Tulfarris Hotel & Golf Resort  

On the lake at Tulfarris in Blessington — a family-friendly golf resort with views across Blessington Lakes and the Wicklow Mountains. Dublin sights such as the Guinness Storehouse, Dublin Zoo and Phoenix Park are listed as nearby.

The estate includes an 18th-century manor with seven individually designed bedrooms named after local plants, each with king-size beds, opulent drapes and en-suite baths with underfloor heating. Hotel guestrooms range up to air-conditioned rooms with Smart or flat-screen TVs, DVD players, and tea and coffee facilities — many with lake or course views.

Play on the on-site golf course, unwind at the spa and massage rooms, or keep fit in the gym. The resort also offers an arcade/game room, complimentary Wi-Fi, free self-parking, 24-hour front desk and luggage storage — wake up to lake-breeze mornings and mountain views.

Event facilities include a conference centre, four meeting rooms and presentation spaces for meetings and board events. Complimentary wireless internet, laptop-compatible safes, desks and dry-cleaning services support business stays.

Fairways restaurant overlooks the golf course and serves brunch and dinner; a bar/lounge and limited-hours room service are also available. Buffet breakfasts are served daily and rooms include tea and coffee making facilities.