Top romantic spas in Ireland

Aghadoe Heights, County Kerry

We’re not even sure how to begin describing the location at Aghadoe Heights - one of the most beautiful spas in Ireland. Looking out onto Lough Leane and Killarney mountains, it is an enchanting environment that’s impossible not to fall in love with. From the award-winning spa to the restaurant, these views are some kind of magical wallpaper for your experience and literally set the scene for a romantic break.

No.1 Pery Square Hotel and Spa, Limerick

At the opposite end of the spectrum, No.1 Pery Square is a city spa in central Limerick. On the banks of the Shannon Estuary, the hotel takes in views of the surrounding Mountains of Clare, from its position in an 1860 Georgian terrace. A refined boutique hotel, everything is done with precision - the spa uses Ireland’s famed VOYA products, and the restaurant is an Irish brasserie with strong French influences that’s been highly acclaimed for its services.

Galgorm Resort and Spa, County Antrim

one of the most coveted spas in Ireland, Galgorm Resort and Spa has won multiple awards, including the Irish Tatler Spa Awards for Ulster Regional Spa of the Year, as well as Innovative Spa of the Year - to give you an idea of its standards. The riverside location makes for a peaceful setting, while the service make for knee wobbling romance.

Castleknock Hotel, Dublin

A luxury urban retreat, Castleknock Hotel is 15 minutes from Dublin city centre but is also surrounded by nature. It's be best of all worlds, with a golf course setting the scene and chic interiors fusing contemporary and traditional design. Alongside the popular restaurant and restful spaces, the hotel is home to a contemporary, purpose-built spa complete with an 18-metre swimming pool, 1000 sq. ft. gym, and six state-of-the-art treatment rooms offering the latest in Biotec spa treatments from Elemis. It's feel-good-factor through and through.

The Maryborough Hotel and Spa, Cork

Total tranquility and seductive style await at The Maryborough Hotel and Spa. The four-star hotel sits in a leafy suburb of Cork, in an 18th century property where the luxurious Spa Rooms have their own Jacuzzis and the restraint is award-winning. The spa itself greets you with fragranced candles and a reflective 19-metre pool. There's a sauna, steam room, Jacuzzi, and fitness studio, as well as ESPA treatments using a combination of Western and Eastern healing techniques.

The Heritage Killenard, Co. Laois

Everything about this five-star hotel is a treat. In the village of Killenard, The Heritage Killenard is surrounded by historic Celtic sites, which gives the location a sense of wonder. Inside, the luxury hotel and spa do everything to exceptional standards. As such, the award-winning health club and spa offer a range of wellbeing facilities - whether you want to work out or wind down together. For example, there's a 5k jogging track, trim trail and a 15-metre pool with loungers around the side. There are also 16 treatment rooms in the spa, there therapists use a combination of ESPA and Ireland's own VOYA products.

Lough Rea Hotel, Co. Galway

A contemporary, and slightly quirky destination, Lough Rea Hotel enjoys lakeside and countryside views, as well as vistas of the mountains beyond. Food and drink are certainly a romantic experience, whether you're enjoying fine dining in The Abbey Restaurant or cocktails in the Rooftop Garden. The Shore Island Spa is adult-only and centres around a sultry thermal suite which prepares mind and body for massages and facials. They use the unique Yon Ka product line, and offer everything from hot stone therapy to reflexology and Reiki.