In Kingscourt .You'll be within 2 miles (3 km) of Dún na Rí Forest Park and 9 miles (15 km) of Carrickmacross Lace Gallery with a stay here. Patrick Kavanagh Rural and Literary Resource Centre is within 16 miles (25 km) and Ramor Theatre is within 20 miles (32 km).
What's nearby
Dún na Rí Forest Park - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
Carrickmacross Lace Gallery - 11 min drive - 11.6 km
St Joseph's Catholic Church - 11 min drive - 12.0 km
Slane Castle - 43 min drive - 47.0 km
Newgrange - 51 min drive - 51.5 km
Getting around
Dundalk Station - 34 min drive
Dublin Airport (DUB) - 67 min drive
Restaurants
Malone's - 6 min drive
Valley Lodge - 11 min drive
The Derby Bar - 1 min walk
Cartlan's - 6 min drive
McNallys Bar - 12 min drive
About this property
Cabra Castle Hotel
4-star hotel near Dún na Rí Forest Park
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at Cabra Castle Hotel. Self parking is free.
Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Kingscourt hotel.
105 guestrooms or units
3 levels
Meeting rooms
Built in 1801
Deli
Front desk (limited hours)
Storage area for luggage
Tour and ticket information
Wedding services available
Terrace
Garden
Fireplace in lobby
Bellhop
Smoking in designated areas
Bar or lounge
Dining venue
Cabra Castle Hotel offers 105 accommodations with complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. This Kingscourt hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Refrigerators and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Property payment types
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Eurocard. Cash is not accepted. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
National rating
Rating provided by Fáilte Ireland, the National Tourism Development Authority of Ireland, source of official star ratings for accommodation.
Property is also known as
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Cabra Castle Hotel Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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We had the most amazing stay at the castle. We have never experienced anything as wonderful as this property. The staff went above and beyond to make sure you had the best possible experience. They were very open to engage in conversation and available for assistance. The property was the most beautiful property we have ever seen. The staff was excellent the food was superb. We are hoping one day we will return and stay longer. Thank you.
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.
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.
Sharon
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
4/10 Poor
Michelle, Jacksonville
Travelled with partner
Feb 10, 2025
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
This place is like a 3 star Hotel. The only thing thats nice about this property, are the grounds, nature and the castle idea itself. The restaurant is like an upscale sports bar, definitely not fine dinning!. The food selection on the menu doesnt match that what is shown on their website. Your options for a nice romanting dinner will be between a burger, sandwich or a wrap. It is misleading since you are planning a nice romantic night travelling all the way from the USA and your dinner selection is something you could get at any sports bar. No authentic Irish meals on the menu either. This place is located at least 30min from any alternative restaurants selection. The staff doesnt reflect that of any 4 star Hotel that I have ever stayed at. I had to ask the waiter several times for things thats pretty simple. The company is trying to sell staying in an upscale fairy tale Irish castle, yet they lack authenticity and some quality. Its was just overall a little disappointing compared to all the other places ive stayed in Ireland and Scotland, this was probably the worst.
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.
anthony
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
MARIANNE
Travelled with group
Jan 23, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
ENJOYED OUR STAY AT CABRA CASTLE. WISH WE COULD HAVE STAYED LONGER.
Amazing service! Had no expectations and was extremely impressed with the style, size and comfort of the courtyard room and view. Two weddings on the Saturday night we stayed but you'd never have known!
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.
Amazing, as always. We regularly return to Cabra Castle as it is such a wonderful hotel. The staff are so lovely, the food is delicious and the atmosphere is magical. Already looking forward to our next visit.