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Something to Celebrate. 2 Nights Bed Full Irish
Breakfast with
Dinner in our award winning AA Rosette
Restaurant on an evening of your choice: July, August September or Call 682 3300 to Book! Available Sun - Thurs. Clare is home to some of Ireland's finest
golf courses, played by the champs, from the magnificent views across Lahinch Doonbeg to the signature lush greens of Dromoland, Ennis and Woodstock. Whether you are an amateur working on your swing or a pro looking to escape, you will be both mesmerized and challenged by the terrain. Our
Golf Package includes: 2 Nights Bed
Breakfast.
Dinner in JM's
Bistro, our AA Rosette Award winning
restaurant on evening of your choice. 1 Round of
Golf at one of the courses below: Woodstock
Golf and Country
Club. East Clare
Golf Club. Doonbeg
Golf Club (supplement would apply). Lahinch the world renowned Championship
Golf Course (supplement would apply). Dromoland
Golf Club (supplement would apply). If you have arranged your own itinerary, we offer a special group rate as follows:
Dinner, Bed
Breakfast. All of the above rates are per person sharing. For details of
Golf Society specials, please contact our and they will be delighted to arrange the itinerary for your group. Engagement, Honeymoon, Anniversary or just a break away from the Kids. Why not allow us to pamper you. Our Romatic Interlude includes: Champagne Handmade Chocolates on arrival in your
room.
Room service Breakfast so you can relax and have a lie in.
Dinner in our award winning JM's
Bistro on a night of your choice with a complimentary bottle of house wine. All of the above rates are per person sharing. Supplement to upgrade:
Executive Room - €20.00 per person sharing per night
Deluxe Suite - €40.00 per person sharing per night. Our Golden Moments includes: 5 Nights Bed
Breakfast.
Dinner each evening in JM's
Bistro, our AA Rosette Award. Full Irish
Breakfast each morning. Valid Sunday - Thursday Only. Single Supplement: 30 per night applies.
Bank Holiday Weekends. Something Different? Need Something a Little Different? If you are thinking about booking a group or a
conference - call our reservations team we will be happy to design a package for you and help you co ordinate your event.
Temple Gate Hotel is entering a development stage to be completed by Spring 2008! Additional features post development will include: Newly Renovated Lobby and Public Areas. Extension Refurbishment to Existing Great Hall to Increase
Banquet/Function Capacity to 200 guests. Additional
meeting room with capacity of 70 people Theatre style and including Private
Bar Services. Refurbishment of our AA Rosette award winning
restaurant, JMs
Bistro. Refurbishment of our
Conference Centre: 2 New Executive Corporate Boardrooms with the capacity of 15-20 people each
room. Plaza 1- newly refurbished
meeting room with capacity of 40 people Theatre Style. Plaza 2- newly refurbished
meeting room with capacity of 40 people Theatre Style. All of the above
meeting/
conference rooms will be equipped with fully integrated
audio visual technology such as LCD data
projector, wired and
wireless technology, dimmer light controls and
conference phones. All
rooms will have full daylight and controllable
heating.
The Temple Gate Hotel in the
centre of the historic town of Ennis, Co. Clare rests on the site of a 19th century Convent of Mercy with a fascinating and eventful history. Prior to its conversion to a convent, the original houses, Row House and Lifford House was the property of Charles O'Connell, cousin of Daniel O'Connell. He was a frequent visitor to the area particularly in the years 1827 - 1829 when planning his election campaign. The Sisters of Mercy moved from the Ennis Convent in 1995 to new premises nearby. to the Information Age. With over 30 years experience in the hotel
business, John Madden the proprietor of the Hotel along with Ennis Developers had a vision to develop this historic site to a high quality Hotel while retaining the gothic theme - a exciting and unique combination for the area. Awards and Accolades Today the Temple Gate Town House Hotel is truly a gem in the heart of this historic town. John together with his son Paul and a highly experienced and professional team focus on the pursuit of excellence in all areas. You will experience true Irish hospitality from their devoted team. We are proud recipients of the Hospitality Sales Marketing Association Award for Best Hotel
Internet Strategy. We have also been awarded Irelands Best Service Excellence Award from Failte Ireland. Our greatest asset is our staff and we will ensure that the level of service you receive will continually exceed your expectations. Most recently Paul Madden our Managing Director was presented with an Irish Welcome Awards Certificate of Merit as a mark of Recognition for the valuable contribution he has made to the Irish Tourism Industry. We were awarded the prestigious AA Rosette for our tenth consecutive year for our excellence in food service. Thanks for all your help! These awards are an endorsement of our continued commitment to strive towards excellence. We are delighted to announce that we have just installed Complimentary
Wi-Fi in our
conference and
banqueting
suites and all our public areas, including our Preachers
Pub and JM's
Bistro, making us one of the very few hotels in this region with this up to date technology. Enjoy a selection of freshly brewed
coffees and homemade pastries in our Library or Lobby while checking email, downloading important documents or accessing your company network - it's as simple as that.
Wireless networking is heralded as the world's most innovative
internet technology enabling your clients to network without the inconvenience of wires and cables. Discreetly situated just off the town
centre, a short walk through the warm glow of the Victorian lamps in the cobblestoned
courtyard leads our guests to the heart of the historical and vibrant town of Ennis.
Our Executive Floor
rooms offer all leisure and corporate guests a guaranteed 'home away from home' feeling, with privacy and personal service in well appointed
rooms. These Executive Floor
rooms include all the facilities of a
standard room and much, much more. Complimentary Wi Fi Access. In-
Room Safes (suitable for Laptops).
Tea Coffee Making Facilities.
Steam Irons Ironing Boards.
Bathrobes Complimentary Mineral Water in
Room. Dedicated
Non-Smoking Rooms. Working
Desk and Lamp with Executive Chair. Wall Mounted Plasma
TV. Free Daily
Newspaper
The Great Hall is undoubtedly one of the most unique
wedding venues in this region. Built in 1886 and carefully renovated in 1996, this newly refurbished Great Hall, with it's magical ambience, provides the perfect setting for such a special and memorable occasion as your
wedding day. Our Hotel offers a unique combination of historical
beauty and exceptional service standards. The gothic style has been painstakingly retained throughout the Hotel. The history is most evident in the Great Hall
Banqueting facility where awe-inspiring stained glass windows transform natural light into a rainbow of colour. Vaulted ceilings, oak beams and hand painted batiks create the most unique
wedding venue in the region. Your guests may not remember what song you danced your first dance to, but they will remember their
wedding reception meal. Our reputation for excellence is evident in our list of awards and accolades. We have AA Rosettes for ten years running, 3 Toque Awards and expressions of delight and gratitude from past couples for the quality of food and the imaginative way it was presented. Our professional team look forward to welcoming your guests on your special day and will ensure it is a memorable occasion. We only host one
wedding each day, so your special day will have our full attention.
weddings@templegatehotel.com for further information regarding our property, facilities,
wedding packages and sample menus.
Our generously decorated
suites create an atmosphere of classic opulence for our guests. Through the dividing raised baroque arch, the master
bedroom boasts a king-size bed with tapestry wall decorations. This classic approach to decor is successfully combined with all the modern conveniences expected by the most discerning guest. All the
bedrooms have been beautifully decorated and include the full range of modern facilities for convenience and comfort. For either
business or pleasure all our
rooms offer exceptional comfort and facilities including:
Satellite Television.
Tea/
Coffee making Facilities.
Direct Dial Telephone. We also have ample guest
parking, elevator/lift,
family rooms and wheelchair accessibility. To reserve your
room, please use our. Our Executive Floor
rooms offer all leisure and corporate guests a guaranteed 'home away from home' feeling, with privacy and personal service in well appointed
rooms. These Executive Floor
rooms include all the facilities of a
standard room and much, much more. So why not Upgrade your
Room today? Click here for more details.
The Great Hall is the ideal venue for
conferences,
dinner dances, trade shows, product launches, awards nights and
celebrations. Steeped in history, the
rooms vaulted ceilings, oak beams and hand painted batiks create the most unique venue in the region and comes fully equipped with a private
bar, dance floor, stage area and
audio - visual equipment. When arranging any function, whether large or small, our dedicated events organiser will ensure friendly and professional service to surpass the expectation of your guests. The Temple Gate Hotel has been awarded the AA Rosette for ten consecutive years - a true endorsement of the quality of our food and service. Extensive
banqueting menus allow you to choose from a range of exceptionally prepared
cuisine using the finest produce from the local area, suited to your individual requirements and budget.
In the Shannon Region you will find no less than 34 quality courses, each one uniquely challenging, with a character that is visually exciting and with golfing facilities to cater to all levels of golfer. Golfers can test their skills on the windswept dunes of the championship links course of Lahinch, challenge the hazards of new courses created by some of the world's most famous designers, or just play a relaxing eighteen holes on a mature parkland of treelined fairways. We can arrange tee times for you or you can call the clubs directly. Walking is the newest attraction to the Ennis area and is the best way to fully absorb the
beauty of the region. A network of
quiet country road and lanes will take you into the heart of the beautiful rural countryside. For the serious walker, there are well-organised scenic routes, which are fully marked and signposted. You can also avail of local expertise with a guided
tour custom designed for any skill level. A new perspective, cycling is one of the best ways to travel around the region, particularly through the heart of the countryside, along traffic-free side roads and country lanes. The view of the country from a bicycle seat, while traveling at a leisurely pace provides new perspectives and a deeper insight into the
beauty of the country rarely appreciated in motor travel. The geography of the area and its amazing diversity of landscapes are ideally suited for horse riding throughout the entire year. Mountain trails, gently sloping hillsides, forest paths, deserted beaches; country lanes and spacious open countryside, all compete in popularity. Ireland's preoccupation with horse riding is evident throughout the region. There are many riding
centres offering a wide range of facilities, catering for every rider, whether novice or experienced and regardless of age. Clare is home to many beautiful fishing areas where a variety of fish can be caught. Ranging from stunning coastal locations to beautiful rivers and creeks you can relax in the countys stunning natural
beauty. Whether you are a serious fisher or just want some leisure time Clare is sure not to disappoint.