Hotels in Carlingford, Ireland

Hotels in Carlingford, Ireland
Just over an hour's drive from Ireland's two major cities, Carlingford is a medieval village nestled between the Mourne Mountains and the sea. Its history and stunning scenery, have made it a desirable destination for hundreds of years. An Irish mecca for all manner of outdoor activities, Carlingford is known for its golf, fishing, sailing and hiking. The beautiful Irish countryside surrounding is also ideally suited for bicycling.

McKevitt's Village Hotel

McKevitt's is a charming hotel in the center of Carlingford, right at the foot of the Cooley Mountains. A family-run hotel, the McKevitt has 17 rooms appointed in warm, traditional, decorative themes. Rooms are equipped with basic amenities including televisions and coffee/tea stations. Wireless Internet is available throughout the hotel. The hotel offers an extensive breakfast buffet daily, and is home to a lively Irish pub that features musical entertainment and a good selection of beer, wine and spirits. The hotel also provides access to many of the outdoor activities in the area.

McKevitt's Village Hotel
Market Square
Carlingford
Co. Louth
Ireland
tel: 00353 042 9373116
http://www.mckevittshotel.com

Oystercatcher Lodge and Bistro

The seven spacious rooms at the Oystercatcher Lodge can best be described as mini-suites. All of them have vaulted ceilings, wooden floors and are fitted to four-star hotel standards. The rooms are equipped with amenities such as television, telephones and coffee/tea stations. Many have excellent mountain views. The bistro serves freshly caught seafood as well as delicious, grass-fed Cooley Mountain lamb. The hotel also provides access to many area activities including golf, hill walking, fishing and sailing.

Oystercatcher Lodge and Bistro
Market Square
Carlingford, County Louth
Ireland
tel: 353 042 9373922
http://www.theoystercatcher.com/

Ghan House

Ghan House is a small hotel situated in an 18th century Georgian house. Rooms at the Ghan are comfortable, filled with family-owned antique furniture. Amenities include Wi-Fi, television, private bath, coffee, tea and home-made cookies. The hotel's restaurant specializes in simple, wholesome Irish country fare, drawing all of its ingredients from its own garden and area farmers. Ghan House is consistently ranked as one of the best places to stay in all of Ireland.

Ghan House
Carlingford, County Louth
Ireland
tel: 353 042 9373682
http://www.ghanhouse.com/

Beaufort House Guest House

The Beaufort Guest House is an affordable, luxurious guest house situated at the water's edge of the Carlingford Lough, minutes from the heart of medieval Carlingford. With excellent ratings and a dedication to high standards, Beaufort House is a relaxing, friendly Irish country guest house. Rooms at the Beaufort are comfortable, well-appointed and equipped with the basic amenities. They also have excellent mountain and sea views. The hotel's restaurant offers simple fare. The Beaufort also provides excellent access to water activities, including sailing lessons at Carlingford Sailing School.

Beaufort House Guest House
Ghan Road
Carlingford, County Louth
Ireland
tel: 353 042 9373879
http://www.beauforthouse.net

The Four Seasons Hotel Carlingford

The Four Seasons Hotel offers first-class accommodations in the heart of medieval Carlingford. The hotel's 59 rooms include amenities such as television, direct dial telephones and Internet access. Many of the Four Seasons rooms also offer mountain and sea views. The hotel's "Liberties Bistro," offers wholesome food as well as good wine, beer and spirits, all served in warm, informal surroundings. The hotel provides special access to activities such as fishing, golfing, hiking and horseback riding.

The Four Seasons Hotel Carlingford
Carlingford, County Louth
Ireland
tel: 353 042 9373530
http://www.4seasonshotelcarlingford.ie/index.html

Article Written By Alex Baker

Alex Baker is a journalist, blogger and copywriter. He's been published in publications like "Resource Magazine" and the "San Francisco Weekly." He's a staff writer for 90:00Soccer.com and contributes to WorldSoccerReader.com and Swagger. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in interdisciplinary arts from San Francisco State University.

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