Old Ground Hotel

Hotels
8.9 (1581 reviews)
O' Connell Street , Ennis , ie

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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

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Groups

    When booking more than 8 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 1 year old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children from 2 years old to 12 years old stay for € 25 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.9
Based on 1581 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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Jill • couple • us
9
Very enjoyable stay in Ennis. Close to everything and comfortable.
Pros:

Very cozy cute hotel. Really liked the outdoor seating area.

Cons:

our first room did not have a/c but we were ablet to switch rooms for next two nights

2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Toomas • couple • gb
10
2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Aurelian Ion • family_with_children • lu
9
Excellent hotel - highly recommend
Pros:

Really nice hotel, great location, spotless clean, very tasty breakfast

Cons:

All was good

2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Orla • solo_traveller • ie
10
2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Karen • couple • ie
4
2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
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DENISE • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
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Graham • solo_traveller • ie
8
Pros:

There was a varied breakfast menu and my choices over my stay were all excellent.

2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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bettina • family_with_children • de
9
Für einen Ausflug zu den Cliffs of Moher ideal zum stilvollen Übernachten.
Pros:

Tolles Frühstück in stilvoller Athmosphäre. Schlafzimmer sind klimatisiert.

Cons:

Die Anfahrt über das Navi ist sehr schwierig, da die Innenstadt an manchen Tagen mit Bollern gesicherist.

2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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Michael • solo_traveller • ie
8
2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Beatrice • solo_traveller • ch
10
2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Melody • couple • us
9
Pros:

Lovely setting

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Brian • solo_traveller • gb
3
Lack of hot water, cold food, but excellent staff & great location
Pros:

Location & staff, who had excellent customer service

Cons:

A lack of hot water for showers & basin, no air conditioning in my room and a cold “hot” breakfast.

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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June • solo_traveller • ie
9
Pros:

Very central location. Lovely atmosphere and friendly staff.

2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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Casebeer • couple • us
10
A fun splurge with lovely amenities and right in the middle of the Old Town
Pros:

Beautiful hotel, grounds, and room. A beautiful king sized bed. Air conditioning!!

2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Aisling • couple • ie
8
2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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CARLOS GONZALEZ • solo_traveller • es
9
UN BUEN HOTEL
Pros:

Sin duda la limpieza.
Tiene una terraza-jardín muy acogedora para tomar un aperitivo.
También destaca su decoración.

Cons:

Lo único que no me gustó fue la ausencia de una pequeña nevera en la habitación.

2026-07-14 • via Nuitee
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Kevin • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Great room and great breakfast

Cons:

Service in the outside bar terrace area is patchy

2026-07-14 • via Nuitee
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Nicola • solo_traveller • de
8
Pleasant country hotel in the middle of town
Pros:

The hotel is situated in the middle of Ennis. It has a lovely garden and the pub at the front of the hotel is welcoming and the food is good. Staff were very helpful so that we could have supper in the garden. The room was well equipped and a generous size.
Plenty of parking spaces.

Cons:

It's a bit difficult to find by car. Google maps very misleading and the entrance to the car park not properly signposted.
Hotel is used by a lot of tour groups but the staff does take care that individual travellers don't get overlooked.

2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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Denise • family_with_children • ch
9
Hübsches historisches Hotel in zentraler Lage
Pros:

Ein sehr schönes Hotel mit Liebe zum Detail. Man gühlt sich sehr wohl. Die Lage ist sehr zentral und quasi in der Fussgängerzone. Das Personal ist sehr freundlich. Die Zimmer waren sehr ansprechend und gross. Unsere Zimmer 107 und 109 lagen zum Parkplatz und waren schön ruhig. Alles war sehr sauber. Das Frühstück war sehr gut. Warme Speisen kann man aus der Karte wählen. Dazu gibt es ein kleines Büffet. Das Restaurant konnten wir aus zeitlichen Gründen nicht besuchen, was wir bedauert haben. Es sah sehr vielversprechend aus.

Cons:

Die Anfahrt zum Hotel gestaltet sich nicht ganz einfach. An der Rezeption haben wir dann den Tipp bekommen, die Schule nebenan als Ziel im Navi einzugeben, damit man nicht in der Fussgängerzone landet. Der Hotelparkplatz ist zwar gross, aber man findet trotzdem am Abend nur mit viel Glück noch einen Parkplatz. Dusche und Badewanne ist zusammen. Der Einstieg ist sehr hoch und für eingeschränkte Personen wohl schwierig. Im Zimmer werden nur 2 kleine Flaschen Wasser zur Verfügung gestellt. In anderen Hotels haben wir zumindest 5 dl Flaschen bekommen.

2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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Adele • couple • us
9
Pros:

Plenty of parking for car travelers. Good location to access Cliffs of Moher. Several restaurants near hotel, too.

Cons:

Full breakfast not included in cost of stay (which was unusual compared to the several other hotels we stayed in on this trip).

2026-07-12 • via Nuitee