Ireland - Claire and the staff at Kimkim
Ireland | Sep 18 - Oct 1, 2025

Rose
Rose O.
San Jose, CA | Reviewed on Oct 08, 2025

Claire and the staff at Kimkim did a wonderful job planning our tour of Ireland. The accommodations were great and well located. The tours they booked for us were top notch, with well versed guides. For those that were self guided, the materials they provided gave us everything we needed. The restaurant they booked for an eight course meal was exquisite. I would highly recommend having them plan a holiday in Ireland!

Hotel Reviews
Motel One Dublin
Dublin

Beautiful hotel in the heart of Dublin, just across the Ha’penny Bridge from the Temple Bar district. Room was lovely, and the breakfast was very well done!

Authenticity & Character
Location
In the heart of Dublin.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Entire hotel was very clean. Bar had comfortable seating in abundance.
Waterford Marina Hotel
WATERFORD

Lovely hotel located just a few blocks from the Waterford Crystal factory.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Just a few blocks walk to the Waterford Factory, and close to restaurants and entertainment.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Clayton Hotel Cork City
cork

We were very disappointed with this hotel. Hotel was beautiful, centrally located, with parking adjacent, and had a huge room with a view across the canal to City Hall. Our room was very warm and the air conditioning was not working. We called the front desk who sent up someone to look at it. Turns out they are in the process of replacing the air conditioning for this room and gave us a fan to use, which did not lower the temperature. We asked about moving to a different room, but they said they were fully booked.

Authenticity & Character
Location
One block from the main shopping, restaurant, and nightlife area.
Staff
No letting a room that has no air conditioning.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Air conditioning.
Crystal Springs B&B

Lovely B & B, very welcoming, with friendly staff.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Brook Manor Lodge
Tralee

Beautiful B & B.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
The Connacht Hotel
Galway

Very nice hotel!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Clayton Hotel Sligo
Sligo

Beautiful historical building with lovely accommodations!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Boyne Valley hotel
Drogheda

Lovely hotel.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Trinity College Library : The Book of Kells Experience
Trinity College Library : The Book of Kells Experience
Dublin

Incredible experience, even with the library undergoing renovations.

Quality of Experience
Dublin Private Walking Tour
Dublin Private Walking Tour
Dublin

Diane was an incredible guide, very knowledgeable, and very willing to share that knowledge with us.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Diane was amazing!
Cliffs of Moher Cruise from Doolin ( 50 min)
Cliffs of Moher Cruise from Doolin ( 50 min)
Doolin

A great experience!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Visit of Kilmainham Gaol
Visit of Kilmainham Gaol
Dublin

Incredible history.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Entry into the Emigration Museum EPIC
Entry into the Emigration Museum EPIC
Dublin

Great capture of history.

Quality of Experience
Jameson Distillery Dublin - Bow St. Experience
Jameson Distillery Dublin - Bow St. Experience
Dublin

Wonderful tour, and great history.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Afternoon tea at House of Waterford
Afternoon tea at House of Waterford
Waterford

Delicious!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Waterford Crystal Factory Tour Private Tour
Waterford Crystal Factory Tour Private Tour
Waterford

A tour not to be missed. Incredible that they are still cutting the crystal by hand. Such incredible craftsmen!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Titanic trail in Cobh
Titanic trail in Cobh
Cobh

Wonderful walking tour covering the Titanic and some history of Cobh!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Killarney Combination Tour - Boat + Jaunting Car
Killarney Combination Tour - Boat + Jaunting Car
Ireland

Wonderful day spent at Ross Castle! The jaunting car was fun!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Archaeological Tour of the Dingle Peninsula
Archaeological Tour of the Dingle Peninsula
Ireland

This was an amazing experience! Michael did a fantastic tour, and educated us on the archeology of the area, which is incredible. Hearing him speaking Irish with the sheep farmer was a highlight, as it brought back memories of hearing my grandfather speaking the language when I was a young girl.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Cliffs of Moher Visitor Center tickets
Cliffs of Moher Visitor Center tickets
Ireland
Quality of Experience
Eala Bhán : Tasting Menu 8 course
Eala Bhán : Tasting Menu 8 course
Sligo

An amazing meal! The chef is a true artist!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Guided Visit of Boyne Valley with Newgrange Chamber and Brú na Bóinne  Tour
Guided Visit of Boyne Valley with Newgrange Chamber and Brú na Bóinne Tour
Drogheda

An amazing experience!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Claire Monfray
Claire
Claire Monfray
Local specialist in Lyon | Replied on Oct 09, 2025
Hi Rose, Thank you so much for your wonderful 5-star review! I truly appreciate your kind words about the accommodations ( and thorough feedback on the Hotel Clayton in Cork), tours, guides, and the restaurant. I especially want to highlight your experience with Michael. It genuinely touches me. It’s so rewarding to hear that his tour and the spontaneous moments he shared, like speaking Irish with the sheep farmer, created such a meaningful memory for you. Those authentic local... Read more

Hi Rose,

Thank you so much for your wonderful 5-star review! I truly appreciate your kind words about the accommodations ( and thorough feedback on the Hotel Clayton in Cork), tours, guides, and the restaurant.

I especially want to highlight your experience with Michael. It genuinely touches me. It’s so rewarding to hear that his tour and the spontaneous moments he shared, like speaking Irish with the sheep farmer, created such a meaningful memory for you. Those authentic local interactions are truly special, and I’m delighted they resonated with you.

It was a pleasure helping plan your journey, and I hope your memories of Ireland continue to bring you joy. Looking forward to assisting with your future travels in Ireland, UK, France or Italy!

Warm regards,
Claire & High Point Holidays Team