B&B Vacation + Castle Hotel
Stay at the Irish B&B of your choice
This Bed and Breakfast vacation is perfect for independent travelers who want the flexibility of creating their own itinerary.
What's Included
Transportation:
- Round-trip economy class airfare to Dublin (DUB)
- Manual shift economy car rental for duration - upgrade to automatic available
Accommodation:
- 6 nights in Ireland
- 1 night at the Barberstown Castle Hotel or similar, Kildare
- 5 nights with open voucher Irish Bed and Breakfasts
Other Inclusions:
- All local taxes, hotel service charges, carrier and government taxes/fees/facility charges on airfare.
- Gratuities are NOT included.
Great Ways to Explore
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Create your own Irish adventure with open B&B vouchers!
- Flying into Dublin Airport gives you easy access to Ireland's Ancient East.
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We suggest a stay in Cork, home of the Blarney Castle, English Market and the village of Cobh.
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Tour the capital city and visit St. Patrick's Cathedral, Trinity College & Kilmainham Gaol.
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Enjoy home cooked Irish breakfasts at your Bed & Breakfast.
The Ireland B&B vacation is the bestselling package to Ireland offering travelers complete flexibility in creating their own itinerary. Enjoy time in Dublin and then choose where you stay for the next nights from warm Irish B&Bs sprinkled throughout the entire country. Enjoy home cooked Irish breakfasts every morning, true Irish hospitality and much more. You may add additional nights if you choose.
Please note that some recommendations in the following suggested itinerary may not be included in your package. Check What's Included above for full details on inclusions.
Transportation:
- Round-trip economy class airfare to Dublin (DUB)
- Manual shift economy car rental for duration - upgrade to automatic available
Accommodation:
- 6 nights in Ireland
- 1 night at the Barberstown Castle Hotel or similar, Kildare
- 5 nights with open voucher Irish Bed and Breakfasts
Other Inclusions:
- All local taxes, hotel service charges, carrier and government taxes/fees/facility charges on airfare.
- Gratuities are NOT included.
-
Create your own Irish adventure with open B&B vouchers!
- Flying into Dublin Airport gives you easy access to Ireland's Ancient East.
-
We suggest a stay in Cork, home of the Blarney Castle, English Market and the village of Cobh.
-
Tour the capital city and visit St. Patrick's Cathedral, Trinity College & Kilmainham Gaol.
-
Enjoy home cooked Irish breakfasts at your Bed & Breakfast.
The Ireland B&B vacation is the bestselling package to Ireland offering travelers complete flexibility in creating their own itinerary. Enjoy time in Dublin and then choose where you stay for the next nights from warm Irish B&Bs sprinkled throughout the entire country. Enjoy home cooked Irish breakfasts every morning, true Irish hospitality and much more. You may add additional nights if you choose.
Please note that some recommendations in the following suggested itinerary may not be included in your package. Check What's Included above for full details on inclusions.
Prices From:
Day 1. Welcome to Dublin!
Upon arrival in Dublin you will pick up your rental car that will be yours for the duration of your Ireland adventure. While in Dublin, be sure to visit Grafton Street for some shopping, Trinity College to see the famed Book of Kells and follow it up with a pint at Temple Bar!
A hidden gem in Ireland, the Barberstown Castle Hotel is located in the village of Straffan, Co. Kildare. This elegant hotel was built in a 13th-century castle expanding over 20 acres of grounds and provides close, easy access to Dublin.
Guest rooms are individually furnished each boasting an old world charm. matched with all the modern amenities a traveler needs. These include free Wi-Fi, a TV, private bathroom, and lavish touches like chandeliers.
The hotel's fine dining restaurant blends the best of Irish and French cuisine with seasonally fresh, locally sourced produce. There is also live music on the weekends. Guests can also enjoy afternoon tea and freshly baked scones in the Edwardian tea rooms. Other amenities at the hotel include bicycle rentals, a library, garden, and dry cleaning/laundry services.
Both central Dublin and the airport are about a 30-minute drive away; free parking on-site makes it easy for visitors with cars, while nearby buses for guests without. The quaint town of Straffan is about 1.5 miles away, while the impressive Powerscourt House and Estate is about 40 minutes away.
With a sophisticated combination of traditional old-world opulence and contemporary design, Dunboyne Castle Hotel & Spa sets a new precedent and fresh interpretation for hotels around Ireland. As one of the leading 4-star hotels in Ireland, Dunboyne Castle Hotel & Spa features unique attributes that emphasize the beauty of its estate. Standing on 21 acres of mature manicured lawns and gardens, the hotel's most unique attribute is the peaceful oasis it offers guests, while also being located in such close proximity to Dublin's city center and surrounding golf courses.
The hotel is situated on the grounds of a former castle; the original castle was destroyed during the Cromwellian invasion of Ireland. The 18th-century Georgian house that we see today is at the heart of the hotel, blending seamlessly with the stylish, modern bedrooms and restaurant in the contemporary wing. The historic mansion, once home to the Lord of Dunboyne, today serves as one of Ireland's foremost exclusive hotels on Dublin's doorstep.
Its 145 large, comfortable rooms boast free WiFi, air-conditioning, HD TV, and much more. Relax at Seoid, meaning jewel in Irish, the decadent on-site spa. Unwind in the crystal steam room, enjoy an herbal sauna, pamper yourself with a mud treatment, and more. Take a stroll through the lavish garden, then indulge in a delicious meal at the Ivy Restaurant. Feast your eyes on its carefully prepared seasonal menu, then taste the award-winning flavors of the in-house chefs, who've earned 2 AA Rosettes from 2013 to date.
Day 2. Irish Bed & Breakfast
You'll spend the next five nights of your Ireland vacation package at the 3 or 4-star Irish Bed & Breakfast of your choice. Bed & Breakfasts in Ireland are known for being exceptionally welcoming and accommodating. You will have hundreds of B&B’s throughout Ireland to choose from. It is highly recommended that you book a stay before your trip so that you are guaranteed the location and property you want.
Check-in - Ireland Bed and Breakfast
Staying in an Ireland Bed and Breakfast offers travelers the complete flexibility of creating their own itinerary. You must select your accommodations ahead of time directly at http://www.reserveabandb.com. To ensure the best availability, it's recommended that you pre-book your B&Bs as far in advance as possible. Enjoy your choice of accommodations from small towns to quaint villages to countryside manors.
All Irish B&B's pride themselves on providing their guests with a fresh, home-cooked breakfast each morning and quality accommodations that cater to every need. Draw on the local knowledge, personal touch and warm welcome of your Irish hosts. Learn about all the best local restaurants, pubs, shops, attractions and activities. Your hosts specialize in the best services available from golf to walking tours of the area, to adventure breaks and much more.
Why Stay in a B&B?
- Most bed and breakfasts are owned by the B&B operators themselves, who usually live on the premises. It's natural to expect that B&B operators who live in their own B&B's will bring a different perspective to the job.
- At B&B's, "customers" are truly guests, and it shows. The B&B owners will gladly help you find the best restaurant in town, the best pubs, point you to the best tourist attractions and local amenities and much much more. Many B&B's depend on word-of-mouth recommendations.
Combine those two factors and it's easy to see why B&B owners go out of their way to make sure your stay provides some great memories of Ireland.
*B&B check-in is between 3:00pm and 6:00pm..
Visit http://www.reserveabandb.com/ now.
Day 3. Irish Bed & Breakfast
There are plenty of Bed & Breakfasts on the East Coast that are sure to make for an unforgettable experience. Along the east coast you could visit Drogheda, Wicklow, Kilkenny or head further south to Cork, Kinsale or Killarney.
Day 4. Irish Bed & Breakfast
Having a local host is beneficial in many ways. They can help you with directions, or suggest different places to visit around their home. The Irish Bed & Breakfast website can help you choose a property that will be perfect for you depending on your personal preferences or needs.
Day 5. Irish Bed & Breakfast
Today you can visit Kilkenny and Shannon before traveling along the magical Wild Atlantic Way. This rugged coastline is a major attraction for both visitors and locals alike. Its winding roads lead to jaw dropping views of the Atlantic and the cliffs that line Ireland’s West Coast.
Day 6. Irish Bed & Breakfast
Today we recommend you pick a Bed & Breakfast in Clare so that you can spend some time at the fabulous Cliffs of Moher. Admission is not included, but we’re happy to add it for you. This is one of Ireland's most popular tourist attractions.
Day 7. Depart Ireland
Depart Ireland today and head back to America. You will return your rental car at the airport.
Fly home!
We have selected the most economical flight schedule for you. Please note that shorter and more convenient flight options may be available at an additional cost.
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