REVEALED: Kilkenny destination takes second spot in list of best countryside retreats in Ireland
The rankings were calculated by measuring popularity by a unique index score - generated by the number of hashtags each location has racked up on Instagram, as well as Google and Tripadvisor reviews
The best scenic retreats that you can book this year in Ireland have been ranked by Betway, and a Kilkenny destination has come in at second place.
Adare Manor in Limerick takes the top spot. This award-winning destination is nestled within 840 acres of idyllic parkland and has stylish interiors, a top-rated spa and even a Michelin-star restaurant.
In second place is the Newpark Hotel right here in Kilkenny. Perched on the edge of medieval Kilkenny City, this hotel is steeped in rich history and has 132 luxury rooms to pick from.
The Escape Spa offers a wide range of treatments, as well as an outdoor infinity pool. Plus, you can choose to dine at Scott's Bar & Bistro, which serves up gourmet food using the best local produce, or Gulliver's Restaurant, which is a more intimate spot for couples.
Cliff at Lyons in Kildare comes in third place. This boutique hotel is a countryside retreat and showcases the true beauty of Ireland’s lush greenery. Each of the 38 rooms boast unique designs and are spread out across different historic buildings.
The rankings were calculated by measuring popularity by a unique index score - generated by the number of hashtags each location has racked up on Instagram, as well as Google and Tripadvisor reviews - with the lower the overall index score, the higher the ranking.
Top 5 - 1) Adare Manor, 2) Newpark Hotel, 3) Cliff at Lyons, 4) Clontarf Castle Hotel and 5) Ballyfin Demesne.