Places to stay in Ireland | Self Catering, Hotels, B&Bs | Sawday's

Roaring Water Bay
Ballydehob, Co. Cork
From €71 p/n
Self-catering
1 place for 4
Books, meadow flowers, a rocking chair by a cosy fire at this treasure-trove cottage of beautiful things - down tiny lanes in west Cork
Williamstadt House
Williamstown, Co. Clare
From €350 p/n
Self-catering
1 place for 8
Escape to the Lough Derg Lakelands and discover Ireland’s Hidden Heartlands. Large forested estate, walks, kayaking and riding trails galore
Ghan House
Carlingford, Co. Louth
From €85 p/n
Hotel
12 rooms for 1 - 2
Choose the quirky, atmospheric family house or the new annexe: Paul will make you feel genuinely welcome, and provide delicious dinners
Picín
Caherdaniel, Co. Kerry
From €100 p/n
Bed & Breakfast
1 room for 2
Your own rustic-chic cottage, with a velvet antique sofa and a wood-burner in the bathroom - lit on arrival. Beautiful, original, enticing!
The Cottages
Bettystown, Co. Meath
From €112 p/n
Self-catering
6 places for 2 - 6
Fall asleep to the sound of the sea in your dreamy thatched cottage, one of 6, right on the beach for those head-clearing walks...
Brook Lane Hotel
Kenmare, Co. Kerry
From €105 p/n
Hotel
20 rooms for 2
A traditional Irish welcome, sumptuous rooms and good banter close to fine walks in the Ring of Kerry. Breakfast is laid-back and delicious
Knockeven House
Cobh, Co. Cork
From €120 p/n
Bed & Breakfast
4 rooms for 2
Regal interiors at reasonable prices. Pam’s hospitality is heartwarming - flowers fill the sitting room, breakfast is sumptuous
Dereenaraig
Castlecove, Co. Kerry
From €57 p/n
Self-catering
1 place for 6
In tranquil countryside close to the Ring of Kerry, a rustic farmhouse with wonderful stargazing and brilliant walks starting from the door
The Anglers Return
Co. Galway
From €110 p/n
Bed & Breakfast
3 rooms for 2 - 3
Fresh, simple country charm - pretty rooms with enchanting river views, freshly baked bread for breakfast... Beautiful, fragrant gardens
Lime Kiln House
Newport, Co. Mayo
From €357 p/n
Self-catering
1 place for 13
Countryside and seaside all in one go – what could be more inspiring? Lovely Louisa lives down the road, on hand if you need her
The Artists’ Cottage & Studio
Bantry, Co. Cork
From €71 p/n
Self-catering
2 places for 4 - 5
Sheep's Head Way is reputedly one of the best walks in Ireland. Come back to roaring fires, Rayburns, art and style - terrific restorations
Mount Cashel Lodge
Co. Clare
From €115 p/n
Self-catering
3 places for 5 - 9
A jetty on the lake, a paddock with donkeys, BBQs, babysitting and peace at these pretty lodges around a courtyard; a very comfy stables too
Courtyard Cottage
Askeaton, Co. Limerick
From €100 p/n
Bed & Breakfast
2 rooms for 4
A swish, beautifully converted cow shed (choose B&B or s-c) in the heart of farming country invites you to unwind. Outside, 500 acres call
South Aran House & Restaurant
Co. Galway
From €84 p/n
Hotel
4 rooms for 2
Escape to a tiny Aran island of seals, birds and rich Irish history. Feast on Enda and Maria's fish pie; sleep in spotless, homely rooms
Gregans Castle Hotel
Ballyvaughan, Co. Clare
From €240 p/n
Hotel
20 rooms for 2
Your energetic young hosts are still updating here, giving a friendly mix of antique and modern, creative organic food and a lovely garden
The Castle
Co. Cork
From £100 p/n
Bed & Breakfast
7 rooms for 2
A 17th-Century Irish castle on the water’s edge. Watch the yachts from your bedroom, join local wine nights, discover the rich history
Dolphin Beach House
Clifden, Co. Galway
From €55 p/n
Bed & Breakfast
8 rooms for 1 - 2
What a spot! Bang on the edge of the Atlantic with views to die for and loads of activities - go fishing, hiking, riding or put your feet up
Breac.House
Dunfanaghy, Co. Donegal
From €275 p/n
Bed & Breakfast
3 rooms for 2
Staggering views fill this design-driven Donegal escape. Walk wild Atlantic routes, taste the terroir & seaweed-steam your cares away