Dunboyne Castle Hotel & Spa

4.0 star property
Hotel with a full-service spa, in the vicinity of Dublin Zoo

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Couples treatment room(s), sauna, hot tub, steam room, body treatments
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Couples treatment room(s), sauna, hot tub, steam room, body treatments
Located near Kilmainham Gaol Historical Museum, this tranquil property features a garden and library for quiet moments. The Ivy restaurant serves Modern European cuisine, while the spa provides massages and body wraps. WiFi keeps guests connected throughout their stay.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Parking included
  • Bar

Room options

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Deluxe Twin Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Separate bath and shower
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(30 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Separate bath and shower
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Dunboyne is home to Dunboyne Castle Hotel & Spa. The area's natural beauty can be seen at National Botanic Gardens and War Memorial Gardens, while Vicar Street and Kilmainham Gaol Historical Museum are cultural highlights. Don't miss out on a visit to Dublin Zoo. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.
Map
Maynooth Road, Dunboyne, Meath

What's nearby

  • Luttrellstown Castle Golf - 11 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Liffey Valley Shopping Centre - 15 min drive - 16.2 km
  • Dublin Zoo - 18 min drive - 17.4 km
  • Guinness Storehouse - 22 min drive - 23.0 km
  • Trinity College - 24 min drive - 21.2 km

Getting around

  • Dunboyne Station - 2 min drive
  • Hansfield Station - 9 min drive
  • Dublin Airport (DUB) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ho Wun - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Town - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Hartstown House - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Paddocks - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Dunboyne Castle Hotel & Spa

Upscale hotel near Kilmainham Gaol Historical Museum
A terrace, a garden and a library are just a few of the amenities provided at Dunboyne Castle Hotel & Spa. Indulge in a body treatment, a facial and a body scrub at the on-site spa. The on-site Modern European cuisine restaurant, The Ivy, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner and garden views. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and a fireplace in reception, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a computer station and a 24-hour front desk
  • Massage treatment rooms, luggage storage and free newspapers
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 145 rooms boast comforts such as 24-hour room service and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and safes.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with separate baths/showers and free toiletries
  • Coffee/tea makers, daily housekeeping and desks

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: EUR 15 for adults and EUR 10 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Sadlier Bar
  • The Ivy
  • The Terrace Lounge

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Library
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 18 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Facials
  • Hot tub
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2006
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: EUR 30.00

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately EUR 15 for adults and from EUR 10 for children
  • Late check-out fee: EUR 30.00 (subject to availability)
  • Facilities fee: EUR 25.00 per person, per stay and includes use of: sauna; hot tub; spa

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit

We should mention

Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa

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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Frequently asked questions

Is Dunboyne Castle Hotel & Spa pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Dunboyne Castle Hotel & Spa?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Dunboyne Castle Hotel & Spa?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Dunboyne Castle Hotel & Spa?

Checkout is at noon. Late checkout is available for EUR 30.00 (subject to availability).

Where is Dunboyne Castle Hotel & Spa located?

Situated in Dunboyne, this spa hotel is within 12 mi (20 km) of Dublin Zoo, Vicar Street and Trinity College. Kilmainham Gaol Historical Museum and National Botanic Gardens are also within 12 mi (20 km). Dunboyne Station is 22 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

Dunboyne Castle Hotel & Spa Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.6

Eco-friendliness

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 375 out of 657 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 184 out of 657 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 61 out of 657 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 657 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 657 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ambrose P

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We especially liked being able to use the spa and my wife had a very good massage. The dinner and breakfast were also very good.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amber

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and spacious. The staff were welcoming and kind! Definitely would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randolph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome spa and staff
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grayson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Had such a fantastic stay here, after our flight was canceled and we struggled to find accommodations this place accepted us. We ended up staying here for 2 nights and it was peaceful and relaxing. Beds were comfortable and the room was clean. The exterior of the property and the grounds were well maintained. The staff took great care of us.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is beautiful to explore and wonderful smaller community close by within walking distance. Clean and comfortable with friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cody

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a basic room, but it was nice. The grounds are beautiful and the staff was lovely. Enjoyed the bars/restaurants in walking distance. The locals were all very welcoming and friendly. About 20 minute walk to the train station that is easy transport to Croke Park in Dublin.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very well maintained building and grounds. Great food options and all staff were friendly
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a lovely stay, staff were very friendly, good choice of food & drinks and The Spa was amazing! A bit out of the city centre but taxi between 4 wasn’t a problem
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were sound
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Conor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very comfy and relaxing. Quite also
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely spot!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean

We really enjoyed our stay and would definitely recommend it to everyone
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Overall, very nice but the shower door was off track and difficult to close. Noisy when sleeping at night
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Facility was clean and comfortable with modern amenities. However, service at the restaurant/bar was slow.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very welcoming staff at both reception and in the restaurant. Spa staff were also happy to discuss the facilities for next time I stay, which I will certainly do in a few months time when back in Ireland
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

One-nighter

Very nice, clean hotel. Good for a one night stay. Check in was easy. We did not do a breakfast or dinner here
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very professional
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Terribly hot in room. Changed rooms after AC checked 3 times and not consistently working. Otherwise lovely stay. Excellent rubbarb, strawberry crumble.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent sty and high quality all round
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Would defo visit again

Absolutely amazing services across the hotel - the spa, the saddler bar and reception. Would defo visit again
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Toni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel exceeded expectations, staff were helpful and friendly. The rooms fantastic, spa amazing . Nothing was too much trouble. Special shout out to Nieve behind reception, gave the personal touch, very friendly and a joy to be around. I will definitely be staying here again. Nearer 5 star than 4 in my opinion.⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️🇮🇪
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Mark

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Very poor, staff made no effort, generally run down, claimed fine dining restaurant was anything but. Spa was not impressive and staff inattentive - playing on their phones. Glad we only stayed one night.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025