Ireland Bed & Breakfasts plus Dublin
Explore Ireland by car & stay in B&Bs
The Emerald Isle was meant to be explored by car! Drive through Ireland and stay in your choice of Bed & Breakfasts, plus, spend two nights in Dublin to get a taste of urban Irish life.
What's Included
- Round-trip economy class airfare to Dublin (DUB)
- Manual, economy size rental car for duration - upgrade to automatic available
- Pick up and drop off at Dublin Airport
- 2 nights in Dublin at Croke Park Hotel or similar
- 4 nights in your choice of B&B's throughout Ireland
- Breakfast daily
Great Ways to Explore
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Take a day trip along the rugged coastline to the Cliffs of Moher, Limerick and the Burren.
- Enjoy a home cooked Irish breakfast at your desired B&B.
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See the famous poet William Butler Yeats' collection at the National Gallery of Ireland.
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See the Ashford Castle in western Ireland and kayak on the Lough Corrib.
Choose where to go and what to do!
Have the Ireland vacation of your dreams with this week-long adventure! Begin your journey in Dublin, a cosmopolitan city with endless things to do.
From Dublin, drive to your next destination and see the beauty of Ireland unfold before your eyes! Choose the Bed and Breakfasts to your liking and experience the warmth and comfort of a traditional B&B. Whether you prefer a farmhouse or townhouse, there’s a B&B to suit nearly every kind of traveler. Customize a trip to your desire; see the 12th-century castle in the medieval town of Kilkenny or get back to nature in Killarney National Park. Drive past jagged cliffs on Ireland’s Wild Atlantic Way and make a stop in the charming seaside city of Galway.
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.
Enhance your vacation with:
- Entry to EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum
- Admission to the Guinness Storehouse
- Merry Ploughboy Dinner & Show
- Round-trip economy class airfare to Dublin (DUB)
- Manual, economy size rental car for duration - upgrade to automatic available
- Pick up and drop off at Dublin Airport
- 2 nights in Dublin at Croke Park Hotel or similar
- 4 nights in your choice of B&B's throughout Ireland
- Breakfast daily
-
Take a day trip along the rugged coastline to the Cliffs of Moher, Limerick and the Burren.
- Enjoy a home cooked Irish breakfast at your desired B&B.
-
See the famous poet William Butler Yeats' collection at the National Gallery of Ireland.
-
See the Ashford Castle in western Ireland and kayak on the Lough Corrib.
Choose where to go and what to do!
Have the Ireland vacation of your dreams with this week-long adventure! Begin your journey in Dublin, a cosmopolitan city with endless things to do.
From Dublin, drive to your next destination and see the beauty of Ireland unfold before your eyes! Choose the Bed and Breakfasts to your liking and experience the warmth and comfort of a traditional B&B. Whether you prefer a farmhouse or townhouse, there’s a B&B to suit nearly every kind of traveler. Customize a trip to your desire; see the 12th-century castle in the medieval town of Kilkenny or get back to nature in Killarney National Park. Drive past jagged cliffs on Ireland’s Wild Atlantic Way and make a stop in the charming seaside city of Galway.
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.
Enhance your vacation with:
- Entry to EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum
- Admission to the Guinness Storehouse
- Merry Ploughboy Dinner & Show
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Day 1. Welcome to Dublin!
Upon arrival you will collect your rental car at the airport and take the drive to your first destination. Keep in mind that you will be driving on the opposite side of the road so always proceed with caution! Consider celebrating your first night in Ireland by treating yourself to a pint of Guinness at Ireland's oldest pub, The Brazen Head.
Across the street from Croke Park stadium, The Croke Park's location makes it a unique destination, close to both Dublin airport and Dublin's city center. Dublin Airport is 15-minute drive away, while the National Botanic Gardens are a 25-minute walk. Connolly Metro Station is a 15-minute walk, while Trinity College Dublin can be reached in 25 minutes on foot.
In a world of bland offerings, service by numbers and generic experiences, The Croke Park bucks the trend by offering guests a personable and memorable stay. This luxury 4-star hotel boasts spacious rooms with free Wi-Fi, air-conditioning, flat-screen TVs and more. Guests can enjoy hot towels on arrival, free parking, and a European bistro.
The Green is ideally placed in the heart of Dublin City Centre, adjacent to St Stephen’s Green and less than five minutes’ walk from Grafton Street. The hotel boasts 99 guestrooms with air conditioning and complimentary WiFi. Guests at The Green can enjoy a buffet breakfast. The restaurant has a unique bistro and retro style and offers a selection of international dishes prepared with locally sourced ingredients. The Green also has 24-hour room service and a gym with the state-of-the-art equipment.
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.
Hotel Riu Plaza The Gresham Dublin is a 288 room hotel within walking distance from some of Dublin's top attractions. Located on famed O'Connell Street, the hotel provides modern rooms with excellent amenities to guarantee a comfortable stay. All rooms are equipped with air conditioning, television, and free WiFi. For those seeking a more spacious accommodation, the hotel offers a penthouse suite with incredible city views. Additional hotel amenities include Toddy's Brasserie, which features classic Irish cuisine and beverages, and the Writer's Lounge where guests can enjoy afternoon tea in a classic and sophisticated setting. Take advantage of the hotel's location right near the Abbey Street tram, making the entire city easily accessible throughout your stay.
The Chancery Hotel in Dublin is a 4-star hotel with a 24-hour front desk to ensure a comfortable stay for all guests. The hotel features Fawn restaurant that serves breakfast and dinner with something for everyone. There is also an on-site bar for delicious evening cocktails, and a cafe with sweet treats and coffee.
The hotel also has an immersive relaxation area with a whirlpool, Turkish Bath , sauna, and massage shower. Guests also have access to the hotel's 24-hour gym.
Guest rooms are bright and spacious with black-out curtains to help guests get a good night sleep. Amenities include a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, air-conditioning, an in-room safe, free Wi-Fi, a TV, coffee maker, and fridge with complimentary water.
The Chancery Hotel is close to many attractions in Dublin. Dublin Castle, the Irish Whiskey Museum, Book of Kells, and The Little Museum of Dublin are all within a 15-minute walk from the hotel. Additionally, Dublin Airport is closest to this hotel.
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Day 2. Dublin
Enjoy a complimentary full Irish Breakfast at your hotel and then venture forth for your first full day in Ireland! Uncover the secrets and history of Dublin Castle, then go for a stroll through the stunning Trinity College Castle. While exploring the grounds, consider paying a visit to the illuminated manuscript, the Book of Kells.
You might also want to take a deeper dive into the drinking culture with a tour of the factories of your favorite stouts and spirits! Fans of the black stuff will want to explore the Guinness Storehouse, while whiskey fanatics will want to visit the Old Jameson Distillery or Teeling Whiskey Distillery.
In the evening, explore the Temple Bar district which is renowned for its nightlife and has a slew of pubs, restaurants and galleries waiting to be explored.
A Tip For Your Trip: Admission to both the Book of Kells and Guinness Storehouse is included with the available upgrade.
Day 3. Dublin - Ireland Bed & Breakfast
The next seven nights of your vacation will be spent at the Irish Bed & Breakfast of your choice! Be sure to book your stay prior to your departure date to ensure you are accommodated at your first choice Bed & Breakfast. Your local hosts can also help you with directions, or suggest different places to visit around their home!
Consider a visit to Waterford, Ireland's oldest city. Founded by Vikings, Waterford's rich history can be felt at every corner and building. While exploring this ancient city, you'll want to visit the famous crystal factory to see how it's made!
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 4. Ireland Bed & Breakfast
Next you may want to consider a visit to Cork, the sunny city in the south. You'll find an old world charm throughout this historic city with some of the country's most welcoming locals. Spend a morning exploring the English Market, which has been a staple in the city since 1788. Shop handmade wares and sample homemade goods at this local favorite! In the evening, treat yourself to a scenic dinner at the nearby town of Cobh, where you'll find picturesque houses and scenic seaside views.
Day 5. Ireland Bed & Breakfast
Consider choosing a B&B near Killarney today, so you can conveniently tour the famous Ring of Kerry!
Killarney is a convenient starting point for this popular tourist driving route; take some time and explore the stunning Killarney National Park, Ireland's first national park where you'll find picturesque lakes, mountains and more.
Day 6. Ireland Bed & Breakfast
One of the most popular destinations in Ireland is County Clare on the west coast. With a stunning coastline and a wealth of activities, this is the perfect spot for a B&B stay.
Take day-trips to the impressive Cliffs of Moher, Ireland's most visited dramatic cliffs or to the Burren, a fascinating landscape made up of wild plants, animals and caves.
Day 7. Depart Ireland
Today you will depart Ireland. You'll fly out of Dublin Airport.
Fly home!
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