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Old Ground Hotel

Property class: 4
4-star hotel near Ennis Cathedral

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Exterior
Property grounds
Daily full breakfast (EUR 16.00 per person)
Interior detail
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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

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Junior Suite | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Junior Suite

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

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Single Room, 1 Twin Bed

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

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room

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

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room

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

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 - 0.0 miles
  • Clare Museum - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Daniel O'Connell Monument - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Ennis Friary - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Midwestern Regional Hospital - 14 min walk - 0.8 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
  • ‪Knox's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Milano - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Lucas' - ‬7 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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The Old Ground Hotel Ennis
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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 Apr 18, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Old Ground Hotel on Apr 19, 2026 start from $176, 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. 528 out of 771 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 187 out of 771 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 45 out of 771 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 771 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 771 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

glenn

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The hotel itself is quite a historic building and I do like the atmosphere. The bathroom was modern and shower very good. However, no toilet roll holder and soap/shampoo dispensers not working. Food was ok, nothing spectacular. Though my server was really pleasant and friendly. Down side was the lift was broken and i had to haul baggage up stairs with no offer of help from reception. The heating in the room was not working and windows were not closing, which meant it was cold (even with a portable heater)
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

seamus

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice rooms, great food, friendly service
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Henry

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

10/10 Excellent

Desmond

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Had a wonderful stay at the Old Ground Hotel in Ennis. From the moment we arrived, everything felt welcoming and well looked after. The hotel is full of character, beautifully maintained, and the service was warm, professional, and attentive throughout. The absolute highlight of our stay was the resident cat—incredibly friendly and affectionate, always ready for a cuddle. It added such a special, heart-warming touch to an already lovely experience. A charming hotel with exceptional hospitality (and the sweetest furry host!). Would happily return and highly recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Dr Katrina

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was fine
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

PATRICK

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

maureen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It’s just so adorable!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

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

6/10 Okay

Mary

Traveled with group
There was a rim of dust in the rooms along the walls No facility for guests to sit have a drink and chat The bar was. Used for food and it was busy as food was good But no option to book in bar but.there was for some . Not for anyone under 65 No entertainment Not enough seats in foyer and what was there was grubby Car park excelence Near to shops Tu he staff were very young and not trained Stressful one felt unwanted Near to shops
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

JULIAN

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

8/10 Good

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gerard

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

10/10 Excellent

Fiona

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
N- a
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

STEPHEN, PLYMOUTH

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maura

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing front desk staff!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael, Belfast

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just brilliant
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tara

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Penny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025