Doolin Hotels – 3 Great Hotels To Visit In Ireland

The majority of independent Doolin hotels have been able to survive both the recession and the onslaught of the larger chains that are entering the hotel market in Ireland. The three hotels selected here exhibit the very best in service, great cuisine and panoramic views of all the hotels in Doolin.

The 19 room Aran View House Hotel is possibly the most recognizable hotels in the village as its hilltop location makes it visible all over town. The hotel’s perched location also gives it the best views out to the Aran Islands, from which the hotel took its name.

This Georgian country house has been renovated several times over the last two decades and still retains a lot of its traditional country charm. The guest rooms have high ceilings, ornate plasterwork and many other period features that combine well with the comfortable furnishings and crisp modern en-suites. The hotel’s restaurant is popular with guests and locals from the area (which is a seal of approval for any hotel restaurant) and their bar plays host in summer to musical entertainment in the form of traditional Irish musicians.

The Ballyvara Guest House is unique to the area, in terms of guest houses, as it was specifically built as a guest-house with an eclectic mix of room styles. This includes two studios, family rooms, quad rooms, luxury doubles and the ubiquitous twin and double rooms.

All rooms are appointed with modern amenities with the luxury suites also having spa baths and king size beds. The 2 studio apartment have their own kitchenette making them perfect for families and groups wishing to partake of self-catering. The addition of a pool room and tennis courts which can be used by all guests means there is no end to the number of activities nearby.

Finally, the Tir Gan Ean House Hotel is quite unique in its Celtic architecture and interior design. The hotel could almost be termed as a boutique hotel thanks to the 12 high-tech guest rooms that each feature plasma TVs, air-conditioning and ultra modern en-suites.

The hotel’s own restaurant and bar has a good mix of Irish and European style dishes available. In the mornings, the breakfast buffet is also surprising given the huge range of choices on offer with everything from scrambled eggs with salmon to pancakes and maple syrup (a breakfast rarity in Irish terms).

In many Doolin hotels and guest houses, visitors can expect to experience a warm friendly welcome along with some spectacular scenic views. This brief list brings a small selection of the hotels in Doolin that are rightly popular for providing comfort and modern amenities against the back-drop of this lovely Irish town.

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