2 Best Hotels in Carrick-on-Shannon, The Northwest

If you want to watch the River Shannon cast its calming spell as you sip the best cocktails in Leitrim, head to this waterfront landmark where guest rooms are sleek, spacious, spotlessly well-appointed, and most have riverside views. All rooms feature wide-screen TVs. The elegant Boardwalk Café, which serves lunch and dinner, adds a funky feel to your stay. Aromas Café specializes in sandwiches, wraps, salads, and caffeine galore, and the luxurious Black Mint bar has a resident mixologist offering master classes in crafting concoctions. Look for special Sunday--Sleepover upgrades and deals.

With roots stretching back to 1794, this historic and convivial hotel enjoys a central location in the heart of Carrick. Leaning heavily on its past, the hotel showcases displays of its memorabilia, although it has undergone renovation. In 2017, the Michael Collins Room opened to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the republican revolutionary's stay in the hotel in 1917, when his movements were being monitored. The room comes with period-piece furniture, china cups and cookware, and an antique telephone. Guest rooms are comfortable and unfussy; ask for a modern room at the rear away from street noise. Lunchtime diners can enjoy hearty platefuls of roast beef, potatoes, and peas while soaking up a cross section of local Leitrim life. Special cruise and dinner packages are available in summer.