NO HOLIDAY PLANS YET? TRY SOME SUPERSTAR STAYCATIONS
WHEN the weather is this good, there’s nowhere most of us would rather be than in Ireland.
In fact, A-list celebrity Katy Holmes will testify that Ireland looks gorgeous in the sunshine after she dropped into Dublin a couple of days ago. And with Harry and Meghan arriving hot on her heels, it looks like our little country is the ideal spot for a glamourous break.
There are some great getaways being offered at the minute in fabulous five-star hotels all over the country, including one of the places Kanye West and Kim Kardashian stayed in during their honeymoon here.
Cork’s sumptuous Castlemartyr Resort is the ideal spot to make like a reality TV queen — even if you are booking one room rather than the whole resort.
You’ve got the option of hotel stays and luxury self-catering, perfect for relaxed and luxurious summer holidays.
Castlemartyr has accommodation starting at €199 per night, with family suites available in the main hotel, as well as the gorgeous Walled Garden lodges set within the historic original walled gardens of the estate.
A two-night stay in the luxurious hotel, including bed and breakfast plus dinner on one evening for the family in Franchini’s, a family pass to Fota Wildlife Park or Leahy’s Open Farm, a kids activity pack and milk and homemade cookies at bedtime starts at €265 per night, based on a two night stay, with reduced rates for additional nights.
For the self catering option, three-night stays in a two-bedroom Walled Garden lodge start at €199 per night. For more details see castlemartyrresort.ie.
Alternatively, take a leaf out of Queen Victoria’s book and head for the stunning surroundings of Muckross Park Hotel and Spa.
The five-star destination hotel in the heart of Killarney National Park, is offering a mid-week bed and breakfast package for just €120 per person sharing.
Guests can enjoy unlimited access to the spa’s vitality pool and thermal suite and take a dip in the outdoor hot tub.
Free bike hire is also included so that you can set off for a leisurely day to explore the many local attractions, such as Torc Waterfall and Muckross House.
For further information email reservations@muckrosspark.com or call the hotel on 064 6623400.