Amidst the charm of Ennis, Old Ground Hotel offers a tranquil retreat with two on-site restaurants serving breakfast to dinner and kids' meals. Unwind in the garden or explore the nearby Ennis Friary; take advantage of high-speed WiFi, a library, and dry cleaning services.
Midwestern Regional Hospital - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
Dromoland Castle Golf and Country Club - 9 min drive - 11.8 km
Quin Abbey - 11 min drive - 11.8 km
Getting around
Shannon (SNN) - 24 min drive
Ennis Station - 7 min walk
Sixmilebridge Station - 19 min drive
Gort Station - 26 min drive
Restaurants
BB's Coffee & Muffins - 6 min walk
Poet's Corner Bar - 1 min walk
Preachers Pub - 5 min walk
The Market Bar & Restaurant - 5 min walk
Milano - 4 min walk
About this property
Old Ground Hotel
Located near a train station, Old Ground Hotel is a great choice for a stay in Ennis. The gastropub is a great place to grab a drink, and guests looking for a bite to eat can visit Town Hall Bistro, one of 2 restaurants, which serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Other highlights include a terrace and a garden. The helpful staff and overall property condition get good marks from fellow travellers.
Languages
English, Polish
At a glance
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Hotel size
105 rooms
Arranged over 5 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is noon
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
No on-site parking
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Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7 AM–10 AM
2 restaurants
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Coffee/tea in a common area
24-hour room service
Travelling with children
Children's menu
What to do
Golfing nearby
Working away
Business centre
3 meeting rooms
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free newspapers in reception
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Multilingual staff
Facilities
Built in 1700
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
Library
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Lift
Room amenities
Be entertained
Premium TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Bathrobes
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Blackout curtains
Free cot/infant bed
Free rollaway/extra bed
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Separate sitting area
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Special features
Dining
Town Hall Bistro – This bistro serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. A children's menu is available.
Poets Corner – This gastropub serves lunch, dinner and light fare. A children's menu is available. Open daily.
Brendan O Regan Restauran – This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, dinner and light fare. A children's menu is available. Open daily.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 16.00 for adults and EUR 8.50 for children
Late checkout can be arranged for an extra charge of EUR 30.00
Policies
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, Eurocard
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
National rating
Rating provided by Fáilte Ireland, the National Tourism Development Authority of Ireland, source of official star ratings for accommodation.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Old Ground Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Old Ground Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Old Ground Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Old Ground Hotel?
Sorry, there's no on-site parking at Old Ground Hotel.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Old Ground Hotel?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge of EUR 30.00.
What is there to do at Old Ground Hotel and nearby?
Old Ground Hotel has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Old Ground Hotel?
Yes, there are 2 on-site restaurants.
What's the area around Old Ground Hotel like?
Old Ground Hotel is in the heart of Ennis, a short 7-minute walk from Ennis Station and 8 minutes' walk from Ennis Friary.
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Old Ground Hotel Reviews
Reviews
9.2
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Staff & service
9.4/10
Amenities
9.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
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Restaurant
Bar
Food
Pub
Location
Lobby
Bathroom
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What guests liked
The restaurant and dining options were excellent, offering great food, good value, and a variety of choices. (9 reviews)
Breakfast was fresh, good quality, and worth the money. (5 reviews)
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
14 Jun 2025
Awesome accomodation and room after a long flight!
Paul
Paul, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
24 Feb 2025
Great location.
Friendly staff, good food & great location.
Jon
Jon, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
17 Apr 2025
The staff were excellent and inviting
susanne
susanne, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
7 Apr 2025
This hotel is lovely and beautifully maintained. The staff here is great!
Debra
Debra, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
16 Apr 2025
Lovely, clean and right in the heart of Ennis. Staff was extremely helpful and friendly.
Maria
Maria, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
28 Mar 2025
Our stay in the Old Ground Hotel was very pleasant. Staff were very helpful and the hotel was very cozy. Also very central for shopping etc
Kathleen
Kathleen, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
7 Apr 2025
Our room was really nice and much bigger than we expected! The staff were very helpful in answering any of our questions and it was located very close to the bus station and right in town.
Kassidy
Kassidy, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
17 Jul 2024
Great location, friendly staff, comfortable rooms and a delicious breakfast!
Jeanne
Jeanne, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
11 Feb 2025
Love this hotel . The beds are incredibly comfortable and the rooms spacious. The staff are very friendly.
zoe
zoe, 6-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
22 Apr 2025
Very pleasant experience
Robert
Robert, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
28 Dec 2024
Cosy hour with great location and staff
We had a family trip to Ennis and loved every minute . Hotel was right in downtown and had a great restaurant and bar inside. Great hotel
sean
sean, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
14 Nov 2024
Loved the hotel and proximity to the town. Very walkable.
Barb
Barb, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
16 Mar 2025
Very close to shopping area and historic sites. Some construction around but not a problem
Emery
Emery, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
2 Apr 2025
This property is centrally located with pedestrian only streets directly out the back door (the pub door is on the main road!) The beds were comfy and room was clean. We loved being greeted by OG, the cat! Staff were excellent. All in all, a great stay and base for exploring county clare!
Logan
Logan, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
1 Nov 2023
Great hotel, great staff, great location
Karl
Karl, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
15 Jul 2024
Very friendly, helpful staff, especially at the front desk
Verified traveller
3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
21 Nov 2024
Great staff
James F
James F, 6-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
21 Feb 2023
Favorite place to stay in Ennis
Beautiful historical hotel located in downtown Ennis.
Karen
Karen, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
5 Oct 2023
We only stayed one night but everything was excellent. The location is great too!
Robert
Robert, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
14 Dec 2023
Very quaint hotel (cozy rooms and lobby) with friendly and helpful staff.
Mikah
10/10 Exceptional
16 Nov 2022
Very nice accommodations
Delora
Delora, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
17 Apr 2024
Nice rooms, modern bathrooms.
Henry
Henry, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
25 Aug 2024
The Hotel was lovely but the pub was amazing. Irish music till midnight and packed with locals and tourists all chatting.
Kathryn
Kathryn, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
2 Jun 2024
Lovely hotel and staff, good feud and music very centrally located in old town