Title: Ireland Northwest and Lakelands Travel Guide: Best of Ireland Northwest and Lakelands, Ireland Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Ireland Northwest and Lakelands](https://expedia.co.uk/Ireland-Northwest-And-Lakelands-Hotels.d6051457.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Ireland Northwest and Lakelands](https://expedia.co.uk/Ireland-Northwest-And-Lakelands-Holiday-Rentals.d6051457.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Flights to Ireland Northwest and Lakelands](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Ireland-Northwest-And-Lakelands.d6051457.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Ireland Northwest and Lakelands Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Ireland-Northwest-And-Lakelands.d6051457.Car-Hire-Guide)[Ireland Northwest and Lakelands Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Ireland-Northwest-And-Lakelands.d6051457.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Ireland Northwest and Lakelands Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Ben Bulben featuring mountains and tranquil scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6086049/7dfcb532-60b8-42ab-af03-5041938bc767.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Ben Bulben featuring mountains and tranquil scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6086049/7dfcb532-60b8-42ab-af03-5041938bc767.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Sligo featuring a city, a bridge and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3330/b8d9260a-1d4d-4f8d-97c3-7efa50c48a74.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Knocknarea showing general coastal views as well as a couple](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6174722/28ee03ea-b778-4ef2-89bd-4fe98ac69168.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Ben Bulben featuring mountains and a river or creek](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6086049/0f3741df-7583-4383-957f-9fdd554eaf31.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Ireland Northwest and Lakelands Things to do - Top hotels in Ireland Northwest and Lakelands - Top Holiday Rentals in Ireland Northwest and Lakelands ![Lough Eske Castle](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1870000/1868100/1868062/873e7d3f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Lough Eske Castle Lough Eske Donegal Donegal £223 4 Feb - 5 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Donegal. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (790 reviews) Simply amazing. Thank you. Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=04%2F02%2F2026&endDate=05%2F02%2F2026&selected=1868062&PinnedHotelID=1868062&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6051457) ![The Glasshouse](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1540000/1535500/1535445/f75ec18d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Glasshouse Swan Point Sligo Sligo £110 15 Feb - 16 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sligo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 9/10 Wonderful! (998 reviews) Great staff Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F02%2F2026&endDate=16%2F02%2F2026&selected=1535445&PinnedHotelID=1535445&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6051457) ![Farnham Estate Spa & Golf Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1500000/1499100/1499097/4dcae4c4_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Farnham Estate Spa & Golf Resort Farnham Estate Cavan Cavan £162 9 Feb - 10 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this spa hotel in Cavan. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (997 reviews) excellent food and service,rooms amazing Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=09%2F02%2F2026&endDate=10%2F02%2F2026&selected=1499097&PinnedHotelID=1499097&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6051457) [See all 893 properties in Ireland Northwest and Lakelands](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=29%2F01%2F2026&endDate=30%2F01%2F2026®ionId=6051457) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Wild Atlantic Apartments Port House Letterkenny](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99810000/99809400/99809334/417ad5fb_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Wild Atlantic Apartments Port House Letterkenny Port Rd Letterkenny DL Stay at this apartment in Letterkenny. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and cable TV channels. Popular attractions Letterkenny Leisure Centre and Donegal County ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (49 reviews) Fully equipped clean kitchen /bedrooms/ lounge. Really convenient to shopping and dining , would definitely stay again Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Letterkenny-Hotels-Port-House.h99809334.Hotel-Information) ![The Courtyard Apartments](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17740000/17731900/17731857/b48b810a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Courtyard Apartments Main Street Carrick-on-Shannon County Leitrim Stay at this aparthotel in Carrick-on-Shannon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 bars/lounges. Popular attractions St George's Heritage Centre and Leitrim ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (80 reviews) All good Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Carrick-On-Shannon-Hotels-The-Courtyard-Apartments.h17731857.Hotel-Information) ![Mullaghduff Thatched Cottage on the Wild Atlantic Way, near Kincasslagh, Donegal](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33590000/33588000/33587990/24c84eb7_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Mullaghduff Thatched Cottage on the Wild Atlantic Way, near Kincasslagh, Donegal Annagry Donegal (county) Stay at this cottage in Mullaghdoo Scotch. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Lough Ibby and Mullaghderg Lough are located ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (64 reviews) Extremely comfortable house well placed for exploring parts of Donegal. Our hosts were a delight, both interesting and accessible. Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Mullaghdoo-Scotch-Hotels-Mullaghduff-Thatched-Cottage-On-The-Wild-Atlantic-Way.h33587990.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Ireland Northwest and Lakelands](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=6051457&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check Ireland Northwest and Lakelands hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6051457&startDate=2026-01-28&endDate=2026-01-29)[28 Jan - 29 Jan](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6051457&startDate=2026-01-28&endDate=2026-01-29) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6051457&startDate=2026-01-29&endDate=2026-01-30)[29 Jan - 30 Jan](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6051457&startDate=2026-01-29&endDate=2026-01-30) [This weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6051457&startDate=30%2F01%2F2026&endDate=01%2F02%2F2026)[30 Jan - 1 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6051457&startDate=30%2F01%2F2026&endDate=01%2F02%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6051457&startDate=06%2F02%2F2026&endDate=08%2F02%2F2026)[6 Feb - 8 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6051457&startDate=06%2F02%2F2026&endDate=08%2F02%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![Glenveagh Castle in glenveagh nationalpark](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6086143/66bfd922-01ac-43ae-b5d0-1515a9b86b0a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Glenveagh National Park Blanketed in forests, mountains, woodland and water meadows, Glenveagh National Park is one of the primary attractions in County Donegal. The park is particularly popular with hikers, owing to its combination of untamed natural beauty, challenging trails and sculpted gardens – the latter of which are part of the 19th century Glenveagh Castle. The park covers an impressive 66 square miles of countryside. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Glenveagh-National-Park-Glenveagh.d6086143.Attraction) ![Donegal castle, in the homonymous town and county, Ireland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6183115/0dc87bc4-cb5f-4554-b65c-8ff4a3783b78.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Donegal Castle You can learn about the history of Donegal with a trip to Donegal Castle. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Donegal-Castle-Donegal.d6183115.Attraction) ![Lovely place for a nice walk with a great view all around you. Even on a dull day.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5005/6495cf2b-ff15-4afc-b661-c53b90f33d28.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Rossnowlagh Beach If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Rossnowlagh Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Rossnowlagh. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Rossnowlagh-Beach-Rossnowlagh.d6086099.Attraction) ![Nearing the summit of Mount Errigal #ireland #travel #FindingTheUniverse ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6086139/1e73695b-05d1-4f0a-b82d-b330962cda3d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mount Errigal The tallest of the Seven Sisters in County Donegal, Mount Errigal is part of the larger Derryveagh Mountain Range and is considered to be one of the most iconic mountains in Ireland. Situated in the remote north-west of Ireland, Mount Errigal lies in the country’s most sparsely populated region, making this an exquisite place to escape. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Mount-Errigal-Dunlewy.d6086139.Attraction) ![Knocknarea showing tranquil scenes and mountains](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6174722/472a0452-01da-480a-a621-e7c74dbb29fa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Knocknarea This distinctive flat-topped hill and its mysterious summit cairn have been prominent landmarks in County Sligo’s folklore and culture for millennia. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Knocknarea-Sligo.d6174722.Attraction) ![Strandhill Beach featuring a beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6086031/6d595c12-4606-4267-aa56-2efbc6f119ba.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Strandhill Beach Surf the legendary breaks or stroll along the sandy beach bordering the western flank of Knocknarea on the Cúil Irra peninsula. 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