Curated family friendly hotels in Ireland

Located in Castlemartyr, Castlemartyr Resort is in a rural location, within a 15-minute drive of Ballymaloe House Cookery School and Jameson Experience. This golf hotel is 7.8 mi (12.5 km) from Ballynamona Beach and 9.6 mi (15.5 km) from Ballycotton Cliff Walk.

The Killarney Park is centrally located in Killarney – a 3-minute walk from Killarney National Park and 12 minutes by foot from St. Mary's Cathedral. This family-friendly hotel is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Killarney Race Course and 1 mi (1.6 km) from INEC Killarney.

When you a stay at Trump Turnberry in Girvan, you'll be by the sea, within a 5-minute walk of Turnberry Golf Club and Turnberry Resort Golf Courses. This beach hotel is 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from Culzean Country Park and 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Scottish Maritime Museum.

With a stay at The Dunloe Hotel & Gardens in Dunloe Lower, you'll be next to a golf course, within a 5-minute drive of Killarney National Park and Dunloe Golf Course. This family-friendly hotel is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from O'Sullivan's Cascade and 1.8 mi (3 km) from Lough Leane.

The 5-star Dunloe Hotel & Gardens overlooks the Gap of Dunloe. It boasts a 25-metre pool, sauna, steam room, and indoor Nintendo Wii games room. Guests can enjoy free horse riding and indoor tennis, along with a fine casual dining restaurant overlooking the Gap of Dunloe.

The beautifully furnished rooms at Dunloe Hotel & Gardens are spacious and feature satellite TVs and large bathrooms. Most have balconies with garden or countryside views.

The restaurant serves fine cuisine and guests can choose from the à la carte menu and can sample the wines bought straight from the vineyard.

Lesiure facilities include an indoor pool, sauna and a steam room. Boating is available on the River Laune and Rossbeigh beach are a short drive from the hotel. An outdoor children’s playground is also available.

Set in 64 acres of parkland, the hotels sub tropical gardens hide the ruins of the old medieval castle.

With a stay at The Fitzwilliam Hotel Belfast, you'll be centrally located in Belfast, within a 5-minute drive of Titanic Belfast and Crown Liquor Saloon. This luxury hotel is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Spires Mall and Conference Centre and 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Crumlin Road Gaol Belfast.

On the shores of Lough Lein overlooking 26,000 acres of National Parkland, the 5-star Europe Hotel & Resort boasts 180 spacious rooms and suites and a 50,000 sq. ft. luxury spa.

With views of the lake or natural views of the gardens, each room includes satellite TV, free Wi-Fi, Nespresso Coffee Machine and an in-Room Tablet. Guests can relax in cosy bathrobes and slippers with an electronic minibar. Most rooms include large balconies.

ESPA at The Europe is a sumptuous spa, spread over 2 levels with magnificent views of the mountains and lakes. This luxurious spa boasts 16 treatment rooms, many relaxation areas, heat experiences, lifestyle showers, saltwater pool, indoor swimming pool, indoor & outdoor vitality pool and a modern state-of-the-art gym.

Killarney Golf Club is located adjacent to the hotel, and free horse-riding is available throughout the hotel’s grounds. The hotel can arrange pony treks through the nearby Killarney National Park. Fishing and boating is available on the lake from the hotel’s private pier at an additional cost.

The Panorama Restaurant features views of Killarney’s lakes and mountains, serving a range of fine cuisine. The Brasserie Restaurant serves flame grilled dishes, while Riva offers light Mediterranean cuisine.

With a stay at Talbot Hotel Wexford in Wexford, you'll be a 2-minute walk from Quayfront Walkway and 5 minutes by foot from Wexford Harbour. This golf hotel is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Franciscan Friary and 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Wexford Opera House.

A stay at Great Southern Killarney places you in the heart of Killarney, within a 10-minute walk of Killarney National Park and Speir Bhean Monument. This family-friendly hotel is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Killarney House Gardens and 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Cinema Killarney.

With a stay at Dingle Skellig Hotel & Peninsula Spa in Dingle, you'll be within a 10-minute walk of Greenlane Gallery and Phoenix Cinema. This family-friendly hotel is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Dingle Harbour and 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Ballyavenooragh.

When you stay at Castle Hotel Macroom in Macroom, you'll be 5 minutes by foot from Macroom Castle. This family-friendly hotel is 23.4 mi (37.7 km) from University College Cork and 24.5 mi (39.5 km) from Blarney Castle.

With a stay at The Maryborough Hotel and Spa in Douglas, you'll be next to a golf course, within a 10-minute drive of University College Cork and Douglas Golf Club. This family-friendly hotel is 12.2 mi (19.6 km) from Blarney Castle and 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Pairc Ui Rinn.

A stay at Actons Hotel places you in the heart of Kinsale, within a 10-minute walk of Kinsale Regional Museum and Courthouse and Saint Multose Church. This family-friendly hotel is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Desmond Castle and 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from Kinsale Rugby Club.

When you stay at Ferrycarrig Hotel in Ferrycarrig, you'll be on the waterfront, within a 5-minute drive of Irish National Heritage Park and Glengary Links. This family-friendly hotel is 14.5 mi (23.4 km) from Rosslare Europort and 2.1 mi (3.5 km) from Wexford General Hospital.

When you stay at Clanree Hotel & Leisure Centre in Letterkenny, you'll be near the airport, within a 5-minute drive of Letterkenny Golf Club and The Seascape Spa. This spa hotel is 2 mi (3.2 km) from Donegal County Museum and 5.3 mi (8.5 km) from Newmills Corn and Flax Mills.

With a stay at Fairfield House - Ayr in Ayr, you'll be on the riverwalk, just a 5-minute walk from Rozelle Park and 5 minutes by foot from LA Bowl. This beach hotel is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from The Low Green and 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Wellington Square.

Located in Cork, The Kingsley is within a 15-minute drive of University College Cork and Blarney Castle. This spa hotel is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Cork County Hall and 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Daly's Bridge.

Located in Bantry, Westlodge Hotel is by the sea, within a 5-minute drive of Bantry House and Wolfe Tone Square. This family-friendly hotel is 3.1 mi (5 km) from Bantry Bay Golf Club and 5.3 mi (8.6 km) from Dunmanus Bay.

• Views of the water
• 9-hole golf course
• Spa

Redcastle Hotel, in County Donegal, has one of the most scenic settings around. It’s pulled up to the shores of the Lough Foyle on the Inishowen Peninsula. And there are sea-view rooms, or balcony rooms, to make the most of the panoramas. There’s a private nine-hole parkland golf course in front of the property, adding to the striking outlook.

You can take in views of the golf greens and Lough Foyle from the Captain’s Bar. It’s a top spot for casual dining and drinks, serving the likes of stone-baked pizzas, fish and chips and burgers. But The Edge Restaurant is a sound choice for seasonal, fresh meals. The views are to die for and it’s even won Ulster Hotel Restaurant of the Year.

The spa and leisure centre has all the works, from a pool, sauna and steam room to a gym with state-of-the-art fitness equipment. Pampering-wise, you can book in for treatments using organic VOYA products. And, when you fancy venturing out, Leisureland Redcastle amusement park is just across the water for a fun day out.

Located in Narberth, Grove of Narberth is within a 10-minute drive of Pembrokeshire Coast National Park and Folly Farm Adventure Park and Zoo. This luxury hotel is 8 mi (12.8 km) from Carew Castle and 10.3 mi (16.5 km) from Tenby Golf Club.