Last-minute family-friendly hotels in Ireland

Located in Tenby, The Esplanade is within a 15-minute drive of Pembrokeshire Coast National Park and Tenby Beach. This bed & breakfast is 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Ocean Commotion and 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from St Mary's Church.

With a stay at Mercure Ayr Hotel in Ayr, you'll be near the airport, within a 15-minute walk of Ayr Beach and Ayr Racecourse. This hotel is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Robert Burns Birthplace Museum and 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from Brig O'Doon.

With a stay at Inishowen Gateway Hotel in Buncrana, you'll be on the beach, just a 1-minute walk from Buncrana Golf Club and 8 minutes by foot from Buncrana Leisure Centre. This beach hotel is 13 mi (20.9 km) from Derry City Walls and 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Buncrana Beach.

When you stay at Clanree Hotel & Leisure Centre in Letterkenny, you'll be near the airport, within a 5-minute drive of Letterkenny Golf Club and The Seascape Spa. This spa hotel is 2 mi (3.2 km) from Donegal County Museum and 5.3 mi (8.5 km) from Newmills Corn and Flax Mills.

Set within a beautiful Grade II listed building, dating back to the 17th century, this charming hotel boasts an idyllic setting in the village of Maentwrog, at the very heart of Snowdonia’s National Park.

Traditional, warm and comfortable, The Grapes Hotel is renowned for its home-cooked food, real ales and wonderful accommodation in North Wales. It provides the ideal base from which to enjoy a range of country pursuits, including walking, cycling and horse-riding.

Each of the bedrooms at The Grapes has been recently refurbished to provide all modern comforts required for a comfortable and relaxing stay, whilst still retaining their original period features. Real log fires provide an inviting and cosy atmosphere for the cold winter evenings.

Located in Blackpool (North Shore), Holiday Inn Blackpool by IHG is within a 15-minute walk of Winter Gardens and Blackpool Tower. This hotel is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Blackpool Pleasure Beach and 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Blackpool Central Pier.

• Views of the water
• 9-hole golf course
• Spa

Redcastle Hotel, in County Donegal, has one of the most scenic settings around. It’s pulled up to the shores of the Lough Foyle on the Inishowen Peninsula. And there are sea-view rooms, or balcony rooms, to make the most of the panoramas. There’s a private nine-hole parkland golf course in front of the property, adding to the striking outlook.

You can take in views of the golf greens and Lough Foyle from the Captain’s Bar. It’s a top spot for casual dining and drinks, serving the likes of stone-baked pizzas, fish and chips and burgers. But The Edge Restaurant is a sound choice for seasonal, fresh meals. The views are to die for and it’s even won Ulster Hotel Restaurant of the Year.

The spa and leisure centre has all the works, from a pool, sauna and steam room to a gym with state-of-the-art fitness equipment. Pampering-wise, you can book in for treatments using organic VOYA products. And, when you fancy venturing out, Leisureland Redcastle amusement park is just across the water for a fun day out.

With a stay at Dinorben Arms Hotel in Amlwch, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Bull Bay Golf Club and Anglesey Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. This hotel is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Amlwch Copper Kingdom and 4.7 mi (7.6 km) from Traeth Bach.

Located in Pwllheli, Bryn Noddfa is in a rural location – a 5-minute drive from Nefyn & District Golf Club and 7 minutes from Nefyn Beach. This golf hotel is 7.2 mi (11.5 km) from Plas Heli and 8.1 mi (13 km) from Llanbedrog Beach.

When you stay at Green Lodge, Wirral by Marston's Inns in Wirral, you'll be near the beach, within a 5-minute drive of Royal Liverpool Golf Club and The Wirral Country Park. This inn is 12.3 mi (19.7 km) from Anfield Stadium and 12.7 mi (20.4 km) from Royal Albert Dock.

A stay at City Hotel Derry places you in the heart of Londonderry, within a 15-minute walk of Derry City Walls and Guildhall. This hotel is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Peace Bridge and 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Derry Visitor and Convention Bureau.

With a stay at Four Saints Brig Y Don Hotel in Llandudno, you'll be on the beach, within a 15-minute drive of Eryri National Park and Llandudno ski slope. This beach hotel is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Promenade and 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Holy Trinity Church.

Located in Liverpool, Formby Hall Golf Resort & Spa is by the sea, within a 10-minute drive of Royal Birkdale Golf Club and Hillside Golf Club. This golf hotel is 3.4 mi (5.5 km) from Formby Beach and 5.4 mi (8.7 km) from Southport Marine Lake.

Silver Tassie Hotel & Spa has a garden, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Letterkenny. This 4-star hotel offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is situated 6.5 km from Donegal County Museum.

All rooms at the hotel have a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, Blu-ray player, and a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. Guest rooms will provide guests with a desk and a kettle.

A buffet, à la carte or continental breakfast can be enjoyed at the property.

Guests at Silver Tassie Hotel & Spa will be able to enjoy activities in and around Letterkenny, like cycling.

Raphoe Castle is 18 km from the accommodation, while Oakfield Park is 20 km from the property.

With a stay at The Imperial Hotel in Blackpool (North Shore), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Blackpool Tower and Blackpool Central Pier. This beach hotel is 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Blackpool Pleasure Beach and 1.2 mi (2 km) from Winter Gardens.

With a stay at Quarter by Warren Collection in Belfast (Belfast City Centre), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Titanic Belfast and Queen's University of Belfast. This hotel is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from St. Anne's Cathedral and 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Castle Court Shopping Centre.

With a stay at Fairfield House - Ayr in Ayr, you'll be on the riverwalk, just a 5-minute walk from Rozelle Park and 5 minutes by foot from LA Bowl. This beach hotel is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from The Low Green and 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Wellington Square.

With a stay at Kingstons Townhouse in Killorglin, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Killarney National Park and The Basement Museum. This guest house is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Killorglin Sports & Leisure Centre and 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Ballykissane Pier.

Surrounded by Snowdonia National Park, the Padarn Hotel is situated in the village of Llanberis at the foot of Snowdon, 100m from Padarn Lake and is 500 metres from the Snowdon Mountain Railway. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Free parking is also available.

The property's aports bar has 4 screens showing both Sky and BT sport, and there is a pool table and darts board.

Guests can enjoy a meal or snack in the property's Bistro, which also serves some vegetarian and gluten free.

The Padarn Hotel has 17 bedrooms, and all come with tea/coffee making facilities.

When you a stay at The Marcus Portrush, Tapestry Collection by Hilton in Portrush, you'll be by the ocean, just steps from Portrush West Strand Beach and Portrush Coastal Zone. This hotel is 8.7 mi (14 km) from Giant's Causeway and 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Barry's Amusements.