Tourism Ireland - Hotels Newsletter

Tourism Ireland is the official cross-border marketing body for the island of Ireland, established under the 1998 Belfast Agreement and operational since January 2002. With offices across Europe, North America, the Middle East, China and Australia, it promotes both the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland to visitors worldwide. This archived hotel and accommodation guide was produced to help travellers discover the very best places to stay across the island.

Ireland's Accommodation Choice

From boutique guesthouses in charming coastal villages to grand country-house hotels and cosy rural inns, Ireland offers an extraordinary range of places to stay. This guide brought together a carefully curated selection of properties approved through Tourism Ireland's industry partners, covering a wide spectrum of budgets, locations and styles. Whether you were drawn to a city-centre hotel in Dublin or a remote cottage along the Wild Atlantic Way, the guide was designed to help you find the perfect fit.

Iconic Routes and Landscapes

Ireland's road network links some of Europe's most dramatic scenery. The Wild Atlantic Way traces the rugged west coast from Donegal to West Cork, while the Causeway Coastal Route in Northern Ireland winds past the Giant's Causeway and ancient castle ruins. Inland, the Shannon waterway, the Burren and the Ring of Kerry reveal a landscape shaped by thousands of years of history and geology. This guide highlighted accommodation within easy reach of these celebrated routes and natural wonders.

Planning Your Ireland Holiday

Tourism Ireland's resources were designed to take the effort out of trip planning. The guide allowed visitors to search by city or region, filter by accommodation type, facilities and budget, and uncover lesser-known properties away from the busier tourist trails. Quality assurance was built in, with all featured properties vetted through Tourism Ireland's network of accredited industry partners across both jurisdictions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Tourism Ireland?

Tourism Ireland is the all-island body responsible for marketing the island of Ireland to international visitors. It was established under the 1998 Belfast Agreement and has been operational since January 2002, operating jointly under the North/South Ministerial Council. Its headquarters are in Dublin and Coleraine, with offices in 15 markets worldwide.

What types of accommodation were featured in this guide?

The guide covered a wide variety of accommodation including hotels, guesthouses, self-catering cottages and traditional inns. Properties were spread across both the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland, and were selected with different budgets, travel styles and locations in mind.

What is the Wild Atlantic Way?

The Wild Atlantic Way is a long-distance touring route running along Ireland's entire west coast, from Donegal in the north to West Cork in the south. It is one of the world's longest defined coastal routes and passes through some of Ireland's most spectacular Atlantic scenery, small fishing harbours and historic sites.

What is the Causeway Coastal Route?

The Causeway Coastal Route is a scenic drive in Northern Ireland stretching from Belfast to Londonderry/Derry. It passes the UNESCO-listed Giant's Causeway, Carrick-a-Rede rope bridge, Dunluce Castle and a series of sandy beaches and clifftop viewpoints.

Were the featured properties quality-checked?

Yes. All accommodation listed in the guide was approved through Tourism Ireland's network of accredited industry partners across the island of Ireland, providing reassurance about standards of quality and hospitality.

Can I still book accommodation through this guide?

This brochure is from our archive and the booking links it contained are no longer active. For current accommodation options in Ireland, we recommend visiting the official Tourism Ireland website or a current travel booking platform.

Note: this brochure is from our archive. Details, prices and availability shown in the original guide may no longer be current. We have preserved it here for reference and research purposes.