Teach de Broc

County Kerry


Framed by flowers, this low-rise boutique inn next to the golf club has 14 spacious rooms that are thoughtfully appointed (hypo-allergenic pillows, free bottled water, USB chargers) and stylishly decorated in cream, gold and oyster-grey tones. Its on-site Strollers Bar & Bistro is Ballybunion's best place to eat.


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