Ireland B&B Experience with Castle Stay
Create your own Irish adventure with B&B stays
Enjoy Ireland from the comfort of authentic Irish Bed and Breakfasts! Choose your favorites and use your rental car to explore destinations from ancient ruins to imposing cathedrals. You'll end your trip in opulence with a stay in at Dunboyne Castle in Meath.
What's Included
- Round-trip economy class airfare to Dublin (DUB)
- Manual shift economy car rental for duration
- 4 nights at the Bed & Breakfast of your choice throughout Ireland
- 1 night in Meath at Dunboyne Castle Hotel, without breakfast
Great Ways to Explore
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Discover viking ruins and ancient fortresses!
- The freedom of a self-drive vacation allows you to explore the scenic Irish countryside and create your own itinerary.
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Select our upgrade and add admission to the Cliffs of Moher, Bunratty Castle & Folk Park, Blarney Castle and more!
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Take a photo at the Cliffs of Moher, Ireland's most visited "end-of-the-world" cliffs.
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Sip a Guinness in Dublin at the Gravity Bar!
Fly into Dublin, Ireland and begin your Irish getaway! You will experience the warmth and comfort of an Irish Bed & Breakfast. With hundreds to choose from all across Ireland you will be sure to find one that will fit all your needs.
You’ll complete this vacation package in County Meath at a castle hotel set on 21-acres of manicured lawns and for the former home of a Lord of Dunboyne. This opulent property exudes grace and elegance in every way possible, and be within a short drive to some of the gems of Ireland's Ancient East!
Please note that some recommendations in the following suggested itinerary may not be included in your package. Check What's Included above for full details on inclusions.
Enhance your vacation with:
For $99 per person, add the following to your vacation:
- Breakfast at Dunboyne Castle Hotel
- Admission to Cliffs of Moher
- Admission to the Guinness Storehouse
- Admission to Bunratty Castle & Folk Park
- Admission to Blarney Castle
- Admission to Kilkenny Castle
- Round-trip economy class airfare to Dublin (DUB)
- Manual shift economy car rental for duration
- 4 nights at the Bed & Breakfast of your choice throughout Ireland
- 1 night in Meath at Dunboyne Castle Hotel, without breakfast
-
Discover viking ruins and ancient fortresses!
- The freedom of a self-drive vacation allows you to explore the scenic Irish countryside and create your own itinerary.
-
Select our upgrade and add admission to the Cliffs of Moher, Bunratty Castle & Folk Park, Blarney Castle and more!
-
Take a photo at the Cliffs of Moher, Ireland's most visited "end-of-the-world" cliffs.
-
Sip a Guinness in Dublin at the Gravity Bar!
Fly into Dublin, Ireland and begin your Irish getaway! You will experience the warmth and comfort of an Irish Bed & Breakfast. With hundreds to choose from all across Ireland you will be sure to find one that will fit all your needs.
You’ll complete this vacation package in County Meath at a castle hotel set on 21-acres of manicured lawns and for the former home of a Lord of Dunboyne. This opulent property exudes grace and elegance in every way possible, and be within a short drive to some of the gems of Ireland's Ancient East!
Please note that some recommendations in the following suggested itinerary may not be included in your package. Check What's Included above for full details on inclusions.
Enhance your vacation with:
For $99 per person, add the following to your vacation:
- Breakfast at Dunboyne Castle Hotel
- Admission to Cliffs of Moher
- Admission to the Guinness Storehouse
- Admission to Bunratty Castle & Folk Park
- Admission to Blarney Castle
- Admission to Kilkenny Castle
Day 1. Welcome to Dublin!
Upon arrival you will collect your rental car at the airport and take off to your first destination.
The first four nights of your vacation will be spent at the Irish Bed & Breakfast of your choice! Choose from hundreds of properties throughout Ireland. It is highly recommended to book your stay prior to your departure date to ensure you are accommodated at your first choice Bed & Breakfast. Having a local host is beneficial in many ways. They can help you with directions, or suggest different places to visit around their home.
A Tip For Your Trip: Keep in mind that you will be driving on the opposite side of the road so always proceed with caution!
Check-in - Ireland Bed and Breakfast
Staying in an Ireland Bed and Breakfast offers travelers the complete flexibility of creating their own itinerary. You must select your accommodations ahead of time. To ensure the best availability, it's recommended that you pre-book your B&Bs as far in advance as possible. Enjoy your choice of accommodations from small towns to quaint villages to countryside manors.
All Irish B&B's pride themselves on providing their guests with a fresh, home-cooked breakfast each morning and quality accommodations that cater to every need. Draw on the local knowledge, personal touch and warm welcome of your Irish hosts. Learn about all the best local restaurants, pubs, shops, attractions and activities. Your hosts specialize in the best services available from golf to walking tours of the area, to adventure breaks and much more.
Why Stay in a B&B?
- Most bed and breakfasts are owned by the B&B operators themselves, who usually live on the premises. It's natural to expect that B&B operators who live in their own B&B's will bring a different perspective to the job.
- At B&B's, "customers" are truly guests, and it shows. The B&B owners will gladly help you find the best restaurant in town, the best pubs, point you to the best tourist attractions and local amenities and much much more. Many B&B's depend on word-of-mouth recommendations.
Combine those two factors and it's easy to see why B&B owners go out of their way to make sure your stay provides some great memories of Ireland.
*B&B check-in is between 3:00pm and 6:00pm..
Day 2. Ireland Bed & Breakfast
Depending on your Bed & Breakfast selection, your itinerary will change. We suggest a stay in Cork, the sunny city in the south. You'll find an old world charm throughout this historic city with some of the country's most welcoming locals. Spend a morning exploring the English Market, where people will come to do their shopping. Mingle with the people of Cork and get a better understanding of the city's personality.
Day 3. Ireland Bed & Breakfast
Waterford is another fantastic destination in the southeast. Founded by Vikings, Waterford has a lovingly-preserved heritage coupled with a modern flair. The pedestrian-friendly streets offer shopping, restaurants, traditional Irish pubs and more.
Day 4. Ireland Bed & Breakfast
For your final night in a warm Irish B&B, we recommend a location closer to Dublin so you can get a taste of the capital. Dublin is celebrated as a cosmopolitan hub with a range of cultural and historic activities to choose from. Visit Trinity College, the Guinness Storehouse or maybe catch a Gaelic football game!
Day 5. Ireland Bed & Breakfast - Meath
After driving the leafy roads of Ireland through lush rolling valleys and past the monasteries, castles, fortresses, you will arrive at the 4-star Dunboyne Castle Hotel. This dazzling property will amaze you from the inside out.
Unwind, then embark on an adventure discovering the nearby prehistoric higlights, from Stone Age Newgrange to the Neolithic passage grave of Knowth.
Check-in - Dunboyne Castle Hotel & Spa
With a sophisticated combination of traditional old-world opulence and contemporary design, Dunboyne Castle Hotel & Spa sets a new precedent and fresh interpretation for hotels around Ireland. As one of the leading 4-star hotels in Ireland, Dunboyne Castle Hotel & Spa features unique attributes that emphasize the beauty of its estate. Standing on 21 acres of mature manicured lawns and gardens, the hotel's most unique attribute is the peaceful oasis it offers guests, while also being located in such close proximity to Dublin's city center and surrounding golf courses.
The hotel is situated on the grounds of a former castle; the original castle was destroyed during the Cromwellian invasion of Ireland. The 18th-century Georgian house that we see today is at the heart of the hotel, blending seamlessly with the stylish, modern bedrooms and restaurant in the contemporary wing. The historic mansion, once home to the Lord of Dunboyne, today serves as one of Ireland's foremost exclusive hotels on Dublin's doorstep.
Its 145 large, comfortable rooms boast free WiFi, air-conditioning, HD TV, and much more. Relax at Seoid, meaning jewel in Irish, the decadent on-site spa. Unwind in the crystal steam room, enjoy an herbal sauna, pamper yourself with a mud treatment, and more. Take a stroll through the lavish garden, then indulge in a delicious meal at the Ivy Restaurant. Feast your eyes on its carefully prepared seasonal menu, then taste the award-winning flavors of the in-house chefs, who've earned 2 AA Rosettes from 2013 to date.
Day 6. Depart Dublin
Today you will depart Ireland. You'll fly out of Dublin airport (DUB).
Fly home!
We have selected the most economical flight schedule for you. Please note that shorter and more convenient flight options may be available at an additional cost.
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