Wanderlust World Wanderlust World 12 miles southwest of Dublin, Powerscourt stands near the town of Enniskerry, County Wicklow. Anchored by the Powerscourt Estate, much of the surrounding area once belonged to the estate called the Powerscourt Demesne. One of Ireland's most popular tourist attractions, Powerscourt Estate draws visitors with its 47-acre gardens, historic architecture and expansive pet cemetery. Several hotels stand near Powercourt Estate, offering rooms, meals and access to the historic home.
Founded in 1715, Powerscourt Arms Hotel is a historic 12-room accommodation located in the village of Enniskerry. Less than one mile from Powerscourt Estate, the hotel stands close to numerous local attractions like Glendalough, a 6th century monastic site, and Sugar Loaf Mountain, one of Wicklow's most prominent geographic features. Offering a pub and restaurant, the hotel stands near additional dining in the nearby village. Guests have a choice of twin or double rooms, each including down duvets, private bathrooms, cable television, direct-dial telephone service, in-room coffee and complimentary bathrobes, as well as wireless internet. All hotel facilities are non-smoking.
Powerscourt Arms Hotel
Powerscourt Demesne
Enniskerry
Co. Wicklow
Ireland
011-353-1-2828903
powerscourtarmscountryhouse.com
On the Powerscourt Estate grounds, The Ritz-Carlton Powerscourt is a Palladian-style resort hotel featuring a golf course, spa and swimming pool, as well as horseback riding, croquet and shooting grounds. Adjacent to the historic Powerscourt Estate and gardens, the hotel lies in proximity to many local attractions including Wicklow Gaol and The Wicklow Way, an 82-mile walking trail through the Sugarloaf Mountains. Offering deluxe rooms and suites, the hotel includes featherbeds and pillows, marble bathrooms, wireless internet and satellite television, as well as complimentary bathrobes and slippers, climate control and a recessed television in the bathroom. Some rooms include an open fireplace and private terrace. All areas of the hotel are non-smoking.
The Ritz-Carlton Powerscourt
Powerscourt Estate
Enniskerry
Co. Wicklow
Ireland
011-353-1-274-8888
ritzcarlton.com
Housed in a 19th century farmhouse, Coolakay House is a four room bed and breakfast inn located in the village of Enniskerry. Within walking distance of Powerscourt Estate, the inn is close to activities like golf, horseback riding and hiking in the surrounding woodlands and mountains. Featuring a restaurant, the inn serves meals prepared with local produce, cheese and meat and offers a wine list. Rooms include private bathroom facilities, cable television, heating and in-room tea or coffee, as well as internet access. A larger family suite is available. All bedrooms are non-smoking and the inn holds an approval rating from the Irish tourist authority, Bord Failte.
Coolakay House
Waterfall Road
Coolakay
Enniskerry
Co. Wicklow
Ireland
011-353-1-2862423
coolakayhouse.com