IN PARTNERSHIP WITH IRELAND’S BLUE BOOK
What better way to celebrate a special Valentine’s Day and beyond than a romantic stay at one of these luxury getaways?
1. Nestled in Crawfordsburn village in Co Down, The Old Inn is close to castles, beaches, forest parks, a Royal Palace and the world’s top links golf course. Dating back to 1614, it’s one of the region’s most historic hotels due in part to its connection to literary icon C.S. Lewis. The aptly-named Love Is Inn The Air package includes an overnight stay, rose petal turndown, bottle of bubbles in your room, full Irish breakfast, three-course Valentine’s dinner, access to the Treetop Spa and 1 hour spa treatment, plus late check-out until noon. Rooms range from Petite (€737.75) to a Junior Suite (€851.72) that features a standalone copper bath for ultimate relaxation.
2. In the heart of Kildare, Cliff at Lyons is a rose-clad country retreat with an artisanal gourmet café, The Pantry, and luxury retail store, CLIFF Home. The Lyons Heart package includes an overnight stay in an idyllic Estate or Lily pond room with a bottle of chilled Prosecco on arrival, and a three-course dinner at the renowned Mill restaurant. A cooked-to-order full Irish breakfast the next morning in The Orangery is also included. A choice of one 30-minute spa treatment per person is part of the experience for two people at the Well in the Garden Spa, in addition to complimentary access to Village Thermal sauna and outdoor jacuzzi. An Estate Room (from €799) enclosed within the Mayors Building and Jolly Angler has floor-to-ceiling velvet-studded walls, while the Estate Suite with classic four-poster bed and lounge area is popular with honeymooners, (from €839); both with walk-in rainfall showers.
3. Dating back to the 16th century and surrounded by unspoiled woodlands, Dromoland Castle is a self-contained world of luxury that was named Ireland’s Leading Green Hotel in 2024. Explore Dromoland’s historical walled gardens, forest trails and a host of countryside pursuits including archery, falconry, yoga or golf at the Championship Parkland Golf Course. The Lovers’ Escape at Ireland’s most romantic castle includes an overnight stay, a pre-dinner glass of Champagne in the Cocktail Bar, and breakfast and dinner in the Earl of Thomond and Terrace Restaurants. Enjoy complimentary access to the award-winning Castle Spa leisure centre and pool, 500 acres of estate grounds, and thousands of magazines and newspapers through PressReader. Availability ranges from Queen Anne rooms (€615), which are a century older than the rest of today’s castle overlooking the garden courtyard, or Signature Suites (€1,595) that are grand in proportion with king beds, a sitting room and dining area.
4. Located on the banks of Lough Ree surrounded by native woodland, Wineport Lodge in Athlone, Co Westmeath – one of Ireland’s Fab 50 Top Places To Stay – offers country walks, bike rides or boat trips on the doorstep. The Cupid’s Bubble Break includes an overnight stay in a luxurious lakeview room (from €485), a bottle of Crémant chilling in your room to be enjoyed with chocolate dipped strawberries on your arrival, a romantic four-course Table d’Hote dinner and breakfast in bed or at the restaurant the next morning. Keep the bubbles flowing in the floating hot tub pontoon with a complimentary glass of Champers, or relax at Cedarwood Spa, the infinity plunge pool and outdoor baths.
5. Found within a private walled garden, Cork’s premier 5-star hotel provides the charm of a country house with all the amenities of Cork city, while popular tourist attractions such as Blarney, Kinsale and Cobh are a short distance away. Hayfield Manor boasts two award-winning restaurants; Perrotts Garden Bistro and Orchids. The 5-Star Valentine offer includes an overnight stay, romantic turndown with bottle of chilled Champagne, chocolate dipped strawberries and a candle, dinner in either signature restaurant and full Irish breakfast. Guests can enjoy exclusive access to The Beautique Spa with pool, outdoor jacuzzi, steam room, gym, and a full range of Elemis Spa Therapy and Cork brand GROUND Wellbeing Rituals. With 25 per cent off, Manor Rooms cost from €469, all the way to the Ford Suite complete with three-piece suite and marble fireplace, from €1,077.
For more information or to purchase gift vouchers, visit irelandsbluebook.com