Eco Hotels in Longford Ireland 2026 — 70 from €53/night

Why stay in Longford

Longford — Royal Canal & Hidden Waterways

Longford is Ireland's Hidden Heartland — both the Royal Canal and the Shannon waterway run through it, Lough Ree borders it to the west, and the Corlea Trackway is one of the most extraordinary archaeological sites in Ireland: an Iron Age oak road built in 148 BC, preserved in bog for 2,100 years. Oliver Goldsmith, who wrote The Vicar of Wakefield and She Stoops to Conquer, was born near Ballymahon and is commemorated throughout the county.

Corlea Trackway — Iron Age oak road (148 BC) preserved in bog, purpose-built visitor centre
Royal Canal Greenway — 130km cycling trail from Dublin to Longford
Oliver Goldsmith Trail — 18th century literary landscape around Ballymahon

Hidden HeartlandsCorlea TrackwayRoyal CanalIron AgeOliver Goldsmith

At a glance

CountyLongford

ProvinceLeinster

Hotels70

From€53/night

Drive to Dublin1.5 hrs

Train to Dublin1.5 hrs

Best areas to stay in Longford

Whether you want to be in the heart of things or prefer a quieter base with easy access to the main attractions, Longford has options across every budget. Book through IMPT — lowest price guarantee — same as Booking.com or better on every property, with 1 tonne of CO² removed from the atmosphere per booking at no extra cost to you.

Getting to Longford

Ireland's transport network connects the major towns by bus and rail. For rural areas, a hire car gives the most flexibility. Most airports and ferry ports have car hire desks. Bus Éireann covers all major routes; Irish Rail serves the main corridor towns.

Why carbon-neutral travel matters in Longford

Choosing sustainable accommodation in Longford is one of the most direct ways to reduce the environmental impact of your trip. IMPT lists green-certified hotels, eco-friendly guesthouses, and responsible travel options across the county — all at the same price as major booking platforms. Whether you're looking for a low-carbon city stay or an environmentally friendly rural retreat, every booking removes 1 tonne of verified CO₂.

Ireland's landscapes are among the most climate-sensitive in Europe. Atlantic sea temperature rise, shifting seabird populations, and bog ecosystem changes are all measurable here. Every IMPT booking removes 1 tonne of CO² — approximately 28 times the carbon produced by the average hotel night — verified on-chain and publicly auditable.

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Questions answered

About eco hotels in Longford

What is the Corlea Trackway?

An Iron Age oak road built in 148 BC across bogland near Keenagh. Discovered during peat cutting in 1984, it is the largest preserved wooden trackway ever found in Europe. Displayed in a purpose-built humidity-controlled building — free to visit.

What is the Royal Canal Greenway?

A 130km cycling and walking trail from Dublin's Ashtown to Cloondara in County Longford, following the restored towpath of the Royal Canal (opened 1817). One of Ireland's best completed greenway trails.

Who was Oliver Goldsmith?

Born near Ballymahon circa 1730, Goldsmith was one of the great 18th-century Irish writers. The Vicar of Wakefield (1766), She Stoops to Conquer (1773), and the poem The Deserted Village are his major works. The Goldsmith Country driving trail covers his landscape.

What is Lough Ree in Longford?

Lough Ree's western shore borders County Longford. The lake has 50+ islands, several with medieval monastery ruins. Boat hire is available from Lanesborough village.

How do I get to Longford?

Train from Dublin Connolly (via Athlone) — 1.5–2 hours. By car via N4 — 1.5 hours.

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Choosing sustainable accommodation and eco-friendly hotels in Longford directly benefits the landscapes you're visiting. Every green-certified stay booked through IMPT removes 1 tonne of CO₂ — responsible travel that costs no more than a standard booking.

Where to Stay in Longford — Towns & Landmarks

Longford Town

County town on the River Shannon. St Mel's Cathedral, Corlea Trackway Iron Age road (148 BC), Longford Greyhound Stadium.

Edgeworthstown

Home of novelist Maria Edgeworth. Edgeworthstown House, golf course, quiet Georgian streets in the Irish midlands.

Ballymahon

Riverside town on the River Inny. Nearby Lough Ree, Goldsmith's birthplace (Pallas), walking and cycling routes.

Granard

Highest town in the midlands. Motte of Granard Norman earthwork, Granard Motor Museum, spectacular views from the motte summit.

Getting to Longford

Longford is in Ireland's Hidden Heartlands — accessible via N4/M4 from Dublin (1.5h), Longford railway station (Dublin–Sligo line), and Carrick-on-Shannon 20 min north.