Airbnb Ireland Host Spotlight 2023

The Airbnb Host Spotlight celebrates outstanding Hosts and listings nationwide, highlighting their exceptional hospitality for guests and the positive impact they create in their communities.

Explore below all the winners and finalists who go above and beyond for their guests and the benefits they bring to wider communities.

Mary had been working in hospitality since 1984, when lockdown hit, and she was pushed to retirement. Mary used her free time to design, and project manage the restoration of an old cottage she had bought in the mountains above lough Eske. Mary enjoys taking care of her guests in this modern cottage, with terrazzo flooring and floor to ceiling windows to fully appreciate the beautiful surroundings.

The Higgins started hosting 9 years ago with one property and now have a trio of spaces called Neadú. The Birdbox led to the name of the collection Neadú as it is the Irish word for nestle. The Birdbox is a one-of-a-kind handcrafted treehouse nestled between mature Scots pine and oak trees with a beautiful view of Glenveagh. It offers adult guests the childlike experience of staying in a treehouse but with a feel of quirky nostalgia and cosy comfort.

Having travelled extensively around the world, Diane knew hosting would come naturally to her. Diane knew that attention to detail and going above and beyond for guests is what makes host’s stand out.

Deirdre started hosting 4 years ago to create additional income whilst working from home. Deirde has hosted people from all over the world in her own home she shares with her husband. The rooms she has listed on Airbnb are light and bright with high ceilings, pretty antique furniture and interesting artwork.

Helena and Rob are both artists who live in a small cottage in the country. They began hosting as a way of sharing their wild cottage garden and also providing an income. The wren’s nest cabin offers guests the opportunity to relax in nature and to experience sustainable accommodation. The water in the cabin is not wasted and the grey wastewater is reused in the garden, all the lights are solar and guests use a compost toilet.