| other amenities include wifi access and 2 function rooms, as well as a nightclub and a 400-person ballroom. it's a 3-minute walk from birr castle and 4 km from birr golf club. a former coaching inn, this straightforward lodging dates back to 1747. a complimentary breakfast is provided, and there's an a la carte restaurant, a coffeeshop and a bar with a food menu on-site. check-out time: 12:00 pm. the unpretentious rooms feature en suite bathrooms, tvs, and tea and coffeemaking equipment
Shannon Airport 1 hr 21
Bike Park Ireland (13 min) Roscrea Castle (17 min)
Historic complex that includes a restored medieval castle, walled courtyard & landscaped gardens. Lougha Lough Boora Parklands (19 min) Leap Castle, Ireland (13 min)
This 16th-century fortress, home & tomb with a violent & tragic past is thought to be haunted. Roscrea Heritage - Roscrea Castle and Damer House (18 min) Slieve Bloom Mountains (40 min)
Hiking, biking & horseback riding in a gently undulating landscape dotted with villages & castles. The Leviathan of Parsonstown (8 min) Seir Kieran Monastery (10 min) Redwood Castle (20 min)
Castle and architecture Cumberland Column (1 min) Lackeen Castle (16 min)
Castle and history Birr Castle (8 min)
Scenic castle gardens featuring rare trees and a science centre with a 19th-century telescope. Lough Boora Discovery Park (18 min)
Natural area with tree-shaded walking & biking trails, a fairy trail, fishing & birdwatching. | 
