If a girly spa break seems like the perfect getaway for you and the girls, there is no better place to escape to than Powerscourt Hotel resort & spa, widely considered as one of the best spa hotels in Ireland. ESPA at Powerscourt, our luxurious spa, is considered a sanctuary to many. Our devoted therapists aim to relieve stress and fulfil our guests with a feeling of peace. Choose from one of our rejuvenating spa experiences, carefully curated to each address a specific area of the body and mind. Or, if you’d prefer a more bespoke experience, you can choose from our treatments menu to best suit your mood. Our experienced therapists would also be more than happy to advise you on specific treatments and what will best meet your relaxation expectations. Once everyone has been pampered with treatments from our talented therapists, all perfected with ESPA products, you and the girls can catch up with a swim in our 20m Swarovski crystal-lit swimming pool, or with a steam in the luxurious Hammam suite. After your group has been adequately relaxed and rejuvenated, why not enjoy a sumptuous afternoon tea or light lunch at the ESPA Spa Café? Indulge in a delicious choice of light refreshment and add another level of luxury with a glass of Champagne, a touch of elegance to an already fabulous experience.

If the idea of a girly spa break is not your cup of tea, then perhaps your preference would be an adventurous break with the girls? At Powerscourt Hotel, there are a number of exciting activities to enjoy, both onsite and around Wicklow. Take advantage of our complimentary bicycles and explore the numerous cycling trails dotted around estate. Explore the famous Powerscourt River Walk and take in the sites of Powerscourt Waterfall. Falconry can also be arranged onsite, an exciting experience that all are sure to enjoy. On The Estate you can also visit Powerscourt House & Gardens or take a tour of the Powerscourt Distillery, home of Fercullen Whiskey.

 

Off site there are number of hiking trails through the Wicklow Mountains National Park that you can explore, or our At Your Service team can help to organise horse riding lessons for your group. There are also opportunities to go fishing take in the experiences of Ireland’s Ancient East.

Sika Restaurant

Powerscourt Hotel is home to Sika Restaurant, one of the best restaurants in Wicklow. Offering a selection of contemporary Irish dishes with an emphasis on locally sourced and seasonal produce. From our seafood to our beef, Ireland's fresh food credentials are world renowned. Such superb ingredients inspire the best of our chefs. Sika Restaurant offers a fine dining affair steeped in luxury and locality, the perfect place to enjoy an evening meal on your girly break.

 

McGills

McGills pub, our traditional Irish pub serving delicious casual cuisine accompanied by handmade cocktails prepared by our talented bar staff. This Irish pub is more than a name or an address: it embodies a spirit of friendly congeniality, a culture of conversation and story. McGills manifests this magnificently, full of interesting artefacts and memorabilia, with a wonderful bar, made for elbows, McGills offers a tasty menu of wholesome, traditional dishes, prepared and served with imagination and style. McGills is perfect for a casual evening meal or after dinner drink during your girly break. And with live traditional music every Friday & Saturday night, a great night is guaranteed.

 

Sugar Loaf Lounge

Overlooking the magnificent scenes of the Sugar Loaf Mountain, The Sugar Loaf Lounge boasts grandeur and elegance surrounded by natural beauty. Here you can experience what is well-renowned as the best afternoon tea in Wicklow. Featuring an array of sweet and savoury treats, Afternoon Tea in the Sugar Loaf Lounge is a great addition to your girly break. Add another level of luxury by opting for a Champagne afternoon tea, a great way to celebrate any occasion, or toast to a fabulous girls trip!