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Planning a wheelchair accessible holiday in Ireland has never been easier. With growing awareness around inclusive tourism, more properties across all four provinces now offer genuine accessibility features. From coastal retreats to city escapes, here are our top recommendations for wheelchair accessible holiday rentals throughout Ireland.

Leinster Province

Dublin: Accessible Country Cottage

Located just 20 minutes from Dublin city center, this peaceful cottage offers the perfect balance of tranquility and convenience. The property features:

• Spacious wheelchair accessible shower and bathroom

• Sleeps up to 5 people comfortably

• Close to restaurants, pubs, and tourist attractions

• Easy access to public transport links

Wicklow: Sunriseview Cottage

This stunning coastal property offers breathtaking sunrise views and direct access to some of Ireland’s most beautiful landscapes. Features include:

• Wheelchair accessible throughout

• Proximity to surfing beaches and golf courses

• Walking distance to Wicklow town

• Perfect base for exploring Wicklow Mountains and Glendalough

Munster Province

Cork: Family-Friendly City Apartment

This fully furnished apartment in Cork’s suburbs combines accessibility with convenience. Highlights include:

• Two double bedrooms plus sofa bed

• Wheelchair accessible design

• Pet and child friendly

• Close to shops, restaurants, and public transport

• Near Cork Airport for easy travel

Kerry: Tralee Wheelchair Accessible Lodge

A beautiful lodge in a safe neighborhood, perfect for exploring the Ring of Kerry and Dingle Peninsula. Features:

• 7-minute walk from Tralee town center

• Private patio with barbecue facilities

• Sofa bed and single fold-up bed for families

• Ideal base for touring Southwest Ireland

Clare: Accessible Holiday Homes

Multiple wheelchair accessible properties available through Corofin Lake Cottages and Doolin Court Holiday Homes. These properties offer:

• Purpose-built accessibility features

• Beautiful countryside locations

• Close to the Cliffs of Moher and Burren region

• Family-friendly amenities

Connacht Province

Galway: Atlantic Retreat Luxury Apartment

This completely remodeled cottage offers luxury accommodation with stunning Burren views. Benefits include:

• Modern wheelchair accessible design

• 9 minutes from vibrant Kinvara village

• 500 meters from Galway Bay

• Ground floor apartment available

Ulster Province (Northern Ireland)

Donegal: Seaside Apartment, Buncrana

Perfect for families wanting coastal experiences with fresh ocean air. Features include:

• Walking distance to parks and coastal walks

• 20 minutes from Derry/Londonderry

• Wheelchair accessible throughout

• Great base for exploring Donegal’s Wild Atlantic Way

What to Look for in Wheelchair Accessible Accommodation

When booking wheelchair accessible holiday rentals in Ireland, ensure the property offers:

• Wheelchair accessible bathrooms with roll-in showers

• Level access or ramp entry to the property

• Wide doorways throughout (minimum 32 inches)

• Accessible parking close to the entrance

• Lower kitchen counters and accessible appliances where needed

• Ground floor bedroom and bathroom options

Current State of Accessibility in Ireland 2025

Ireland’s tourism industry continues to improve accessibility standards, though it varies significantly by county and property type. Recent developments include:

• Expanded investment in Greenways and Blueways for accessible outdoor activities

• Improved beach access at select coastal locations

• Enhanced accessibility at Heritage Ireland (OPW) sites

• Growing number of hotels with inclusive pool access

Planning Your Accessible Holiday

Before booking, always:

• Contact properties directly to confirm specific accessibility features

• Check recent reviews from other wheelchair users

• Consider proximity to accessible attractions and restaurants

• Verify parking availability and accessibility

• Confirm any equipment rental needs in advance

Book Your Accessible Holiday Today

Ireland offers incredible experiences for wheelchair users, from accessible surfing lessons to scenic greenway cycling. With the right accommodation as your base, you can explore everything from medieval towns to stunning coastlines.

For mobility equipment needs during your stay, including wheelchair, contact Irish Stairlifts & Bathrooms at 016167079 or visit irishstairlifts.ie to ensure you have everything needed for a comfortable and enjoyable holiday.

What accessibility features matter most to you when choosing holiday accommodation? Share your experiences and help us build an even better resource for accessible travel in Ireland.

If you have a disability or reduced mobility, it can seem obvious that life may need some alterations. This can be items that you use, new furniture for your home, or your living areas may need to be adapted. There is a huge range of items and functions that can assist and make life a little easier. It seems pretty straight forward, right? Not always. Quite often we have customers who require aids or adaptions that we can provide. However, some customers are going without simply because they feel it might not be available to them in their particular circumstances. We have a number of options and suggestions available, which may help.

Firstly, always talk to us about the range of products we offer and if a reconditioned piece of equipment might be an option. Secondly, use the following information and contacts to enquire about grants that can assist. A lot of customers are unaware of the support that is potentially available, which could make positive changes much more attainable. If you have a family member who could benefit from home aid assistance it might be worth sitting down and going over these options. The following schemes are available through your local authority. They should help you assess and decide what scheme best suits your circumstances.

The Mobility Aids Grant Scheme This scheme provides grants for works designed to address mobility problems in the home, such as the purchase and installation of grab-rails, a level access shower, access ramps or a stair-lift. If you require more extensive works to be done, or if you do not qualify under the means test for the Mobility Aids Grant Scheme, you can apply for the Housing Adaptation Grant for People with a Disability instead.

The third option is The Housing Aid for Older People Scheme, which is used to improve the condition of an older person’s home. In general, it is aimed at people 66 years of age and older, who are living in poor housing conditions. However, in cases of genuine hardship the local authority may assist people under age 66. Another option to consider is VAT Refunds.

You may get a refund of Value-Added Tax (VAT) on certain special aids and appliances that you need. This scheme of VAT refunds on aids and appliances can also apply to adaptation and installation work being carried out to make a home more suitable for an older person or for a person with a disability Lastly please don’t forget to check in with your private health insurance or the HSE (issuer of medical card).

Both have the potential to help cover the provision of aids and appliances necessary to assist you with your daily living. There is a variety of assistance available and because we have customers from all over Ireland the best way to access these schemes is by calling Citizens information and mentioning the above grant/support and your local area, this will allow them to give you the local authority who can assess this for you. Citizens Information can be reached on 0761 07 4000 (Monday to Friday, 9am to 8pm) or you can visit your local Citizens Information Centre. Our aim has always been to enable customers to live the best life they possibly can.

We will always advocate for assistance in achieving that goal. If you come across any other local or national assistance programmes we would love to hear from you. Sharing this kind of information can have huge benefits for our community. Have a look at our latest products now on our website. https://irishstairlifts.ie