All of these hotels offer accommodation that suits families with more than 2 kids, and plenty offer fantastic family-friendly facilities to enjoy during your stay.

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Aine stayed in The Connacht in Galway in a family suite “which was ideal as it had a little kitchen in the room.”

If there’s one thing that kids love more than a trip away, it’s bunk beds. The extremely popular Bunk Bed Family Rooms have a double bed and a three-sleeper bunk bed – an ideal room for 2 adults and 3 children and best of all, they have just undergone an extensive refurbishment.

The newly refurbished Family Suites are also ideal for family breaks or for guests who require self-catering while visiting Galway. Each suite consists of an en-suite bedroom with a King Size Bed and an adjoining Bedroom with a Double and Single Bed and Kitchenette with a microwave, toaster, fridge and kettle.

The hotel has fantastic facilities to ensure the perfect staycation in Galway for every family, large and small and they are strictly adhering to all government guidelines to ensure the safety of both guests and staff.

Guest can enjoy the newly renovated Bar Solo or Reubens Restaurant – the lively hotel bar and restaurant are popular with guests and locals alike and is the ideal venue for a relaxing evening drink followed by a delicious family meal created using locally sourced produce.

With access to the 24 hour gym, Active 24 Fitness with an impressive 20m indoor swimming pool, kids pool, sauna, steam room and Jacuzzi there really is no better choice in the West of Ireland.

For best rates and packages book on www.theconnacht.ie or contact reservations on (091) 381200 or email: reservations@theconnacht.ie

The Schull Harbour Hotel boasts spectacular sea views over the Atlantic Ocean towards the Fastnet Lighthouse. It is the perfect destination for families looking for a memorable getaway.

They offer a range of accommodation options to suit every family’s needs. Their spacious family rooms are perfect for families of up to six, with ample space for everyone to stretch out and relax. They also offer adjoining rooms that allow you to stay close to your loved ones while still enjoying your own privacy.

If you’re looking for something a little more self-contained, the two or three bedroom self-catering apartments are the perfect option. They cater for up to six people and with plenty of living space, you’ll have all the room you need to enjoy your stay. The apartments feature beautifully appointed family bathrooms with Jacuzzi baths and modern kitchens, giving you all the comforts of home.

There are many family friendly activities on the doorstep, including:

• Deep Blue Health Club with a 16m pool, gym, sauna, steam room and children’s pool on-site
• Playground, tennis and basketball courts (situated across from the hotel)
• Stunning beaches
• Sailing, paddle boarding and kayaking
• Hiking and walking trails
• Visit Fastnet Rock Lighthouse and Mizen Head
• Cycling
• Planetarium
• Events throughout the year

Rackets and balls are available from reception for the use of guests and access to the Deep Blue Health Club is complimentary too.

Dining options are available to book with breakfast at the bistro and lunch or dinner in Gracie Blue’s Bar where guests can also enjoy live music. For a more formal dining experience, the restaurant offers tempting dishes made from the freshest ingredients, many of which are sourced from local suppliers. All meals can be enjoyed while overlooking the wild Atlantic Ocean in the heart of Schull.

Whether you’re looking for a relaxing family break or an action-packed adventure, they have everything you need to create lasting memories. So book your stay now and start exploring all that West Cork has to offer.

“The Diamond Coast Hotel in Enniscrone sits above an amazing beach with an abundance of water sports that the whole family will enjoy”, says Mum Jane. The hotel prides itself on being truly family friendly and have won awards in the family category on Trip Advisor.

Best of all their family rooms can comfortably accommodate up to 8 people, and have all recently been refurbished. The restaurant and bistro have a children’s menu with imaginative options that include dairy and gluten free meals. And they offer a ‘family dine out’ deal with 3 meal choices to feed a family of 5 for just €30.

During summer and school holidays you can relax while your little ones are entertained at the Little Diamond Kids Club. For older kids and teens, alongside the beach and water sports, the hotel has a tennis court, playground, astro pitch and basketball court with all the equipment needed to enjoy them, at reception.

Close to the hotel you will find Water Point Aqua Park, pitch and putt, surfing and boat trips. With some of the largest family rooms in Ireland, you are guaranteed a family friendly welcome at the Diamond Coast Hotel, Sligo.

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The Mount Wolseley Hotel with an award winning spa and championship golf course is the perfect hotel for families with 3+ kids or those wishing to have a break away with relatives or friends.

I stayed here with extended family for a weekend break and some of my relatives stayed in the on-site lodges, which were very well equipped and close to the hotel, while I stayed with my family in a family room.

All family rooms offer a double bed with 2 single beds or another double bed or double sofa bed. The rooms are large so a travel cot or foldaway bed can be added. And the hotel offers interconnecting rooms for those who have larger families staying.

There are lots of on-site activities to enjoy including an amazing kids club, Woolie Bear Kids Club, which operates during school holidays, playground with a zip-line, golf course that offer lessons, award winning spa and of course a leisure centre with a large pool.

Babysitting can be arranged if you book it in advance and the hotel runs special offers for families throughout the year. For bookings and special family offers check out www.mountwolseley.ie or call +353 (0)59 9180100.

Castleknock Hotel is an award winning four star property and is a great choice for a Family Friendly Hotel break in Dublin. Ideally located beside Castleknock Village, the hotel is only 5 minutes from Blanchardstown Village and 15 minutes from Dublin City Centre.

It is the perfect location for a family break with many fun attractions located nearby, Dublin Zoo is a very popular attraction with both children and adults alike, The National Aquatic Centre, Blanchardstown Shopping Centre, Fort Lucan adventure centre and Tayto Park are all easily accessible from the hotel. The hotel itself boasts an 18m pool with a separate kids pool, a spa and waterfall.

Castleknock Hotel accommodation includes 190 guest bedrooms. All of the bedrooms have been designed with your comfort in mind with each guest bedroom featuring cable TV, radio, complimentary Wi-Fi, in room safe, tea and coffee hospitality tray and trouser press as standard. Each bathroom features a separate shower and bath and can cater for all your family needs. You can book family rooms which come with extra beds in the room or suites with interconnecting rooms. These are perfect for catering to those families who have more than 2 children.

The 4 star Riverside Park Hotel is set in a scenic location on the banks of the River Slaney. Considered one of the friendliest hotels in Wexford their family friendly accommodation includes; 1 double & 1 single bed (with an option of an extra camp bed), 2 double beds or 1 double bed and one fold-away double sofa bed which can sleep up to 2 adults and 3 children perfectly. Rooms may vary in style and décor, and they also have a couple of bedrooms which can accommodate up to 2 adults & 4 children.

In-Room Facilities Include:

• Complimentary toiletries
• Complimentary Wi-Fi
• Tea/coffee making facilities
• Iron & ironing board
• Mineral water
• In-room safe
• 24-hour room service etc

There is a fantastic playground located directly adjacent to the hotel.

Jacqueline recommends The Quality Hotel in Youghal. “It’s right beside the beach, has a swimming pool, a kid’s club and kid’s movie screening. I would highly recommend it, kids love it as there is loads to do, budget friendly, clean, and the staff are lovely.”

Samantha loved the “apartments at the Quality Hotel Youghal – small playground, astro turf pitch, swimming pool and right on the beach.”

Joanne loved the Talbot Suites at Stonebridge “The sea view apartments are fab”.

Talbot Suites at Stonebridge, part of The Talbot Collection, offer high quality self-catering in the heart of Wexford Town, 100 metres from the Talbot Hotel Wexford. There’s a mixture of one, two and three bedroom apartments with a choice of sea views over the stunning River Slaney or internal courtyard views. Guests have direct access to complimentary secure car parking and complimentary use of the Talbot Fitness Leisure Centre.

Liz recommended the Springhill Court Hotel in Kilkenny. At the Springhill Court Hotel they offer family friendly rooms catering for families of all sizes. The family rooms come with a spacious ensuite bathroom that includes a power shower and bath. Alternatively extra camp beds and cots are available upon request at no additional cost.

Other family attractions which prove very popular are their fully equipped leisure centre with kiddies pool, Lenny the Lions Kids Club which operates during the school & Summer holidays and also their onsite Children’s Playground.

Michelle and Shantal have both recommended the Lough Allen Hotel in Drumshanbo, Co. Leitrim.

The stylish Lough Allen Hotel family rooms come in a variety of sleeping options, they have family rooms with a double bed, single bed and room for a cot, family rooms with a double bed, and 2 singles beds, which can sleep up to 5 persons – 2 adults, 2 children plus cot. They also have a number of family rooms with a double bed and 3 single beds, they feature contemporary décor and have everything you might need for your stay in Co Leitrim. There are also a number of 2 bedroom apartments which sleep families of 7, 2 adults, 4 children plus cot, with double bed and 4 single beds per apartment.

Joan recommended the Bloomfield House Hotel near Mullingar, Co. Westmeath.

At the Bloomfield House Hotel, their Family Rooms offer accommodation for 2 adults and up to 3 children, with double bed and two single beds or a double Bed, single bed and a sofa bed. They also have interconnecting rooms can cater for 2 adults and up to 5 children. A cot or fridge can be added on request. As well as kids play area they have an on site bouncy castle. Their Health & Leisure Club has a 20 metre swimming pool with kids pool attached, sauna, steam room and jacuzzi. There’s a free Bumble Bee Kids Club on weekends and holidays for kids aged 4 to 12.