Hillyard House Hotel

Hotels
9.1 (938 reviews)
1-5 Castle Avenue , Castlewellan , gb

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Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Heating
Family rooms
Hiking
Lift / Elevator
Laundry
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Comfortable beds
Great location
Delicious breakfast
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Poor service on first night

Categories

Cleanliness
8.28
The room was grubby, and towels were also grubby, indicating cleanliness issues.
Service
8.75
Service in the restaurant was poor on the first night, impacting the overall service sentiment.
Location
10
Good location mentioned, contributing positively to the overall sentiment.
Room Quality
8.74
Overall comfort of the bed and room was mentioned positively, but there were concerns about cleanliness.
Amenities
9.27
Basic amenities were covered, though specific requests like sealed bottled water were noted absent.
Value for Money
8.73
Some food items were considered expensive and not good value for money.
Food and Beverage
9.28
Breakfast was described positively, though there were comments regarding dinner.
Overall Experience
9.77
Generally positive experiences reported, with enjoyment expressed in multiple reviews.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 19:55

Property Description

Charming Accommodation in Castlewellan

Shared Lounge and Restaurant: Relax in our cozy shared lounge or enjoy a delicious meal at our on-site restaurant.

Scenic Mountain Views: Wake up to breathtaking mountain views from select rooms, complete with a coffee machine for your convenience.

Cycling and Adventure: Explore the picturesque surroundings with a bike ride - available for hire at the hotel.

Experience comfort and serenity at Hillyard House Hotel. Book your stay now for a memorable getaway.

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

9.1
Based on 938 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.28
Service: 8.75
Location: 10
Room Quality: 8.74
Amenities: 9.27
Value for Money: 8.73
Food and Beverage: 9.28
Overall Experience: 9.77
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David • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Brian • solo_traveller • gb
10
5 stars
Pros:

We like staying here great accommodation

2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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pat • extended_group • ie
9
Pros:

hotel to very high standard, staff friendly and extremely helpful ,didn't dine in restaurant, but it fellow travellers were more than happy with experience, would stay again if visiting area

Cons:

a small fridge with water etc in bedroom would be appreciated

2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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Sam • couple • gb
10
Another exceptional stay
Pros:

Another great stay at the Hillyard, service is excellent especially the girls who were on breakfast service Saturday and Sunday. Room great, bed comfortable and immaculate bathroom which has my favourite shower. Dinner at hotel was again excellent but the cheesecake was one of the best desserts I have ever had. Singer on Saturday evening entertainment was very good and hope she is back again when we are there.
Booked again for 2 weeks time!

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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Michael • solo_traveller • gb
10
Brilliant
Pros:

Great localation and great food. Staff was very pleasant especially Darcy.

Cons:

Every thing was fine.

2026-08-23 • via Nuitee
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SashaBabu1 • family_with_children • gb
8
2026-08-21 • via Nuitee
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Maria • family_with_children • gb
8
2026-08-20 • via Nuitee
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james • solo_traveller • ie
9
Weekend break
Pros:

Good size rooms with excellent a/c
Staff very welcoming and helpful re info etc. Breakfast menu top class. Location near everything.

Cons:

Reception one girl working to accommodate guests and answer phone bookings

2026-08-18 • via Nuitee
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Laura • couple • gb
4
Wouldnt recommend
Pros:

Great location food was nice

Cons:

Rooms were small and lively. Not for a relaxing stay

2026-08-16 • via Nuitee
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Michael • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-08-16 • via Nuitee
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Brown • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Very good breakfast , room very comfortable staff were amazing nor 10 out of 10

Cons:

Absolutely nothing

2026-08-15 • via Nuitee
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Sally • solo_traveller • gb
8
Loved the hotel. We’ll definitely be back.
Pros:

Great location, lovely room with a massive bed. Breakfast was great and the staff were super helpful

Cons:

Nothing to say

2026-08-14 • via Nuitee
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Mavis • couple • gb
10
Pleasant stay, close to the forest for annual show
Pros:

Breakfast was good
Good variety to choose from
Staff helpful

Cons:

N/A

2026-08-14 • via Nuitee
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FAITH • solo_traveller • ie
8
Pros:

Staff very helpful

2026-08-12 • via Nuitee
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Barry • couple • gb
8
Pros:

breakfast had limited choice ,but the food served was excellent .

Cons:

Very noisy as bedroom over the front of pub .Hot as had to keep window open ,therefore a fan may have helped .

2026-08-11 • via Nuitee
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David • couple • gb
8
A great location for a summer break
2026-08-11 • via Nuitee
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margaret • couple • gb
9
Lovely hotel outside Castlewellan gardens with amazing walks
Pros:

Nice modern hotel, welcoming staff and room was clean, breakfast and evening meal very tasty.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-10 • via Nuitee
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Sam • couple • gb
10
Terrific stay
Pros:

First time at Hillyard Hotel, absolutely brilliant hotel with terrific food. Staff were excellent pleasant and very attentive, room was great apart from a few blemishes which were irrelevant to us, restaurant is first class with brilliant food. Location is perfect with all amenities being a short walk away. Stay was so good that we booked to go back in 2 weeks the day before we had to check out.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-09 • via Nuitee
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Allison • couple • gb
9
2026-08-09 • via Nuitee
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Marco • couple • nl
8
2026-08-08 • via Nuitee