Choosing Accommodation in Ireland
Picking the Best Places to Stay in Ireland
There are a wide variety of accommodation types in Ireland, from self catering and bed and breakfast to country houses and hotels, the best of which easily meet the highest international standards.
Mostly you get what you pay for, but each accommodation category has both good and bad within it - the trick is to know before you book how to pick a good one in your price range.
Our accommodation reviews, which are completely independent and impartial, will help but before booking have a look at what you can expect in each type of lodging, what to look out for and how much, on average, you can expect to pay.
What Sort of Accommodation is Right for You?
Hotels
Quality ranges from superb to barely adequate and the difference is not always down to price.
Cost: Wide range, from €50-€500 per night.
Choosing a Hotel >>
Castles and Great Houses
Definitely pricy but with luxury as standard and a special experience guaranteed.
Cost: €150-€500
Choosing a Castle >>
Manor & Country Houses
Historic buildings and traditional hospitality but be prepared for quirkiness.
Cost: €75-€200
Choosing a Country House >>
Guesthouses
The best are as good as or better than hotels for the money. The worst? Well, just be careful!
Cost: €50-€120
Choosing a Guesthouse >>
Bed & Breakfast
In family homes and good value but standards vary enormously.
Cost: €35-€60
Choosing a B&B >>
Hostels
Rock bottom prices and not just for backpackers, many have good quality double and family rooms too.
Cost: €15-€25
Choosing a Hostel >>
Self-Catering
Range from city apartments to country cottages. Often available only on a weekly basis in high season.
Cost: €300-€1200 per week.
Choosing Self Catering >>
Accommodation Reviews
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