Is a network (wifi or wired) need to use an apple tv 2?

so my question is if i want to only use my ipad 2 to "airplay" or "mirror " (for that fact) content (movies, music, pictures etc.) to my apple tv 2, do i need to have a network connection (wifi or wired) for it work...so like if i want to use my apple tv 2 in a hotel, or a relatives house that doesn't have "network"?

Unfortunately yes - you need a wireless LAN at a minimum.
iPads cannot set up an ad hoc network with AppleTVs.
AppleTVs can't connect to wi-fi using web based login screens in hotels, though could connect to a network where you knew username/password.
You might consider a small mi-fi type device that can behave as a portable router.
Worth pointing out that in general AppleTV2 also requires an internet not just a LAN connection to play protected content needing authorisation.
AC

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