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Top 10 Irish spa resorts and getaways

Stressed, run-down? Take a trip to any of these top places to rejuvenate!

DARA MCBRIDE

IrishCentral.com Staff Writer

Published Thursday, October 15, 2009, 10:07 AM

Updated Sunday, October 25, 2009, 12:46 PM

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Ireland is the perfect place to take a Spa Resort vacation. Offering five star luxury and legendary hospitality you’ll renew your mind and body in one of the most ancient and venerable countries in the world. What are you waiting for? Here’s a list of 10 Essential Irish Spas and Getaways.

1. Delphi Mountain Resort

Winner of the 2009 Irish Tatler magazine’s Spa Award for 2009 the Delphi Spa, located near Leenane, Co. Galway, is focused on health and wellness providing a place where you can escape and reflect.

Specializing in Seaweed Baths, Holistic Treatments, Organic Facials and Body Wraps their world-class therapists deliver the ultimate in Holistic Spa Treatments. Take time for yourself to relax in a breathtaking location surrounded by mountains, sea and stunning natural beauty of the West of Ireland. http://www.delphimountainresort.com

2. Inchydoney Lodge and Spa

Set overlooking two stunning beaches with endless views of the ocean, Inchydoney Island Lodge and Spa in Clonakilty, West Cork is renowned as Ireland’s most exclusive and tranquil retreat. The Lodge and Spa combines a stunning location, luxurious accommodation, unique seawater therapies and stunning dining to create a most special getaway. http://www.inchydoneyisland.com

The Park Kenmare

3. Located in the breathtaking scenery of the Ring of Kerry, this elegant hotel and Spa overlooks Kenmare Bay. Offering guests a range of facilities including a 25-meter lap pool and an 18-hole golf course.

http://www.parkkenmare.com

Radisson Blu

4. Located on the waterfront of Lough Atalia in Galway City, the Radisson Blu Hotel and Spa offers scenic views, luxury accommodation, fine dining, and world-class spa facilities. Interestingly, the hotel has sidetracked traditional hotel decor in favor of contemporary furnishings with a little more spice and zest to make your stay memorable.

http://www.radissonsas.com

Rochestown Park

5. Rochestown Park is a four star hotel in Cork. Formerly one of Irelands most important historical houses, it has been meticulously restored over the past 20 years to culminate into an international luxury hotel. Take the plunge at The Thalassotherapy Spa Centre in their 20-meter swimming pool or challenge yourself to the more strenuous workout at their state of the art gymnasium.

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