Castlemartyr Resort

Adjacent to the ruins of a 13th-century castle, this upscale country hotel on 220 acres of parkland is 10 km from the Jameson Distillery.

Sophisticated rooms in the 18th-century manor house and an adjoining annexe feature free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and marble bathrooms with rainfall showers, plus minifridges and Nespresso coffeemakers. Suites add separate sitting rooms, and some have balconies.

A plush spa includes an indoor pool, a fitness centre and a cafe, as well as a sauna and a steam room. There's a golf course, and dining options include an elegant restaurant with modern Irish cuisine and a cosy bar with a fireplace.