Ballymascanlon Hotel and Golf Resort

Hotels
8.8 (2822 reviews)
Carlingford Road , Dundalk , ie
+353 42 935 8200

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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:
Cleanliness
Friendly Staff
Great Location
Good Food
Cons:
Service Issues
Room Comfort

Categories

Cleanliness
8.94
The hotel is very clean with lovely grounds.
Service
8.61
Service was slow at times, but staff were friendly and apologetic.
Location
9.45
Good location, close to Carlingford and Dundalk.
Room Quality
7.9
Lovely warm comfortable room, but some complaints about heating and bed comfort.
Amenities
8.93
Great facilities including a leisure center and outdoor hot tub.
Value for Money
8.39
Overall experience seemed satisfactory but some felt service during busy times was lacking.
Food and Beverage
8.94
Food was excellent, though dinner menu could be more varied.
Overall Experience
9.21
A very enjoyable stay, with many guests expressing intent to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-16 05:12

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation in a Historic Setting

Golf and Wellness Amenities
The Ballymascanlon Hotel and Golf Resort offers an 18-hole golf course, a health club, sauna, indoor swimming pool, and a hot tub for guests to enjoy during their stay.

Elegant Dining Experience
Guests can indulge in a full Irish breakfast served in the elegant dining rooms each morning. The hotel also offers classic lunch and dinner options with an extensive wine list. 24-hour room service is available for those looking to dine in the comfort of their room.

Rich History and Scenic Surroundings
Surrounded by national forests and mountain ranges, the estate grounds feature the ancient Proleek Stone and provide free private parking. Experience a blend of history and natural beauty at Ballymascanlon Hotel and Golf Resort.

Book your stay now to experience luxury, history, and relaxation at Ballymascanlon Hotel and Golf Resort.

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:30 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 2822 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.94
Service: 8.61
Location: 9.45
Room Quality: 7.9
Amenities: 8.93
Value for Money: 8.39
Food and Beverage: 8.94
Overall Experience: 9.21
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Patrick • couple • gb
10
Hope to return soon
Pros:

Everything was perfect
Staff very helpful
Room amazing with beautiful view

Cons:

Nothing to dislike

2026-08-08 • via Nuitee
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Richard • family_with_children • ie
7
Pros:

Breakfast and pool

Cons:

Bar food very overpriced and sub standard service and food not nice for the price paid

2026-08-07 • via Nuitee
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LYNDA • solo_traveller • ie
10
Pros:

The whole place was exceptional. This was my first time stay but will definitely back again. Superb place so relaxing. Staff were so nice and very friendly.

2026-08-07 • via Nuitee
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G3r Hogan • solo_traveller • ie
10
2026-08-07 • via Nuitee
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Jennifer • couple • gb
9
Pros:

We loved everything

2026-08-07 • via Nuitee
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Freda • family_with_children • ie
8
We’ve stayed here before and will again! Thank you.
Pros:

Kids love the swimming pool, room very spacious. Nice breakfast

Cons:

The hot tub was not working.
No aircon

2026-08-07 • via Nuitee
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Peter • couple • gb
9
2026-08-06 • via Nuitee
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Martina • couple • gb
10
2026-08-06 • via Nuitee
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Laragh • family_with_children • ie
9
2026-08-06 • via Nuitee
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Joan • couple • ie
6
The price of the food in the bar was very expencive.Menu was not great .
2026-08-06 • via Nuitee
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Niall • solo_traveller • ie
10
Pros:

Price location comfort clean. Breakfast was beautiful

Cons:

N/A

2026-08-06 • via Nuitee
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Lily • solo_traveller • ie
6
Hotel lovely .facilities good but bar a disaster would not return it wasn't a bar to relax in
Pros:

Breakfast was excellent
Staff in restaurant very good .

Cons:

BAR .
Was very bad experience
Was there on 3rd and 4th of August
Dishes missing frm menu .staff disorganised
Waited 1hr for meal it came with wrong veg
NEXT NIGHT soup was cold and waterery dishes missing frm menu again

2026-08-06 • via Nuitee
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Susan • family_with_children • ie
10
2026-08-05 • via Nuitee
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Ryan • extended_group • gb
9
2026-08-05 • via Nuitee
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Anne • solo_traveller • ie
10
Pros:

A beautiful setting , comfortable clean room ,wonderful staff and great food.

2026-08-05 • via Nuitee
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audrey • family_with_children • gb
8
2026-08-05 • via Nuitee
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Kerry • extended_group • au
10
Elegant and Welcoming. Staff were very friendly and obliging
Pros:

Such a beautiful hotel, such welcoming feeling

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-05 • via Nuitee
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Breda • extended_group • ie
10
Lovely comfortable stay
Pros:

Meals excellent

Cons:

I think they should have EV chargers.

2026-08-04 • via Nuitee
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Patrick • extended_group • gb
9
Thoroughly enjoyable
Pros:

Very good.

Cons:

N/A

2026-08-04 • via Nuitee
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Maik • family_with_children • de
9
Pros:

Das Bett und das Personal

2026-08-03 • via Nuitee