Essential Ireland
Republic of Ireland Essential Ireland is brought to you by Essential Hotels, an independent, UK-based reservations service. We're your indispensible online guide to the best hotels, restaurants, bars and tourist attractions throughout the Republic of Ireland. As we are independent we are able to provide unbiased opinions, thus ensuring our information is useful, and most importantly, honest.

Whether you're planning a conference, business trip or a relaxing holiday, Essential Ireland provides key information to help you get the most out of your travel at the lowest rates available.

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Featured Hotels
Castlemartyr Hotel
Castlemartyr Hotel
Castlemartyr
County Cork
Republic of Ireland

The stunning Castlemartyr Resort Hotel is a historic setting in southern Ireland near the city of Cork and offers luxury upon luxury to those who stay. Built in 2007, the main manor house actually dates back to the 17th century, while the neighbouring castle, also within the 220 acre grounds, is thought to be around 800 years old. There are plenty of leisure opportunities at this striking hotel, with conference guests and holiday makers all likely to be impressed with what is found within.

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Dromoland Castle Hotel and Country Estate
Dromoland Castle Hotel and Country Estate
Limerick-Ennis Road
Newmarket-on-Fergus
County Clare
Republic of Ireland

The Dromoland Castle Hotel is considered to be one of the finest hotels in Ireland, surrounded by 410 acres of parkland, lakes and forests and some of the country’s most spectacular scenery beyond. The castle dates from the 16th century, but has undergone a major refurbishment to transform it into one of Europe’s top luxury resorts, with 100 bedrooms, a golf & country club, health spa with swimming pool, lake fishing, tennis and horse riding and the acclaimed Earl of Thomand Restaurant.

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