Castle Hotels of Ireland Vacation
Luxury castle hotels in Cavan, Roscommon, Clare and Meath
You’ll enjoy this vacation in luxurious castle hotels throughout Ireland including Cavan, Roscommon, Clare and Meath.
What's Included
- Round-trip economy class airfare to Dublin (DUB)
- Manual car rental for the duration of your stay - upgrade to automatic available
- Pick up and drop off at Dublin Airport
- 2 nights in Co. Cavan at Cabra Castle Hotel
- 2 nights in Co. Roscommon at Kilronan Castle Hotel
- 2 nights in Co. Clare at Bunratty Castle Hotel, with breakfast
- 2 nights in Co. Meath at Dunboyne Castle Hotel or in Co. Dublin at Fitzpatrick Castle Hotel
Great Ways to Explore
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Travel to Ireland and visit the east, west and beyond!
- County Clare boasts the Cliffs of Moher, Bunratty Castle and the Burren.
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Drive at your own pace, but stay on the left side!
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The luxury of the Cabra Castle is matched only by its beautiful surroundings.
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Take a day-trip to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Newgrange- it's older than Stonehenge!
Fly into Dublin Airport and collect your rental car. You will spend your first nights at the Cabra Castle in Cavan. The UNESCO World Heritage Site of Newgrange, Knowth and Dowth are about 45 minutes away and are truly a must-see.
Following Cavan, you will take the drive to Roscommon. You will be located near the Lough Key Forest, the Glencar waterfall and the Strokestown Park House, Gardens and Famine Museum.
Next, continue on to the Bunratty Castle Hotel in Clare. Clare is home to the Cliffs of Moher, the Bunratty Castle & Folk Park and the Burren.
Travel to County Meath, right outside of Dublin where you will spend your final night at the Dunboyne Castle. Enjoy the best of the countryside and a location that is a short drive from the iconic city of Dublin.
Your rental car will be important during this trip because you will be set in four diverse cities surrounded by a wide range of activities and sights. With your car, you can travel at your own pace!
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.
- Round-trip economy class airfare to Dublin (DUB)
- Manual car rental for the duration of your stay - upgrade to automatic available
- Pick up and drop off at Dublin Airport
- 2 nights in Co. Cavan at Cabra Castle Hotel
- 2 nights in Co. Roscommon at Kilronan Castle Hotel
- 2 nights in Co. Clare at Bunratty Castle Hotel, with breakfast
- 2 nights in Co. Meath at Dunboyne Castle Hotel or in Co. Dublin at Fitzpatrick Castle Hotel
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Travel to Ireland and visit the east, west and beyond!
- County Clare boasts the Cliffs of Moher, Bunratty Castle and the Burren.
-
Drive at your own pace, but stay on the left side!
-
The luxury of the Cabra Castle is matched only by its beautiful surroundings.
-
Take a day-trip to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Newgrange- it's older than Stonehenge!
Fly into Dublin Airport and collect your rental car. You will spend your first nights at the Cabra Castle in Cavan. The UNESCO World Heritage Site of Newgrange, Knowth and Dowth are about 45 minutes away and are truly a must-see.
Following Cavan, you will take the drive to Roscommon. You will be located near the Lough Key Forest, the Glencar waterfall and the Strokestown Park House, Gardens and Famine Museum.
Next, continue on to the Bunratty Castle Hotel in Clare. Clare is home to the Cliffs of Moher, the Bunratty Castle & Folk Park and the Burren.
Travel to County Meath, right outside of Dublin where you will spend your final night at the Dunboyne Castle. Enjoy the best of the countryside and a location that is a short drive from the iconic city of Dublin.
Your rental car will be important during this trip because you will be set in four diverse cities surrounded by a wide range of activities and sights. With your car, you can travel at your own pace!
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.
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Day 1. Welcome to Dublin!
Your first two nights will be spent in Cavan at the 4-star Cabra Castle Hotel. Cabra Castle is a perfect base from which to explore many neighboring towns. You will find Lough an Leagh Mountain located between the towns of Bailieborough and Kingscourt, - it offers miles of walking trails and a picnic area, set against spectacular views of the surrounding countryside.
Check-in - Cabra Castle Hotel
From the moment you arrive through the acres of beautifully manicured gardens to this magnificent 19th century 4-star castle hotel in the Cavan countryside, you will feel welcomed and thoroughly spoiled. Set on 100 acres of parklands and gardens, with the magnificent backdrop of Dún a' Rí Forest Park, there is much to explore both indoors and out. Cabra Castle is one of the most unique luxury hotels in Ireland and is also one of the best-known castle wedding venues in Ireland. (Please note: Cabra Castle accommodations are not located within the main castle building).
Built in 1760, this upscale hotel is lavishly decorated with tall ceilings and grand staircases. Guest rooms are designed in a historic fashion with all the modern amenities a traveler needs to stay comfortable including a satellite TV, tea/coffee maker, and more. The Cabra Castle Hotel also has an on-site restaurant serving delicious local cuisine, as well as a bar perfect for relaxing with a drink.
Day 2. Co. Cavan
You might want to drive into Dublin city today to do some sightseeing. You can tour the city on foot from Trinity College and the Book of Kells to St. Patrick’s Cathedral. Other popular spots include Kilmainham Gaol, Christ Church Cathedral and of course, Temple Bar. Dublin offers travelers a storied history and a beautiful cityscape to enjoy, paired perfectly with a pint!
Day 3. Co. Cavan - Co. Roscommon
Take the two-hour drive north to County Roscommon where you will spend your next two nights at the majestic Kilronan Castle Hotel. You'll feel like royalty during your stay at this opulent castle.
Check-in - Kilronan Castle Estate & Spa
Day 4. Co. Roscommon
While in Roscommon you’ll want to take a visit to the Roscommon Castle Ruins set in a picturesque landscape. Check out the Boyle Abbey, an impressive and well preserved 12th-century Cistercian Monastery.
Day 5. Co. Roscommon - Co. Clare
The following two nights will be spent at the Bunratty Castle Hotel in Clare. You will be close to the famous Cliffs of Moher, Bunratty Castle & Folk Park and the Burren.
Check-in - Bunratty Castle Hotel
Day 6. Co. Clare
Enjoy a full day at leisure today. Relax at your hotel, there are over 400 acres to explore the estate. Or, visit nearby Limerick city to see King Johns Castle, the Treaty Stone and others.
Day 7. Co. Clare - Co. Meath
The final night of your Ireland vacation tour will be in County Meath at the 4-star Dunboyne Castle, a 20-minute drive from the airport. You’ll be situated in the idyllic countryside but a short distance from Dublin's city center.
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 8. Co. Meath
Enjoy your last full day in Ireland at leisure. Take in a game of golf, or a scenic walk on the Castle grounds, or relax with a spa treatment - all at your fingertips.
Day 9. Depart Ireland
Say goodbye to Ireland today! From your hotel, the drive to Dublin Airport will be about 20 minutes.
Fly home!
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