Hotels in Ireland's Ancient East, Ireland

Ireland's Ancient East stretches from the Boyne Valley to Waterford, with a mild climate where winter lows hover around 40°F (4°C) and summer highs reach 68°F (20°C). This region is famous for 5,000-year-old passage tombs like Newgrange, medieval castles like Cahir, and the Rock of Cashel, where Saint Patrick baptized a king in the 5th century. In summer, you can hike the Wicklow Way or kayak on the River Barrow, while winter is perfect for exploring Kilkenny's 12th-century castle and warming up with a pint of stout in a pub featuring traditional Irish fiddle music.