Promises a lot....Avoid room two if you are noise sensitive; we left a little underwhelmed which is…read morea shame. The property is set in a great location and is handy for Dublin airport. Our bedroom was comfortable with the exception of the bed; this was at the end of its life and the mattress was not that comfortable. The location is quiet so we slept OK. The staff just two of them) were friendly but it must be a tough place to work as there seemed to be few staff. The bed mattress in Room TWO needs replacing and also one hears noise from 06.00 from the small kitchen/washing up area beneath it, which was irritating. The small selection of food served in the bar was OK but there is no atmosphere within the bar area and it feels 'cold and sterile'.

Beautiful, calming, serene, wonderful, lovely, delightful, charming. We were so blessed to call…read morethis home for 8 days. Staff is welcoming and kind. Grounds are amazing and take you back in time. Food and drinks at the bar are excellent and reasonably priced. We fed the ponies daily and strolled the town as well. The Victorian garden and hidden gardens are so peaceful and serene. What a lovely place to stay on holiday or otherwise.

A contemporary structure within an ancient building, The Atrium stands in palpable contrast to the…read moretime-honoured Dining Hall. The Dining Hall is saturated with various antique fixtures and fittings that harp back to Trinity's illustrious history whilst The Atrium embodies a more prevailing, up-and-coming side to the university often hosting a wealth of contemporary affairs such as fashion show receptions and photography exhibitions again in contrast to the more customary activities you would expect to go on within the conventional setting of the Dining Hall. A perfect spot for receptions and buffets alike, the Atrium loans itself to artistic and innovative activity, entertainment, staging and presentations. The interior is very up-to-the-minute with beech wood beams outlining the balconies, yet in conjunction with how it can never move too far away from it's historic roots owing to it being within the same ancient building as the Dining Hall The Atrium's interior design itself is deep-rooted and clearly influenced by Tudor beams, in fact upon first seeing inside it reminded me of a present-day Globe Theatre. A fun venue for work and play, this uniquely designed venue boasts a progressive charm whilst never losing touch with the enchanting Trinity times gone by that so many of the other grandiose buildings on site commemorate.

Carton House is a beautiful property with vast grounds for golf, falconry, and hiking. My room was…read morespacious and the bed was very comfortable for a night's rest. The Rose 31 shampoos, conditioners, and lotions in the room were lovely. Breakfast was included with the room rate, and there was an ample selection of warm and cold traditional breakfast items, including my favorites black and white pudding, potato farls, creamy scrambled eggs, poached eggs, local cheese, local jam, honey comb, and assorted espresso drinks and teas. If judging by the room, breakfast, and the grounds alone, I would provide a 5-star rating. However, I found the climate control to be inconsistent throughout the hotel (1 star off). Air conditioning was mostly available in individual rooms, but lacking in main hallways and public bathrooms. The woman's bathroom on the ground floor felt like a sauna. The staff was pleasant, but service seemed forced, and at times awkward (1 star off). For example, when I arrived, the greeter asked me where I am from. I said California, and then he said nothing. It seemed like he had been trained to ask guests that question, but had no idea how to follow up to carry on a conversation. There are a couple restaurants on-site. I had dinner at the Carriage House, which is where the hotel breakfast is served and open to the public as a restaurant for dinner. The striploin with fries was good, but the pan-seared cod was not. I also did not like the shrimp cocktail (way too much dressing) or chai crème brûlée (no chai flavor, just a very heavy custard). The sourdough bread was delicious (we ordered several baskets!) Dinner on-site was convenient, but hit-or-miss. Lastly, the hotel has many doors that close off hallways. They are fire doors and must be closed. I understand this is an old property and the architectural design may not have been updated, but it made the hotel feel closed off and uninviting. Well, if the main hallways are not hot like a sauna, maybe it would not be a fire hazard in the first place.

Truly a five star golf resort, but a wonderful hotel where you are greeting by a true gentleman…read moreasking what he can do. Lovely rooms and amenities with some some of the best service we have had. Lovely hallways that beg with a Jameson and intimate conversation. Both restaurants are similar yet different and great food. A totally different Irish retreat, on to Galllway!

Had pod 5+6 booked for a wedding, 200€ each for 1 night. While it was a cute idea to have pods for…read morethe wedding, they weren't worth 200€ a night. The metal beds squeaked at the slightest movement, and pods were so close together that we could head people from other pods just talking. The trip switch in pod 5 tripped when anything other than the 2 small heaters were pluged in. The kitchen toilets and shower areas were fine for what they were, clean and tidy with microwave and dishwashe, nothing to write home about. Some great views of the land around Ballybeg house, it would be lovely to sit on the porch of the pod with a tea/coffee in the morning, but the views are blocked with the trees. The dinner for the wedding was fantastic, the flavours and portion sizes were amazing. The staff were excellent, light-hearted, and friendly and always someone nearby if you needed anything throughout the day. The grounds are so picturesque that you'd never be short of a good location to snap a picture. I'd probably give a higher star rating if we'd have stayed in a different accommodation option or if the pods were priced better for what they are.

I attended a wedding at Ballybeg last weekend and was blown away by the beautiful scenic location,…read morefacilities available, appearance of the grounds and the second to none service that we received. A three day event from rehersal dinner served from the houses main kitchen where guests dined in the conservatory. To the wedding day itself... Little chapel on the grounds, main house for drinks and nibbles while the bridal party photos where being taken to then to be led to a breathtaking, enchanting marquee with full bar, kitchen, dancefloor and bathroom facilities. Extremely clever set up. Food, service and attention to detail could not me faulted. On the third day...as u do. We were invited back to celebrate with the happy newlyweds in the shebeen. The chapel had been transformed into an amazing table set up with stage for a band and dance floor...with another fully serviced bar and bathroom facility! Loved this place so much. I only wish it was closer to county down ;)

Loved this unique hotel inside and out. The staff at the front desk were always helpful and…read morewelcoming. Everything was very clean, too. Being able to just walk out to the pier and lighthouse was SO nice! Breakfast was good and the server didn't give me grief when I asked for some ice

We generally liked this hotel. The staff was always very friendly. The location was good and…read morewalking distance to the train station. Things we didn't like: there is a pub down stairs that stays open very late in the evening. You can hear the club music all through the room. One night we were kept awake until 2:00AM because of the noise. It just so happened that on this same night, the boiler went out so we had no heat and no hot water to take a shower. I would possibly consider staying here again in the future if I could get a room away from the pub.

So idyllic it's hard to process. I would plan a trip back to Ireland just to stay here for longer…read more We had the place all to ourselves, and I had a grand time reading in all the rooms. Every corner is steeped in history, and every window has a picture perfect view. Beds were fabulously comfy too. We woke up and had a delicious breakfast across the courtyard in the tearooms, and took a walk around the extensive gardens. Wish we could have stayed for the tour, but Alex was an excellent host and answered my interior design questions.

Amazing place, beautiful bucolic views and peaceful atmosphere. It is nestled in a quaint Irish…read moretown with 2 pubs, takeaway place, a convenience shop, and Michelin restaurant. Whether you are just visiting the tea room and gardens/castle tour, or staying in the castle Airbnb rooms- it's a wonderful experience. The gardens and grounds are more extensive than you realize, and can find many hidden pathways that lead to somewhere seemingly magical. I have been a guest at Huntington for a collective 3 months now, and would highly recommend. If you come in the Spring, don't miss out on seeing the lambs!

Gorgeous gorgeous gorgeous. Why don't more people from Celbridge come here?! I don't get it! Maybe…read morebecause you can't access it from the main street in your car any more?! If I still lived in Celbridge, this is definitely somewhere I'd be frequenting a lot more.. eh.. frequently..!!! Or maybe it's the lack of online presence?! I can't find anything about the cafe on the Castletown House website for example?! Why?! So here's what ye do. Go for a whopper walk up along the river, go over to the obelisk and imagine what it would have been like to have been hanging out with the Connolys and Johnathan Swifts and the likes, get a bitta wind in your hair, then get yourself over into the Courtyard Cafe in the grounds of the wonderful Castletown House, and get the warmth back in you. Get a nice sambo or hot meal and a lovingly made hot chocolate and cake to finish. You'll walk home with a spring in your step, guaranteed.

Walked here for brunch, food was delicious, coffee outstanding and wait staff super friendly!read more