Curated romantic hotels in Ireland

Located in Dundalk, Carrickdale Hotel & Spa is in the historical district – a 1-minute drive from Cooley Mountains and 7 minutes from Dundalk Stadium. This family-friendly hotel is 4.8 mi (7.7 km) from Ballymacdermot Cairn and 5.4 mi (8.6 km) from Ring of Gullion.

With a beautiful setting on the River Suir, the luxurious Waterford Castle Hotel and Golf Resort is on a private island completely detached from the mainland.

The castle boasts elegant rooms and suites with stunning views. These individually designed rooms offer also offer free WiFi, goose-down quilts. Contemporary lodges are also available and include three and four-bedroom semi detached properties with a spacious open-plan kitchen/dining area and adjoining living room.

Access to the island is by a private car ferry which operates throughout the day. "Complimentary ferry crossing takes 3 minutes and does not need to be reserved in advance, it departs every 15 minutes. Drive up the beech-lined drive to reach the castle and its 800 years of history.

Local activities include golfing on an 18-hole course, clay-target shooting, a driving range, tennis and croquet. There are also several nature trails and walking paths to explore.

Located in Gorey, Ashdown Park Hotel is in a rural location, within a 15-minute walk of Peoples Park and Gorey Little Theatre. This family-friendly hotel is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Gorey Showgrounds and 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Gorey Library.

In central Galway, the Park House Hotel blends the warmth and personality of a boutique hotel with 4-star luxury. It offers an award-winning restaurant and air-conditioned rooms with free Wi-Fi.

Rooms are decorated in warm colours, natural wood furnishings and luxurious fabrics. They feature TVs with sports and movie channels, laptop safes and tea/coffee-making facilities.

The Park Restaurant offers delicious home-cooked food on its table d'hote menu. It uses fine local produce and the menu is accompanied by an extensive wine list.

Guests can also relax in the award-winning Boss Doyle's Bar, which has hand-carved oak-panelled ceilings, stained glass windows and mood lighting.

Galway Train Station and Eyre Square are just 200 meters away. The hotel is next to the tourist information centre where guests can book trips to Connemara, the Cliff of Moher or the Aran Islands.

Overlooking Lough MacNean, Customs House Country Inn is in the heart of the Irish Lake District. The hotel features an award-winning restaurant, stylish wine bar, and boutique bedrooms with free Wi-Fi.

The bedrooms at Customs House each have a luxury bathroom, featuring handmade tiles and Italian marble. All rooms have a TV and tea/coffee facilities, and some have cosy seating areas or scenic views.

Fiddlesticks Restaurant offers fine dining by candlelight, and features impressive lough views. The elegant wine bar offers international wines and gourmet snacks, and generous breakfasts are available daily.

With a picturesque location in Belcoo, Customs House Country Inn is a 15-minute drive from Marble Arch Caves. There is free on-site parking, and Enniskillen is a 20-minute drive away, next to the Lower Loch Erne.

On the banks of the River Nore in the heart of the medieval city of Kilkenny, this 4-star Kilkenny River Court Hotel offers free WiFi.

Overlooking the city's 12th-century castle, The Kilkenny River Court Hotel has a quiet location in a private courtyard, back from the busy Kilkenny streets. The main shopping areas, theatres and entertainment are all close by.

Each of the large rooms is stylishly decorated with fine furnishings. Most overlook the River Nore and the castle.

Guests can dine at the AA rosette-winning Riverside Restaurant and Terrace Kitchen which offers an al fresco dining experience. The hotel can also host weddings, corporate events and special family occasions.

Located in Bundoran, 100 metres from Bundoran Beach, Holyrood Hotel - Leisure Centre & The Spa at Orchids provides accommodation with a terrace, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar. This 4-star hotel offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. The hotel offers an indoor pool, evening entertainment and a kids' club.

With a private bathroom equipped with a bath or shower and free toiletries, rooms at the hotel also provide guests with a city view. All units in Holyrood Hotel - Leisure Centre & The Spa at Orchids are fitted with a flat-screen TV and a hairdryer.

A continental, Full English/Irish or vegetarian breakfast is available at the property.

The accommodation offers a children's playground.

Tullan Strand Beach is 2.5 km from Holyrood Hotel - Leisure Centre & The Spa at Orchids, while Donegal Golf Club is 22 km away. Ireland West Knock Airport is 86 km from the property.

Located in heart of County Wicklow, regarded as the Garden County for its natural beauty, Druids Glen Resort provides a championship golf course, an Elemis spa and comprehensive meeting facilities.

Just a 10 minute drive from Greystones and within easy reach of the Sally Gap, Roundwood, Glendalough and Britta Bay, Druids Glen Resort is also just 25 miles away from Dublin.

Awarded 5-stars by the Irish Automobile Association and Failte Ireland, Druids Glen boasts 145 guestrooms, many with views over either the Wicklow Mountains or the golf course.

Located in Athlone, Athlone Springs Hotel is within a 10-minute drive of Athlone Castle and Rose Island. This eco-friendly hotel is 3.7 mi (5.9 km) from Glendeer Pet Farm and 4.4 mi (7.2 km) from Athlone Towncentre.

Located in Athlone, Hodson Bay Hotel is on a lake, within a 5-minute walk of The Spa at Hodson Bay and Lough Ree. This family-friendly hotel is 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Athlone Golf Club and 4 mi (6.5 km) from Burren Exposure.

A stay at Radisson Blu Hotel, Athlone places you in the heart of Athlone, within a 5-minute walk of Athlone Towncentre and St. Peter and Paul's Church. This hotel is 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Athlone Castle and 4.5 mi (7.3 km) from Athlone Golf Club.

With a stay at Clayton Hotel Galway in Galway (Doughiska), you'll be a 5-minute drive from Galway Race Course and 6 minutes from Shop Street. This eco-friendly hotel is 3.5 mi (5.6 km) from Galway Harbour and 3.8 mi (6.1 km) from Galway Cathedral.

Located in Galway (Galway City Centre), Maldron Hotel Sandy Road Galway is within a 5-minute drive of Galway Cathedral and Eyre Square. This eco-friendly hotel is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from University Hospital Galway and 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Galway Harbour.

With a stay at Leonardo Hotel Galway, you'll be centrally located in Galway, steps from Quay Street and 8 minutes by foot from Eyre Square. This eco-friendly hotel is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Spanish Arch and 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Bold Art Gallery.

With a stay at Clybaun Hotel Galway in Galway (Clybaun), you'll be a 4-minute drive from Leisureland and 5 minutes from Silver Strand. This family-friendly hotel is 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from University Hospital Galway and 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from National Aquarium of Galway.

When you stay at The Killeshin Hotel in Portlaoise, you'll be in the business district, within a 5-minute drive of The Dunamaise Arts Centre and Sky Venue. This hotel is 2 mi (3.3 km) from O'Moore Park and 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Portlaoise Golf Club.

When you stay at Castle Oaks House Hotel in Castleconnell, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of National Technological Park and University of Limerick. This spa hotel is 6.4 mi (10.3 km) from Castletroy Golf Club and 6.8 mi (11 km) from University Concert Hall.

Located in Ennis, Hotel Woodstock, an Ascend Hotel Collection Member is in the historical district, within a 10-minute drive of Ennis Friary and Ennis Cathedral. This family-friendly hotel is 8.4 mi (13.6 km) from Craggaunowen and 8.6 mi (13.8 km) from Quin Abbey.

Located in Cratloe, Radisson Blu Hotel & Spa, Limerick is within a 10-minute drive of Bunratty Castle and Folk Park and The Treaty Stone. This family-friendly hotel is 4.2 mi (6.8 km) from King John's Castle and 4.4 mi (7.1 km) from People's Park.

Located in Thurles, Anner Hotel is within a 5-minute drive of The Source Arts Centre and Lár na Páirce Museum. This hotel is 1 mi (1.7 km) from Thurles Golf Club and 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Semple Stadium.