Old Ground Hotel Ennis

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O'Connell St Ennis, County Clare, Ireland, 353-65-6828127

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Ennis, County Clare

Today we left Kilrush and moved to The Old Ground Hotel in Ennis for the O'Dea Clan Gathering. Before we left Kilrush we visited the Shanakyle Old Graveyard where we found several O'Dea graves - more puzzle pieces to try and fit in. We stopped at Fanny O'Deas for lunch, which was a disappointingly bad meal. Later we were told that you can no longer buy the egg flips the pub was famous for. Once in Ennis we caught up with some of our Australian O'Dea "cousins" for dinner.

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Ennis, County Clare

This morning we arrived early enough at Bunratty Castle Folk Park to be amongst the first there - easy to park and then to move around the park. We spent several hours there looking at the various examples of Irish buildings. We spent over an hour in the school house listening to two very interesting people relating their experiences growing up and their knowledge of how the Irish had lived until the past 40-50 years. The man, Michael, said if they looked at the girls they got the strap. His ...

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Ennis, County Clare

The Clan visited Dysert O'Dea Castle and had photos taken in front of it. Last time individuals were able to have photos taken with their own cameras but that didn't happen this time. Most also took a tour through the long wet grass to the Abbey, in ruins, and the Cross of Dysert nearby. We went to John O'Dea's pub for a get together. There James O'Dea, the Clan Chairman, asked Tom to take over the Clan website. Not surprisingly Tom agreed. He doesn't yet know any details but there is still a...

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Ennis, County Clare

Michael had a great night last night in the hotel's pub, "The Poets Corner", where some of the Clan kicked on until a bit after 03:00. Michael seemed fine at breakfast but he could be having a quiet day today as we decided to skip the tour to the Cliffs of Moher and the Burren as we had been there, in much better weather, earlier in the week. Tom has used the afternoon to process his photos and relax while Ruth also worked on the PC. While at the Gathering Tom has been taking all opportunitie...

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Ennis

This morning we attended the Clan Triennial General Meeting then Tom and Ruth went to the Family history section of the Clare County Library in Ennis and again found nothing relevant to the family. There were several O'Deas there and one non O'Dea working quietly at the same table. After a few hours she told us that she is writing a paper and gave us the name of a Kilrush O'Dea who she said was very knowledgeable. Such is our luck that we had already made contact with him through Mary O'Dea i...

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Top marks for The Old Ground

from A TripAdvisor Member
We have just returned from Southern Ireland and a short stay at "The Old Ground" in Ennis, County Clare. We chose this hotel on recommendation of Trip Advisor, and were not disapponted. The town itself is beautifully preserved as a thriving market town. All the shops, bars and restaurants are individually owned and full of character. The hotel, right in the middle of town and opposite the handsome Parish Church is a lively bustling mix of guests. Rooms are all renovated to modern standards with good bathroom facilities. The public rooms provide a comfy slightly shabby haven for meeting friends to catch up on the day's activities. Food is served in the O'Brian Restaurant, a comprehensive menu, reasonably priced, served with a smile, and suffice for the largest appetetite. Breakfast too was well cooked, varied and efficiently served.

In all, "The Old Ground" is well worth a visit, and can be contacted personally by email for current offers.

Hotel Reception Staff, rude, unhelpful

from A TripAdvisor Member
Hello ----

Some travelers report this was a charming place and we can see how it could be so but some staff interactions convince us to not to patronize this hotel again.

Its convenient location and exterior building style atrracted us - Paid more than USD 270 per night for a smaller suite. After being at 4 star country inns and B&Bs, we were shocked by the reception staff! And it wasn't just one person - at most we asked 1-2 simple questions daily. //// The front desk staff were Irish natives and we were shocked not to see smiles and a warm welcome.

Example: we couldnt locate the hairdryer - when I called the desk and asked, "we can't find the hairdryer, where is it stored?" The reception person responded flatly, "it's in the drawer". Then I asked, "which drawer?", as there were several drawers - "I dont know" was her response with no apology or offer to assist us.

A pretty straightforward request that was handled poorly - there are other examples but you get the picture. The staff seems unduly rushed also, even when there is no queue.

The paint fumes in the hallway drifitng into our room didnt help either.

In their black smocks/jackets, they looked like sullen distracted workers or morticians.

As international travelers, we pride ourselves on flexibility and we don't expect other places to imitate US hotel 100% - our expectations werent out of wack.

Next time: we'll try the Temple Gate Hotel, also mid-town.

The place to stay in Ennis

from A TripAdvisor Member
I can't really fault this hotel. We had a huge room overlooking the Cathedral. The room was well appointed and spotless. The public rooms are all charming, and the food, which is served in 3 dining areas was absolutely brilliant. We ate evening meals in the Poets Corner (the hotel bar) and the Town Hall (the bistro). Breakfast is served in the main restaurant. All are well used by the locals and it doesn't take a genius to figure out why.

We spend a lot of time in Ireland, but this was our first stop in Ennis. I suppose the fact that we were in a good hotel had an influence, but the place is really buzzing, and the nightlife is excellent. We will definitely be back.

Great hotel, great location, fantastic food

from A TripAdvisor Member
We have just stayed at the Old Ground for a short break in December and it was lovely. The hotel is just a stone's throw from the main shopping area and centre of Ennis. Although parts of the Hotel date back a hundred years or so, the rooms are very spacious and have every modern convenience. Our room overlooked the local Cathedral (which is currently undergoing some restoration but that still didn't spoil the view). The food is fabulous. We dined in the main restaurant (O'Brien's) and the bistro (The Town Hall) and both were excellent - 5 star in fact. We also had a few drinks in the pub, which had live Irish bands on Thursday and Friday (we left on the Saturday lunchtime but I think there is music on most weekends). The staff were all very friendly and really helpful. There are no swimming pools, Jacuzzis, gyms or beauty treatment at this hotel but I would definitely recommend it if you want to just chill out and relax with good food, good wine and a bit of local music.

Loved this Hotel!!!!!!

from Kaiolohiakids
My husband & I stayed here last week (Oct-31-Nov 2, 2004) We had a fabulous room that could have held a family! It overlooked the garden. The furnishings were beautiful- had a wonderful shower!

The staff was outstanding (especially Fiona!) Breakfast was superb in a great dining room. The pub in the hotel was super. The location was great-right in the town which was also great for both shopping & sightseeing.

Next trip to Ireland, we will arrive in Shannon & head straight for the Old Ground Hotel. We did mainly B&Bs this trip, which were also great, but this hotel was superb!

Impressed

from Curry
The room (double) was extremely comfortable with one double and single bed, plenty of room to open a suitcase. The hotel is located in the town centre. It appears this hotel is very popular (even in October and November), so maybe a booking is something to consider. Breakfast was included in the rate, payed 105 euros in late October - breakfast was reasonable without being spectacular.

Loved the Old Ground

from A TripAdvisor Member
I stayed at the Old Ground in October 2002 and unless things have changed dramatically since then I would recommend it highly. The rooms were comfortable and immaculate, the staff very friendly and helpful. The food in the dining room is good, Ireland not being a place you'd go to for gourmet meals. There is also an excellent pub in the hotel, The Poet's Corner. Ennis itself is a charming town and the Old Ground is right in the middle for easy walking in all directions.

The Old Ground

from finbarireland
I am really sorry to see a bad review of the Old Ground Hotel as I Both my partner and I have just returned from one of the most delighful weekends we have had in years. I do know that the hotel has just reopened after six months of refurbishment but it has returned to its original charm and has maintained a class of it;s own which I really believe is unmatched in Ireland. There is a welcome feeling from the moment you reach the reception till the moment you leave. I found the rooms a delight so airy and spacious with a beautiful piece of local sculpture in each room and the service from all staff was impeccable. The food in the Town Hall was truly AMAZING>i had fillets of monkfish that tasted as though they had just been caught. The Decor of the restaurtnat leads itself to be anywhere in the World. I am sorry to go on but I had to reply.

Big Disappointment

from A TripAdvisor Member
My husband and I stayed at the Old Ground Hotel on April 22, 2004. I was advised at the time I made our reservation that they were closing for renovations and would be re-opened in time for our stay. Wrongfully, I assumed this to mean that their hotel would be fresh and clean at the time of our arrival. Their brochure presented beautiful photographs of an elegant, historic Irish manor. We elected to pay a premium for their King bedroom suite. It was an awful disappointment! Huge water stains on the ceiling. The carpet, bedding and furnishings were severly tattered and stained. I must say that the front desk was responsive in changing our room - which was some bit of an improvement. The pub food in Poets Corner was very good. The construction workers and their materials were a poor sight. I'm not sure what the were actually accomplishing. My first review - I felt compelled!

Wonderful atmosphere!

from A TripAdvisor Member
We stayed at the Old Ground hotel for two nights on November 2003. It is an excellent hotel, the staff was very helpful and courteous and the atmosphere was wonderful. Each morning after a very tasty full Irish breakfast, we brought our coffee to the lobby area to sit in front of the fire before heading out for the day. The first night, after having a bite to eat in Ennis, we walked back to the hotel which is located right in the town center and there were several people in a booth in the pub playing traditional music. We slept very well as the room was very quiet, they are currently working on the building but this did not cause any problems as we were out during the day. The room is complete with a safe and a tea and coffee center. The Old Ground hotel is about 25 minutes from Shannon airport, 45 minutes from the Cliffs of Mohr and about an hour from the Rock of Cashel. I highly recommend this hotel and will be staying there every time I fly out of Shannon. I really cant say enough about this hotel, it has an atmosphere that is truly welcoming and charming.
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