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20th Dec 2016

5 Amazing Irish Getaways You Can Get On The Cheap Right Now

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In need of a break but lacking in funds? You’re not alone.

However, it’s far cheaper to get away than you may think. There’s always tons of sites running amazing deals on staycations on Ireland, so here’s our pick of some that are available to purchase at the moment.

Pack your bags!

Liss Ard Estate

Liss Ard is an absolutely gorgeous spot in West Cork, complete with walled gardens, woodland trails, a lake and located super close to Skibbereen village. You can go fishing or kayaking on the lake, or just lounge around in bathrobes for the weekend. 

And the best part? You can get an overnight stay for two for just €99 on Groupon.

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Mulroy Woods Hotel

Located along the North Atlantic coast, Mulroy Woods Hotel is a 25-minute drive from Glenveagh National Park in Donegal, and 15 minutes away from the beach at Rathmullan.

For the insane price of €50 you get one night stay for two with a glass of wine each, and late check out at 1pm the following day. You can also bump the booking up to two nights for €80 in total. 

Sure you’re practically making money!

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Lakeside Holidays

This is the perfect outdoorsy break for anyone looking to reconnect with nature. Lakeside Holidays are located in the 18th century village of Mountshannon, on the shores of Lough Derg.

The self-catering cottages sleep up to six people, and you can get them for the following deadly prices at the moment.

  • €139 for 3 nights, valid 1-30 Sept 2016
  • €159 for 5 nights, valid 1-30 Sept 2016
  • €195 for 7 nights, valid 1-30 Sept 2016
  • €399 for 7 nights, valid 1 Jul-31 Aug 2016

So, who’s in?

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The Lodge at Ashford Castle

Overlooking the waters of Lough Corrib, the 19th century The Lodge at Ashford Castle is simply beautiful, and comes with a wide variety of outdoor activities such as golf, tennis, cycling, kayaking and horseback-riding on the 350 acres of Ashford Castle’s estate.

The rooms are endlessly glam complete  with LCD TVs, DVD players, king-size beds, complimentary toiletries, Egyptian cotton bed linen and en-suite bathrooms with walk-in shower, plush bathrobes and slippers.

Aaaaand two of you can stay at this Mayo spot with breakfast, late check-out, a cruise around Lough Corrib, 10% off treatments at the beauty rooms and complimentary bottle of wine if you dine in Wilde’s Restaurant for the deadly prices below.

  • €147 for 1 night, valid Sun-Wed
  • €249 for 2 nights, valid Sun-Tue 
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4* Shandon Hotel & Spa

Outdoor Canadian hot tub? Sauna? Swimming pool? Stunning views of the Wild Atlantic Way? Yaaaassssss.

You’ll be in the lap of luxury at this jaw-dropping hotel. Each deal below includes a stay for two in standard double or twin sea view room, with full Irish breakfast and glass of bubbly.

  • €169 for 2 nights (29% off)
  • €245 for 3 nights (31% off)
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Get in!

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