Copy of 4. TrooRa The Emerald Issue ‘19

Ireland’s Luxury Castle Hotels Written By: Daniella Schoeman

A s a child, I often dreamed of living in a castle—wandering the many halls, admiring the vast rooms, finding secret passages, and exploring the beautiful gardens or surrounding forests. Stories from the Brothers Grimm and other fantasy tales seemed to come alive as my parents and I visited castles during our memorable holidays in Europe. Nowhere is the history and preservation of castles more entwined with a country’s culture than in Ireland.

There are literally thousands of castles and manor homes regally placed throughout the lush green countryside of the Emerald Isle. And, luckily for us, some of these spectacular estates have been converted into magical, luxury hotels. If you’re ready for the royal treatment, let’s head inside Ireland’s luxury castle hotels. CONTINUED

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