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The luck of the Irish - More green for less

29th June 2009 Print
The luck of the Irish - More green for less Discover the best the Emerald Isle has to offer with a gift of green in your pocket. Live it up this summer and let Preferred Hotel Group treat you to a little something extra. From chic city breaks to Irish estate escapes, bag yourself a luxe stay plus an on property credit to spend into the bargain.

Stay at one of nine remarkable Irish properties where I Prefer members will receive a €50 (£43) voucher which can be used for anything from a round of golf to a relaxing spa experience or gourmet treat – redemption varies within each property. That famous Irish hospitality includes a hearty breakfast and, when booking online, Members receive an additional booking reward unique to each hotel. With room rates starting from under £100, it’s an opportunity not to be missed.

Hone your golfing skills at Dromoland Castle’s Golf Academy, which offers the most modern golf practice facilities in Ireland, or relax in the authentic Thai Spa at the breathtaking Lough Erne Golf Resort. Sample modern Irish delicacies at the Dylan or dine in high style at The Morrison, both in Dublin. Ireland offers travellers a bounty of temptations. Make your reservation at http://phgoffers.com/travelireland and stay before 30th September 2009 to delight in one of the following experiences:

A Game of Two Rounds

Negotiate the championship course created by Irish golfing legend, J.B. Carr and the great golf course architect, Ron Kirby in the magnificent grounds of Dromoland Castle Hotel. Then toast your success with a round of a different kind in the bar of this Preferred Hotels & Resorts property, which enjoys spectacular lakeside views. Prices start from £214 for a one night stay.

Dine in Style in Dublin

Dine at Halo restaurant at The Morrison Hotel, a sanctuary for travellers in the know. Relax in the John Rocha-designed interiors and be treated to Chef Richie Wilson’s fusion European cuisine, showcasing the very best of Ireland’s artisan produce. The restaurant at Dylan offers modern, delicate Irish food. The hotel exudes elegance whilst renowned Chef Padraic Hayden's high standards are guaranteed to inspire praise. Both hotels are members of the prestigious Preferred Boutique brand. Prices for a one night stay start from £115 at The Morrison Hotel and from £170 at Dylan.

Pamper Perfect

Nestled within County Kerry’s majestic National Park, escape to the magical Muckross Park Hotel and Cloisters Spa, also a member of Preferred Boutique, and experience Rasul; an ancient Arabic method of exfoliation and cleansing. The following two Preferred Hotels & Resorts properties allow you to embrace your inner and outer self; Lough Erne Golf Resort has the only authentic Thai Spa in the UK, which offers panoramic views as well as two championship golf courses situated on their own secluded island.

Indulge with tailor-made Anne Sémonin treatments at The Spa at Castlemartyr Resort, a luxury getaway in East Cork, which features an ingenious blend of aromatic essential oils and marine ingredients with a classic French twist. The property has been restored from an 18th century Georgian manor and is idyllically located amongst 220 acres of mature landscape and meadows. Prices for a one night stay start from £98 at Muckross Park Hotel and Cloisters Spa, from £125 at Lough Erne Golf Resort and from £150 for at Castlemartyr Resort.

Boutique Belfast

Cutting-edge and nestled in the heart of the city centre, The Fitzwilliam Belfast burst onto the scene this spring with an instantly popular hotel bar that offers intimate booths and a lively, friendly atmosphere. A member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts, the hotel is home to vibrant restaurant, Menu, which is directed by Michelin-starred chef Kevin Thornton. Prices start from £100 for a one night stay.

All in One

Test your handicap at one of three fabulous Preferred Hotels & Resorts member properties. The K Club, a 19th-century estate featuring a daring pair of Arnold Palmer-designed layouts. Tee off at the spectacularly designed 18-hole Faldo Course at Lough Erne Golf Resort or opt for the immaculate Castle Hume Course.

Meandering through the countryside of County Laois, The Heritage Championship course at Heritage Golf & Spa Resort celebrates Ireland’s love of the game with beautifully shaped bunkers, five lakes, and a bubbling stream that brings water into play on 10 testing holes. Prices for a one night stay start from £171 at The K Club and from £188 at Heritage Golf & Spa Resort.

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The luck of the Irish - More green for less