Moyvalley Hotel & Golf Resort

Hotels
8.8 (1291 reviews)
Balyna Estate, Moyvalley, Co Kildare , Enfield , ie

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Business center
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Beautiful location and grounds
Friendly, helpful staff (breakfast staff praised)
Comfortable, spacious rooms (in many units)
Good breakfast and restaurant dishes
On-site activities and facilities: golf, cycling, bike storage, self-catering cottages
Cons:
Inconsistent cleanliness; some rooms/cottages reported dirty
No or poor air conditioning; rooms can be very hot
Occasional maintenance/service failures (no hot water, poor email response)
Some cottages/rooms dated or lower quality
Breakfast/restaurant service timing issues (food finishes early); perceived as somewhat costly

Categories

Cleanliness
7.2
Mixed reports: many guests praised clean rooms, but a number of reviews mention dirty rooms/cottages and inconsistent housekeeping, including a few seriously poor cleanliness comments.
Service
9.7
Generally praised throughout: staff repeatedly described as very friendly, helpful and accommodating (several mentions by name for breakfast staff). A few service failures noted (no response to emails about hot water, limited manager/cleaning staff training) but the dominant sentiment is excellent service.
Location
9.7
Very strong: beautiful surroundings, peaceful, excellent for walking, cycling and golf; multiple guests highlighted the location and venue as a main positive.
Room Quality
8.2
Rooms are often described as comfortable and spacious (some cottages excellent), but some units are dated or lower quality and many guests noted rooms being uncomfortably hot due to no AC or weak fans.
Amenities
8.6
Good on-site offerings (golf course, bike parking/storage, self-catering kitchens) but notable gaps: lack of air conditioning, occasional missing/limited bathroom fittings (e.g., no shower handset) and uneven cottage equipment.
Value for Money
7.8
Mixed: several guests found it worthwhile for the location and experience, but a few explicitly called it rather costly, lowering perceived value for some visitors.
Food and Beverage
9.4
Breakfast and restaurant food received frequent praise (excellent full Irish, standout dishes like fish and chips). Some minor negatives: breakfast service timing/availability issues and occasional simplicity of offerings for certain choices.
Overall Experience
9.8
Predominantly positive overall: many guests would stay again and enjoyed the venue, grounds and service; isolated but significant negative experiences (no hot water, unanswered complaints, cleanliness lapses) lower the unanimity but overall sentiment is very strong.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-08-12 23:02

Property Description

Luxurious Boutique-Style Rooms
Indulge in the charm of 54 boutique-style rooms nestled within a 19th century Italianate mansion. Each room offers a unique blend of elegance and comfort, providing a truly relaxing retreat during your stay.

Golf Course Designed by Ryder Cup Star
Golf enthusiasts will delight in the resort's 18-hole golf course, skillfully designed by Ryder Cup star Darren Clarke. Whether you're a seasoned player or a novice looking to improve your game, the picturesque surroundings and challenging course offer an unforgettable experience.

Fine Dining and Relaxation
Unwind in style at Moyvalley Hotel and Golf Resort with a pre-dinner drink at the Sundial Bar or on the balcony overlooking the estate. Choose between the casual ambiance of the bar or savor a gourmet meal at Waterways, the hotel's fine dining restaurant, for a culinary experience to remember.

Book your stay now and experience the perfect blend of luxury, leisure, and tranquility at Moyvalley Hotel and Golf Resort.

Important information:

When booking 5 rooms or more, different policies and additional supplements will apply.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:30 AM
Airport code: DUB

Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 1291 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.2
Service: 9.7
Location: 9.7
Room Quality: 8.2
Amenities: 8.6
Value for Money: 7.8
Food and Beverage: 9.4
Overall Experience: 9.8
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Bluebird • solo_traveller • ie
7
2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
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Tiernan • couple • ie
5
2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
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Cegielnik • couple • ca
6
Pros:

Clean

Cons:

Walls were thin, so you can hear your neighbour coughing.
No air conditioning or fan and our room was very warm, making it hard to sleep.

2026-09-04 • via Nuitee
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Princee • couple • fr
8
Très calme très propre à 50 min de l’aéroport
Pros:

Endroit très calme au milieu d’un grand espace de verdure
Un peu éloigné des villes alentours mais à seulement 50 minutes de l’aéroport de Dublin

Cons:

Dommage qu’il n’y ai pas d’espace détente comme une piscine ou un spa

2026-09-02 • via Nuitee
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Giedre • couple • ie
10
2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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Veronica • solo_traveller • it
10
2026-08-30 • via Nuitee
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Niamh • couple • ie
6
2026-08-30 • via Nuitee
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Hazel • solo_traveller • ie
8
2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
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Antonia • couple • cl
10
2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
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David • couple • gb
9
Lovely hotel, but could do better
Pros:

Staff very efficient and friendly. Room was superb. Evening meal tasty

Cons:

Breakfast was very dissapointing for a hotel of this standing; poorer than many budget hotels: no menu to show choices, hot buffet was narrow in choice and only average in quality

2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
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Betty • couple • ie
7
I would stay again for the location and the quietness and maybe just do room only
Pros:

Friendly staff very quiet and clean.

Cons:

The breakfast was only ok, first morning we came down for 9am and the food was no very hot and very little fresh fruit and sweet treats 😫

2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Patricia • couple • de
10
Wir bedauerten abreisen zu müssen. WIR KOMMEN WIEDER!
Pros:

Super Hotel - super Lage - super Personal - tolle gemütliche große und absolut saubere Zimmer. Kurzum wir kommen auf jeden Fall wieder, wenn wir wieder in der Nähe sind. Wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt und bedauerten, dass wir nicht länger bleiben konnten. Erholung pur!

Cons:

nichts

2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Gary • solo_traveller • gb
8
Secluded hotel
Pros:

Lovely modern hotel in extensive well kept grounds , good sized room and large bed and bathroom

Cons:

secluded hotel and very quiet in the bar . I found the bed uncomfortable
Needs a gym on site at the rates they are asking

2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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Christian • solo_traveller • at
7
Vielleicht ist das Rating etwas zu hoch ?
Pros:

Lage
Ambiente
Self Check In
Sauberkeit (mit Ausnahme des Leintuchs und des Betthauptes)

Cons:

Betthaupt sehr staubig
Leintuch etwas fleckig
Eine Fensterjalousie defekt, Zimmer sehr dunkel
Kein TV

2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
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Dardis • couple • gb
10
Excellent- if in the area will be top of our list - have already recommended it to friends
Pros:

A fabulous room in a beautiful place and very convenient for Dublin ferry

Cons:

The breakfast was alright but I was a little disappointed as everything else was so good

2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
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Simone • solo_traveller • it
9
2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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Mc kenna • solo_traveller • ie
9
2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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Fiona • solo_traveller • ie
7
2026-08-23 • via Nuitee
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Mc Caffrey • couple • gb
10
2026-08-22 • via Nuitee
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Comerford • couple • ie
9
2026-08-21 • via Nuitee