Family hotels and homes in Wicklow County

On Ireland’s beautiful east coast, Powerscourt Hotel is a 5-star hotel tucked away in the woodlands of County Wicklow. There are stunning spa facilities and an award-winning restaurant, Sika.

Opulently furnished rooms all have marble baths, separate rainforest showers and featherbeds. Many rooms have floor-to-ceiling windows, panoramic views and terraces. All have a seating area and free Wi-Fi. My recent stay at Powerscourt Hotel was elevated to new heights, thanks to a truly heartwarming and thoughtful gesture from the manager. Celebrating my birthday during this luxurious retreat was made even more special by the unique touch of personalised attention. Upon returning to my room after a day of exploring the grounds, I was met with a delightful surprise—a beautifully adorned table featuring a small, delicious birthday cake. The attention to detail was impeccable, and it was evident that the manager had gone above and beyond to make this moment memorable. It was a delightful treat, and the accompanying birthday card added a warm, personal touch that left a lasting impression. What made this experience truly exceptional was the manager's genuine effort to ensure that my birthday was celebrated in a way that surpassed my expectations. This small but meaningful act not only showcased the manager's attention to detail but also reflected the overall ethos of Powerscourt Hotel—a dedication to making each guest feel special and valued. It's these personalised touches that set this establishment apart, creating a lasting connection and ensuring that every guest feels like a VIP.

Boasting a garden and views of inner courtyard, Sunriseview Cottages is a recently renovated chalet situated in Wicklow, 5.8 km from Wicklow Gaol. There is a private entrance at the chalet for the convenience of those who stay. The chalet also features free WiFi, free private parking and facilities for disabled guests. The location was great for our family as we were looking for some solitude with an ability to enjoy Wicklow, Greystones and Dublin. The cottage had great space, was well appointed and had very comfortable beds.

Aughavannagh Yurt Glamping, a property with a garden and barbecue facilities, is situated in Aughrim, 34 km from Mount Wolseley (Golf), 35 km from Wicklow Gaol, as well as 40 km from Carlow Golf Club. Featuring mountain and garden views, this luxury tent also offers free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is located 20 km from Glendalough Monastery. This little hidden gem absolutely exceeded my expectations. Though at first the price seems high, when you think of what you would get from a travellodge or similar, then paying for extras link breakfast and drinks, there wasn't much difference for our family of four. The location is spectacular and you feel very much in the wild. We stayed for a night to break up a visit with family and as a Christmas treat and what a treat it was. The yurt is toasty warm thanks to the wood pellet stove, though the outdoor toilet in -7 degrees was a bit chilly! There were heated blankets in the beds though we ended up not needing them. The children loved the outdoor space, the fairy doors, whimsical tree house and mud kitchen. What made it so special for us was the view of the night sky, I don't think I have ever seen so many stars and to fall asleep looking at that through the skylight was so special. The hosts have supplied so many home comforts inside the yurt too, hot chocolate and teas and coffee, a box of board games, books and home made ornaments to compliment the space. The microwave and outdoor fire pit BBQ allowed us to cook a lovely meal and then breakfast was superb, continental style with eggs probably from the chickens in the coop nearby! Would I go back? ABSOLUTELY!

Cracatinni Mews is situated in Roundwood, 16 km from National Garden Exhibition Centre, 17 km from Powerscourt House & Gardens, as well as 19 km from Wicklow Gaol. This apartment provides free private parking, private check-in and check-out and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is located 11 km from Glendalough Monastery. The apartment was very comfortable with everything necessary to look after yourselves for a longer stay. We had booked one night at the end of our trip and took the opportunity to just rest but there was so much more we could have done in the area. Bernie was an amazingly good hostess checking in to make sure we had everything we needed and providing a delicious breakfast.

Situated 12 km from Glendalough Monastery, Croneybyrne Courtyard offers 4-star accommodation in Clara and has a garden. There is a private entrance at the holiday home for the convenience of those who stay. The holiday home also features free WiFi, free private parking and facilities for disabled guests.

The holiday home provides a children's playground for guests with children. A water park is available off-site, and cycling can be enjoyed within close proximity of Croneybyrne Courtyard. Lovely historic buildings and garden, lush vegetation, full range of amenities, on-site washer /dryer, secluded, easy access to Dublin, Wicklow, Ashford, Rathdrum.

Featuring a garden and views of garden, Clone Country House is a guest house situated in a historic building in Aughrim, 30 km from Glendalough Monastery. This 5-star guest house offers a housekeeping service and a shared lounge. There is a sun terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking. The location is great. Very calm and green area The atmosphere is unique

Set in Ashford, 6.6 km from Wicklow Gaol, Chester Beatty Inn offers accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. Offering a bar, the property is located within 15 km of National Garden Exhibition Centre. The hotel also provides free WiFi as well as a paid airport shuttle service. Lovely people, nice beds, perfect breakfast

Overlooking the Wicklow Mountains and Blessington Lakes, the award-winning Abhainn Ri Cottages offers self-catering accommodation with free WiFi and free onsite parking. Located in Wicklow, the houses are just 40-minute drive from central Dublin. It is just absolutely beautiful place

On Rathdrum’s main street offering free parking, the award-winning Stirabout Lane B&B provides spacious rooms, free Wi-Fi, and home-cooked breakfasts. The famous monastery of Glendalough is just 15 minutes’ drive away. This was our favorite place to stay in Ireland. Daphne is so kind and full of positive energy, very welcoming. The room was so cosy and cute and the bathroom was so fancy. We loved the tea set in our room, the bed was super comfortable. Breakfast was delicious, many options to choose from. The whole place looks and feels so much better in real life than in the photos. We were sad we were only staying for that one night.

Set 3.3 km from National Garden Exhibition Centre, Modern Duplex in Greystones offers accommodation in Greystones with access to a fitness room. This property offers access to a patio, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is situated 2.7 km from Greystones South Beach.

For guests with children, the apartment features a baby safety gate and a children's playground. The acomodation is exactly as shown in the photos and was beautifully clean. It is situated in a quiet, spacious green tree-lined part of town with parking at the front door. It is a short drive to many attractions in the nearby Wicklow area.