Guide to Ireland - Accommodation

Tipperary

Tipperary boasts some fine visitor accommodation to match the various scenery which you will find in the “Premier County”, including The Rock of Cashel -- former seat of the Kings of Munster, the Galtee & Slievenamon Mountains and much more.

The Minella Hotel is a splendid family run mansion, where you can sit back and be waited on hand and foot. It overlooks the fabled and famous River Suir- Fishing etc. Contact The Nallen Family Tel (052 ) 22388, Int + 353 52 22388, Fax + 353 5224381

Dundrum House Hotel, If you fancy strolling through the countryside and playing a game of golf on a superb country golf course then this former covent is the place. Contact the Crowe Family Tel (062) 71116, Int + 353 62 71116, Fax + 353 62 71366

If you want to savour something different and experience “ the hidden Ireland “ you could always rent a cottage at Cathy Hackets traditional Irish farm in Borrisoleigh, where you can stroll through the fields at your own leisure. Horses, goats, sheep etc, not to mention the "craic" (fun) with the locals in the local Pubs, should you care to imbibe in the Guinness. The
cottage is stone built, recently renovated fully heated, open fires etc. Contact Noreen or Mike Tel (0504) 51616, Int + 353 504 51616

There's lots to do in the area and Tipperary in general including horseriding, watersports, pleasant walks, old castles and archaeological remains etc. You can view the above in the Tipperary section of the Guide To Ireland.

Co. Clare

Now for the enchanting County of Clare. Cliffs, old Stone Forts, splendid beaches etc

The Moloney family run three different types of accommodation, where the welcome is always warm- a lovely Guesthouse, B&B and Visitor Hostel in Doolin on the west coast where traditional music is very widespread.Tel (065) 74006 / 74503 or Fax (065) 74421 / 74129.

For 3star hotel accommodation in the same area the Aran View Hotel & Restaurant caters for all your needs Contact John or Theresa Linnane at (065) 74061 / 74420 or Fax (065) 74540.

Close to Shannon Airport in the town of Ennis is the Auburn Lodge Hotel on the Galway Rd. A quality hotel with all the necessary facilities. Tel (065) 21247 or Fax (065) 21202.

Cill Eoin is a cosy family run guesthouse where everything is first class-a lovely place to stay and enjoy the easy atmosphere and conversation. Tel.(065) 41668.

The Lakeside Hotel & Leisure Centre is in Killaloe overlooking the lordly River Shannon - all the usual top grade facilities. Tel (061) 376122 or Fax (061) 376431.

If you fancy a ride you will undoubtly enjoy the old fashioned scene at Carrowbaun Riding Centre near Killaloe overlooking the Shannon R. Tel (061) 376754.

Near the costal region of Kilkee in West Clare is Tubridys Guesthouse with Pub attached, an ideal stop for touring the Burren, fishing, swimming etc. Tel (065) 59033 or Fax (065) 59246.

Co. Galway

Stone walls, lakes peaceful country walks.,Connemara etc.

If you fancy a trip to the Aran Islands you can get a ferry from various locations including get a special bus from outside the tourist office in Galway - Island Ferries are the guys here. -very pleasant staff and very helpful. Tel (091) 561767 / 572273 or Fax (091) 583188.

If you require transport - Donal Joyce Minibus Hire covers Galway and Connemara and will arrange to meet you at the airport etc. A very nice fellow Tel (091) 521427, Mobile (088) 559604 / 576317 or Fax (091) 524284.

Donal's wife Eileen runs a lovely guesthouse called Gentian Hill House on the outskirts of Galway city. A cosy place Tel (091) 521427.

Just on the border with Tipperary is Portland House Hotel, which is near Portumna on the Shannon and Lough Derg. Joe O’Keeffe is the owner /manager here and he will make your stay relaxed and interesting. There are a wide range of activities to suit all tastes. Tel. (0509) 47141 or Fax (0509) 47142.

Galway City and immediate region

In Eyre Square - the centre of the city - is situated the American Hotel - accommodation, bar etc, Tel P.J.O’Flaherty at (091) 61300 or Fax (091) 66252.

Also in Eyre Sq. is the Imperial Hotel All mod cons music bar accommodation etc. Tel (091) 563033 or Fax (091) 568410.

The Skeffington Hotel is also in the Square - bar music food accomm. Etc Tel (091) 563173 or Fax (091) 561679.

Out in Salthill is the Rockbarton Hotel run by (wait for it) Mike Tyson (yes true) and his wife Pat, lovely people. Excellent Restaurant. High standards, reasonable prices. Tel (091) 22286 or Fax (091) 27692.

Around Galway City there are a number of B&Bs, guesthouses etc including Balcony House -a lovely, cosy family run B&B. Contact Michael or Theresa at Tel (091) 63438.

Inishmore Guesthouse, also very restful and friendly run by Peter and Marie. Tel (091) 582639

Adare Guesthouse run by Padraic and Grainne Conroy is a really fine place, close to City Centre, Tel (091) 582638/586421 or Fax (091) 583963 or email adare@iol.ie.
Irish Smoked Salmon is also run by Padraic and is sent express delivery to most overseas destinations, georgeous .... Tel as above or email

Four Seasons in Galway suburbs is a very peaceful and friendly Guesthouse, Great breakfast etc. Run by Geraldine and Pat Lohan Tel (091) 564078 or Fax (091) 569765.

Breaffa House out the coast road is run by Mrs Helen McMahon-Boland and her family. Tel (091) 592438.

Corleck House is run by Sean Leydon and houses many Western memorabilia Tel or Fax (091) 64670.

Eldon Hotel is in Roundstone in the heart of Connemara Tel (095) 35933 / 35871 or Fax (095) 35921. Ideal for Sea Activities or just relaxing.

If you contact any of the above, please mention where you found details of their services.

You can find more tourist information in the Tipperary, Clare and Galway, sections of the Guide to Ireland.