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Hotel review: Don’t bypass this Macroom favourite if you’re seeking a bargain, culture, or coffee
S Hotel review: Don’t bypass this Macroom favourite if you’re seeking a bargain, culture, or coffee
It’s been a big year for the Buckleys. Along with celebrating that sapphire milestone in 2026, it’s also not every year your cousin (yes THE Jessie Buckley) wins an Oscar.

Sun, 29 Mar, 2026

Hotel review: This large hotel is ideal for a stress-free flight from Cork Airport
S Hotel review: This large hotel is ideal for a stress-free flight from Cork Airport
Cork International Hotel's welcoming airport base could be the park + fly solution you've been looking for.

Thu, 12 Mar, 2026

Hotel review: There's lots to like but room for improvement too at this Kilkenny five-star
S Hotel review: There's lots to like but room for improvement too at this Kilkenny five-star
Close to Kilkenny City, Lyrath Estate feels very much a tale of two architectural stories

Sun, 08 Mar, 2026

Hotel review: A stylish stay on the doorstep of Dublin’s biggest sporting moments
S Hotel review: A stylish stay on the doorstep of Dublin’s biggest sporting moments
Whether you’re up for a match or one of the summer’s biggest gigs, The Croke Park Hotel offers a slick and hassle-free experience

Sun, 01 Mar, 2026

Hotel review: This cosy and chic townhouse is a vibrant stay in the heart of Kenmare
S Hotel review: This cosy and chic townhouse is a vibrant stay in the heart of Kenmare
Have the pick of the best bars, boutiques, restaurants, and cafes at your doorstep, in one of Ireland’s most idyllic towns.

Sun, 15 Feb, 2026

The insider's list: 20 of the best Irish hotels for your 2026 getaway
S The insider's list: 20 of the best Irish hotels for your 2026 getaway
From newcomers to revamped favourites, Thom Breathnach selects 20 of Ireland's most noteworthy accommodation to book now

Wed, 28 Jan, 2026

Hotel review: Homely meets hip at this dog-friendly newcomer with luxe vibes 
S Hotel review: Homely meets hip at this dog-friendly newcomer with luxe vibes 
The landmark Victorian building, all warm red brick and large windows, fills a block close to Wicklow Street, surrounding it with shops, attractions and good transport connections

Sun, 11 Jan, 2026

This is the secret — and free — ingredient all Irish hotels should be harnessing
S This is the secret — and free — ingredient all Irish hotels should be harnessing
With another year of hotel reviews under our belts, Jillian Bolger highlights the secret (free) ingredient all hotels should be harnessing

Thu, 01 Jan, 2026

Hotel review: Impeccable taste, wealth, and style — this is the Irish Examiner's Hotel of the Year
S Hotel review: Impeccable taste, wealth, and style — this is the Irish Examiner's Hotel of the Year
Its impressive 614-acre estate sits serenely into the rolling countryside

Mon, 29 Dec, 2025

Hotel review: This Wild Atlantic Way star offers one of the best value dining escapes in the country
S Hotel review: This Wild Atlantic Way star offers one of the best value dining escapes in the country
Nestled in the renowned but pint-sized Co. Clare village of Doolin, this charming, characterful hotel woos visitors with surely one of the most “peak-Ireland” settings in the country.

Sun, 14 Dec, 2025

Hotel review: Is this cool Dublin five-star your new city break go-to?
S Hotel review: Is this cool Dublin five-star your new city break go-to?
Bold architecture and edgy design belie this soft-centred five-star where feel-good service will sweep you off your feet.

Thu, 04 Dec, 2025

These are the top 20 places to stay in Ireland, according to the Hotel Examiner
S These are the top 20 places to stay in Ireland, according to the Hotel Examiner
These are the top 20 from our inaugural list of Ireland’s 100 Best Places to Stay.

Mon, 24 Nov, 2025

100 best places to stay 2025: The Hotel Examiner's guide to Ireland's best stays
S 100 best places to stay 2025: The Hotel Examiner's guide to Ireland's best stays
It doesn’t matter if it’s a modest three-star or a luxury retreat, great hospitality is all about a feeling, say Jillian Bolger and  Thom Breathnach

Sun, 23 Nov, 2025

Hotel review: Is this iconic East Cork landmark the best seafood stop in Munster?
S Hotel review: Is this iconic East Cork landmark the best seafood stop in Munster?
"Park your preconceptions: this East Cork classic is one of Ireland’s best value escapes for seafood lovers"

Fri, 31 Oct, 2025

I spent the night in a haunted castle in Tipperary, here's what happened
S I spent the night in a haunted castle in Tipperary, here's what happened
Maeve Lee spends the night with a team of paranormal investigators in a haunted castle, and discovers why 'ghost tourism' is on the rise in Ireland

Tue, 28 Oct, 2025

Hotel review: This coastal Waterford escape is full of potential
S Hotel review: This coastal Waterford escape is full of potential
One of Ireland’s finest coastal hotels, but perhaps the true wow-factor of this property remains unharnessed.

Sun, 26 Oct, 2025

Enniskeen Estate
S Hotel review: Is this Co Down escape the peak of Irish nature tourism?
"Expensive but exemplary, this world-class Co. Down hideaway could be Ireland’s best nature escape for couples."

Thu, 16 Oct, 2025

Hotel review: Is this the perfect town centre base for a Killarney getaway?
S Hotel review: Is this the perfect town centre base for a Killarney getaway?
Superb staff, a quality breakfast and great pricing make this old school find a real steal 

Sun, 12 Oct, 2025

Hotel review: This new luxury boutique escape makes a perfectly-tailored Dungarvan base
S Hotel review: This new luxury boutique escape makes a perfectly-tailored Dungarvan base
"Over the last decade, perhaps no town along the Munster coastline has seen its tourism credentials soar like Dungarvan — which is what makes a new hotel opening in the town, all the more exciting."

Sun, 28 Sep, 2025

Hotel review: This Kildare five-star blends history with a trendy dining experience
S Hotel review: This Kildare five-star blends history with a trendy dining experience
A grand Palladian estate reimagined for the modern traveller, this lavish five-star delivers historic splendour and exceptional dining

Sun, 21 Sep, 2025

Hotel review: Is this hotel the essential Limerick City getaway?
S Hotel review: Is this hotel the essential Limerick City getaway?
With sweeping Shannon views, this contemporary city hotel offers comfort, centrality and food worth lingering over.

Sun, 14 Sep, 2025

Hotel review: Is this family-owned hotel the best stay in West Cork?
S Hotel review: Is this family-owned hotel the best stay in West Cork?
Homely and cosy with real heart, this family-run boutique Clonakilty hotel offers West Cork value and style

Thu, 04 Sep, 2025

Hotel review: Is this extraordinary Munster hideaway the perfect Irish escape?
S Hotel review: Is this extraordinary Munster hideaway the perfect Irish escape?
"Dreamily decadent and welcoming, this magnificently restored Palladian manor offers a masterclass in Irish hospitality."

Thu, 28 Aug, 2025

Hotel review: This four-star retreat is a slice of coastal paradise in West Cork
S Hotel review: This four-star retreat is a slice of coastal paradise in West Cork
Rooms with a view and great staff make this seaside spa resort a West Cork favourite

Tue, 26 Aug, 2025

Hotel review: This West Cork hotel has been a treasure for 200 years
S Hotel review: This West Cork hotel has been a treasure for 200 years
About to celebrate 200 years, this country house has just completed a stunning 16-bedroom extension. One of West Cork’s hidden treasures

Sun, 24 Aug, 2025

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