Last-minute pet friendly hotel deals in Ireland

Amid 16 acres, surrounded by calm woodland slopes on the banks of the River Conwy, this 4-star gold award-winning Victorian country house offers a unique location in the village, with an emphasis on peace and quiet.

Craig-y-Dderwen is a traditional hotel in the small, but popular village of Betws-y-Coed. Just 5-10 minutes' walk from the village centre, Craig-y-Dderwen is the only hotel situated away from its busy main road.

With free parking, this is an excellent place to relax and plan your stay in the Snowdonia National Park.

Most rooms have beautiful views of either the Conwy Valley or the flowing river.

The Riverside Restaurant also overlooks the river and offers AA Rosette-quality cuisine. A choice of bars means you can either relax beside a real log fire, or overlook the 16 acres of hotel grounds.

Located in Tarbert, Stonefield Castle Hotel is on the waterfront, within a 5-minute drive of Loch Fyne and Tarbert Harbour. This hotel is 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from Loch Fyne Gallery and 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from Tarbert Golf Club.

Located in Abergele, The Kinmel & Kinspa is within a 5-minute drive of Pensarn Beach and Abergele Golf Club. This spa hotel is 14.3 mi (23 km) from Eryri National Park and 12.6 mi (20.4 km) from Conwy Castle.

Located in Pembroke, Best Western Lamphey Court Hotel & Spa is within a 10-minute drive of Pembroke Castle and Freshwater East Beach. This eco-friendly hotel is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Pembrokeshire Coast National Park and 9.8 mi (15.8 km) from Tenby Beach.

Located in Llangollen, The Wild Pheasant Hotel & Spa is within a 15-minute walk of Llangollen Bridge and Llangollen Scenic Railway. This spa hotel is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Plas Newydd and 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Pontcysyllte Aquaduct.

With a stay at The Plough Rhosmaen in Llandeilo, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Brecon Beacons National Park and Carreg Cennen. This hotel is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Dinefwr Park & Castle and 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Dinefwr Castle.

Located in Castle Douglas, Cally Palace Hotel & Golf Course is within a 5-minute drive of Cally Gardens and Mill on the Fleet. This golf hotel is 2.3 mi (3.8 km) from Cardoness Castle and 5.9 mi (9.5 km) from Mossyard Beach.

With a stay at Portavadie in Tighnabruaich, you'll be 24.5 mi (39.4 km) from Kilmartin Glen and 26.7 mi (43 km) from Benmore Botanic Garden. This eco-friendly resort is within the region of Inveraray Jail and Inveraray Castle.

Bridgend Hotel is offering accommodation in Bridgend. With free WiFi, this 4-star hotel has a garden and a bar. Free private parking is available and the hotel also offers bike hire for guests who want to explore the surrounding area.

At the hotel, all rooms have a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. All guest rooms will provide guests with a wardrobe and a kettle.

At Bridgend Hotel you will find a restaurant serving British cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and vegan options can also be requested.

Guests at the accommodation will be able to enjoy activities in and around Bridgend, like hiking, fishing and cycling.

Islay Airport is 13 km from the property.

With a stay at Royal Sportsman Hotel in Porthmadog, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Eryri National Park and Ffestiniog & Welsh Highland Railways. This hotel is 13.5 mi (21.8 km) from Yr Wyddfa and 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Welsh Highland Heritage Railway.

This historic, 18th-century townhouse is located in the heart of the harbour town of Kirkcudbright, 15 minutes’ drive from Galloway National Park. It features 2 cosy restaurants and a bar.

All of the bright, warmly furnished rooms at the Selkirk Arms Hotel offer private bathrooms, TVs, and free Wi-Fi. Each room is individually furnished in its own style, and some rooms include comfortable leather sofas or chairs.

Guests at the Selkirk Arms can enjoy fine food and wine at Aristas restaurant, or relax by the open fire with local real ales. The bistro offers fresh, hearty food from local ingredients.

Free parking is available at the Selkirk Arms, and Threave Castle is a 15-minute drive away. The 63-acre Threave Gardens are also 15 minutes away by car. Kirkcudbright Golf Club is just 15 minutes away on foot.

Crinan Hotel is located in Crinan, 36 miles from Oban and 31 miles from Inveraray. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant. Free private parking is available on site.

Crinan Hotel features free WiFi .

There is room service at the property.

Dunoon is 70 miles from Crinan Hotel, while Furnace is 40 miles from the property. Glasgow Airport is 86 miles away.

With a stay at The Groes Inn in Conwy, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Eryri National Park and Conwy Castle. This luxury inn is 19.8 mi (31.9 km) from Zip World Penrhyn Quarry and 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Conwy Water Gardens.

The Dunoon is an award-winning hotel of antiques and oak panels: elegant and stylish, warm and intimate, where the service is personal and attentive, rather than fussy and overbearing.

The owners' ethos shows in the individuality and quality of its bedrooms, and in the attention to detail and appreciation of the understated luxuries that separate the grand from the bland: crisp Egyptian cotton bed-linen, fluffy white towels and Molton Brown toiletries in every bathroom.

Situated in Aberdyfi, 2.3 km from Aberdyfi Beach, Trefeddian Hotel features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. Featuring a restaurant, the property also has a bar, as well as an indoor pool and a hot tub. The accommodation provides room service and a 24-hour front desk for guests.

Free WiFi is accessible to all guests, while some rooms also boast a balcony.

Guests at the hotel can enjoy a Full English/Irish breakfast.

Trefeddian Hotel offers a children's playground. You can play billiards, table tennis and mini-golf at this 4-star hotel, and the area is popular for hiking.

Aberystwyth Golf Club is 48 km from the accommodation, while Clarach Bay is 47 km from the property.

When you stay at The Waterside Hotel in West Kilbride, you'll be on the beach, within a 5-minute drive of Craft Town Scotland and Ardneil Bay. This beach hotel is 3.4 mi (5.4 km) from Portencross Castle and 3.9 mi (6.2 km) from Geronimo Sailing Ltd.

With a stay at Min Y Mor Hotel in Barmouth, you'll be on the beach, steps from Barmouth Beach and a 4-minute drive from Eryri National Park. This beach hotel is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Dinas Oleu and 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Ty Crwyn.

Located in Islay Island, Another Place, The Machrie is within a 10-minute drive of Ardmore Islands and Kildalton Chapel. This golf hotel is 5.6 mi (9.1 km) from Laphroaig Distillery and 6.4 mi (10.4 km) from Lagavulin Distillery.

When you stay at Riverside Lodge Hotel in Irvine, you'll be near the airport, within a 5-minute drive of Vennel Gallery and Dundonald Links. This hotel is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Glasgow Gailes and 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Scottish Maritime Museum.

• Family rooms with bunk beds
• Close to North Pier and Blackpool Tower
• Spa and 24-hour gym

Family stays in Blackpool are easy and affordable with the Grand Hotel Blackpool. Formerly the Blackpool Hilton Hotel, this place has a prime spot on Blackpool’s popular seaside promenade. So you’re granted quick (20 minutes’ walk, to be precise) access to North Pier, Blackpool Tower and the famous Blackpool Illuminations.

There are room options for all sorts of travellers. You can book sea-view rooms, a suite with a separate living area, or family rooms. The latter comes with either sofa beds or bunk beds for the kids. Talking of kids, they’ve got their own menu in the restaurant, which lines up views out over the promenade. It deals in breakfast and dinner, but you can grab a snack in between from the Lounge Bar. Or a nightcap or two – depending on how you roll.

When you’re not out sightseeing, there’s a health club with a 24-hour gym and a spa. At the spa, you can relax in a heated indoor pool, sauna or steam room. For business trips, there’s a whole centre with 11 meeting rooms and free Wi-Fi.