Touring western Ireland is an unmixed delight. The lanes that wend through verdant countryside are a pleasure to drive. And the legendarily beautiful coastline around Galway Bay is dotted with picturesque port towns stocked with restaurants serving fresh-caught seafood. During our time in this exceptionally scenic region, we revisited Cashel House Hotel, a long-recommended property that has recently received one or two critical reviews from members, and Adare Manor, a castle estate that has become one of the most acclaimed hotels in Ireland since it reopened in 2017 following extensive renovations.