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Staying at the Norseman hotel Dublin: a characterful Temple Bar address for Irish travellers

Discover the Norseman hotel Dublin in Temple Bar – a small pub-based hotel with cosy rooms, hearty food, and regular live music, ideal for Irish travellers planning a lively city break.

The architects are checking in: how design is redefining Irish hotels

Irish hotels are embracing design-led architecture, sustainable interiors and local art. Discover how Dublin hotels, castles and country houses across Ireland now use bold design, heritage and hospitality to shape the solo traveler’s stay.

June bank holiday: where to book a considered last-minute escape in Ireland

Countryside Escapes

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26/05/2026

June bank holiday: where to book a considered last-minute escape in Ireland

A Condé Nast style guide to securing a considered June bank holiday hotel escape in Ireland, with wellness focused city stays, midlands resorts and last minute tactics.

Luxury hotels in Ireland where your dog is a guest, not a concession

Countryside Escapes

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12/06/2026

Luxury hotels in Ireland where your dog is a guest, not a concession

A journalist’s guide to luxury hotels in Ireland where dogs are true guests, with insider picks, pet policies, countryside escapes and coastal stays for Irish travelers.

Where to stay in Ireland for a truly luxurious countryside escape

Countryside Escapes

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07/08/2026

Where to stay in Ireland for a truly luxurious countryside escape

Discover how Irish residents can choose the best places to stay in Ireland, from luxury castle hotels and spa retreats to coastal houses and glamping, with practical booking tips and up-to-date tourism figures.

Beyond the lobby: the Irish hotels where the experience starts outside the front door

Discover how hotel activities experiences in Ireland turn family breaks into immersive adventures, from castle estates and wild Atlantic resorts to spa-led country escapes.

The Case for Booking the Worst Room in Ireland's Best Hotels

City Hotels

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26/05/2026

The Case for Booking the Worst Room in Ireland's Best Hotels

Why Irish couples should often book the smallest room in five-star hotels and spend the savings on spa, dining and extra nights for true luxury value.

Lyrath House estate in Kilkenny: a five star retreat for Irish travellers

Historic Properties

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04/08/2026

Lyrath House estate in Kilkenny: a five star retreat for Irish travellers

Discover Lyrath House Estate near Kilkenny city, a seventeenth-century manor turned five-star Irish hotel with 170-acre grounds, spa, dining, and easy access to Kilkenny Castle and Ireland’s Ancient East.

The bleisure guide: extending your Dublin business trip into something worth remembering

Discover how to choose a Dublin business hotel that doubles as a leisure base, with tips on locations, meeting spaces, dining, day trips and extending your stay for a 48-hour city break.

Elegant Dublin bed and breakfast stays for Irish travellers seeking city comfort

City Hotels

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01/08/2026

Elegant Dublin bed and breakfast stays for Irish travellers seeking city comfort

Discover how to choose a Dublin bed and breakfast for an Irish city break, with verified local details on locations, prices, breakfast, and booking tips for Dublin city stays.

Ireland's Ancient East: the heritage hotels that put you inside the story

Discover Ireland’s Ancient East hotels and heritage stays ideal for Irish couples, from castle hotels and manor houses to city breaks and coastal escapes, with tips on booking like an insider.

Summer 2026 in Ireland: the hotel openings and relaunches worth booking now

Luxury Hotel Openings

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18/05/2026

Summer 2026 in Ireland: the hotel openings and relaunches worth booking now

Discover the most interesting new hotel openings in Ireland for summer 2026, from Dublin city breaks to wild Atlantic retreats, plus practical booking tips for Irish couples.

Hotels That Give Your Children Their Own Adventure (Not Just a Kids' Club)

Family-Friendly Services

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22/05/2026

Hotels That Give Your Children Their Own Adventure (Not Just a Kids' Club)

Discover how the best family adventure hotels in Ireland turn lakes, woods and estates into active playgrounds, with concrete tips on packages, age limits and booking smart for all ages.

How Great National Hotels finances growth without external fundraising

Hotelier Profiles

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31/07/2026

How Great National Hotels finances growth without external fundraising

Independent look at how much money greatnationalhotels com has raised, what CRO filings reveal about its self-funded growth, and why that matters for Irish travellers booking hotels and resorts in Ireland and the UK.

by Priya Kumar

Hotel Doolin and the quiet revolution in Irish eco-hospitality

Sustainability Practices

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20/05/2026

Hotel Doolin and the quiet revolution in Irish eco-hospitality

Discover how to spot genuinely eco-friendly hotels in Ireland, from Hotel Doolin and Delphi Resort to city properties investing in renewable energy, transparent data, and meaningful community impact.

A Weekend in Killarney with Two Under-Tens: What We'd Book Differently

Family-Friendly Services

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30/05/2026

A Weekend in Killarney with Two Under-Tens: What We'd Book Differently

Plan a relaxed Killarney family hotel weekend with young children: how to pick the right location, room layout, dining options and activities near Killarney National Park for an easy, car-light stay.

Elegant coastal lodging in Dingle, Ireland for discerning Irish travellers

Coastal Retreats

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29/07/2026

Elegant coastal lodging in Dingle, Ireland for discerning Irish travellers

Discover upscale places to stay in Dingle, Ireland, from bay-view hotels to elegant guest houses. Compare prices, locations, and real guest experiences for a refined coastal escape.

by Sorcha-Marie Gallagher

Elegant countryside hotels in County Cork, Ireland for a refined rural escape

Countryside Escapes

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29/07/2026

Elegant countryside hotels in County Cork, Ireland for a refined rural escape

Discover elegant hotels in County Cork, Ireland, from Cork City manors to west Cork coastal retreats, with practical booking tips, spa and castle stays, and key facts for planning a refined countryside escape.

by Liam Byrne

Luxury hotels in Ireland that genuinely welcome families - not just tolerate them

Family-Friendly Services

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29/05/2026

Luxury hotels in Ireland that genuinely welcome families - not just tolerate them

Discover how to choose family friendly luxury hotels in Ireland, from castle estates to Dublin city stays, with practical tips on room layouts, multi‑gen travel, budgets and booking strategies.

Why Ireland's Best Hotels Are Removing the Wi-Fi Password from Reception

Smart Technology

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19/05/2026

Why Ireland's Best Hotels Are Removing the Wi-Fi Password from Reception

Discover how digital detox hotels in Ireland are turning intentional disconnection into a premium travel experience, with research-backed policies, quiet architecture and retreats from Donegal cabins to Galway country houses.