Old Ground Hotel

Hotels
8.9 (1637 reviews)
O' Connell Street , Ennis , IE
+353 65 682 8127

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Business center
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Cons:
Food quality issues
Inconsistent room quality

Categories

Cleanliness
8.49
Room was spotless, but an issue with toilet flushing reported.
Service
9.46
Staff were friendly and helpful throughout the stay.
Location
9.5
Hotel is centrally located, great for exploring the area.
Room Quality
8.45
Rooms varied in quality; one was excellent while another was mediocre.
Amenities
8.98
On-site parking and good dining options available.
Value for Money
8.94
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Food and Beverage
7.99
Food quality was below expectations; issues with the breakfast service.
Overall Experience
9.36
A great stay overall, with positive sentiments despite some minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-06 12:04

Property Description

Historic Charm
Experience the allure of a bygone era at this 18th-century manor turned luxury hotel. The ivy-clad exterior welcomes you to a blend of old-world charm and modern elegance.

Ideal Location
Nestled in the heart of Ennis, County Clare, our hotel is the perfect base for exploring Ireland's renowned west coast. From the majestic Cliffs of Moher to the captivating Bunratty Folk Park, adventure awaits just moments away.

Cozy Evenings
After a day of sightseeing, unwind in front of the crackling fire as you soak in the picturesque views of Ennis. Let the warmth of our hospitality envelop you, making your stay truly unforgettable.

Book now to indulge in a seamless fusion of history, luxury, and comfort at the Old Ground Hotel.

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: SNN

Location

Guest Reviews

8.9
Based on 1637 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.49
Service: 9.46
Location: 9.5
Room Quality: 8.45
Amenities: 8.98
Value for Money: 8.94
Food and Beverage: 7.99
Overall Experience: 9.36
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Dimitri • solo_traveller • be
10
2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Helen • couple • ie
9
Wonderful location and old world charm.
Pros:

An ideal location for exploring Ennis. Atmospheric lounge areas and wonderfully comfortable bedroom. Friendly personable staff at Reception. Great service for drinks in the garden, in the shadow of the cathedral.

Cons:

Breakfast was less than expected: hot food can be ordered, but cold offerings were very limited: bread but nothing to put on it other than jam.
Staff on breakfast service seemed disinterested: plates piled up on tables, minimal interaction.

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Claire • solo_traveller • ie
9
2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Claire • couple • gb
10
Dreamy!
Pros:

Our stay at the old ground was nothing short of wonderful.
We travelled down from Derry and arrived late, we were surprised by being upgraded to a suite which was out of this world.

The staff couldn’t have been more attentive.

A real treat.

We will definitely be back.

2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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camilla • couple • gb
7
2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Michelangelo • couple • it
9
2026-09-04 • via Nuitee
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Peter • family_with_children • ie
9
2026-09-01 • via Nuitee
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Mary • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

It was very close to all facilities

2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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Michael • couple • ie
8
2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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Robert • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

Perfect

2026-08-30 • via Nuitee
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BEATRICE • couple • it
8
2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
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Colette • couple • ie
7
2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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James • solo_traveller • ie
10
2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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VINCENT • solo_traveller • gb
1
Room I was allocated was already occupied. When I entered the room fortunately the person was not present, but his lugga
Pros:

Its location was good. It had EV Charging stations.

Cons:

Parking, reception area

2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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Claire • solo_traveller • nz
9
Steeped in history with photos of Old Clare on the walls, this clean, tidy and comfortable hotel is in the centre of Enn
Pros:

Steeped in history, the Old Ground Hotel is in the centre of Ennis and close to restaurants, shopping and bus stops. It is clean, tidy, comfortable with lovely breakfasts and helpful staff.

Cons:

Ordering ginger ale and being given half a glass not a full glass.

2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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Patricia • couple • us
10
The Old Ground Hotel, will not disappoint!
Pros:

The reception staff was most accommodating in getting us into our room early, as our flight arrived from the US early. They also upgraded us to a suite, which was lovely. Dinner in the Poets Corner was very nice, good selection, excellent wait staff.

Cons:

For breakfast, they starting clearing the buffet at 9:45 shortly after we got there.

2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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Conor • couple • ie
9
We were there to celebrate an old friends wedding . Lovely country feel to the whole hotel.
Pros:

Room. It was so nice having the suite. Bathroom was wonderful and the extra pillows were fantastic.

Cons:

Nothing.

2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
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Kristi • family_with_children • us
8
Great stopover, clean and comfortable.
Pros:

Rooms were clean and comfortable. Breakfast was good. Easy walk into town and great restaurantts.

Cons:

Parking was tricky, we had to drive around a bit before someone finally moved and we could get the last spot. Wish their pub had had live music that night but easy walk into town.

2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
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Frank • couple • de
8
Ein gutes Hotel im Zentrum
Pros:

Ein nettes Hotel im Stadtzentrum.
Die öffentlichen Bereiche sind Stilvoll und gemütlich.
Parkplätze sind ausreichend vorhanden.
Das Zimmer war nicht ganz wie in der Beschreibung, vor allem gab es die Dusche in der Badewanne.
Alle Mitarbeiter waren sehr freundlich und bemüht.

2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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Robin • couple • ca
7
Beautiful but aging hotel.
Pros:

Beautiful hotel in a central location. Breakfast was fine. The restaurant looked great but we didn't eat there.

Cons:

We were upgraded to a suite which we were pleasantly surprised by; unfortunately it turned out not to be much of an upgrade. The room was isolated and not perfectly maintained (cracks in the bathroom tiles, toilet didn't flush properly).

2026-08-22 • via Nuitee