Is parking available at the property?

Yes, free parking is available on-site.

Is breakfast offered at the hotel?

Yes, breakfast is available, and it can be enjoyed in the room.

What are the standard check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?

The property offers disabled access, including wheelchair-accessible facilities in public areas and rooms.

Where is the hotel located in relation to key landmarks?

The hotel is located in Kingscourt, approximately 1.6 miles from Dún na Rí Forest Park and about 10.8 miles from Carrickmacross Lace Gallery.

Cabra Castle Hotel in Kingscourt

Average nightly price at Cabra Castle Hotel by month, last 12 months (USD)
Month	Average price
January	$203
February	$203
March	$215
April	$214
May	$231
June	$218
July	$226
August	$218
September	$222
October	$218
November	$214
December	$209

What guests think

Across many reviews, Cabra Castle Hotel stands out for its charming castle setting, beautiful grounds, and especially warm, attentive staff, creating a memorable and distinctive stay for couples, families, and leisure travelers.

Rooms are often spacious and comfortable with period character, though some report noise from events or neighbours and warm temperatures due to a lack of air conditioning. Food and breakfast generally earn high marks, but a few guests found meals average or service inconsistent at busy times. The location is scenic and somewhat remote, making a car or advance transport planning helpful. Expect a picturesque, service-led stay in a lively wedding venue.

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Facilities

Well-kept grounds, woodland walks, and a welcoming bar create plenty to enjoy on-site; outdoor lawn games are a hit, and parking beside some rooms is convenient. Frequent weddings contribute to a lively atmosphere.

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Mary

Jul 5, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Had an excellent time staying at the Cabra Castle. Friendly staff, the kids had a great time playing with the outdoor games and the food was amazing!

10

Rodney

Oct 5, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Nice stay. Bar was very good. Staff was very friendly. Great breakfast. Great place.

10

Jeremy

Sep 10, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

We came with high expectations and it was better than we expected. The dining choices were great, the grounds well kept and the rooms lovely. The weather allowed us to play lawn games as a family. Highly recommended

10

Pedro

Jun 20, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Excellent service. Parking was in front of my room. Easy access.

10

Sharon

Feb 19, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We stayed in a courtyard room. It was beautiful. Really warm and cosy. Beautiful bathroom with large walk-in shower. Kettle, tea, coffee,milk and biscuits provided. We had our dinner in the bar and the food was amazing as was the breakfast. The whole place is spotless. The gardens are absolutely gorgeous. We had a walk through the forest. The staff are lovely and can't do enough for you.Definitely recommend.

10

Stephen

Sep 3, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Fantastic place to stay even if just for one night as we did on our way back to Dublin AP. We got a large comfortable Courtside Suite fitted with a large KING bed perfect for a shining knight and me lady. We enjoyed a tasty white table cloth window view dinner (reservations recommended). After dinner and cocktails, we retired to our room only to see a great fireworks show right from our room window celebrating the bride and groom, married that day. This is a huge place and holds weddings almost on the daily, yet you don't really see the group much. There is a nice 2 mile walk through the woods and around the castle grounds which used to be a golf course, now a long private drive up to the castle. All meals are white table cloth with 4-5 star food with a moderately priced full wine list and a nice included free breakfast served at your table overlooking the castle grounds. The same table provided us a wonderful sunset for dinner. The only issue was the toilet flushing was a hit and miss effort only working about 15% of the time. Seems like it just needed an adjustment. All and all not a big deal considering this place was built in 1699, is quite large, very historical with several drinking and dining venues, throughout and a very unique stay.

10

Peter

Jun 2, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

We stayed in one of the lodges, a short walk from the Castle building. Grounds are parkland style. Note that the the golf course that may be mentioned in other reviews is not there anymore. The castle itself is an interesting building, nicely furnished and restored. We had dinner and breakfast in the restaurant and both were good quality and had good service.

10

Martina

Oct 27, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Last minute night away. Fantastic hotel great atmosphere. Hotel nice and warm and cosy. Great service even though hotel very busy with wedding and after wedding parties

10

Mark

Jul 5, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Wonderful experience. The grounds are beautiful and the staff was super helpful and nice. Dinner was excellent and a terrific value.

10

Beau

Jun 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful property with exceptional staff. We all enjoyed the outdoor games!

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Cleanliness

Cleanliness appears strong across rooms and common areas, with many describing spaces as spotless. A few comments note worn or dirty carpets in some lodge areas.

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Jonathan

Oct 29, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Staff brilliant, happy, attentive and knowledgeable. Room spotless, facilities lovely. Would strongly recommend for a night away to relax and chill.

10

Alan

Dec 19, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very comfortable stay for one night sadly. Stayed in a lodge room and it was spacious and spotlessly clean. Dinner and breakfast very good and all staff very friendly and helpful.

10

Sharon

Feb 19, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We stayed in a courtyard room. It was beautiful. Really warm and cosy. Beautiful bathroom with large walk-in shower. Kettle, tea, coffee,milk and biscuits provided. We had our dinner in the bar and the food was amazing as was the breakfast. The whole place is spotless. The gardens are absolutely gorgeous. We had a walk through the forest. The staff are lovely and can't do enough for you.Definitely recommend.

10

nora

Sep 7, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Beautiful . Can't fault Cabra castle in any way. The staff couldn't do enough for us. Also the cleanliness was top notch. The beds were so comfortable (had two nights in the castle room and one in the lodge) I've never slept so well in a long time. Would definitely recommend, especially when they have the spa and wellness facilities. The food was absolutely delicious (wedding party) even distributing chicken and chips in cones later in the evening . The Irish breakfasts ensured i got up and raced to the dining area in the morning (something i never do anywhere else) Wish i was still there!

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Timothy

May 8, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The grounds and castle are beautiful. We wanted to stay in a castle so I made this reservation, however, when we checked in we were put into one of their lodge rooms so we were somewhat disappointed. The water was off in our room because maintenance wasn’t expecting anyone to stay there (they did come quickly to remedy the situation).The carpeting on the stairs to our room are in need of a good cleaning and we’re loose in some laces. The carpeting in our room also need a good cleaning. The bed was comfortable and we did have a nice view of the grassy area. Dinner in the bar was excellent as well as breakfast in the morning.

8

TARA

Sep 14, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The main castle was a beautiful. Our room was good, very clean. The staff that checked us in and welcomed us were absolutely wonderful.

10

Shaun

Sep 21, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

We had an incredible stay at Cabra Castle. Friendly staff. Clean. Superior service. Highly recommend.

10

Jeremy

Oct 9, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

THis place exceeded out family's expectations. From the check-in, to the clean and spacious family room, lawn games and amazing breakfast, we would love to go back in the future.

10

Adrian

Jan 1, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel was excellent in every way, staff were exceptional, food was 5 star and the whole experience was 1st class. We spent new year here and stayed in the lodge. The room was spotless and very well equipped.

10

Martin

Jul 17, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

We stayed two nights after being there previously for a wedding. It was lovely. From the moment we arrived the staff couldn't have made us more welcome nothing was too much trouble. We stayed in the cottages a two minute stroll from the castle itself. A beautiful quite spot and the room was very comfortable and spotlessly clean. We had breakfast and dinner both days, the food was wonderful. Couldn't speak highly enough.... a lovely place and hope to visit again in the future.

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Rooms

Rooms are generally spacious, comfortable, and full of character across castle, courtyard, lodge, and stables buildings. Some guests experienced noise from events or neighbours and uncomfortably warm rooms due to no air conditioning; a few mention dated decor or awkward bathrooms.

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Donal

Oct 19, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Fantastic. Room was hot though

10

William

May 26, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful property! friendly staff comforting beds and luxury bedding huge bedroom

10

Alan

Dec 19, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very comfortable stay for one night sadly. Stayed in a lodge room and it was spacious and spotlessly clean. Dinner and breakfast very good and all staff very friendly and helpful.

10

Diane

Apr 20, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Comfortable beds, large room, very regal. I felt like royalty. The bathroom was large with a huge shower. The grounds were lovely, the restaurant had great food, and I really enjoyed looking around. Had a safe snd fridge. Lots of electrical outlets.

10

Lesley

Sep 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Fabulous stay. The castle and grounds are stunning. The room is spacious and elegantly decorated. The bed is heavenly and the breakfast is superb.

8

Nathaniel

Aug 22, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely venue. Grounds are beautiful. Beds very comfortable and rooms are a very generous size. Only grumble is the sound insulation, difficult to tackle in an old castle I’d concede but the people above or to the side don’t have to be particularly loud before it becomes intrusive. Food and service in restaurant was excellent

10

Kyle

Jul 29, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Castle was super cool and food was great as well. Rooms were kind of dated but were still nice.

10

Jaclyn

Oct 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful, quaint property, friendly staff. Only thing was that you could hear everything from the rooms and it was very noisy. Every time the people in the room across the hall came in and out their room, it sounded like they were trying to unlock our door that’s how loud it was. Besides that it was a stunning place!

10

Marshall

Sep 14, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The castle was made into an amazing historic hotel complete with so much original architecture. We stayed in one of the cottages which were new builds but so well designed that you might think you were in part of a historic castle. The cottage was very spacious and well appointed. The bed was extremely comfortable.

10

Linda

Sep 11, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

We stayed on night in Courtyard rooms and one night in Castle! We enjoyed both for different reasons. Would next time hope to get a castle room with window looking out to the gardens but have to say the castle room was quiet and bed very comfortable. The food was lovely we had restaurant dinner one night and bar food the following night. Would recommend crab starter on Restaurant’s menu, chicken wings and fish and chips on Derby Bar menu! Because we were moving rooms they actually had castle room for us to move to instead of having to wait until 3pm to check in again! All the staff are so nice and so attentive would highly recommend!

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Service

Service is widely praised as friendly, attentive, and accommodating, including thoughtful touches for celebrations and help with mobility needs. Isolated issues include room allocation mix-ups and slower or less welcoming restaurant service during busy periods.

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Kelley

Jul 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I cannot rave about our stay here enough! Every aspect is truly first class. We stayed here for my mother’s 75th birthday. They made her feel so special all day from lunch at the bar to dinner at the restaurant no detail was missed. Food and drinks were excellent at both. The grounds are gorgeous and the rooms are spacious (we booked superior room). But what shined the most was the staff, everyone was so friendly and accommodating. We had an early departure and the staff had a to go coffee ready before we departed, so many little extra touches like this made this a fabulous stay!

10

Jonathan

Oct 29, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Staff brilliant, happy, attentive and knowledgeable. Room spotless, facilities lovely. Would strongly recommend for a night away to relax and chill.

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Gillian

Aug 11, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Cabra Castle is beautiful and all parts beautifully maintained. It is like waking through a period drama. The staff were friendly and helpful and attentive to our needs. The dining area for breakfast is so elegant and the breakfast itself delicious and beautifully presented. A real treat to stay here. Thank you to the staff at Cabra.

10

Alan

Dec 19, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very comfortable stay for one night sadly. Stayed in a lodge room and it was spacious and spotlessly clean. Dinner and breakfast very good and all staff very friendly and helpful.

10

Andrena

Oct 10, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

From the moment we entered the front door ,,(later that planed)we were treated like vip ,,,,paula on reception was just oytstanding

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William

Dec 31, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely property and surrounding area. Just note that it’s heavily used for weddings so expect music to be heard in your bedroom until late in the evening. Staff were also very friendly and accommodating but more could be on hand when the restaurant/bar is busy to cater for the numbers.

10

Gregory

Feb 24, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Everything you would expect in an Irish castle along with 5 star service. My wife has mobility issues so we had to change rooms. Nothing but smiles and helpful faces. Offers were made for a cart to pick us up and a special passage to get her to the breakfast room without stairs. Also tons of help with directions and things to do. The room was fit for royalty. Hated to leave but our carriage turned back into a pumpkin the next morning.

10

anthony

Feb 3, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Start to finish a truly wonderful experience for my wife's 70th.birthday, unfortunately the breakfast was a bit of a let down ie. My wife's French toast was cold and my fried egg was frazzled, definitely the worst fried egg in Ireland. The egg makes the fry. Booked a table for 7pm Saturday evening. Arrived at 6.50 and we were told to wait outside in a side room until 7 even though the restaurant was empty at the time. Not even an offer to provide us with a drink while we waited. Hence we went down to the bar and had our meal, with no complaints and the staff were fantastic as they were on the Friday night, especially catriona,unfortunately the staff in the restaurant are not on the same planet and definitely don't have the same customer friendly approach. Such a shame that this should happen on my wife's 70th.birthday.

6

Ann Marie

Sep 29, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The website was misleading as to the type of rooms. it shows the cottages having a balcony or a patio. My room had neither. Our party had book 3 rooms. I had requested a ground floor room due to a disability.Members of our party arrived at different times. Unfortunately they gave that room to the member of the party that arrived first rather than the person who booked the room.

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Paul

May 28, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

A wonderful stay, the drive up to Castle sets you up for what's in store. Check in smooth and very quick, room fantastic, grounds amazing ! Every turn is a surprise, every room in the Castle so well laid out, portraits galore. The Restaurant for Dinner and Breakfast was wonderful and the STAFF are TOP CLASS

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Location

Set in scenic, tranquil grounds outside Kingscourt, the property feels remote and restful. Public transport can be challenging, so a car or pre-arranged transport is advisable.

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Danielle

Aug 22, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Staff was extremely kind and helpful! Food was great and walking the grounds was very charming. We had a hard time getting to the castle relying on public transportation. I would suggest providing a shuttle or taxi service information for travelers without personal transportation.

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M

Aug 24, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

From the Hotels.com information I thought that the hotel was in the centre of Kingscourt but it is on the outskirts and certainly not walking distance. The location is very picturesque and the grounds are well maintained. Without exception the staff were helpful and friendly and are a great asset to their employer. We had a room in a lodge which is not in the main building and was comfortable and clean with a decent shower, linen and toiletries. I would have had an excellent night's sleep if it hadn't been for the rowdy guests who returned in the middle of the night to move furniture and continue partying.

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John

Apr 4, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Excellent hotel in beautiful surroundings Staff were very friendly and helpful Accommodation was lovely and car parking just outside the door was very helpful for my mother

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Damian

Jul 10, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Great hotel and lovely setting ideal location if you had good weather

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Mark

Jul 20, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Out on it's own. Quite and tranquil

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Karen

Sep 18, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Our stay was absolutely fabulous! The room we had was beautiful and clean. I think we had the best night's sleep of our life on the most comfortable bed ever. The castle grounds were so pretty and easy to walk around. Dining experiences were wonderful and delicious.

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Peter

Jun 2, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

We stayed in one of the lodges, a short walk from the Castle building. Grounds are parkland style. Note that the the golf course that may be mentioned in other reviews is not there anymore. The castle itself is an interesting building, nicely furnished and restored. We had dinner and breakfast in the restaurant and both were good quality and had good service.

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Steven

Mar 19, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very large comfortable room. Bed was great. We were fortunate to be there between rains or getting to the hotel restaurant from the courtyard rooms would have likely gotten us wet. Beautiful woodlands surrounding the castle. Lots of interesting history too.

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Jason

Jul 5, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Great gem of a hotel stay. It felt like staying in a museaum at times. Very unique experience. We stayed in the stables rooms and they were beautiful. Out of the way but not a bad thing. Restful and relaxing stay. Staff could not have been friendiler.

10

Gina

Aug 6, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Beautiful hotel with quality furnishings. Excellent and reasonably priced food and drink. Very friendly and helpful staff. Gorgeous Dun A Ri Forest Park nearby. Thank you to the owners, managers and staff!

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Dining

Breakfast and meals in the restaurant and bar are often excellent, with some praising multi-course dinners and value. Occasional critiques mention bland or overdone dishes and inconsistent restaurant service at peak times.

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Randall

Sep 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Impressive facility with a lot of interesting features. Food was OK but not special.

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Rodney

Oct 5, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Nice stay. Bar was very good. Staff was very friendly. Great breakfast. Great place.

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Mary

Feb 26, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The Property was wonderful, especially enjoyed the courtyard rooms. However, I was at a wedding at the staff did not even offer to provide an napkin with the Hor d'oeurves. It was a pretty upscale wedding and I the catering was done in house. The food was just okay, overdone beef and duck. The Breakfast was perfect.

10

Yvonne

Aug 26, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful hotel with incredible dining at the castle

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john

Apr 25, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This was a wonderful castle stay. They front desk staff were freindly and knowledgeable . As this was our first trip to Ireland on a self guided tour it was very helpful the staff at this property were wonderful. Very attentive to guests needs. They had the best fish and chips out of everywhere we ate in Ireland !!! And breakfast was superb. Thank you

10

anthony

Feb 3, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Start to finish a truly wonderful experience for my wife's 70th.birthday, unfortunately the breakfast was a bit of a let down ie. My wife's French toast was cold and my fried egg was frazzled, definitely the worst fried egg in Ireland. The egg makes the fry. Booked a table for 7pm Saturday evening. Arrived at 6.50 and we were told to wait outside in a side room until 7 even though the restaurant was empty at the time. Not even an offer to provide us with a drink while we waited. Hence we went down to the bar and had our meal, with no complaints and the staff were fantastic as they were on the Friday night, especially catriona,unfortunately the staff in the restaurant are not on the same planet and definitely don't have the same customer friendly approach. Such a shame that this should happen on my wife's 70th.birthday.

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Nancy

Oct 12, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

It was just what you would expect from a castle. Meals were delicious and staff was attentive.

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Mark

Jul 5, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Wonderful experience. The grounds are beautiful and the staff was super helpful and nice. Dinner was excellent and a terrific value.

10

Nichole

Apr 18, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Such a gem. Affordable luxury castle stay, with modern comforts in the bedroom. incredible full breakfast included. loved the pub on site for dinner eats and drinks.

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Ryan

Oct 16, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Hotel was amazing but the dining was lacking due to quality of the food was pour between price, taste (very bland, almost flavorless), and the steak was very tough.

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