Old Ground Hotel

4.0 star property
4-star hotel near Ennis Cathedral

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Property grounds
Interior detail
Daily full breakfast for a fee

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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O Connell Street, Ennis, Clare, 0
  • Place, Ennis Cathedral
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Clare Museum
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Ennis Friary
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Shannon (SNN)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Room options

Junior Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

Single Room, 1 Twin Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)
  • 205 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(17 reviews)
  • 205 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

King Deluxe Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Ennis

Heart of Ennis.With a stay at this Ennis hotel, you'll be steps from Ennis Cathedral and within a 10-minute walk of Ennis Friary. Also, Woodstock Golf and Country Club is within 3 miles (5 km) and Quin Abbey is within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Ennis Cathedral - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Clare Museum - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Monuments & Sculptures - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Abbey Street - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Ennis Friary - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Ennis Station - 7 min walk
  • Shannon Airport (SNN) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪bb’s Coffee & Muffins - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Preacher's Pub - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Gate 96 - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Paddy Quin's Traditional Pub - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Milano - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Old Ground Hotel

4-star hotel near Ennis Cathedral
There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/café. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Business amenities include a business center and 3 meeting rooms.

WiFi is free in public spaces. A library, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly Old Ground Hotel.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Ennis hotel.

  • 105 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • 2 dining venues
  • Built in 1700
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
Old Ground Hotel offers 105 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. This Ennis hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access.

Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: EUR 16 for adults and EUR 8.50 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Library

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Premium channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Free rollaway/extra bed

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out fee: EUR 30.00

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free rollaway/extra beds!
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately EUR 16.00 for adults and EUR 8.50 for children
  • Late check-out fee: EUR 30.00

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. 

National rating

Rating provided by Fáilte Ireland, the National Tourism Development Authority of Ireland, source of official star ratings for accommodation.

Property is also known as

Ground Hotel
Old Ground
Old Ground Ennis
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Old Ground Hotel Ennis
The Old Ground Hotel Ennis
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Old Ground Hotel Hotel Ennis

Frequently asked questions

How close is Old Ground Hotel to the airport?

Old Ground Hotel is 14.8 mi (24-min drive) away from the Shannon Airport (SNN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Old Ground Hotel?

As of Jun 5, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Old Ground Hotel on Jun 16, 2026 start from $211, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Old Ground Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Old Ground Hotel.

Does Old Ground Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Old Ground Hotel, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of EUR 16.00 for adults and EUR 8.50 for children. It's available every day from 7 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at Old Ground Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Old Ground Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Old Ground Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Old Ground Hotel have a pool?

Old Ground Hotel does not have a pool.

Does Old Ground Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there are 2 restaurants on site.

Does Old Ground Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Old Ground Hotel to downtown Ennis?

Old Ground Hotel is 0.2 mi away from Ennis.

Old Ground Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 537 out of 782 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 189 out of 782 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 45 out of 782 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 782 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 782 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fast friendly check in, large clean beautiful room, friendly bar service, excellent breakfast with friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

seamus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice rooms, great food, friendly service
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were very comfortable and the staff were extremely polite and professional
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

pam

have stayed at The old ground few times now and loved every visit staff very helpful and friendly husband loves breakfast as freshly cooked thank you all for your service
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Another excellent stay at this hotel, rooms clean, large with all the expected in room items. Dinner and breakfast great value.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Gerard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Every aspect of our stay was simply perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Dr Katrina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff are all very friendly and helpful and excellent customer experience. The food is great- brilliant breakfast selection, great pub food in poet’s corner with live traditional Irish music in the evenings and had my best dinner for a long time in the Town House
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Quentin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tasty food and great location.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Seosamh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff. Quiet clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

JULIAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great food
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Dr Katrina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Warm welcome, room upgrade, great supper despite late arrival and wonderful breakfast and the most amazing Christmas decorations
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

jenni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jeanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, friendly staff, comfortable rooms and a delicious breakfast!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing front desk staff!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

andre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were all fantastic, food in the pub was fab . Only down side was the TV, they seem to have some system that dose not allow you to watch all the channels that are listed , ie i picked Film 4 and it would revert back to some rubbish channel and the same for other channels
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was nice. Hotel was good and the food was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Julian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Quality
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Henry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
All excellent
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely old hotel in the heart of Ennis.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

Jon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location.

Friendly staff, good food & great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel. Rooms very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very satisfactory. Our room was upgraded. Lovely hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved loved loved this hotel!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautifully maintained historic building in the heart of Ennis with friendly staff. The food was excellent!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025