Returning to screens this August is everyone’s favourite deadpan teen, and fans are once again being inspired and embracing moody escapes. The trend ‘Set-Jetting’ was identified back in 2023 by Expedia Group’s Unpack report and is evidently only growing. Two-thirds of travellers say on-screen entertainment influences where they go, and 16%[1] say it’s even more influential than it was in 2023. With season 2 being shot in the Republic of Ireland Hotels.com, has found a surge in searches for the Emerald Isle with a 20%[2] year-over-year increase since the release of the second season trailer.

To celebrate the premiere and help fans live out their gothic daydreams, Hotels.com has curated a collection of Ireland’s most atmospheric stays. These castles and historic hotels offer the perfect blend of eerie elegance, haunted history, and brooding beauty, ideal for anyone who prefers their holidays with a hint of the supernatural and a wardrobe of monochrome.

The second season has cast a spotlight on the country’s misty landscapes and medieval architecture. If you’re looking for a place where a certain gothic icon might check in, these are the trending hotels you might want to step into…if you dare.

Kinnitty Castle, County Offaly (+60% year-over-year increase in searches)

Nestled at the foot of the Slieve Bloom Mountains, Kinnitty Castle is a 13th-century fortress that oozes gothic grandeur. Once an abbey, the castle has endured fire, rebellion, and restoration, its storied past echoing through candlelit halls and turreted towers. Guests have even reported encounters with a resident monk who still roams the corridors. With its medieval architecture and spectral charm, it’s the kind of place where a brooding teen might feel right at home. Prices start at £167 per night.[3]

Ballyseede Castle, County Kerry (+25% year-over-year increase in searches)

Set on 30 acres of private woodland, Ballyseede Castle is as elegant as it is eerie. With a storied history and a ghost named Hilda who appears annually, it’s a place where the past lingers in every creaky floorboard. The antique-filled rooms and aristocratic air offer just the right amount of mystery for those who prefer their holidays with a side of the supernatural. Prices start at £188 per night[4].

Clontarf Castle Hotel, Dublin (+30% year-over-year increase in searches)

A medieval fortress turned boutique hotel, Clontarf Castle blends ancient drama with modern luxury. Think vaulted ceilings, moody lighting, and interiors that wouldn’t look out of place in a gothic novel. Located just outside Dublin’s city centre, it’s the perfect setting for anyone who enjoys dramatic stone walls and a touch of theatrical flair. Prices start at £139 per night.[5]

Cabra Castle, County Cavan (+100% year-over-year increase in searches)

With ivy-covered walls and a tragic love story woven into its history, Cabra Castle is a gothic revival dream. Legend has it that the castle is haunted by a servant girl who fell in love with a nobleman, a tale of heartbreak that still echoes through its shadowy halls. It’s the kind of place where romance and mystery meet in all the right ways. Prices start at £157 per night.[6]

Whether you’re chasing ghost stories or simply craving a stay with serious atmosphere, you can use the likes of Price Alerts on Hotels.com to keep you savvy. Just don’t forget to pack your black boots and a healthy dose of sarcasm.

Book your gothic getaway now at uk.hotels.com.

[1] Expedia Group analysed first-party travel data, insights from 25,000 travellers, and the latest industry innovation to “unpack” the eight noteworthy travel trends for 2025.

[2] Based on lodging searches made on hotels.com between 21 April 2025 to 20 July 2025, for travel between 1 June 2025 to 31 December 2025, compared to the same period in 2024.

[3] Based on a standard room, as of 28 July 2025. Prices may vary.

[4] Based on two travellers sharing between 7-8 October. The price is correct as of 28 July 2025.

[5] Based on two travellers sharing between 3-4 November. The price is correct as of 28 July 2025.

[6] Based on two travellers sharing between 13-14 August. The price is correct as of 28 July 2025.