdrop for activities including golf, horse-riding, cycling, hill-walking and fishing.

Located next to Ashford Castle, The Lodge at Ashford Castle is set on 10 acres of grounds, overlooking Lough Corrib in Cong. Dating back to 1845, this contemporary country house hotel boasts free WiFi and free parking. This beautiful lakeside property has rooms and suites equipped with the latest technology, along with sash windows and rich deep pile carpets. There is underfloor heating in each en suite bathroom. Ideal for those passionate about food, Wilde's restaurant at The Lodge at Ashford Castle has a strong reputation for serving fresh local and seasonal ingredients. Dinner is a six course meal in the Wilde's Restaurant. Other dining options are available in the bar. The Lodge at Ashford Castle offers a world of tranquillity and relaxation, on the historic estate of Ashford Castle. Just a 40-minute drive from Galway, it is an ideal base for visiting Connemara and Kylemore Abbey and Gardens, along with Galway, Westport, and the surrounding areas of Mayo. Ireland West Knock Airport is just 45 minutes' drive away.

With stunning, stylish rooms with espresso machines and luxurious bathrobes, this 4-star townhouse is in the centre of Belmullet. The beach is just a 10-minute walk away, and guests can relax in the award-winning bar. Sumptuous decor and unique furnishings fill each room at The Talbot. Each room offers an iPod dock, along with a laptop safe, and free Wi-Fi. The modern bathrooms all include luxury spa toiletries. The sophisticated twice-award AA The Anchor Restaurant serves fresh cuisine and even offers to cook fish caught by guests. Guests can dine outside on the terrace, or inside next to the open fire. The stylish bar serves an all-day menu in casual surroundings with 2 fireplaces. The nearby shores of the Atlantic Ocean provide numerous opportunities for fishing. The Blue Flag beaches of Elly Bay and Mullaghroe feature many scenic walking paths.

Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, Screebe House offers accommodation in Rosmuck, 36 km from Galway. The hotel has a barbecue and views of the sea, and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant. Free private parking is available on site. Some units have a seating area for guests to unwind while enjoying views of the bay or garden. Certain units include views of the mountain or pool. Every room has a private bathroom. For your comfort, you will find bathrobes and slippers. You will find a shared lounge at the property. Connemara is a popular fishing destination, and guests can book private fishing excursions with our resident fishing expert. Westport is 46 km from Screebe House, while Clifden is 33 km from the property. Ireland West Knock Airport is 76 km away.

On the edge of the Atlantic Ocean, the Waterfront House & Restaurant offers luxury boutique accommodation and breathtaking views over Killala Bay and golden Enniscrone Beach. The spacious rooms at the Waterfront feature TVs, work desks and seating areas. Rooms also include tea/coffee-making facilities, ironing equipment, large bathrooms and some rooms have Atlantic Ocean views. Free Wi-Fi is available in public areas of the hotel. Inishcrone has many attractions for guests including 2 surf schools, a water park and the Kilcullens Sea Weed Baths. The Championship Enniscrone Golf Club is less than one mile away.

Set in beautiful gardens in the heart of Connemara, the romantic Abbeyglen Castle Hotel has tennis courts, a spa bath and stunning views of Clifden and the Twelve Bens mountains. Abbeyglen Castle Hotel was built in 1832 and offers a new beauty and relaxation centre, and many indoor and outdoor facilities. Spacious rooms have a TV, DVD player and free Wi-Fi internet. The AA Rosette restaurant serves international cuisine and there are relaxing lounge areas to enjoy. The peaceful Abbeyglen has the Twelve Bens mountains as its backdrop, and is an ideal base for touring Connemara.

Overlooking Mount Knocknarea, the Strandhill Boutique Hotel Lodge and Suites are 10 minutes’ walk from sandy beaches and just 1-mile from Sligo Airport. Rooms have i-Pod docks and sea or countryside views. The spacious modern rooms feature a flat-screen satellite TV with DVD player, work desks and minibar. Ironing equipment, hairdryers and tea/coffee-making facilities are provided. Strandhill has several excellent pubs and restaurants offering traditional Irish and international cuisine, local ales and freshly caught fish specials. The Voya Seaweed Baths and Spa are a 10-minute walk away and fantastic surfing is available on the beach. Strandhill Golf Club is just 500 metres away. Free parking is available.

The beautiful Ice House Hotel is right on the River Moy Estuary at Ballina. It has stunning views, ultra-luxury bedrooms and the award winning Chill Spa with its Waterside Garden. Bedrooms and suites at Ice House have floor-to-ceiling windows, super king-sized beds, Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs. Restaurant 54° 9° and Cocktail Bar overlooks the River Moy and was converted from the building's original ice store. The award winning spa offers a thermal area and a relaxation area when enjoying a treatment.

With a stunning, secluded setting on the shore of Lough Rynn, surrounded by over 300 acres of breathtaking scenery and ancient forests, this magnificent castle is now an elegant 4-star hotel. Rich in ancient character and original charm, Lough Rynn Castle still retains all of its historic splendour, with antique furnishings, open fires, wood panelling and decorative stone and glasswork. Today, the hotel combines its traditional elegance with modern comforts and facilities. The castle bedrooms feature air handling units and broadband internet access, while the estate's former stables and pheasantry have also been converted into luxurious accommodation. All rooms are tastefully decorated with rich, luxurious fabrics and beautifully preserved original features. The Sandstone Restaurant offers an elegant fine-dining experience and has received an AA Rosette award. The restaurant offers a series of table d’hôte and à la carte menus, created using the finest, freshest seasonal produce from Leitrim and the surrounding counties.

This beautiful and historic castle is set within 1,000 acres of woodland. On the banks of the River Moy, it boasts a restaurant made from the remains of a 17th-century Spanish galleon. With stunning views of the forest and castle garden, each spacious room is individually decorated with elegant and richly furnishings. Rooms boast 4 poster beds and overhead canopies include a private bathroom with complimentary toiletries, free Wi-Fi, and tea/coffee facilities, plasma-screen TVs. The award winning Library Restaurant serves fresh country house cuisine, with our signature dish 'The Drunken Bullock' steak flambéed at the table on a 15th Century Sword. The Tween Decks provides fantastic, 17th-century nautical decor, and the Armada Bar is built from the salvaged, 400-year old wood of shipwrecked Spanish ships Guests can enjoy the 13th-century Norman fireplace of the Great Hall, or relax in front of the many open fires throughout the castle, with its suits of armour and numerous antiques. There is a large, secure parking area, and Knock Airport can be reached in 35 minutes by car. Lough Conn is 20 minutes’ drive away, and the centre of Ballina is just a 5-minute drive away.

The Twelve is 4-star, non-smoking boutique hotel situated in the seaside village of Bearna, 6.5 km from Galway. It has luxurious rooms with free WiFi, a restaurant, gastro pub and spa. Rooms at The Twelve Hotel have large beds as standard, LCD TVs and iPod docks. Spacious en suite bathrooms have large fluffy towels and free designer toiletries. The Pins is our warm and vibrant Gastro pub which offers live music at the weekends, The West Restaurant is now the beautifully refurbished Blackthorn Restaurant, upstairs at The Twelve, where everything is cooked over open flame. Seaweed baths are available in our residents own rooms for their ultimate relaxation and convenience. Le Petit Spa offers a range of massages and facials on site. Within walking distance are Barna Woods, Silver Strand (one of Irelands top 5 Beaches) and the beautiful Barna Pier overlooking Galway Bay, While Barna Golf Course and Galway City are both within a 3 mile radius of The Twelve.