I've noticed that many people recommend staying at the Old Ground Hotel in Ennis as a pre-tour hotel for the Heart of Ireland tour. I've also read that mid April seems to be when 2027 tour dates will be posted. It seems logical to wait until the tour dates are posted then book the Old Ground Hotel for the day before. However, will everyone else be doing the same and, if I wait, do I risk not getting a room? Just wondering if I should take an estimated guess on the 2027 tour dates (based on this year's schedule) and pre-book the hotel so I'm not boxed out by 24 other tour members. Can someone please advise me on this? Thank you.
Posted by
Chicago
4136 posts
I would wait until you have the tour booked and know the dates.
It looks to be a pretty large hotel. So, I don’t think you have to worry about the hotel being fully booked one year in advance.
Posted by
West Michigan
610 posts
We stayed there on a RS 7 day tour. Very nice hotel, "Poet's Corner" pub inside was very nice also. It was a pretty large hotel. Just a short walk from the train/bus station. Say hi to Ogham, the hotel cat, for us.
Posted by
Salem, Oregon, USA
3798 posts
Wait for your specific tour dates - they do adjust them every year and you don't want to box yourself in to dates that aren't compatible with your actual tour. Also, you might find out the tour hotel is agreeable - if that's the case then I'd book it as soon as you are confirmed by RS office. FWIW I have only booked the tour hotel once out of five tours, usually I can find something else more to my taste and budget.
Posted by
OP
6 posts
Thank you to everyone for your response. Great advice and I’ll wait to book. Much appreciated!
Posted by
New England
12115 posts
It is a very nice large hotel. But thinking of our favorite hotels, it isn’t at the top.