Fitzpatrick's Tavern and Hotel

Hotels
8.2 (220 reviews)
Loch Gowna Main street , Cavan , ie

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Family rooms
Luggage storage
Non-smoking throughout
Evening entertainment
Free wired internet
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Internet access
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great food
Cons:
Small shower
Far from town center

Categories

Cleanliness
8.03
Clean and well-maintained accommodations, but some reviews noted issues with old and dirty carpeting.
Service
9
The staff received multiple positive reviews for being friendly, helpful, and accommodating.
Location
7.54
The location was praised for its charm but criticized for being far from essential amenities.
Room Quality
7.49
Rooms were described as spacious but with comments on needing updates and mixed sentiments about comfort.
Amenities
8.02
Standard amenities for the price, though some reviews indicated a lack of outdoor space.
Value for Money
8.48
Guests felt that the prices reflected the quality, with good meals and services.
Food and Beverage
8.53
Food was frequently highlighted as excellent and well-prepared.
Overall Experience
8.5
Overall positive sentiment with recommendations for return visits.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-06 11:44

Property Description

Charming Village Hotel in Lough Gowna

Comfortable Rooms with Modern Amenities
Experience a relaxing stay in our rooms featuring flat-screen TVs and en suite bathrooms. Enjoy the convenience of free WiFi and complimentary toiletries during your visit.

Scenic Surroundings and Recreational Activities
Immerse yourself in the beauty of Lough Gowna's lakes with fishing, boat rides, and trail walks just steps away. Golf enthusiasts will appreciate the proximity to various golf courses within a 40-minute drive.

Convenient Location for Travelers
With easy access to Ireland West Airport Knock and Dublin Airport, Fitzpatrick’s Tavern is the perfect choice for your next getaway. Book now for a memorable stay in the heart of the village.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 220 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.03
Service: 9
Location: 7.54
Room Quality: 7.49
Amenities: 8.02
Value for Money: 8.48
Food and Beverage: 8.53
Overall Experience: 8.5
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Fitzpatrick • solo_traveller • ie
9
Fab people, amazing views and wonderfully quiet peaceful night!
Pros:

The staff were so very lovely and friendly - every single one of them. TJ spent a half an hour securing a taxi for me the following the morning which was amazing! The breakfast lady accommodated my limited diet and sent me off with a hot drink - and was very lovely too.

2026-04-24 • via Nuitee
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zandra • solo_traveller • gb
4
Great for fishermen
Pros:

I like it was close to a wedding we were going too.

Cons:

It was filthy in the back area towards our room. Have plugs off the walks, plasters etc. Obviously doing work. Gaps down the door which let in light.
Then bar was doing horse race bidding an races until 2am on a microphone. If I'd have know that I'd not have gone.

2026-04-23 • via Nuitee
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Philippe • solo_traveller • fr
8
2026-04-22 • via Nuitee
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Robin • couple • au
8
What we needed and a great meal
Pros:

A young man on staff was beyond helpful

Cons:

It suited all our needs for one nights accommodation

2026-04-10 • via Nuitee
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Sarah • couple • gb
6
Comfortable and affordable with friendly staff and a good breakfast.
Pros:

Very friendly staff, great breakfast, 2/3 beds in the triple room were comfortable

Cons:

Very dated, no plug in bathroom sink, carpets need cleaning or replacing, no tea bags only coffee left in room, view from window.

2026-04-06 • via Nuitee
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Angela • couple • gb
10
Amazing
Pros:

Everything the staff went above and beyond

Cons:

No issues

2026-04-01 • via Nuitee
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Graham • couple • ie
8
2026-03-28 • via Nuitee
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Kelleher • couple • ie
10
Fantastic friendly hotel / B&B near to fishing lough Gowna & Cavan.
Pros:

I have been staying in hotels & B&Bs for the last 50 years & have never given anywhere a 10 but I will now. This is a gem of a hotel / B&B. It's located in Lough Gowna ( on the shores of the similarly named lake ) about 20 minutes from Cavan town. My wife & I were traveling to an event outside Cavan & booked Fitzpatricks Tavern & Hotel so we could be nearby the following morning. The service was excellent from the get-go. Our bags were taken from us & up the stairs to our room ( Room 6 was quiet & roomy ). We were given directions to Cavan ...."ignore the sign post below which is facing the wrong direction"...brilliant !! We unpacked & down to the bar for an excellent scampi each which was accompanied by 3 lovely tasty salads & chips. We both wanted to see the Limerick vs Galway hurling match & wondering how this would work out as we were in Cavan which not known for its hurling. This was no problem even though the bar was packed. The lady behind the bar turned over to TG4 on the biggest screen & we were set for the next hour. We found out from a person who lives locally that this area is a big tourist spot for fishing.....lots of visitors from the UK & beyond. We retired to bed & asleep quickly. Down for the breakfast in the morning to "you'll have the full Irish" ! We noticed there were lots of jams ( raspberry/ strawberry ) but no marmalade....a must-have for the toast. We asked for some & were told they didn't have any but..... & this is what gets the hotel from a 9.5 to a 10.....one of the staff left the room & arrived back with a jar of marmalade which he bought in the nearby shop. How can you beat that ??? We checked out & packed our bags into the car in the nearby car-park & off to Cavan. We'll be back with our fishing rods next time !

Cons:

Absolutely nothing !

2026-03-24 • via Nuitee
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Patrick • couple • ie
10
Nice affordable stay
Pros:

Nice rooms, friendly staff. Would recommend

2026-03-22 • via Nuitee
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Barr1 • couple • ie
7
Good value for money.
Pros:

Good atmosphere, food good and reasonable priced. Breakfast was excellent and lady serving was very friendly. Toilets were spotless.

Cons:

Place was busy but staff not paying attention to people waiting to be served at the bar. When it quietened down staff still not noticed people looking to get served. Young staff not very friendly. No cold water in sink in room.

2026-03-15 • via Nuitee
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Stephen • extended_group • ie
8
2026-03-10 • via Nuitee
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Neil • couple • ie
10
Would recommend this place. The people are friendly and the craic was good
Pros:

Comfortable and clean. Great food and great staff.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-02-25 • via Nuitee
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Turlough • solo_traveller • ie
10
The accommodation was absolutely beautiful
Pros:

Everything the food friendly staff everything there that you needed

Cons:

The atmosphere

2026-01-26 • via Nuitee
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declan • solo_traveller • ie
10
Pros:

A lovely place and location staff were so nice and helpfull i will defnitly stay again 👌

2026-01-24 • via Nuitee
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Hilary • couple • ie
7
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Andrew • couple • gb
5
Was ok
Pros:

Bar was nice

Cons:

Rome wasn’t great bathroom door wouldn’t close

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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paul • couple • us
10
2026-01-13 • via Nuitee
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paul • extended_group • us
10
10/10.
Pros:

Great location.

Cons:

Nothing.

2026-01-12 • via Nuitee
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Marita • family_with_children • au
6
Sensational. Being in Gowna was a dream come true. We were not there for modern luxury
Pros:

Saturday breakfast was amazing
Best not to mention Breakfast on the Sunday. Big hiccup.
We survived
Staff member Nicole is wonderful

Cons:

Saturday night, the room was very cold. We didn’t report it because there was a big party downstairs.

2026-01-09 • via Nuitee
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barbara • couple • ie
10
Pros:

Again it was a perfect stay. Staff are fantastic. Brilliant atmosphere and I’d highly recommend

2026-01-03 • via Nuitee