‘It checks all the boxes' - Tripadvisor reveals its top 25 Irish hotels for 2025
So says Tripadvisor of its annual Travellers' Choice 'Best of the Best' awards.
And when it comes to Ireland, the 'Best of the Best' for 2025 is Adare Manor in Co Limerick, where remaining B&B rates are listed from over €1,400 this summer.
The resort, set to host the 2027 Ryder Cup, is described as 'a beautiful retreat in a picturesque setting' with stunning grounds, 'exceptional attention to detail' and "top-notch service'.
Tripadvisor's Top 25 Irish hotels 2025
Adare Manor, Co Limerick
Herbert Park Hotel, Dublin
The Merrion, Dublin
Clanard Court Hotel, Co Kildare
Harvey's Point, Co Donegal
Ballygarry Estate, Co Kerry
Hyatt Centric, Dublin
The Green Hotel, Dublin
Pembroke Kilkenny
Hayfield Manor, Cork
Granville Hotel, Waterford
The Killarney Park, Co Kerry
The Mont, Dublin
Markree Castle, Co Sligo
Dromoland Castle, Co Clare
The Alex, Dublin
Mespil Hotel, Dublin
Marlin Hotel, Dublin
Intercontinental Dublin
Cork International Hotel, Cork
The Rose, Tralee, Co Kerry
Hotel Riu Plaza (Gresham), Dublin
Powerscourt Hotel, Co Wicklow
Trinity City Hotel, Dublin
The Davenport, Dublin
In another nod to Ireland's high-end hospitality, Ashford Castle is named the top 'One of a Kind' resort in Europe, and number two in the world behind Taj Lake Palace in Udaipur, India.
When you think "castle hotel," you're probably picturing Ashford, with its stately canopy beds, manicured grounds, and slew of regal activities (think: falconry, archery),' it says. 'Bonus: It's also kid-friendly.'
Its website lists remaining B&B rates from €945 this summer.
Tripadvisor's Travellers' Choice Awards are based on 'the quantity and quality" of reviews collected from travellers over a 12-month period, it says.
Over 1.6m global hotel listings were analysed, with "fewer than 1pc' achieving the 'Best of the Best' tag.
The world's top hotel was named as Secrets Akumal Riviera Maya in Tulum, Mexico, while a list of Ireland's 'Best of the Best' luxury hotels was topped by Ballyfin in Co Laois.
Ireland's best 'Small & Boutique' hotel for 2025 is The Ross in Killarney, Co Kerry, according to Tripadvisor – it also ranks at number 13 in the category in Europe.
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The travel website also published a list of Ireland's best B&Bs for 2025, with four of the top 10 in Co Clare and all but two on the west coast.
Tripadvisor's Top 10 B&Bs 2025
Sheedy's, Doolin, Co Clare
Dingle Garden Townhouse, Co Kerry
Daly's House, Doolin, Co Clare
Oranhill lodge, Oranmore, Co Galway
Wild Atlantic Lodge, Lahinch, Co Clare
Fiddle & Bow, Doolin, Co Clare
Sea-Breeze Lodge, Galway
The Tides B&B, Ballybunion, Co Kerry
Bethel Guesthouse, Rosscarbery, Co Cork
Caroleville B&B, Cork
Sheedy's in Doolin also ranks sixth in Europe and number 23 in the global list of 'Best of the Best' B&Bs and inns.
A separate list celebrating Tripadvisor's 25th anniversary ranks 'travellers' all-time favourite spots', with Pax House in Dingle ranking fourth in the world, and the Lake Hotel in Killarney at number 23.
For a full list of winners, see tripadvisor.co.uk/TravelersChoice-Hotels
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