Carrickdale Hotel & Spa  

On the outskirts of Dundalk, set under the Cooley Mountains and a short drive from the Ring of Gullion. The 4-star spa hotel sits next to a golf course and is about 11 km from the town centre. Roughly 50 minutes from Dublin Airport and about an hour from Belfast International.

Set in beautiful landscaped gardens with an award-winning Serenity Spa and leisure club. The property has 117 guestrooms with TVs, laptop-compatible safes, desks and private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations. Expect a calm, modern spa-hotel vibe and accessible facilities including an elevator.

Full-service spa with massage rooms, sauna, steam bath and spa tub, plus an indoor pool and health club. Recreational touches include a mini-golf area and BBQ space. Complimentary wireless internet is available, and free self-parking is onsite.

Business centre and a ballroom for meetings or events. Complimentary wireless internet, 24-hour reception, dry cleaning/laundry, luggage storage and concierge services keep business stays smooth.

Two on-site restaurants including Carrick, plus a bar/lounge and limited-hours room service. Full breakfasts are served daily (7:00–10:30) for a fee.