Hillgrove Hotel, Leisure & Spa

Hotels
8.5 (1373 reviews)
Old Armagh Rd, , Monaghan , IE

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

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

Pros:
Excellent breakfast / food
Very friendly and helpful staff
Good leisure facilities and pool
Convenient location
Some rooms reported spacious and spotless
Cons:
Poor cleanliness in public areas; filthy carpets reported
Rooms dated and in need of updating
Maintenance issues (broken baby changing unit, noisy lift)
Room defects: shower awkward, no mini-fridge, hard beds

Categories

Cleanliness
6.5
Multiple mentions of lack of cleanliness in main areas and filthy carpets; some rooms reported spotless but public-area cleanliness is a clear weakness.
Service
10
Staff repeatedly described as very friendly, helpful and 'amazing' across reviews; consistently positive service experience.
Location
9.5
Several reviews note a good location / convenient to town centre and good overall positioning for guests.
Room Quality
6
Frequent complaints about dated rooms, hard beds, shower placement/curtains, missing mini-fridge and worn carpets; some rooms spacious and clean but overall quality is below expectation.
Amenities
9
Leisure facilities and pool praised multiple times; some amenity issues (broken baby changing unit, lift problems, missing shower cream) but overall amenities are a strong point.
Value for Money
8
Mixed perceptions — some guests call it a rip off while others describe an affordable, comfortable stay; overall value slightly above average but inconsistent.
Food and Beverage
10
Consistently positive comments about breakfast and food quality (breakfast described as wonderful and food as excellent); food is a clear strength.
Overall Experience
9
Guest experiences vary, but strong service, food and amenities raise the overall impression despite cleanliness and room-quality shortcomings.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-08-13 02:08

Property Description

Luxurious Leisure Facilities
The Hillgrove Hotel, Leisure & Spa nestled in the picturesque hills of Monaghan offers a wide range of leisure activities for guests of all ages. From a well-equipped gym to a relaxing spa, and even a family-friendly leisure club with a swimming pool, there's something for everyone to enjoy.

Delightful Dining Options
Indulge in a culinary experience at the Vettriano Restaurant, boasting a bistro-style ambiance and stunning views of Monaghan town. With special menus catering to vegetarians, vegans, and kids, every palate is sure to be satisfied.

Cozy Bar Atmosphere
Unwind in the cozy bar at Hillgrove Hotel, where you can enjoy a variety of delicious food and beverages in a relaxed setting. With comfortable seating and plasma TVs, it's the perfect spot to socialize or simply relax after a day of activities.

Experience luxury and comfort at Hillgrove Hotel, Leisure & Spa - book your stay now for an unforgettable getaway!

Important information:

A credit card will be needed on arrival for pre-authorization. This is inclusive of cash payments also.

Guests are required to show a photo identification on arrival for proof of booking.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: BFS

Location

Guest Reviews

8.5
Based on 1373 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.5
Service: 10
Location: 9.5
Room Quality: 6
Amenities: 9
Value for Money: 8
Food and Beverage: 10
Overall Experience: 9
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Mcinally • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Paula • solo_traveller • ie
6
Pros:

It was close 2 home

Cons:

Pool felt cool
Thought areas were in big need of revamp

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Zelda • family_with_children • gb
10
Excellent food beautiful hotel keenly priced highly recommended
Pros:

Beautiful hotel spotless very comfortable excellent breakfast with brilliant staff.

Cons:

Disappointed check out receptionists just took key and asked room number, then continued to speak to ones checking out behind us. She did not ask was all ok if we enjoyed our stay or even goodbye, whereas did with following customers which made me personally feel unwanted and unwelcome if we wanted to return which we do hope to.

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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John • solo_traveller • ie
10
2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Craig • family_with_children • gb
10
Relaxing and great breakfast.
Pros:

The room was nice and spacious, the buffet breakfast is amazing! Very tasty food all round. I had a spa treatment which was great!

Cons:

The only 2 things I would have to complain about is the fact that the TV’s aren’t smart ones so had to make do with normal tv and the other was that lift was out of order when I stayed, apart from that it was great.

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Patricia • couple • ie
9
We enjoyed a comfortable and relaxing time in the Hillgrove
Pros:

Breakfast was good. Food perfectly cooked. Very clean dining room.

Cons:

Would like to have tea/ coffee served at table rather than self service and carrying the hot liquid across the dining room

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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John • solo_traveller • ie
10
2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Davis • solo_traveller • ie
7
Wexford visitor
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Badly stained carpet in the room

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Mark • solo_traveller • ie
9
Pros:

Friendly staff nice hotel

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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john • solo_traveller • gb
7
2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Grazia • solo_traveller • gb
7
Pros:

Normale

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Martin • couple • de
7
Netter Aufenthalt auf dem Weg
Pros:

Wir haben nur eine Nacht in dem Hotel verbracht. Soweit wir es mitbekommen haben war es sauber und gemütlich. Das Frühstück war typisch irisch und lecker.

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Richard • couple • gb
8
2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Sarah • solo_traveller • ie
7
Pros:

Friendly staff

Cons:

Water wouldn't stay in plug hole in sink

2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Dathan • solo_traveller • ie
9
Pros:

Good size room, comfortable bed, food was very good

Cons:

No complaints

2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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angela • couple • gb
7
2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Rosana • family_with_children • br
9
otimo hotel, café da manhã excelente
Pros:

O café da manhã esta excelente! Os funcionários da recepção foram muito gentis.
A piscina e hot tube são muito bons.

Cons:

A único coisa que senti falta foi de um ar-condicionado ou um ventilador de teto, pois como as janelas não abrem muito o quarto fica abafado. Eu fiquei em um quarto com um ventilador de mesa, mas minha prima teve a sorte de se colocado em um quarto maior e acessível com ar-condicionado.

2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Fitzgerald • solo_traveller • ie
7
Pros:

Breakfast was very good and the food in the bar was very good.The leisure center was very good also

Cons:

The rooms were cold as the heating was turned off.The hot water for the sink took ages to come on.

2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Paul • solo_traveller • gb
10
All Good @The Hillgrove
Pros:

Great staff. Very good leisure centre. Excellent breakfast.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Sally • family_with_children • ie
10
2026-09-07 • via Nuitee