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) ![Russborough House, an 18th century palladian villa just outside Dublin - great spot for a day trip](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6024021/320e8d85-595f-433f-ae95-18fc2b3338d2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Dog: "I keep an eye on you girls!" In Ireland, sheep herding with border collies is very popular. (In the fall the stalks are released between the ewes. Every ewe that is covered is marked with a colour.) #Culture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6024021/25c457d7-e28d-4680-aaea-20500aad27b1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Blessington Things to do Reviews ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-us-ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Vacation Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and homes. 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(3,281 reviews) Parking was off site Reviewed on Mar 14, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F24%2F2026&endDate=3%2F25%2F2026&selected=100717697&PinnedHotelID=100717697&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6024021) ![Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2230000/2226300/2226273/0bbbc580_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport Stockhole Lane Clonshaugh Dublin $132 nightly $150 total Mar 22 - Mar 23 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Clonshaugh. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (7,398 reviews) Overall good stay. Not there long enough to assess. Reviewed on Mar 15, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F22%2F2026&endDate=3%2F23%2F2026&selected=2226273&PinnedHotelID=2226273&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6024021) ![Marlin Hotel Stephens Green](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35230000/35229400/35229333/2e484e1a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Marlin Hotel Stephens Green 11 Bow Ln E Dublin $111 nightly $127 total Mar 22 - Mar 23 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Dublin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,837 reviews) Nice lobby atmosphere! Reviewed on Mar 15, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F22%2F2026&endDate=3%2F23%2F2026&selected=35229333&PinnedHotelID=35229333&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6024021) [See all 1,600 properties in Blessington](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=3%2F16%2F2026&endDate=3%2F17%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/b647f74c_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! (2,336 reviews) Walking distance across HaPenny to Temple Bar, Trinity College, and museums. Locke has great coffee. Places to sit abd relax in lobby and cafe. Reviewed on Mar 14, 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! (1,078 reviews) Overall a solid stay only with a couple of interesting hiccups. Pros: - Central location, close walk to shopping and sites. - Easy check-in process - Very pleasant and friendly staff. They were also so kind to grant us late checkout free of charge which was much appreciated - Beds were comfortable ... Reviewed on Mar 14, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Dublin-Hotels-Staycity-Aparthotels-Dublin-Castle.h29427010.Hotel-Information) ![The Residence Dublin](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113160000/113156400/113156332/c78a31b6_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Residence Dublin 84 Prussia St Dublin Dublin Stay at this apartment in Dublin. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and concierge services. Popular attractions Guinness Storehouse and St. Stephen's Green ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (39 reviews) It's just a student accommodation thats been opened up for use during the summer. It's a nice area. Felt very safe and has some food and shopping nearby. Probably a 20 minute walk from the station and city centre. The accompdation was nice, modern and comfortable. Not as good as a traditional hotel ... Reviewed on Oct 30, 2025 [](https://expedia.com/Dublin-Hotels-The-Residence.h113156332.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Blessington](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=6024021&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) 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. ## Check Blessington hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6024021&startDate=2026-03-15&endDate=2026-03-16)[Mar 15 - Mar 16](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6024021&startDate=2026-03-15&endDate=2026-03-16) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6024021&startDate=2026-03-16&endDate=2026-03-17)[Mar 16 - Mar 17](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6024021&startDate=2026-03-16&endDate=2026-03-17) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6024021&startDate=3%2F20%2F2026&endDate=3%2F22%2F2026)[Mar 20 - Mar 22](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6024021&startDate=3%2F20%2F2026&endDate=3%2F22%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) #### 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) #### 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) #### Upper Lake Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Upper Lake during your travels in Blessington. Stroll along the lakeside in this relaxing area, or seek out the golf courses. [](https://expedia.com/Upper-Lake-Blessington.d888719044572942336.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) #### 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) ![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) ![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) ![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) ![Gin School, distill you own gin, cocktails, tastings, food](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48024858/f34d335d-9089-4bcd-9435-64bddfbaba65.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Gin School, distill you own gin, cocktails, tastings, food $142 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/gin-school.a48024858.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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