County Arms Birr

Hotels
8.8 (683 reviews)
Moorpark , Birr , IE

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent and friendly staff
Central location and lovely gardens
Excellent breakfast
Comfortable, spacious rooms and beds
Clean rooms and pleasant atmosphere
Good bar/restaurant food when available
Cons:
Some rooms described as tired (squeaky doors, broken shower)
Occasional lack of food service during events/weddings
Bar staff/service can be slow
Perception of poor value / hotel described as expensive
Early checkout time (11am) mentioned by a guest
One guest felt disadvantaged when booking via a third-party site

Categories

Cleanliness
9
Multiple mentions of 'very clean' rooms and comfortable bedding; overall cleanliness is strong.
Service
9.6
Consistently praised staff (named staff praised, helpful front desk and restaurant staff); isolated complaint about perceived poorer treatment for booking.com bookings but overall service rated excellent.
Location
9.2
Frequently described as very central with lovely gardens and easy walk into town; location is a clear strength.
Room Quality
8.6
Many guests report comfortable, spacious rooms and good beds, but several notes of tired rooms, squeaky doors and a broken shower indicate some variability in room condition.
Amenities
8.2
Property has attractive gardens and function rooms, but some guests experienced closures (no food service during a wedding) and bar/lobby areas described as dark; amenities are generally good but with occasional service/availability issues.
Value for Money
7.4
Multiple comments that the hotel felt expensive for what was offered and one guest felt penalised for booking channel, pulling this rating below average.
Food and Beverage
9
Breakfast repeatedly described as excellent and bar food praised; some criticisms about slow bar service and occasional lack of food service during events but overall strong F&B.
Overall Experience
9.4
Majority of reviews describe a very enjoyable or first-class stay with warm atmosphere and friendly staff, tempered by occasional noise, availability or value issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-08-13 02:26

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodations and Facilities
Indulge in our newly renovated bedrooms and retreat to our stunning facilities, including The Springs Leisure Club & Wellness Suites, Bar 62, Hacketts Eatery, and The Shaker Room Cocktail Bar.

Unforgettable Experiences and Activities
Explore the rich history of Birr and County Offaly with nearby attractions such as Birr Castle & Gardens, The Slieve Blooms Mountains, Lough Boora Discovery Park, and Clonmacnoise Monastery.

Convenient Central Location
Located in the Heart of Ireland, the County Arms Hotel is easily accessible from major cities like Dublin, Shannon, Galway, and Limerick, making it the perfect destination for your next getaway.

Book now to experience the perfect blend of Irish hospitality, luxury accommodations, and unforgettable adventures at the County Arms Hotel!

Important information:

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
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: 11:00 AM
Airport code: GWY

Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 683 reviews
Cleanliness: 9
Service: 9.6
Location: 9.2
Room Quality: 8.6
Amenities: 8.2
Value for Money: 7.4
Food and Beverage: 9
Overall Experience: 9.4
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Frankie • family_with_children • ie
10
2026-11-10 • via Nuitee
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mary • family_with_children • ie
9
Pros:

Wonderful hotel and very friendly staff

Cons:

There was the sound of a fan /airconditionong for most of the night. We were in room 154.

2026-11-07 • via Nuitee
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Philip • couple • ie
8
2026-10-29 • via Nuitee
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Edyta • solo_traveller • ie
3
2026-10-28 • via Nuitee
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Louise • family_with_children • ie
8
Pros:

Great location, fab gardens

Cons:

Very strict on breakfast time

2026-10-25 • via Nuitee
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Noeleen • couple • ie
10
2026-10-24 • via Nuitee
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Eoghan • couple • ie
7
Good hotel, mad price
Pros:

Comfy bed, good shower, nice breakfast

Cons:

Price is mad, pool was out of use both mornings we were there, no hash browns

2026-10-23 • via Nuitee
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Paul • couple • ie
8
2026-10-21 • via Nuitee
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Fiona • couple • ie
10
Very enjoyable
Pros:

Was at a wedding last weekend, amazing food and service.

2026-10-14 • via Nuitee
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Kathrin Howard • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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amanda • solo_traveller • ie
10
2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
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Peter • couple • be
10
In orde.
Pros:

Alles dik in orde.

2026-10-08 • via Nuitee
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Cindy • couple • za
10
Great venue with beautiful gardens and super friendly staff
Pros:

We loved the property and our room was extremely comfortable with all that we needed. The gardens were absolutely gorgeous. They also allowed us to check in early as we were attending a wedding at a different venue.

Cons:

The shower in the bath was not ideal but did not spoil the overall experience.

2026-10-08 • via Nuitee
M
Maher • family_with_children • ie
9
2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
I
I • solo_traveller • ie
10
Pros:

The vibe

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
M
Maria • solo_traveller • ie
10
2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
T
teresa • solo_traveller • ie
10
First time stay excellent
Pros:

Everything

Cons:

Nothing

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
J
Jean • couple • ie
10
2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
D
Deirdre • couple • ie
10
2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
D
Deirdre • couple • ie
10
Pros:

Lovely food, very friendly staff. Hotel was very clean and the rooms were lovely and comfortable.

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee