Ireland is one of the closet and easiest places for a holiday from the U.K. With rolling green hills and blustery beaches, the country has a number of activities for travelers after either an active or relaxing escape. Accommodation options range from many Dublin points properties to regal mansions in the Irish countryside to an Atlantic lighthouse. And there’s really no better place to socially distance than a castle! Here are the 16 best places to stay in Ireland. 1. The Shelbourne, Dublin (Photo courtesy of The Shelbourne/Facebook) The Shelbourne Dublin, an Autograph Collection property, refers to itself as a “national treasure”, and here at TPG U.K., we’re inclined to agree. The landmark hotel, which dates back over 200 years, is home to the Horseshoe Bar, which hosted famed musical acts like the Rolling Stones and the Chieftains. You can also visit the room where the Constitution of the Irish Free State was written. Now known as the Constitution Suite, the space still contains the...