Ballykisteen Hotel & Golf Resort

Ballykisteen Hotel is built for golf breaks, with spacious rooms, practical comforts and everything on site for a relaxed couple of days. Rooms blend classic styling with modern touches, plus complimentary Wi-Fi, tea and coffee facilities, quality toiletries and room service when you want a quiet night in.

All guests get complimentary access to the leisure centre, which is a genuine bonus after a hilly walk. You've got a swimming pool, jacuzzi, steam room and sauna, ideal for loosening up after 18 or 36 holes. A post-round swim or steam session can turn a tired evening into a refreshed one, and it's all on-site, so there's no need to drive anywhere.

The spa offers a good option for a post-round reset, with treatments available if you want to take the relaxation a step further. It's the kind of facility that makes a real difference when your legs are heavy from walking undulating ground.

Food and drink is easy. The Junction One Bar serves food daily with a broad menu that works for a quick bite, a late lunch after golf or something casual with a pint. You can settle in, review the day's play and not feel rushed.

If you want a sit-down meal, the Junction One Restaurant focuses on locally sourced ingredients and dependable classics, hearty, fresh and exactly what you want after a day on the course. The kitchen delivers flavourful, satisfying cooking without being overly fussy, ideal for groups who want to sit down together for dinner without leaving the resort.

The hotel works particularly well for golf groups and societies. The rooms are spacious enough to spread out, the leisure facilities give everyone a chance to unwind in their own way, and the dining options mean you can keep the group together without anyone feeling restricted. For couples, the combination of golf, spa access and quality dining makes it a solid choice for a short break that balances activity with relaxation. The setting in rural Tipperary adds to the appeal, offering genuine peace and quiet away from busier tourist areas, while still being accessible from major routes and nearby towns.