We were greeted by Joan. She did not give the typical friendly Irish reception. When we chose to…read morenot eat at the hotel's restaurant, she told us we would be disappointed, but not in a fun way. Our room had two nonworking lamps, which turned into three nonworking lamps. She brought us two different lamps that did work, but it would've been nice to have the third one. She said, "You like your lamps, do you?" Bathroom garbage had been left from previous guests. Street traffic and party revelers awakened me late into the wee hours of the morning. Not my favorite stay in Ireland.

Nobody there to help us bring bags in when we got there. We bought some cheese in Galway and were…read morenot allowed to eat it in the bar EVEN THOUGH THEY WERENT OFFERING FOOD ANYMORE THAT DAY. So, our group had to venture to a nearby pub to order some food. We brought back takeout for a couple of young parents in our group that stayed behind with their baby. THEY WERE THEN BANISHED TO THE SITTING ROOM TO EAT THEIR TAKEOUT. Again, nobody was allowed to bring a morsel of food into their bar that was NOT serving food. There was hardly anyone there!! Just not a warm first impression. We were exhausted and starving, and that was a dumb rule. The woman at the front desk was not particularly pleasant, and she was also the bartender. Our room was sub par, cigarette burns in the tub. No extra toilet paper in the room when we ran out. And the broken thermostat was blinking the whole stay, begging for a filter change...gross. The china was also dirty at breakfast. The only pluses I will give to this place: the sitting and dining rooms were decorated well and the OTHER staff (NOT the receptionist/bartender) were pleasant. Owner also seemed nice.

This being the last stop of the trip, it was an absolute perfect ending. Tucked away, quiet and…read moreaway from it all, but excellent proximity to Shannon airport, about 10 miles or so, and makes it a must stay in preparation for the flight home. The farmhouse sits in a rural field, surrounded by Thoroughbreds and miniature horses. I didn't see any obvious signs, so it's unclear if one can visit or get close to the animals. The farmhouse has been built up over the centuries, and the owners Niall and Gillian Ennis manage the entire operation. Niall's skills in the kitchen are superb, I would highly recommend a dinner date or a simple stay-cation here. Ireland's beautiful green is due to the misty, rainy weather, so do take care and watch your step on external stairs or paths that sometimes become slick and mossy. Our 2-bedroom suite was accessible from just outside the main building - it would be perfect for a small family. Don't leave without having a sip of the famous Irish Gin and tonic made with The Pig's Elbow gin and tonic, delicious!

The Carrygerry Country House is a fantastic place to stay if you are in the Shannon area. It is…read moreabout a 10 min drive from Shannon Airport. It is surrounded by beautiful fields and there are sheep and horses you see grazing and resting. The innkeeper Gillian, is very kind and helpful. My flight got in early and she allowed me to drop my bags off and have breakfast before I went off to explore. The bed is so comfy. The room I am in is very nice. I highly recommend Carrygerry Country House for a stay. You won't be disappointed.

Once upon a time, this Faerie Queen arrived for the long Easter holiday. The rooms are nice, the…read morebeds comfortable (except for the not-good pillows), and the pub was warm and cozy. We enjoyed the buffet breakfast, too. This makes arriving in Shannon so easy. It is literally right across the street from the airport- you can walk (5 min. Max)! The surprising bit was there was no airplane noise. Quiet and comfortable. The end.

We flew into Shannon, Ireland on June 12, 2025 and spent two nights at this hotel before our…read morecottage was ready on Saturday, the 14th. We also spent one more night there on Saturday, the 21st. before our flight home on June 22, 2025. Inside the hotel is the Blair Bar (the bar opens at 1230). We had lunch and dinner in the bar and of course, had a couple of Guinness and Smithwicks (which locals pronounce Smittics). The service was great and the food selection was good and the food was good. Great bar/restaurant inside the hotel, which by the way is a short walking distance from the Shannon airport.

Stay in a castle feel like royalty for a few days Old castle…read morenew amenities and great service and spectacular food And great golf course too

We just got back from a week at Dromoland castle for my daughter's wedding. Our experience there…read moregreatly exceeded expectations. The wedding could not have gone better. The event space was beautiful. We were blown away by the food at dinner the evening before and at the wedding reception. Our friends are still talking about the risotto, beef Wellington and the fillet. It's rare to experience fine dining at an event, but that's exactly what was provided for us. Our family has traveled extensively. We can happily report that Dromoland is the best overall experience that we have ever had in a hotel. The castle and grounds are gorgeous and meticulously maintained. Most historic hotels have fusty guest rooms. Dromoland had modern, luxurious rooms with state of the art fittings. Everything in the rooms was great, but the beds and showers were world class. Our guests were raving about their accommodations. The common areas were fun to spend time in. The live music was a treat. The food at the castle is by far the best food we had in Ireland. It would hold its own against any fine dining establishment. The bride and groom had an amazing dinner in the Earl of Thomond restaurant. I had the best fish and chips of my life in the Gallery and was pleased to quaff my first pint of Guinness in Ireland at the cocktail bar. Breakfast was an event in itself. The food and service were amazing. We commandeered a large table and spent a couple of hours every morning with a rotating cast of family and friends. The excellent staff took it all in stride. The activities were great- my family was captivated by the falconry. Jane's hotel tour was a lot of fun. One friend played an enjoyable round of golf and our kids tried skeet shooting- all were very happy. Many of us had excursions organized by Dromoland. The drivers were courteous and knowledgeable. The thing that sets Dromoland apart from every other hotel that we have ever stayed at is the level of service. The staff are charming and amazingly helpful. They often anticipated our needs. The attention to detail was awesome. The rooms and common areas were meticulously clean. Turndown service was lovely. The housekeeping staff would even tidy up chargers and cords when they made their rounds. The wedding and our extended stay at Dromoland was a peak experience for our family and friends. We can't recommend the castle highly enough. We should have stayed a few more days just to relax.

This an amazing hotel and conference center! I love the decor!…read more The restaurant is great! Staff is friendly and helpful! Our room is great....we're down a smoking hall area (lots of MJ that I am allergic too)...but I brought migraine and asthma medicine to help with my reactions to it. The other hallway that the rest of my family is down is a non smoking hallway and its wonderful! Update: The breakfast is one of the best I have had in Ireland! Honestly, the only thing keeping me away from a 5 star review is the MJ hall I have to transport through to get to my room. My room is well vented so, the smell doesnt permeate the room...just the hallway and whichever rooms folks are smoking it in. Thank God for the fan in the closet!

Ive eaten here a few times and I enjoyed the food. The staff seem very friendly. I don't know what…read moreit's like to stay at though

Visiting on business, this is a beautiful elegant old jewel directly next to the castle and several…read moreof the best pubs including the original Durty Nelly's just next to the castle. Check inn was quick in a gorgeous large open welcome sitting areas with fireplace and old Ireland charm. Rooms are large American size king beds with shower and separate tub with free WiFi , tele, nicely decorated. At $100 a night, this is a great visitor tourist area and views of the river up by the castle, old cemetery and beautiful countryside. Steakhouse connected with superb staff in the hotel and restaurant and some of the nicest people I've met in a small town hotel. Highly recommend this large spacious hotel to anyone visiting.

Quaint one night stay. We pulled in following a long day of sights and many miles on our tour…read more The Hotel exterior and lobby presented graceful age and offer great comfort. We checked in smoothly, had a few moments to flop and prepare for the Medieval Feast in the neighboring Bunratty Castle. The room showed some signs of wear, but for the amount of time spent in our room it was just fine. We weren't able to sample the attached steak restaurant, but heard and read some fine reviews. Nearby, are some shops, The Bunratty Castle and Folk Park, and of course Durty Nelly's Pub. The Pub, I did visit for a Good Night Pint (read that review). In the morning, we were provided a filling breakfast buffet; including a wide variety to suit any appetite. I would definitely like to return for a another stay and have a bit more time to relax and see more of the area.

Sheila's hospitality was heartfelt and LOVELY!! We made a last minute reservation and were greeted…read morewith a smile and kindness! Accommodations were great, breakfast was everything you could want and the homemade scones and jam were beautiful! Thank you for sharing your home. It was a pleasure to meet you and Frank and for setting a lovely table!

We've stayed with Frank and Sheila 6 times, always at the beginning and end of our trips, and our…read moreconversations with them continue to be our fondest memories of Ireland. It feels like staying with friends, and their breakfast is the best we've ever had. Sheila's little dog, Sydney, deserves a medal for cheering up our daughter when she was feeling homesick. Beautiful roses, wonderful people, walking distance to Bunratty Castle . . . everything you need for a great start and a relaxing end to your trip in Ireland.

What a lovely hotel! Rooms are quite large and very luxurious!!! The food we ordered for room…read moreservice was good, not great but very enjoyable. The location is very close to everything you could need and great for a leisurely stroll. But, the absolute best thing about the hotel is the shower!!!! I could have stayed in there for the rest of my life! The absolute most amazing water pressure I've ever experienced! Please do yourself a favor and stay here...greet the cat as you walk in and take in the beautiful building. Then take an extremely long shower and climb into the oversized, comfy bed and get a great nights sleep

We held a book launch at The Old Ground, in one of their function rooms, and could not have been…read morehappier. The room itself was beautifully set up, the catering was excellent and the staff were exceptionally friendly and helpful. Many thanks for a great experience. Highly recommended.

This hotel was part of my Globus tour. The town is small and so is the hotel but I loved it. The…read moreroom I got was newly renovated with a faint fresh paint smell, in a nice way. The room was sparkling clean. The shower was hot with good shower pressure. The bed was comfortable too. I liked that there was a furnace instead of Central heating because it produces a cozier heat that isn't as dry. It is a few minutes walk to town center, though the stores closed at 6 pm. Breakfast was quite nice- best hash brown and yogurt. I doubt I will ever be in this area again but I highly recommend this hotel.

While we didn't stay here, we ate at Preachers and needed a ride to our final destination due to…read morebus delays due to the fuel protests and the gals at the front desk were incredibly helpful with getting us an Lyft (FreeNow) ride on our app. Thank you so much for your help.