Plan your Summer Staycation with Original Irish Hotels

Original Irish Hotel Group have come up with a new way to welcome you to their properties around the country this summer. This wonderful collection is made up of unique owner run hotels located across Ireland. All are united by their passion to offer truly memorable experiences and no two Original Irish Hotels are the same.

This summer Original Irish Hotels are here to help you enjoy two locations on your staycation. With 56 hotels located around Ireland they can help you find the perfect hotel or hotels to suit your needs, they can also help you with suggestions of what to do and see during your holiday.

Call the reservations office Phone(01) 295 8900 or email with your ideal dates on reservations@originalirishhotels.com

Wild Atlantic Way

5-night Family activity 

 

  • 3 Nights in Carna Bay Hotel, Co. Galway from €555 (Includes Dinner on 1 evening, Kayaking & Boat Cruise)
  • 2 Night in Knockranny House Hotel & Spa from €320 (Includes B&B)

 

Begin your family holiday this year with a break away to Carna Bay Hotel, located in the heart of the West Connemara Gaeltacht area ,surrounded by some of the finest scenery in Ireland. Connemara  is full of stunningly remote locations and iconic deserted beaches which really are off the beaten track. Included in your family break at Carna Bay Hotel is kayaking rental at Ardmore Bay where you can really appreciate the beauty of the West Coast.

Connemara boasts many famous sites including Connemara National Park, Kylemoore Abbey and of course Ireland’s only Fjord – Killary Fjord. Your 90-minute Killary Cruise is a wonderful sightseeing experience, where you can take in the breathtaking scenery.

On the other side of the Killary Fjord, your Family activity break continues as you leave Galway and Head for the beautiful town of Westport in Co. Mayo where you can relax in luxury at Knockranny House Hotel & Spa before  discovering what Westport has to offer.  Westport offers lots of retail therapy with many stores showcasing local crafts and artisan products.

 

Located on secluded grounds overlooking the picturesque town of Westport, Knockranny House Hotel & Spa has wonderful views of Croagh Patrick, the islands of Clew Bay’s and the Nephin mountain range.

The destination hotel offers an abundance of local activities for your family break from hill-walking to horse riding or climbing Ireland’s holiest mountain Croagh Patrick, to cycling the great western greenway, we can guarantee that all of you activity enthusiasts will be excited and amazed.

3 Night Wonderful couples’ getaway  

  • 2 Nights Sheedy’s Hotel & Restaurant, Co Clare (€220 per person sharing. Included is Dinner on one evening, tea and homemade treat on arrival, and entry for 2 to the Cliffs of Moher)
  • 1 Night at Fitzgeralds Woodlands House Hotel & Spa (€153 per couple midweek/ €210 per couple weekend. Included is a 4 course Dinner, Spa credit, & late check out)

 

In Co. Clare you will find two of Ireland’s most dramatic natural wonders and the beauty of Sheedy’s Hotel is its location mid-point between the two, surrounded by Burren and only 10 minutes from the Cliffs of Moher. This means you’re perfectly placed to experience the rich culture, history, beauty and natural wonder of this much-loved part of Ireland. John and Martina Sheedy have always lived in the area and are happy to share their knowledge of places of interest.

 

The dramatic coastline of the World-famous Cliffs of Moher is must see experience for those visiting Clare. The cliffs can be viewed by sea taking a ferry from Doolin or by those brave enough can enjoy a guided or unguided walk along the top as you look out over the Atlantic Ocean.  But you can also visit the caves in Doolin or Alliwee or indeed visit the local perfumery as well as sampling some local fare at the renowned Burren smokehouse.

Couple your getaway to Clare with a staycation in Adare, Co. Limerick where you can treat yourself to a treatment in Revas spa at Fitzgeralds Woodlands House Hotel, package includes a spa credit.

 

The 4 Star family run Hotel is located on 40 acres of organic grounds, which has its own 1.2 km Woodlands Walking Trail.   There is lots of retail opportunities in the village of Adare as well as  an abundance of local walks, hiking trails and cycle paths right on the doorstep catering for all ages and all fitness levels.

From a romantic stroll along the path that follows the winding River Maigue to a more challenging hike to the top of Knockfierna, passing a number of reconstructed cottages that were abandoned during the famine along the way.

Railway enthusiasts will love the Great Southern Trail, a 96km stretch of countryside which follows the route of the former Limerick to Tralee/Fenit railway line, ideal for both walking and cycling.

Northern Ireland

3 Night Hotel Break in Northern Ireland

It is well worth your time to visit Ireland’s own lake country, in the county of Fermanagh. Here on the banks of Lough Erne, you will find a sense of peace and tranquility, and as you explore Fermanagh further you will find the Marble Arch cave complex, which is a fascinating natural underworld of rivers, waterfalls, winding passages and lofty chambers where stunningly beautiful cave formations glisten all around. You can also climb the nearby stairway to heaven for amazing views of the surrounding area.

And all this is in close proximity of The Manor House Country, an idyllic lakeside haven for any holiday-maker. Here you have a leisure centre and spa, two dining options in the onsite restaurants and a lakeside view you find difficult to surpass, and all in the luxurious surroundings of this beautifully located Hotel.

Continuing north as a trip to Northern Ireland isn’t complete without visiting Belfast, Northern Ireland’s capital city is buzzing with culture and industrial prowess. Whether you’re exploring the restaurants of the Cathedral Quarter or visiting the birthplace of the world’s most famous ship, The Titanic, there is something for everyone.

Located only 15 minutes away from Belfast’s City Centre is The Dunadry Hotel and Gardens , a former linen mill , with its idyllic riverside setting it’s easy to feel miles away, but in reality getting to Northern Ireland’s main attractions couldn’t be more convenient. Have you seen the Giants causeway yet , or explored the coastal route it’s a must see adventure and you might spot a few Game of thrones locations along the way.

During your stay at the  newly renovated Dunadry hotel, they want to help you celebrate all the moments missed in the last year and awaiting your arrival is a box of exclusive chocolates and chilled bottle of prosecco, along with Dinner and the option of late check out. Your break away to Northern Ireland will surely be a memorable one.

4 Night Wonderful couples’ getaway

 

  • 2 Nights Sheedy’s Hotel & Restaurant, Co Clare (€220 per person sharing. Included is Dinner on one evening, tea and homemade treat on arrival, and entry for 2 to the Cliffs of Moher)
  • 2 Nights at Abbeyglen Castle Hotel, Co. Galway (From €279pps for 2 Nights B&B , 5 Course Meal each night, and overseas trip to Inishbofin island)

 

In Co. Clare you will find two of Ireland’s most dramatic natural wonders and the beauty of Sheedy’s Hotel is its location mid-point between the two, surrounded by Burren and only 10 minutes from the Cliffs of Moher. This means you’re perfectly placed to experience the rich culture, history, beauty and natural wonder of this much-loved part of Ireland. John and Martina Sheedy have always lived in the area and are happy to share their knowledge of places of interest.

 

The dramatic coastline of the World-famous Cliffs of Moher is must see experience for those visiting Clare. The cliffs can be viewed by sea taking a ferry from Doolin or by those brave enough can enjoy a guided or unguided walk along the top as you look out over the Atlantic Ocean.  But you can also visit the caves in Doolin or Alliwee or indeed visit the local perfumery as well as sampling some local fare at the renowned Burren smokehouse.

 

Couple your getaway to Clare with a staycation in Connemara, Co. Galway where you can relax like royalty at Abbeyglen Castle Hotel.

 

During your 2 night stay at Abbelyglen Castle guests can truly immerse themselves in the stunningly beautiful landscape of Connemara, stroll into the village of Clifden just 1Km from the hotel or take in the views on the aptly named sky road loop.

A must see activity while staying at Abbeyglen Castle is a trip to Inishboffin Island which is included in your Wild Atlantic Way offer, here you will see everything from cliff forts and monastic sites to the great sandy beaches and even a Cromwellian Castle constructed in 1656.

 

Upon return each evening after exploring the area you will be welcomed at 6.30pm in the hotel bar for a complimentary glass of bubbles and warm your toes by the turf fire and listen to a short informal talk on the history of Abbeyglen and the local area before sitting down to you 5 course evening meal.

Video Footage of Clare – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kD_NkVlXrQ4

4-night Family activity break exploring the Wild Atlantic Way

 

  • 3 Nights in Carna Bay Hotel, Co. Galway from €555 (Includes Dinner on 1 evening, Kayaking & Boat Cruise)
  • 1Night in Fitzgeralds Woodlands House Hotel from €200 (Includes free kids club)

 

Begin your family holiday this year with a break away to Carna Bay Hotel, located in the heart of the West Connemara Gaeltacht area, surrounded by some of the finest scenery in Ireland. Connemara is full of stunningly remote locations and iconic deserted beaches which really are off the beaten track. Included in your family break at Carna Bay Hotel is kayaking rental at Ardmore Bay where you can really appreciate the beauty of the West Coast.

Connemara boasts many famous sites including Connemara National Park, Kylemoore Abbey and of course Ireland’s only Fjord – Killary Fjord. Your 90-minute Killary Cruise is a wonderful sightseeing experience, where you can take in the breathtaking scenery.

 

Continue the Family fun this Summer with a break to Fitzgeralds Woodlands House Hotel. This family run hotel is set on the edge of Adare, with superb hospitality and fantastic facilities for all the family.

 

The resort style facilities include Woodlands Health & Leisure Club with 20m pool, kids pool, feature pools, jacuzzi, sauna, steam room, 1,500 sq ft gym, and fitness classes, as well as Woody’s Kids Club seasonally, Fairy Trail, Walking Trail,Bug hunt, Nature walk, Meet the bees, Seed planting and gardening, Giant games area, Obstacle course, Mini Pet Farm, & Outdoor Pitch and state of the art Revas Spa.

 

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