Just off the N8, Abbeyleix Manor Hotel is in the heart of Ireland's midlands. It has pleasant rooms, free internet and a cosy, friendly bar. Abbeyleix is well located for the M7 towards Dublin, and has free parking.

Set in beautiful mature woodlands, Sandymount House is a 19th-century Georgian property, offering smart bed and breakfast accommodation. The heritage town of Abbeyleix is 2km away.