
if you're looking for an Irish hotel with a certain 'je ne sais quoi' then our hotel experts have just the thing for you. Whether it be a coastal break in an old lighthouse, some seriously flamboyant design, or a rural stay on an organic farm; there is bound to be something for you. Carefully selected for their service, design, and uniqueness, why not browse through our collection of the best quirky hotels in Ireland to start planning your trip?
For foodies

- Hotel Isaacs is a chic boutique hotel in the heart of Cork. Originally a tobacco factory, the rooms and apartments mix contemporary design against traditional features. However, the multi-award-winning restaurant Greene's is the real draw and worthy of a visit alone.
- Barberstown Castle in County Kildare is a striking 800-year-old castle which has welcomed many-a-renowned guest in its years. Choose this property for the fine-dining restaurant and the opportunity to feast at a medieval banquet!
- King Sitric is an award-winning seafood restaurant and hotel located in Howth, just outside Dublin. A place to come for breathtaking views of Balscadden Bay to be enjoyed with crab and oysters caught by local fishermen.
For a Dublin pick

- Kelly's Hotel is a quirky boutique hotel in Dublin's city centre. Rooms are individually styled with the best maintaining the building's Victorian-era charm. A fun bridge leads over to No Name Bar. A great choice for city exploring.
- O'Neills is a traditional inn at the heart of Dublin's bustling city centre. Classic décor nods to the building's Victorian-era heritage. A whiskey lovers delight, tastings are offered in a dedicated whiskey bar.
For a Belfast option

- House Belfast is a chic hotel located in Belfast's vibrant city centre. Featuring wood-panelled rooms, quirky artwork and a lively bar and restaurant this is an undeniably cool city crashpad.
- Merchant Hotel occupies a 19th-century building, formerly a bank. Interiors are grand and there is a superb jazz bar. A luxurious choice for a city escape.
For a coastal stay

- The Quay House is the place to come to experience traditional Irish hospitality. Located on the coast of Galway, with 15 rooms, all decorated in period style. A welcoming coastal stay.
- Clare Island Lighthouse is a converted lighthouse offering secluded and chic accommodation on rugged Clare Island. Each room features a wood-burning stove. A unique and cosy choice for an indulgent hideaway.
For a rural escape

- The Botanical B&F is a charming cottage hidden away in idyllic countryside in County Cork. Comprising just four rooms, the interiors have a rural chic feel. A secluded place to come to truly get away from it all.
- Ballylagan Organic Farm in County Antrim features pigs in the pens and sheep in the field; this property is exactly like its name suggests. The original farmhouse boasts four delightful rooms and there is the option of a self-catering cottage.
- The Old Inn is an utterly charming inn set in a quiet hamlet just outside Belfast. Elegant and characterful throughout, you can expect enormous fireplaces, chandeliers, heavy four poster beds and rich hues.
For a boutique

- Schoolhouse Hotel is a converted Victorian school located next to the grand canal in Dublin's Ballsbridge. Awarded four-stars, rooms are luxurious and traditional. A unique stay.