You will meet both leisure and business travelers from all walks of life at this popular stopping point on the Limerick-Galway road (N18), a lively, modern hostelry affiliated with Best Western. It's a five-minute walk from Ennis's town center. Rooms are ample, with modern pale-wood furniture—most overlook the parking lot but are at least quiet. Service is helpful and friendly, despite the hotel's relatively large size. In July and August there's nightly Irish cabaret-style entertainment in the large bar, Boru's Porterhouse, which also serves bar food. Pros: well-located, functional hotel; good choice for first-time visitors; good sports facilities; child-friendly. Cons: lots of tour-bus and conference business; lobby can get chaotically busy; rooms overlook the parking lot.
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