Hotels in Laois, Ireland

Laois is a landlocked county in Ireland's Midlands, famous for its Slieve Bloom Mountains and medieval ruins like the Rock of Dunamase. The climate is cool and rainy year-round, with summer temperatures around 59-68°F (15-20°C) perfect for hiking through the Slieve Bloom's forest trails, and milder winters (35-46°F / 2-8°C) ideal for exploring the heritage town of Portlaoise and its 12th-century castle. In summer, you can cycle the Slieve Bloom Way, a 45-mile loop through heather and waterfalls, while winter is best for visiting the restored Donaghmore Famine Museum to learn about the 1840s Potato Famine.