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Old Ground Hotel

4.0 star property

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A hotel with ivy-covered walls, outdoor seating, and a car parked in front.
A spacious lobby with a blue sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a large mirror.
A spacious lobby with a bar area, blue upholstered seating, chandeliers, and patterned carpet.
A person in a striped apron carrying a wicker basket filled with vegetables.
A well-appointed living room with a fireplace, a blue sofa, and a dining area with a table set for tea.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Laundry room
The current price is AU$324
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug

Explore the area

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O Connell Street, Ennis, Clare, 0
  • Place, Ennis Cathedral
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Abbey Street
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Ennis Friary
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Shannon (SNN)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Junior Suite

A hotel room with a large bed, a smaller bed, a desk, a chair, a mirror, a window with curtains, a yellow teepee, and a tray with cookies and a toy car.

Junior Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Single Room, 1 Single Bed

A neatly arranged hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a wardrobe.

Single Room, 1 Single Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Room

A neatly arranged hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a wardrobe.

Standard Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(22 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for King Bed

In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board (on request)

King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Room

A well-lit bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a small table with books and a glass.

Deluxe Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(18 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Double Room

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a television, and a wardrobe.

Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for King Deluxe Room

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, two chairs, a television, and a window with curtains.

King Deluxe Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Ennis

Old Ground Hotel puts you in the heart of Ennis, steps from Ennis Cathedral and within a 10-minute stroll of Ennis Friary. Highlights at this hotel include 2 restaurants and in-room free WiFi. .The bistro, Town Hall Bistro, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Poets Corner is the hotel's own gastropub, serving drinks along with lunch and dinner. 3 meeting rooms and a business centre are among the business amenities offered. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and coffee/tea in a common area. Full breakfast is available daily between 7 AM and 10 AM. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 4-property class Ennis hotel include Woodstock Golf and Country Club and Quin Abbey.

What's nearby

  • Ennis Cathedral - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Abbey Street - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Monuments & Sculptures - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Daniel O'Connell Monument - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Ennis Friary - 9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Ennis Station - 7 min walk
  • Shannon (SNN) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪bb’s Coffee & Muffins - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Gate 96 - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Preacher's Pub - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Lucas' - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Milano - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Old Ground Hotel

There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/cafΘ. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Business amenities include a business centre 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 members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
Old Ground Hotel offers 105 accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. This Ennis hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access.

Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7 AM to 10 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

Restaurants on site

  • Brendan O Regan
  • Poets Corner
  • Town Hall Bistro

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • In-room cot
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Business centre

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 5 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1700
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Free rollaway/extra bed

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Premium channels

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 cots (infant beds)!

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: from approximately EUR 16.00 for adults and from 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 on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. 

Property class

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
Old Ground Hotel
Old Ground Hotel Ennis
The Old Ground Hotel Ennis
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Old Ground Hotel Hotel Ennis

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Old Ground Hotel?

Old Ground Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Old Ground Hotel?

As of 9 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Old Ground Hotel on 10 Aug 2026 start from AU$324, 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.

Is Old Ground Hotel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as children's meals and laundry facilities, as well as free infant beds and free extra beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Old Ground Hotel is a hit with families.

Does Old Ground Hotel serve breakfast?

Yeah, full breakfast is available daily from 7 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Old Ground Hotel?

No, Old Ground Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Old Ground Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and 2 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Old Ground Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Old Ground Hotel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Old Ground Hotel?

There isn't one on site, but Ennis Golf Club is a short 15-minute walk away.

Old Ground Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 556 out of 805 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 192 out of 805 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 46 out of 805 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 805 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 805 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Molly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed our stay! The attached restaurant was great as well.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ideal location in town, great food, comfy beds, clean, and very kind, helpful staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the atmosphere, and the hotel cat!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent location with shops nearby, secure parking, staff very friendly and helpful and room was clean.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were clean and staff was friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fast friendly check in, large clean beautiful room, friendly bar service, excellent breakfast with friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

seamus

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

10/10 Excellent

Heidi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Professional staff, beautiful room, gracious upgrade, fantastic bar food and staff, and delicious breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were very comfortable and the staff were extremely polite and professional
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

pam

have stayed at The old ground few times now and loved every visit staff very helpful and friendly husband loves breakfast as freshly cooked thank you all for your service
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Another excellent stay at this hotel, rooms clean, large with all the expected in room items. Dinner and breakfast great value.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gerard

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

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a change of plans and tho hotel staff were so helpful. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Quentin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tasty food and great location.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

JULIAN

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

8/10 Good

Nic

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the traditional decor. Bed was very comfy but the room was hot & there was only one small window in the bathroom that opened. Nothing was too much trouble for the staff, friendly & helpful. The food came very quickly so I felt a bit rushed but it was very good.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dr Katrina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff are all very friendly and helpful and excellent customer experience. The food is great- brilliant breakfast selection, great pub food in poet’s corner with live traditional Irish music in the evenings and had my best dinner for a long time in the Town House
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, friendly staff, comfortable rooms and a delicious breakfast!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Rhona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Lovely relaxing stay. All the staff were very polite and professional. The hotel looks tired in places and could do with a make over but still in keeping with the old building. Food wasn’t great in the bar area. Food very bland and very limited menu.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Seosamh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff. Quiet clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was nice. Hotel was good and the food was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

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

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely old hotel in the heart of Ennis.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025