The best hotels Leinster

On the banks of River Barrow, in a huge park, a nice and comfortable hotel. Adjacent to the hotel, 3 magnificent suites with Jacuzzi: Blarney Suite, Tara Suite and Newgrange Suite welcome you for a special stay.

The Heritage is a 4-star hotel located in Killenard, County Laois, Ireland. This upscale establishment offers traditional rooms equipped with all modern comforts, as well as suites with living areas, gas fireplaces and balconies overlooking the golf course. 2-bedroom apartments and 4-bedroom cottages are also available. The hotel's restaurants offer a range of choices, from upscale to casual. Facilities include an 18-hole golf course, a 9-hole course, indoor pool, gym, tennis courts, spa, cinema and children's playroom. The hotel also offers special offers throughout the year, including spa packages, golf breaks and fall-winter getaways. Guests can also purchase gift vouchers for their loved ones.

The Travelodge Phoenix Park is ideally located for visiting Dublin's nearby attractions. It's close to Dublin Zoo and the National Aquatic Centre, where you can enjoy swimming pools and water slides. The hotel has a free parking lot with 97 spaces, available on a first-come, first-served basis. Rooms feature a comfortable king-size bed with four soft pillows and a cozy comforter. For dining, there's a wide choice of restaurants just a few minutes' drive from the hotel. The hotel is just 4 miles from Dublin city center, accessible via the M50 dual carriageway.

The Castleknock Hotel is an elegant, modern 4-star hotel. It's ideally located next to the M50 freeway, just 3km from Dublin Connolly station in Coolmine, offering easy access to Dublin city center via commuter trains. Rooms at the Castleknock Hotel are rustic and chic, with facilities including cable TV, free Wi-Fi and en suite bathrooms with underfloor heating. The hotel has an 18-hole golf course with stunning views over the Liffey, as well as a gourmet restaurant serving contemporary Irish cuisine. There's also an all-day brasserie and two bars, one of which offers cocktails in a 1930s Art Deco setting. Facilities include an indoor swimming pool with large picture windows, a fitness center and a stylish spa offering health and beauty treatments at extra cost. Reception and conference facilities are also available. Castleknock Hotel offers free parking, breakfast included in the room rate and free Wi-Fi.

Set in peaceful surroundings between Lusk and Skerries, Hillview House B&B is a 3-star hotel ideally located just 15 minutes from Dublin Airport and 30 minutes from the city center. This relaxed guest house offers classic rooms with TV, coffee maker and en suite bathroom. A complimentary full Irish breakfast is served in a modern dining room. Communal areas include a bright lounge with bar and a landscaped garden. Parking is free and Wi-Fi is available throughout the property. Nearby you'll find the medieval town of Lusk, with its 19th-century church and medieval bell tower, and the picturesque coastal village of Skerries, with its many restaurants and pubs. Hillview House B&B also offers self-catering apartments, ideal for families or short business stays.

This charming red brick hotel offers 89 rooms facing the sea, a bar and a restaurant. A little retro but a pleasant option for a short stay in the water.

The Grand Canal Hotel is a 4-star hotel in Dublin. It is ideally located just a minute's walk from the Grand Canal in Ballsbridge, a three-minute walk from a DART station and eleven minutes from Aviva Stadium. Rooms are warm and decorated in neutral tones, with free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, tea and coffee making facilities and desks. Superior rooms also offer laptop safes and panoramic balconies in suites. The hotel features a traditional bar-restaurant, gym, conference facilities and free parking. Breakfast is included, and disabled access is possible. Guests particularly appreciate the hotel's location, close to the city center, sights, restaurants and bars, as well as public transport.