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One of the best ways to appreciate the beauty, culture and local color of Ireland’s Dingle Peninsula is to hire a car. Hiring a car gives you the freedom to define your itinerary explore attractions not typically included in commercial tours, and stay in locally-run hotels, many of which are century-old manors that have been refurbished. One popular hotel is the Benners Hotel. Its excellent location in the dishing port of Dingle make it an ideal base for your car travels around the Dingle Peninsula. It is a short car drive away from Slea Head coast road, Mount Brandon, and the pubs and bazaars of Dingle Town. But convenience is not the only reason why Benners Hotel has been declared one of the best places to stay in Dingle Peninsula. The 200-year old town house reflects the history and culture of this special part of Ireland. Antiques, cosy nooks, soft lighting and large windows create an old world country charm—the kind of relaxed luxury one would find in the summer homes of nobility. Bedrooms are spacious and comfortable, while modern amenities and excellent service make guests feel pampered . The hotel’s restauraunt ‘Benners on the Lane’ captures the quiet elegance of a bygone era, with mahogany furniture, candle light, crystal and antique silverware, It serves classic Irish cuisine. Its seafood dishes are particularly delicious, using fresh fish from the nearby harbour. It has an excellent wine list. The Benners Hotel is an ideal base for your car travels in the area. Travellers who want to tour Dingle Peninsula using a rented car can inquire with car hire companies about the car hire packages they offer. The car hire agencies can also assist you in creating a personalised itinerary for your car travels. There are car hire agencies located in Ireland’s major airports and cities.