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19th Aug 2015

Time to escape: 3 Irish getaways for girls only

Sive O'Brien

There’s nothing quite like spending quality time with your pals when you need to recharge the batteries, don’t you think?

If you’re planning to (temporarily) escape after the madness of the Summer holidays, the following girlie getaways to three awesome destinations right here in Ireland could be just the ticket. What are you waiting for?

1. The Dawson 

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Where: This city-centre gem is located just metres away from Dublin’s Grafton Street.

Offer: ‘Girls Just Want To Have Fun’ from €169. Includes:

  • One night bed & breakfast
  • Glass of bubbly
  • 10% discount off spa and food

2. Bellinter House

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Where: Situated 5km from the Hill of Tara and on the banks of Meath’s River Boyne, this boutique hotel occupies an 18th-century, Palladian-style house.

Offer: ‘Vintage Girlie Getaway’ from €135 per person sharing. Includes:

  • One night bed & breakfast
  • Afternoon tea with a glass of wine
  • Three-course dinner

3. Lyrath Estate Hotel & Spa

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Where: An elegant hotel in a 17th-century manor set on a 170-acre estate in Kilkenny.  

Offer: ‘Girls Allowed Weekend’ from €346.50 per person sharing. Includes:

  • Two-night weekend break with friends
  • Afternoon tea on arrival followed by a Pan Asian meal
  • An evening in the private screening room with popcorn, bubbly and a movie of your choice
  • Use of the Oasis Health Club, which includes a 17m infinity swimming pool, jacuzzi and steam room