City slickers looking for the epitome of cool will love Belfast's original boutique hotel. Central to all the action . . . shopping, nightlife, restaurants, museums and The Odyssey . . . the listed Victorian building oozes style with its streamlined bedrooms, luxurious bathrooms and clubby Grill Room and Bar. A sexy, sophisticated urban escape. B&B room rate from �99.

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048 9024 1001

Kenmare

Elegant, luxurious and stylish Sheen Falls Lodge is one of Ireland's finest five star hotels.

Surrounded by 300 acres of woodlands and waterfalls, the lodge's waterside location showcases the finest of Kenmare's scenery.

Continually lauded for its wonderful service, outstanding cooking and discreet luxury it's an indulgent bolthole for hiding away or using as a base to explore the stunning countryside. B&B from /160 per person sharing. www. sheenfallslodge. ie; T: 064 41600

Connemara

Perched on the edge of the Atlantic, surrounded by lakes and mountains, Renvyle serves up old-style hospitality in abundance that is cosy, chilled out and oozing historical appeal. With walking, fishing, swimming, cycling, golf, tennis, horse riding, snooker and boating all on offer while in the dining room the gourmet country house cooking will seduce you. B&B from /85 per person per night with great value packages available year round.

www. renvyle. com; T: 095 43511.