Saturday, May 29, 2010

Doolin Hotels - The Best 3 And 4 Star Hotels In The West Of Ireland

By Emma Brown

Doolin hotels have managed to remain competitive over the past decade in spite of the ever increasing number of larger hotel chains entering the market. The 3 independent guest houses and hotels chosen for this article highlight the finest food, views and lodgings in Doolin.

The 19 room Aran View House Hotel is possibly the most recognizable hotels in the village as its hilltop location makes it visible all over town. The hotel's perched location also gives it the best views out to the Aran Islands, from which the hotel took its name.

As befits a genuine Georgian country house, the guest rooms are spacious with high ceilings and the recent renovations have raised the standard of the en-suites to a more contemporary style and quality. The hotel restaurant has a superb menu of Irish dishes, with a-la-carte options, and the family-friendly bar hosts traditional music sessions in summer to entertain the guests.

The Ballyvara Guest House is even closer to Doolin village than the Aran View and was uniquely designed and purpose built as a guest house in the 1990's. The modern design incorporates a floor plan that features luxury suites, family rooms, quad rooms, 2 studio apartment and large double rooms.

All rooms have modern furnishings, wifi and excellent en-suite power showers. The luxury doubles also have king size sleigh beds and spa baths. The studios are open plan in design with their own kitchen and dining area so are ideal for large groups or families.

Finally, the Tir Gan Ean House Hotel is quite unique in its Celtic architecture and interior design. The hotel could almost be termed as a boutique hotel thanks to the 12 high-tech guest rooms that each feature plasma TVs, air-conditioning and ultra modern en-suites.

The hotel restaurant and bar is a fine spot to relax when the pubs in Doolin village become hectic and in the mornings the breakfast buffet is a real treat with everything from scrambled eggs with smoked salmon to pancakes with syrup.

A holiday break at one of these three Doolin hotels is the perfect way to enjoy relaxing, comfortable lodgings all within close proximity to the Cliffs of Moher, the Aran Islands and all the other attractions in this part of Ireland.

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