B&B Vacation with Dromoland Castle (Dublin)
Enjoy the warm embrace of an Irish Bed & Breakfast
This trip to Ireland allows you to experience the exquisite accommodations of a castle, the warm welcoming from a local at a lovely Bed & Breakfast of your choice and the bustling city atmosphere of Dublin!
What's Included
Transportation:
- Round-trip economy class airfare from New York (JFK) to Dublin (DUB)
- Manual shift economy car rental for duration
Accommodation:
- 1 night at the Newpark Hotel in Kilkenny
- 3 nights with open Bed & Breakfast vouchers
- 1 night at the Dromoland Castle in Clare
- 1 night at the Fitzpatrick Castle Hotel, North Star Hotel, or similar in Dublin
Great Ways to Explore
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Experience the history, luxury, bright lights and warm welcome of Ireland with this vacation.
- From Dublin, Kilkenny is a quick trip down the coast. Visit the Kilkenny Castle!
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Enjoy open Irish B&B vouchers. Ask your local host for traveling tips.
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The 5-star Dromoland Castle is one of the best on the west coast.
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We suggest visiting the Guinness Storehouse in Dublin- it’s Europe’s best excursion!
Once you land at Dublin Airport you will pick up your rental car that you will have for the duration of your trip. Your first night will be in Kilkenny, a medieval city with a welcoming charm.
Next, you'll select a Bed & Breakfast of your choice from hundreds throughout Ireland. Bed & Breakfasts are legendary in Ireland for having the friendliest local hosts who provide their guests with charming accommodations and helpful travel tips!
After a relaxing stay at a Bed & Breakfast, get ready for an unforgettable stay at the 5-star Dromoland Castle. This castle is ideally located near Bunratty Castle and Folk Park and the stunning Cliffs of Moher.
Your final night will take you back to Dublin where you will be surrounded by historic landmarks and incredible places of interest. Check out the interactive tour of the Guinness Storehouse, Trinity College and the famed Temple Bar. Dublin has so much to offer, soak in as much of this vibrant city as you can before heading to your next stop!
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 from New York (JFK) to Dublin (DUB)
- Manual shift economy car rental for duration
Accommodation:
- 1 night at the Newpark Hotel in Kilkenny
- 3 nights with open Bed & Breakfast vouchers
- 1 night at the Dromoland Castle in Clare
- 1 night at the Fitzpatrick Castle Hotel, North Star Hotel, or similar in Dublin
-
Experience the history, luxury, bright lights and warm welcome of Ireland with this vacation.
- From Dublin, Kilkenny is a quick trip down the coast. Visit the Kilkenny Castle!
-
Enjoy open Irish B&B vouchers. Ask your local host for traveling tips.
-
The 5-star Dromoland Castle is one of the best on the west coast.
-
We suggest visiting the Guinness Storehouse in Dublin- it’s Europe’s best excursion!
Once you land at Dublin Airport you will pick up your rental car that you will have for the duration of your trip. Your first night will be in Kilkenny, a medieval city with a welcoming charm.
Next, you'll select a Bed & Breakfast of your choice from hundreds throughout Ireland. Bed & Breakfasts are legendary in Ireland for having the friendliest local hosts who provide their guests with charming accommodations and helpful travel tips!
After a relaxing stay at a Bed & Breakfast, get ready for an unforgettable stay at the 5-star Dromoland Castle. This castle is ideally located near Bunratty Castle and Folk Park and the stunning Cliffs of Moher.
Your final night will take you back to Dublin where you will be surrounded by historic landmarks and incredible places of interest. Check out the interactive tour of the Guinness Storehouse, Trinity College and the famed Temple Bar. Dublin has so much to offer, soak in as much of this vibrant city as you can before heading to your next stop!
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.
Day 1. Welcome to Dublin!
Begin your vacation at the Newpark Hotel in Kilkenny as soon as you collect your rental car.
Check-in - The Newpark Hotel
Built on over 40 acres of parkland, the Newpark Hotel provides family-friendly elegance for visitors to the area. The dedicated staff works tirelessly to make sure you and your family receive top-notch service. Many of the spacious, well-appointed rooms include serene views of the green gardens and parkland. Scott's Bar & Bistro has a sparkling reputation for delicious, locally sourced food and is a favorite among the locals.
Strike out for day trips to discover the treasures of Kilkenny, or stay on-property to take advantage of the hotel's many exciting amenities. Newpark hotel offers family room accommodations and activities everyone can enjoy, such as the Newpark adventure trail, where you can catch glimpses of the alpacas and llamas that live there. The Krazy Kats Kids Club is bustling with activity and affords parents a few hours to slip off to unwind at the Escape Health Club and Spa.
Day 2. Dublin - Irish Bed & Breakfast
Your next three nights will be spent at the 3 or 4-star Bed & Breakfast of your choice. Bed & Breakfasts in Ireland are known for their warm welcoming and accommodating services. 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 starts to ensure you have the location and property you want.
Check-in - Irish Bed & Breakfast
You can select your accommodations ahead of time, or take advantage of the flexibility of choosing them along the way. Enjoy your choice of accommodations from big cities to small towns to quaint villages to countryside manors. All of the B&Bs pride themselves on providing their guests with a fresh, home-cooked full Irish breakfast each morning and quality accommodations that cater to every need. At a B&B, you are much more than just a room number, you're a welcomed guest. 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&Bs, "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 more. Many B&Bs 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 3-6pm.
Day 3. 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. Along the east coast you might want to look into visiting Dublin, Drogheda, Wicklow, Kilkenny or head further south to Cork, Kinsale or Killarney.
Day 4. Irish Bed & Breakfast
We suggest you enjoy some of Ireland’s most popular destinations in the West Coast. The cities of Killarney and Galway are all ideal for a genuine Irish getaway. You will be beyond impressed with the warm welcome and comfortable accommodations wherever you stay.
Day 5. Irish Bed & Breakfast - Clare
You will spend a night at the spectacular 5-star Dromoland Castle in Clare. The Bunratty Castle is only a few miles south of the castle and offers an interesting tour. You can also drive about 19 miles and reach the city of Limerick, a staple of Ireland. You can make Limerick into a day-trip to see the Treaty Stone and King Johns Castle and come back to the castle for dinner at the Earl of Thomond Restaurant.
Check-in - Dromoland Castle
Day 6. Clare - Dublin
Today you will drive back to Dublin for your final night. Enjoy your last moments in Ireland and take advantage of your location in the heart of this dynamic city by visiting any attractions you missed in the beginning of your adventure.
The Address Connolly is ideally located in the heart of Dublin City Centre, just a short walk from all of Dublin’s most popular venues, shopping streets, entertainment districts, and tourist attractions. This design-driven hotel offers an eclectic mix of luxe interiors and traditional design pieces all sourced from and crafted in Ireland.
The Address Connolly promises the ultimate 4-star hotel experience full of special touches that surprise and delight. The Address Connolly boasts newly refurbished guestrooms, its own fitness center, and Scandinavian saunas, plus the independently branded bar and restaurant within the hotel, McGettigans Cookhouse. The Cookhouse provides a casual, diverse, and relaxed dining environment serving international cuisine with an extensive cocktail list, craft beers, and specially selected wines. The food curation focuses on sustainability, seasonality, and locality for its inspiration and is open for both lunch and dinner.
Overlooking O'Connell Street in Dublin, the Gresham Hotel offers free Wi-Fi, daily breakfast, a small gym on-site as well as access to a larger facility just 5 minutes away, a restaurant, and a bar.
Rooms are spacious and plush, featuring a LCD TV, a safe, a hairdryer, tea and coffee making facilities, ironing facilities, and private bathrooms. Parking is available for a nightly charge, and the Dublin 3Arena is just a mile away. Temple Bar, the River Liffey, and excellent shopping opportunities are available just a few minutes walk away. Thy Connolly Train Station is a 5-minute walk away, the port is a little over a mile and a half away, and Dublin Airport is just over 6 miles away.
Day 7. Depart Ireland
You’ll leave Ireland today on a flight back to America out of Dublin Airport. Return your rental car at the airport.
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