Must-see hotels in Counties Meath, Louth, Cavan & Monaghan

  • Castle Leslie

    Counties Meath, Louth, Cavan & Monaghan

    Castle Leslie, 11km northeast of Monaghan town along the R185, is a magnificent Victorian pile, acquired by the Leslie family (who trace their ancestors…

  • Hilton Park

    Counties Meath, Louth, Cavan & Monaghan

    The magnificent country-house retreat Hilton Park has been in the same family since 1734. Its six spacious, light-bathed guest rooms have original…

  • Station House Hotel

    County Meath

    The 19th-century Kilmessan train station ceased operations in 1947 and now houses this atmospheric hotel. Antique-filled rooms are spacious; the signal…

  • Rock Farm Glamping

    County Meath

    On an organic farm stretching 1.5km along the banks of the River Boyne, shaded by oak, ash and chestnut trees, Rock Farm has stunning yurts and huts with…

  • Carlingford House

    Counties Meath, Louth, Cavan & Monaghan

    In the village centre, but set back from the road in manicured grounds, this stately 1844 manor house (once the local doctor's house) is especially…

  • Scholars Townhouse Hotel

    Counties Meath, Louth, Cavan & Monaghan

    This former monastery dates from 1867 and was revamped as a family-owned hotel and restaurant. Despite the 16 rooms being on the small side, some have…

  • Bellinter House

    County Meath

    Dating from the 18th century, grande dame Bellinter House, 5km northwest of the Hill of Tara (signposted off the R147), is a haven of crackling open fires…

  • Conyngham Arms

    County Meath

    Beautifully restored, this 18th-century stone coaching inn has 15 airy rooms decorated with French country-style furnishings (some with canopied, four…

  • Shirley Arms

    Counties Meath, Louth, Cavan & Monaghan

    Right in the centre of town, the Shirley Arms has a warm stone exterior, behind which lies a superb family-run hotel. White linens, walnut floors and…

  • Farnham Estate

    Counties Meath, Louth, Cavan & Monaghan

    Set in misty woodlands, this sprawling 16th-century estate has amenities galore, including a garden-view restaurant, a hydrotherapy pool (off-limits to…

  • Ghan House

    Counties Meath, Louth, Cavan & Monaghan

    Set in flower-filled gardens, this 18th-century Georgian house has 12 rooms, each exquisitely decorated with period antiques and original artworks. Book…

  • Trim Castle Hotel

    County Meath

    Expanses of glossy marble in the foyer set the scene at this contemporary hotel opposite Trim Castle. Some of its stylish rooms come with balconies (try…

  • Newgrange Lodge

    County Meath

    Footsteps east of the Brú na Bóinne Visitor Centre, this converted farmhouse has 23 rooms ranging from dorms with four to 10 beds to hotel-standard…

  • Slane Farm Hostel

    County Meath

    These former stables, built by the Marquis of Conyngham in the 18th century, have been converted into a wonderful hostel that's part of a working dairy…

  • Westenra Arms

    Counties Meath, Louth, Cavan & Monaghan

    A town-centre landmark, this huge red-brick hotel has comfortable rooms (some with four-poster beds) reached by a lift/elevator, and sociable public areas…

  • Ballymascanlon House

    Counties Meath, Louth, Cavan & Monaghan

    Situated 8km northeast of Dundalk on the edge of the Cooley Peninsula, this grand old property (and modern extension) has spacious rooms, warm,…

  • Slieve Russell Hotel

    Counties Meath, Louth, Cavan & Monaghan

    A vision of marble columns, fountains, restaurants and bars, the Slieve Russell Hotel has 222 elegantly furnished rooms. There are 18- and nine-hole golf…

  • Spoon & the Stars

    Counties Meath, Louth, Cavan & Monaghan

    Rory and Hannah's well-run budget accommodation blends vintage and contemporary furnishings and has a great, laid-back vibe. Rooms range from a double…

  • Headfort Arms Hotel

    County Meath

    Right in the town centre, the family-run Headfort Arms has 45 comfortable rooms with classic styling and facilities such as laptop safes. Rooms in the…

  • D Hotel

    Counties Meath, Louth, Cavan & Monaghan

    Minimalist rooms at this slick riverside hotel are bathed in light and decked out with designer furniture and cool gadgets. There's a stylish bar and a…

  • Cabra Castle

    Counties Meath, Louth, Cavan & Monaghan

    Bordering the Dún an Rí Forest Park, 10km southwest of Carrickmacross, 19th-century Cabra Castle is now a deluxe hotel decked out in plush period…

  • Belvedere House

    Counties Meath, Louth, Cavan & Monaghan

    An excellent deal, this lovely B&B has seven modern but cosy rooms with antique furniture and subtle lighting, themed around local Celtic history…

  • Annalee House

    Counties Meath, Louth, Cavan & Monaghan

    In the heart of the village, this sweet little B&B has three rooms in the main house and four in the adjacent cottage (one of which is wheelchair…

  • Crannmór House

    County Meath

    Rolling farmland and paddocks surround this vine-covered old house with bright rooms and traditional hospitality about 2km along the road to Dunderry. If…

  • Ross Castle

    Counties Meath, Louth, Cavan & Monaghan

    Situated 9km south of Ballyjamesduff, this 1590 castle was partially destroyed by Cromwell but rebuilt by the Nugent family. It's not for the fainthearted…

  • McKevitt's Village Hotel

    Counties Meath, Louth, Cavan & Monaghan

    In an epicentral location, this old-style inn's 14 rooms are spacious and furnished in muted earth tones with the occasional splash of vivid colour. Light…

  • Bridge House Tourist Hostel

    County Meath

    Right on the river, this quirky old house has basic four-bed dorm rooms, a couple of doubles and a kitchen for self-caterers. Contact the hostel in…