EMBRACE HERITAGE IN IRELAND AT FAIRMONT CARTON HOUSE

Always fancied a high-end holiday in the Emerald Isle? The first Fairmont hotel in Ireland is set to debut later this year after a multi-million euro refurbishment with the signing of Carton House. Located just 20 minutes from Dublin in Maynooth, County Kildare, Carton House is one of Ireland's most historic country houses.

The Carton estate dates back to 1176, then part of the Maynooth estate belonging to the Fitzgerald family, one of the most influential families in Irish history. The house itself was built in 1739, making it the oldest Fairmont proper ty globally.

Fairmont Carton House will offer 170 bedrooms and suites, two 18hole championship golf courses and expansive wellness facilities. Food and beverage offerings comprise a lobby bar and three restaurants including The Carriage House golf club restaurant and a specialty restaurant within the Manor House. Once you’ve lived out your period drama fantasies strolling through the gardens, see the sights and do some shopping in Dublin. fairmont.com