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Golfing in Ireland

Whether you plan on spending time in the Southwest of Ireland or the West, click on the links below to see what golf courses are in the region or regions

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Golfing in Ireland

Whether you plan on spending time in the Southwest of Ireland or the West, click on the links below to see what golf courses are in the region or regions

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Golfing in Ireland

Whether you plan on spending time in the Southwest of Ireland or the West, click on the links below to see what golf courses are in the region or regions

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Southwest Ireland

Sheen Falls Lodge

County: Kerry

Star: 5

Sheen Falls is regarded as one of Ireland''s finest 5 star hotels and once there it is easy to see why. Once the summer residence and hunting lodge of the Marquis of Lansdowne, Sheen Falls Lodge is a haven of restful luxury. Its location is simply stunning set on a private 300-acre wooded estate with a backdrop of the mighty Cara Mountains and overlooking the Sheen Falls and the waters of Kenmare River. An atmosphere of soothing serenity permeates the Sheen Falls Lodge. Harmonious colours, sumptuous sofas and the warmth of a roaring log fire greet you in reception, while throughout resident’s lounges cosy comforts conspire to create an experience of relaxed luxury.

The 66 spacious and luxurious guest rooms, which offer spectacular views of the waterfall or bay, are tasteful, airy and very spacious. The pale woods, rich fabrics and marble bathrooms add to the feeling of luxury

Fine dining at the Sheen Falls is afforded with the award winning restaurant, ‘La Cascade’, overlooking the floodlit falls. La Cascade oozes Elegance and refinement, from the soft strokes of the pianist and the candle lit tables to the up standing service and widely acclaimed wonderful food and fine wine. While informal dining is also offered in Oscar’s Bistro.

Guests can relax in the spacious lounges where log fires blaze or relax in the library where over 1,000 volumes of classic and modern literature are available. Guests are also free to roam the hotel''s gardens and woodland and enjoy the breathtaking scenery of the Kenmare region.

Sheen Falls Lodge boasts a state of the art Health and Fitness Spa with indoor heated swimming pool, Jacuzzi, steam-room, sauna and gymnasium. An extensive range of beauty and body treatments are also on offer.

Sheen Falls also offers an extensive range of activities all within its 300-acre estate, from horse riding, fishing by the falls, cycling, walking, tennis and Clay Pigeon Shooting. While for golfers it is an ideal base for playing Killarney, Ring of Kerry, Waterville and Ballybunion.

 

 
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Killarney Park Hotel

County: Kerry

Star: 5

A place of genuine elegance laced with warmth and hospitality, the Killarney Park Hotel is superbly located on its own grounds adjacent to the centre of Killarney town. The hotel is literally a stone''s throw from everything Killarney has to offer, yet has the quietness, intimacy and privacy associated with times past. One of Ireland''s premier five star hotels the Killarney Park is committed to achieving the highest possible standards of guest comfort and the attention to detail is evident from the moment you step inside.

All the bedrooms have been designed to offer every modern comfort. The spacious suites, with their open fires, splendid furnishings and antique beds literally speak for themselves while all rooms are decorated with thoughtful colour schemes to the very highest standards.

The Park Restaurant has been purposely designed to echo a time of gracious, courteous dining. No expense has been spared or detail overlooked in the search for the perfect dining experience. The cuisine wins awards from many quarters and professional staff waits on you attentively and discreetly while the resident pianist quietly offers a soothing background to your private discourse. There is even an open plan wine cellar where you can choose your own wine, with or without the gentle guidance of the sommelier

The well-stocked traditional library is the perfect venue to lose yourself for a time, while the traditional theme continues in the Garden Bar, a cosy place to enjoy a quiet pint or appetizing snack. The drawing room, with its tremendous marble fireplace is one of the most beautiful rooms in the hotel, while the dimly lit billiards room, with its timber panelling, has witnessed the consumption of many a brandy in its time.

One of the great rewards of staying at The Killarney Park Hotel is the newly opened Spa

At 3,000 square feet, it is one of the largest Spas in any five star hotel in Ireland and offers a wondrous blend of restorative treatments complemented by Asian based rituals designed to stimulate, rejuvenate and soothe the spirit.

The Killarney Park offers the perfect base from which to pursue a host of outdoor activities including golf on Kerry''s premier courses, river and lake fishing, horse riding, shooting and hill walking or trekking through Killarney''s spectacular National Park. Whether you wish to tour the dramatic landscape found on The Ring of Kerry, The Gap of Dunloe and The Dingle Peninsula or stroll through the town and browse in traditional craft shops and elegant boutiques the Killarney Park is a lovely place to come back to.

 

 
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Hayfield Manor Hotel

County: Cork

Star: 5

Hayfield Manor Hotel is a luxury hotel located on its own secluded leafy grounds, just one mile from Cork City Centre. This deluxe five star hotel has been planned with meticulous care to look and feel like a large period house. Combining grandeur and opulence with the comforts and facilities found only in the most modern establishments the hotels guests can expect the charm and character of an inviting manor house, while enjoying 5 star amenities in Cork''s only five star hotel.

Hayfield Manor offers a diverse range of luxury accommodations in its 88 guestrooms and suites. The accommodation includes superior rooms, executive suites and the master suite. The rooms at the Hayfield Manor are renowned for their grandiose proportions and other luxuries such as marble bathrooms, period furnishings and the finest fabrics, together with all the necessary modern facilities and sumptuous luxuries.

Dining at the Hayfield is a suitably gastronomic experience with options such as the elegantly appointed Manor Room, Perrotts Restaurant while Private Dining can be arranged in the drawing room, which offers refined comfort in light and airy surroundings

The Hayfield also boasts an exclusive Health Spa where residents can enjoy a wide range of facilities and beauty therapies to invigorate, relax and revitalise.

Close to the Hayfield you’ll find two of Ireland’s most famous golf courses, Fota Golf Resort and the Old Head Golf Links in Kinsale.

 

 
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Dromoland Castle

County: Clare

Star: 5

Set within a private estate Dromoland is one of the most romantic and picturesque castles you will find, with a rich depth of history going back to the Gaelic Irish royalty of old. Priceless reminders of Dromoland’s history can be found throughout the castle, furnished with fine antiques, splendid wood and stone carvings and original oil paintings. As you would expect Dromoland offers the utmost in luxury, blending old world elegance with modern day comforts and a complete range of facilities, activities and services.

Dromoland Castle boasts 75 beautifully appointed, very spacious, and luxurious bedrooms and suites. Each room has been decorated individually and enjoys its own unique personality, blending old world charm with modern amenities, offering attractive views of the flowering herb garden, 16th century courtyard or shimmering lake. In the suites, the decor includes rich damask wallpaper, antique furnishings, and custom-designed carpets and drapes.

Dining at Dromoland is always an occasion. It is also a culinary delight, the quality of the food and service is renowned the world over. The Earl of Thomond Restaurant offers a relaxed but elegant dining experience. Located on the ground floor, dinner can be enjoyed in an ambience enhanced by the soft music of the Castle''s resident harpist. The Fig Tree Restaurant offers a wonderful variety of dining. The menu and presentation have been created for more informal dining. The Castle Library is the perfect setting for a ######## Bar, with gently burning log fire, candlelit in the evening and hosting Irish Ballads, providing the background for after dinner drinks.

Surrounding the Castle is Dromoland’s own superb 18-hole parkland golf course, while the castles other sporting pursuits include fishing, horse riding, archery and clay pigeon shooting. Apart from Dromoland''s championship golf course, Dromoland Castle is the perfect location for playing some of Ireland''s finest courses. It is located between the great courses of the west and southwest, thus being relatively close to the likes of Waterville, Ballybunion, Lahinch, Tralee, Connemara and Killarney. Nearby are the popular visitor attractions of Bunratty Castle & Folk Park, the Cliffs of Moher and the scenic beauty of the Burren.

 

 
Dromoland Castle Dromoland Castle

Aghadoe Heights Hotel

County: Kerry

Star: 5

Aghadoe Heights Hotel is located in one of Ireland''s most scenic regions in the South West of Ireland. It offers breathtaking views of the blue lakes and rugged mountains of Killarney in County Kerry.

Aghadoe Heights is steeped in the best traditions of Irish hospitality and is dedicated to offering luxurious comfort, fine food and personal services to all its guests. The hotel''s 60 bedrooms and suites offer traditional comforts and modern facilities combined with simple touches of elegance.

The Spa at Aghadoe Heights is a wonderful centre for relaxation and rejuvenation. This unique spa experience deals with both the physical requirements, by applying specialist treatments, as well as creating a quiet, warm, peaceful environment in which to escape and unwind.

It is the ideal centre for a relaxing break, whether you plan to tour beautiful Kerry, play championship golf, fish in the lakes, river and sea or just relax amidst the peace and tranquillity of this magnificent location.

 

 
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Adare Manor

County: Limerick

Star: 5

Adare Manor is set amidst 840 acres of rolling countryside and is adjacent to the pretty village of Adare in County Limerick. The estate surrounding the Manor House consists of sweeping parklands, cultivated gardens, magnificent mature trees, and the Maigue, one of Ireland''s best trout rivers. With its woodland setting, beautiful stonework, picturesque thatched cottages and fine broad Main Street, Adare is a very special place.

There are sixty-three bedrooms available in four different categories of room, varying in size and price. The room types include five Dunraven Staterooms, eight staterooms, thirty-four deluxe rooms and sixteen standard rooms. Each room type is available with either one king sized bed or two queen sized beds.

The hotel offers many fine facilities including a magnificent championship golf course, the Adare Manor Equestrian Centre with its scenic and challenging cross-country trail, fine restaurants, bars and more. The luxurious Spa offers a host of luxury health and beauty treatments and boasts an indoor heated swimming pool, saunas and fitness room with state of the art equipment.

 

 
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Moy House

County: Clare

Star: 4

Moy House was originally built in the mid 18th century as home to Sir Augustine Fitzgerald. Commanding breathtaking views over Lahinch Bay, the15-acre estate is enhanced by mature woodland and the meandering River Moy. Sensitive restoration has transformed this Country House and creates a contemporary and eclectic ambience for today''s traveller in search of a tranquil retreat with the warmth of Irish hospitality.

The nine elegant and spacious bedrooms, a number of which have original freestanding cast iron baths, overlook the Atlantic Ocean and provide the perfect retreat for the discerning guest.

The residential ambience is complemented by a number of private spaces throughout the house. Each room is individually designed in a remarkable combination of past and present from the traditional Drawing Room to the lower Library area. A full and extensive breakfast and dinner menu is provided each day in the elegant yet cosy Dining Room offering the best of contemporary Irish Fare.

Overlooking some of the best surfing beaches in Ireland, and within close proximity to both Lahinch and Doonbeg links courses, Moy House is the ideal home from home.

 

 
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Lahinch Golf & Leisure Hotel

County: Clare

Star: 4

The Lahinch Golf & Leisure Hotel is situated on the former site of The Aberdeen Arms Hotel. The property has undergone an extensive renovation, which has transformed the hotel into a luxurious four-star property that is highly anticipated to be a Premier hotel in the Shannon region. Only an hour from Shannon Airport, Lahinch is the perfect spot to explore the unspoilt scenery in the West.

Each of the 60 guestrooms boast King size beds, spacious bathrooms and every convenience for the modern traveller, including Room Service and Turndown Service. Rich fabrics and soft comfortable furnishings, ensure that guests can relax in tranquil surroundings Each luxuriously appointed Two Bedroom Suite, in addition features a full working Kitchen with adjoining Dining Room and a comfortable seating area where you can relax and unwind.

The on-site leisure centre is an oasis of calm, comprising of a 17 meter swimming pool, steam room, and Jacuzzi along with specialized Treatment Rooms, where you can soothe away all your worries & cares. There is also a gym, fully equipped with state of the art equipment. A perfect way to de-stress!

For the discerning golfer, the world famous Lahinch Golf Course is just around the corner and many of the bedrooms have views overlooking Lahinch Golf Course.

The ''Green Bar'' is a warm and cosy oasis where guests can relax in an inviting & friendly atmosphere. Traditional Irish Music, for which West Clare is renowned, is a regular feature in the bar. Located in the lobby, The Coffee Lounge serves gourmet coffees, freshly baked scones, homemade desserts, treats and sandwiches.

The hotel also offers superb cuisine and fine wines in ''Dunes'' Restaurant. Specializing in locally caught seafood and utilizing local ingredients, complemented by a well-chosen wine menu and the highest level of service, ensures you an exceptional culinary experience.

The coastal grandeur and unspoiled greenery of County Clare easily lends itself to the relaxing game of golf. With the world famous Championship Golf Course at Lahinch just minutes away and the Greg Norman Designed Doonbeg Golf Club just a short drive, golf enthusiasts are spoiled for choice.

The Cliffs of Moher are also only a 10-minute drive from the hotel. A visit to Clare would not be complete without exploring the delights of the Burren a great rocky expanse in Ireland''s County Clare and one of the world''s truly unique places. Its ancient, awe inspiring stone structures hold secrets from the past.

The hotel is only a minute’s walk from the blue flag beach at Lahinch where you can partake in surfing, jet skiing and many other water sports.

 

 
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Killarney Royal Hotel

County: Kerry

Star: 4

The Killarney Royal is an exclusive four-star boutique-style hotel and from the moment you arrive you know you are somewhere rather special. The Royal is proud of its reputation as one of the finest hotels in Killarney and the commitment of both management and staff of this really lovely hotel to deliver the very best service is both genuine and absolute.

The Killarney Royal offers guests a choice of luxury accommodation. Guests can choose between Deluxe Single, Deluxe Double, Family room, Deluxe Triple and Junior Suites. Recently refurbished the bedrooms are fully air-conditioned and decorated with beautiful antique fittings. Each room has its own unique features and offers elegant marble bathrooms and sitting areas.

The Killarney Royal is just minutes from all the major attractions of Killarney Town. Killarney Golf Club with its three excellent courses is just a short drive away and like all hotels in Killarney, The Royal acts as the perfect base from which to explore the surrounding area and to take in local attractions such as Muckross House and Gardens, the Lakes of Killarney, Dingle Peninsula, Torc Waterfall, the Ring of Kerry and the Gap of Dunloe.

The warm hospitality will ensure that guests can relax, unwind and savour the hotel''s luxury while planning the day ahead or reflecting on the day just spent.

 

 
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Killarney Plaza Hotel

County: Kerry

Star: 4

Located in the heart of Killarney Town at the gateway to the Ring Of Kerry, there are dozens of great pubs and restaurants within strolling distance of the front door and Killarney National Park and all of its amazing beauty and wealth of amenities are at your disposal.

Guest rooms are stylish, spacious and fully air-conditioned, and the finest wood, fabrics and marble blend to create an air of elegance, convenience, comfort and sophistication. Everything you need to relax is here.

There are three restaurants in the Killarney Plaza Hotel and all feature excellent food made from fresh local produce served with flair. Choose from a gourmet experience in Restaurant Petrus, a stylish restaurant that features global cuisine in a contemporary setting, breakfast or dinner in the warm and relaxed ambiance of Restaurant Grand Pey or a relaxed evening in Mentons here you’ll find wholesome food in simple yet elegant surroundings.

The Killarney Plaza is home to two of Killarney’s best bars: Champers Piano Bar and the truly unique Café Du Parc, which is actually 5 bars spread over 4 levels. Whether you’re in the mood for lively conversation or you would prefer to escape to a quiet corner, you don’t have to leave the hotel.

As a guest, you will receive exclusive membership of the Plaza Leisure Club for the duration of your stay. If you’d like a complete workout or simply want an opportunity to unwind at the end of a busy day, the club has a wide range of facilities including a 15 meter swimming pool, Sauna, Steam Room, and Jacuzzi.

For golfing enthusiasts the Killarney Plaza is a great base for playing Killarney, Dooks, Waterville, Ballybunnion and Tralee.

 

 
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