Title: Visit Blessington: 2026 Travel Guide for Blessington, County Wicklow | Expedia.com [Hotels in Blessington](https://expedia.com/Blessington-Hotels.d6024021.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Blessington](https://expedia.com/Blessington-Vacation-Rentals.d6024021.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Flights to Blessington](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Blessington.d6024021.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Blessington](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Blessington.d6024021.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Car Rentals in Blessington](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Blessington.d6024021.Car-Rental-Guide)[Blessington Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Blessington.d6024021.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Blessington ## Travel Guide ![An amazing area of peace and tranquility. Blessington lakes, co Wicklow ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6024021/c3840d8b-1fc7-4c6e-a72f-ec7296142189.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![An amazing area of peace and tranquility. 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(2,794 reviews) Great location, lovely staff, fab breakfast, quiet room Reviewed on Feb 20, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2%2F26%2F2026&endDate=2%2F27%2F2026&selected=35229333&PinnedHotelID=35229333&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6024021) [See all 1,578 properties in Blessington](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=2%2F23%2F2026&endDate=2%2F24%2F2026®ionId=6024021) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Zanzibar Locke](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/52000000/51290000/51282600/51282532/1093ec84_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Zanzibar Locke 34 ORMOND QUAY LOWER Dublin Stay at this aparthotel in Dublin. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in our ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,309 reviews) Fantastic stay! After the first night hiccups we were moved to a great room with an excellent view The rooms are well maintained and spotless. We were there for 2 weeks as my son was recovering from an Reviewed on Feb 16, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Dublin-Hotels-Zanzibar-Locke.h51282532.Hotel-Information) ![Staycity Aparthotels, Dublin Castle](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29430000/29427100/29427010/b143bab5_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Staycity Aparthotels, Dublin Castle 8 Bride Street Dublin Dublin Stay at this aparthotel in Dublin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,072 reviews) Yes ! Very clean ! Very nice and helpful staff !! Happy staying at this Staycity Dublin Hotel ( half hotel and half apartment ) Very satisfied staying even 3 nights! 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Additional terms may apply. ## Check Blessington hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6024021&startDate=2026-02-22&endDate=2026-02-23)[Feb 22 - Feb 23](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6024021&startDate=2026-02-22&endDate=2026-02-23) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6024021&startDate=2026-02-23&endDate=2026-02-24)[Feb 23 - Feb 24](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6024021&startDate=2026-02-23&endDate=2026-02-24) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6024021&startDate=2%2F27%2F2026&endDate=3%2F1%2F2026)[Feb 27 - Mar 1](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6024021&startDate=2%2F27%2F2026&endDate=3%2F1%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit #### Russborough House Russborough House sits near the Blessington Lakes in County Wicklow in the Republic of Ireland. Set in parkland and built in the 18th Century in the Italian Palladian style, the mansion is believed to be the longest house in Ireland, with a frontage spanning approximately 700 feet. [](https://expedia.com/Russborough-House-Blessington.d6089931.Vacation-Attraction) #### Wicklow County Council After visiting Wicklow County Council, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Blessington. Stroll along the lakeside in this relaxing area, or seek out the golf courses. [](https://expedia.com/Wicklow-County-Council-Blessington.d888721172945244160.Vacation-Attraction) #### Blessington Reserve You can take time to visit Blessington Reserve during your travels to Blessington. Stroll along the lakeside in this relaxing area, or seek out the golf courses. [](https://expedia.com/Blessington-Reserve-Blessington.d888721069039767552.Vacation-Attraction) #### National Botanic Gardens Explore the lovely green spaces of National Botanic Gardens and enjoy the golf courses in Blessington. Check out the spas and lively bars in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.com/National-Botanic-Gardens-Blessington.d553248621562624539.Vacation-Attraction) #### Tramway Theatre You can enjoy a show at Tramway Theatre on your trip to Blessington. Amble around this relaxing area's lakeside, or seek out the golf courses. [](https://expedia.com/Tramway-Theatre-Blessington.d888721184039182336.Vacation-Attraction) #### Peter Finnegan Park Explore the great outdoors at Peter Finnegan Park, a lovely green space in Blessington. Amble around this relaxing area's lakeside, or seek out the golf courses. [](https://expedia.com/Peter-Finnegan-Park-Blessington.d888721004873216000.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Our 1st stop](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1132512/6431b4ce-4ef7-49bc-8473-0f024dd995cb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Dublin Mountain Pub Tour ( small group Pub Crawl max 15 people) $81 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/dublin-mountain-pub-tour-small-group-pub-crawl-max-15-people.a1132512.activity-details) ![Afternoon Dublin Mountain Pub Tou](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1132510/2a20f30c-9bcc-4cde-baea-aebecd6606ba.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Afternoon Dublin Mountain Pub Tour(small group pub crawl max 15) $81 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/afternoon-dublin-mountain-pub-toursmall-group-pub-crawl-max-15.a1132510.activity-details) ![Merry Ploughboys Irish Night Dublin Admission Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47314629/72da3787-bd0d-4813-a269-e9b090e6d46f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Merry Ploughboys Irish Night Dublin Admission Ticket $40 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/merry-ploughboys-irish-night-dublin-admission-ticket.a47314629.activity-details) ![Picture 4 for Activity Afternoon Tea & Gin Masterclass](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48088887/f9280650-6c03-4d64-afdf-48fcbf4333af.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Afternoon Tea & Gin Masterclass $77 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/afternoon-tea-gin-masterclass.a48088887.activity-details) ![Taylors Three Rock ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/694162/d721969f-1104-4383-a180-298b13b58605.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Skip the Line: Irish Night Show Including 4-Course Dinner Ticket $100 per adult **86%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/skip-the-line-irish-night-show-including-4-course-dinner-ticket.a694162.activity-details) ![Dublin: Gin Masterclass with Welcome Drink & Tasting Flight](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48132828/71a05490-bb65-4bb6-b8e1-32b7d224ef4e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Dublin: Gin Masterclass with Welcome Drink & Tasting Flight $47 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/dublin-gin-masterclass-with-welcome-drink-tasting-flight.a48132828.activity-details) [See all activities in Blessington](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Blessington.d6024021.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Reviews of Blessington 4.5 Top Destination 5 - 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