The "Lah Tee Dah" Hotel

Cliffs of Moher, then Ennistmyon
Dylan Thomas’ Summer House, the “Falls Hotel”
Wednesday, December 28, 2006

Departed Galway City bound for the Cliffs of Moher and a day and night at the famous Falls Hotel. The sun shone brightly, no wind, as cold as an autumn day in New England. Just grand!

Words will not describe the spectacular beauty of the Cliffs. We were graced with a magnificent day, accompanied by the lilt of a man playing his penny whistle as we walked. Worth the trip for this day alone!

We splurged on our one day stay at the 144 room Falls Hotel in Ennistmyon, learning that it was originally the summer house of Dylan Thomas and his wife. It was appropriately named, as the falls raged down the hill from town and the river flowed past the hotel’s meadow. Donkeys grazed in the meadow view from our room.

We took advantage of the indoor swimming pool and their hot tub, but went into town for Chinese take away for our dinner.

The only internet access was one coin-operated portal in the whole place (this really surprised us), and was always occupied when we wished to use it.

A wedding and reception was taking place during our visit, (seems this is thee place for such events), and the hotel, which is HUGE, was beautifully decorated for Christmas in addition to all of the antiques and gorgeous ceilings. What a spot! And I haven’t even mentioned their River Spa and all the luxurious things offered there.

Kevin and I took a record 512 photos between us today! Ireland Now!