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Our top choices for Portlaoise 3-star hotels

The exterior of Kildare House Hotel with a paved walkway, flower baskets, and a sign above the entrance.
A hotel room with two beds, a large window with curtains, and a patterned carpet.
A reception desk at Kildare House Hotel with a sign above it, a chandelier, and a staircase in the background.
A hotel room with a dark grey sofa, a purple armchair, a small side table with a lamp, a large abstract painting on the wall, and a built-in shelving unit with storage boxes.

1. Kildare House Hotel

Kildare House Hotel
Kildare
Ireland
Marcus
£102
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Kildare House Hotel
A modern restaurant interior with wooden flooring, multiple seating areas, and large windows allowing natural light.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a window with curtains.
A gym with treadmills, weight machines, and free weights.
A hotel reception area with a reception desk, seating area, and a staircase.

2. Maldron Hotel Portlaoise

Maldron Hotel Portlaoise
Portlaoise
Australia
Deb
£83
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Maldron Hotel Portlaoise
A cozy restaurant with wooden floors, cushioned seating, and framed pictures on the walls.
A bar area with wooden bar stools, a counter with a cash register, and a variety of liquor bottles.
A hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a chair, a desk with a lamp, and a large window with curtains.
Restaurant

3. The Rooms at Cunninghams

The Rooms at Cunninghams
Kildare
United Kingdom
paul
£96
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
The Rooms at Cunninghams
A spacious living room with a fireplace, bookshelves, and a staircase leading to bedrooms.
A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a chair, a tray with strawberries, and a window with curtains.
A three-tiered dessert stand with various pastries and a cup of tea on a table with a white tablecloth.
A reception area with a wooden desk, a chandelier, and a framed picture on the wall.

4. Avalon House Hotel

Avalon House Hotel
Castlecomer
United States
Siobahn
£98
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Avalon House Hotel
A restaurant with multiple dining tables, chairs, and a bar area with shelves of bottles.
A bar with wooden furniture and a sign reading "SQUIRES GANNE".
A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, patterned headboards, and a window with curtains.
A rustic house with a thatched roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a stone wall.

5. Silken Thomas

Silken Thomas
Kildare
United Kingdom
Maria
£126
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Silken Thomas
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a mirror, and a potted plant.
A store with shelves stocked with various products, a payment terminal, and a 'PAY HERE' sign.
A room with two red chairs around a wooden table, a patterned rug, and a view through a window with curtains.
A room with a large window overlooking a historic stone building with a tower.

6. The Rooms at Firecastle

The Rooms at Firecastle
Kildare
United States
Sarah
£113
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
The Rooms at Firecastle
A bedroom with a bed, a window with curtains, a painting on the wall, and a bedside table with a lamp.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a round table, and colorful chairs.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a living area with a sofa and a person reading a book.
A hallway with an elevator, a wooden door with frosted glass panels, and a carpeted floor.

7. The Maltings

The Maltings
Portlaoise
United Kingdom
Helene
The Maltings
A cozy bar with wooden furniture, a large TV screen, and Guinness branding.
A bar area with multiple stools, a pool table, and a variety of beer taps.
Shared kitchen
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a large window providing natural light and a view of the city.

8. Ewings Bar & Self-Catering Accommodation

Ewings Bar & Self-Catering Accommodation
Carlow City Centre
United Kingdom
Alexandra
£84
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Ewings Bar & Self-Catering Accommodation
A table set for a meal with various dishes, utensils, and a menu.
A dining area with a wooden table, two white chairs with grey cushions, and a colorful checkered floor.
A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a radiator, and a window.
A house exterior with a front door, a window with a lattice design, and a small patio with two chairs and a table.

9. The Ring Farmhouse

The Ring Farmhouse
Birr
United States
Mark
The Ring Farmhouse
A grand chandelier in a spacious atrium with a high ceiling and patterned floor.
A room with a patterned floor, a blue armchair, a small table, and a chair with a patterned cushion.
An indoor venue with a patterned carpet, chandeliers, and floral decorations.
A dining area with a brick wall, metal decorative panels, and a large mirror.

10. Racket Hall Country House

Racket Hall Country House
Roscrea
Ireland
Paul
Racket Hall Country House
A hallway with a wooden floor, a white door, and a dark-colored sofa.
A two-story building with a white door, multiple windows with white frames, and a chimney.
A bedroom with a large ornate mirror, a bed with white linens, a bedside table with a lamp, and a framed artwork on the wall.
A modern kitchen with dark wooden cabinets, a dining table with chairs, and a tiled floor.

11. 3 Bed House in Kildare, Sleeps 9 With Parking

3 Bed House in Kildare, Sleeps 9 With Parking
Cut Bush
3 Bed House in Kildare, Sleeps 9 With Parking
A hallway with large windows, a chandelier, and a small table with a lamp.
Outdoor seating areas with tables and benches, labeled with names like Maryborough, Attanagh, Bennetsbridge, and Ballyhale.
A hotel with multiple buildings, each featuring a distinct architectural style with sloped roofs and illuminated windows.
A restaurant with multiple dining tables, chairs, and a bar area with a display case.

12. Abbeyleix Manor Hotel

Abbeyleix Manor Hotel
Abbeyleix
United States
Johannes
Abbeyleix Manor Hotel
A large, multi-story building with a well-maintained lawn and a wooden bench in the foreground.
A bedroom with a bed, a sofa, a dining table, and a lamp.
A brick building with a window, surrounded by lush greenery and flowering plants.
A house with a brick exterior partially covered by ivy.

13. Coolanowle Self Catering Accommodation

Coolanowle Self Catering Accommodation
Arless
Germany
Cetin
Coolanowle Self Catering Accommodation
A spacious living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a chandelier. Large windows offer a view of the outdoors.
A two-story house with a sloped roof, a front porch, and a well-maintained lawn.
A small bathroom with a white sink, toilet, and a grey mat on the floor.
A compact bedroom with a bed, a sofa, a small table, and a window.

14. Kate's Rest

Kate's Rest
Freshford
Australia
Sam
Kate's Rest
Room
Property grounds
Living room
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a black countertop, and stainless steel appliances including a refrigerator, oven, and microwave.

15. 2-bed House Outside Athy

2-bed House Outside Athy
Barrowhouse
2-bed House Outside Athy
A living room with a brown leather sofa, wooden staircase, stone wall, and a mounted TV.
A stone building with a sign reading "The Abraham."
A rural road leading to a stone-built lodge with a sign indicating its name.
A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a dresser, and a window with blinds.

16. The Abraham

The Abraham
Moone
Ireland
Janette
£207
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
The Abraham
A living room with two grey sofas, one with a white cushion, and a TV on the wall.
A small kitchen with dark blue cabinets, a checkered backsplash, and a white door. There is a round table with a yellow cushion and a white chair with a yellow cushion.
A modern living room with a wooden floor, a dining table with two chairs, and a kitchen visible through an open doorway.
A stone bridge over a calm river with a castle in the background.

17. Tranquil Athy Apartment With 3 Bedrooms

Tranquil Athy Apartment With 3 Bedrooms
Athy
£355
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Tranquil Athy Apartment With 3 Bedrooms
A spacious kitchen with a large island, bar stools, pendant lights, and a view of the outdoors.
A modern kitchen with a white countertop, bar stools, and a view into the dining area.
A large, two-story house with a steeply pitched roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a well-maintained lawn.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a large island, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

18. Cluain Ard Holiday Home

Cluain Ard Holiday Home
Castletown
Cluain Ard Holiday Home
A residential area with a house covered in ivy, a gravel driveway, and a blue car parked nearby.
A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, a stove, and a dining area with a wooden table and chairs.
A bedroom with a single bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a wooden door.
A white building with two windows and a door, a bench, and a dog in the foreground.

19. Kilkenny Organic Farm 2-bed Apt, Sleeps 4, Parking

Kilkenny Organic Farm 2-bed Apt, Sleeps 4, Parking
Tullanvoolty
United States
Diane
Kilkenny Organic Farm 2-bed Apt, Sleeps 4, Parking
A stone archway leading to a paved path, surrounded by greenery and a potted plant.
A spacious loft with exposed wooden beams, stone walls, a cozy seating area with a sofa and armchairs, and a fireplace.
A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a stone wall, and a wooden staircase.
A cozy living room with a stone wall, a wooden ceiling, a grey sectional sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a television on a cabinet.

20. Coach House

Coach House
Kilbeg
Coach House
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Learn more about Portlaoise

Explore the Rock of Dunamase ruins just outside Portlaoise for spectacular views across the midlands countryside. Discover local heritage at the Dunamase Arts Centre and Fort Protector, then browse unique shops along Main Street.

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A historic stone castle ruins on a grassy hill with a gravel path leading up to it.

Top Portlaoise Hotel Reviews

The Rooms at Cunninghams

The Rooms at Cunninghams

10/10 Excellent
"It was a great stay and the staff could not have been more inviting or helpful. Thank you."
Luis 1-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
The Rooms at Cunninghams
Kildare House Hotel

Kildare House Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Nice atmosphere and staff"
Adam 3-night trip
Posted 3 weeks ago
Kildare House Hotel

Find out more about Portlaoise

Pocket Guide: 3 Stars Hotels in Portlaoise

Situated at the foot of the imposing Slieve Bloom Mountains in the Midlands region of Ireland and only an hour away from Dublin, Portlaoise is a vibrant little town with a rich culture and history. There are plenty of affordable accommodation options including guesthouses, spa hotels and bed and breakfasts – as well as very hospitable three star hotels in the centre of town. Booking your hotel in Portlaoise means that all the pubs, bars and restaurants are practically on your doorstep and you can be safe in the knowledge that a warm welcome and a comfy bed will be there to greet you at the end of the day.

Hotels for Golfers

Any visit to the Republic of Ireland should involve enjoying a round or two of golf on one of its many excellent courses. Portlaoise has a great selection of golf clubs with picturesque courses from The Heath Golf Club handily located just off the main M7 road that skirts the southern edge of town, to the Portlaoise Golf Club to the south of the town centre. By choosing your central three star hotel you can be on the fairways and greens in no time at all – and celebrating your round in the bar soon after!

History in Portlaoise

From the stunning ruins of the Rock of Dunamase to the neoclassical splendour of Emo Court, Portlaoise is steeped in history. All the family will love exploring the Anglo-Norman castle at Dunamase and enjoy the views across the Slieve Bloom Mountains. And the gardens and 20 acre lake at the neoclassical Emo Court to the north of the town are a sheer delight.

Hotels for Festival-Goers in Portlaoise

Portlaoise is host to a variety of festivals throughout the year that are a great example of the thriving cultural scene of the town. The Electric Picnic, held annually in September, has been dubbed Ireland’s Glastonbury and always has the cream of alternative music on the bill. The Halloween Howls Comedy festival takes place in the centre of town each October, where you can catch the very best of the country’s renowned comedic talent. Booking your accommodation early is advised as the hotels fill up quickly around these times of the year.

Hotels for Nature Lovers

Set at the foot of the wonderful Slieve Bloom Mountains, Portlaoise is a nature lover’s dream. The mountain range has some excellent walking trails and on a clear day you may even be able to see the four high points of the ancient provinces of Ireland. The nearby Clonreher Bog – a Natural Heritage Area – is also worth checking out if you’re into nature.

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