10 Top-Rated Bed and Breakfast Inns in Ireland’s Ancient East

The Silken Thomas Accommodation (formerly The Lord Edward) offers stylish guestrooms in the heart of Kildare town. Located just off the M7 motorway (junction 13), the Silken Thomas Accommodation is less than a 10 minute walk from Kildare Village Chic Outlet Shopping and a 15 minute walk from the Irish National Stud & Japanese Gardens. Located beside a 13th century tower house, this historic building offers guests well-appointed guestrooms, many with original period features. Each room has a multi-channel TV, tea & coffee making facilities, FREE WIFI access, modern en-suite facilities and a hairdryer. Triple, quad, wheelchair accessible and family rooms are also available. On-site facilities include Flanagan’s Lounge serving food daily, Chapter 16 restaurant, traditional Irish bar Squires Lil's with live music every Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday night. Late November 2017 In December 2017, a new late night venue & garden will open at the Silken Thomas.

History surrounds the picturesque Killiane Castle and House, warm family hospitality is its unique trade mark. Elegant, comfortable bedrooms with modern amenities, drawing room with open fire, home baking and garden produce are all designed to afford each visitor with a memorable stay. Extensive breakfast menu. Early breakfast served for ferry. Signposted on N25 Wexford/Rosslare.

Stroll through the beautiful private gardens and woodlands surrounding this lovely Victorian mansion. Spacious romantic bedrooms. Beautiful historic antiques throughout. Ideally located for day trips to both east and west Cork and Kerry. Rates for bed and breakfast from €35 to €60 per person sharing per night

Butler House, Luxury Guesthouse - formally the Dower House of Kilkenny Castle built in 1770. This historical house is situated in the centre of Kilkenny City, adjacent to Kilkenny Castle. An integral part of the Kilkenny Castle Estate, Butler House was home to the Earls of Ormonde, who also built the castle, stables and coach houses at the rear. Sweeping staircases, magnificent plastered ceilings and marble fireplaces are all features of this 18th century house. The house is a combination of contemporary furnishings and period elegance. Butler House boasts seventeen special rooms and suites, all with their own individual character. Designed to provide maximum comfort, each has a modern bathroom, and is decorated with soft coordinated fabrics and furnishings. The balance of old and new is prevalent throughout the rooms – contemporary furnishings are combined with the magnificent original features, which afford guests an impressive sense of comfort and space.

Brogan’s offers tastefully decorated modern en suite bedrooms. Brogans is the oldest pub located in the heart of medieval Trim in the heart of Ireland's Ancient East. It offers an excellent location for visiting surrounding historical heritage sites (Trim Castle, Newgrange and Tara to name a few). Tee off in some of the country's finest golf courses and enjoy freshwater fishing on the surrounding lakes and rivers. Unwind with a drink in Brogan's Traditional Irish bar by the open log fires, enjoy the best of Irish food in Brogans Bar & Grill, Listen to some live music and wake up relaxed and refreshed in our modern rooms.

Café: 07:30-16:30 (Mon-Sat) 08:00-16:30 (Sat&Sun). The Bedford Townhouse & Café is a boutique heritage townhouse in the heart of Limerick City. The Bedford Café: A contemporary city cafe with a warm ambience; focused on serving high quality food and speciality coffee. The Bedford Townhouse: A 12-bedroom boutique Limerick Townhouse - offering guests a central location to stay in the stylish surroundings of an historic Limerick property.

Overlooking the scenic river, Rivermount House completed a total upgrade and refurbishment recently. It offers five-star bed and breakfast quality at affordable rates. We feature classic mahogany furniture, heavily embossed wall coverings and exquisite soft furnishings, which have all resulted in creating an ambiance of luxury comfort and style. With a classy polished marble foyer, this accommodation feels more like a boutique hotel but with the personal attention and traditional warmth of a B&B.

Ma Dwyer's, situated on the banks of the river Boyne in Navan, Co. Meath, boasts all the space and luxury of a modern hotel. Purpose built in 2006, rooms are light and spacious with modern décor, en-suite with power showers, telephone points, tea/coffee making facilities, complementary toiletries etc. We can easily accommodate up to 35 guests, with some ground floor rooms also available. We also offer free parking on the grounds. Recommended by the Michelin Guide 2013/2014, Ma Dwyer's Bed & Breakfast is viewed as a "bib hotel", which is recognised for its excellent value and quality services. We pride ourselves on being friendly and approachable to all of our guests and strive to surpass their expectations. Our goal is very simple, to make our guests feel welcome, comfortable and at home while staying with us. After a relaxing sleep in one of our luxurious beds, guests can enjoy a delicious full Irish breakfast or choose from a range of cereals and fruits. All meat and fresh produce is sourced locally. With an abundance of food to choose from, we like to make sure that no guest leaves Ma Dwyer's table still hungry! Our Location We are conveniently located just 2 minutes from the M3 motorway. Dublin City and Dublin Airport are easily accessed by car in approximately 30 minutes. With many local attractions such as the Hill of Tara, Newgrange, Slane Castle, Trim Castle and the home of the Book of Kells all within a 15 minute drive, guests are sure to experience true Irish history and charm right on their doorstep. Guests can take advantage of the numerous river walks along the banks of the Boyne, where the legendary Salmon of Knowledge was caught. Or have a fun-filled day at the races at Navan Race Course. For those that enjoy other activities, go-karting, paintballing and archery are available in the town. Or if you are interested in theatre, the Solstice Arts Centre is approximately a 10 minute walk from our guesthouse. Whether travelling alone, in a group or with family, relax and enjoy your stay at Ma Dwyers Guest Accommodation!

The Farmer's Kitchen Hotel was acquired by its current owners in Autumn 2012 and since then it has seen many changes. It stands just outside of Wexford town comprising of 21 bedrooms, all en-suite, our Farmer's Kitchen Lounge, Function Room, Mezzanine Level and of course the charming olde world 'Irene Scallan's Bar' A full refurbishment took place prior to reopening under new ownership and management and we continue to strive for improvement all the time. We pride ourselves on our delicious food and great staff. We will go above and beyond to make your stay a home from home.

Belvedere Lodge is an excellent choice for travelers visiting Cork, offering a family-friendly environment alongside many helpful amenities designed to enhance your stay. While staying at Belvedere Lodge, visitors can check out Greyhound Stadium - Curraheen Park (1.3 mi) and Daly's Bridge (1.6 mi), some of Cork's top attractions. Belvedere Hotel offers guests an array of room amenities including a flat screen TV, and getting online is possible, as free wifi is available. The bed and breakfast offers newspaper and baggage storage, to make your visit even more pleasant. The property also features free breakfast. Guests arriving by vehicle have access to free parking. While in Cork be sure to experience local oyster favorites at The Oyster Tavern, Electric, or Farmgate Restaurant. Cork is also known for some great historic sites, including Cork City Gaol, Camden Fort Meagher, and Old Cork Waterworks Experience, which are not too far from Belvedere Hotel. Enjoy your stay in Cork!