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Built by the Earl of Darnley in the 19th century, today the Darnley Lodge Hotel offers rooms with attached bathroom, live music and a well-stocked bar. Free parking is available. The rooms have classic decor and some feature dark wood furniture. All rooms have a TV and an private bathroom with a shower. The award-winning restaurant uses local and Irish ingredients to create a range of traditional and modern dishes. The lounge has open fires in winter and serves light meals. The bar has a traditional Irish pub atmosphere and decor. It serves a range of beers, wines and spirits and offers regular live music events. Old Darnley Lodge is in the center of Athboy, just 1 hour’s drive from Dublin International Airport and city center. There are 12 golf courses in the county and the Irish Grand National takes place at the Navan Racecourse, 20 minutes’ drive away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property Highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.8)

Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly-rated for its very comfy beds.

Free private parking available at the hotel


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Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 full bed
2 twin beds
1 twin bed
2 twin beds
and
1 full bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.7
Facilities
8.6
Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
9.0
Value for money
8.8
Location
8.8
Free WiFi
6.9
Low score for Athboy
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Susan
    United States of America United States of America
    The breakfast was very good. We also ate dinner in the restaurant one night and it was excellent. My husband had the pork chop and rated it the best meal of our trip. The woman at the front desk was friendly and helpful. The room was a little...
  • Ari
    United States of America United States of America
    simple little hotel but man, the staff you were just the nicest people ever - very helpful with some business I had to take care of in town.
  • Brown
    United States of America United States of America
    The desk clerk was super friendly when we arrived. The room was clean and the bed was sort of comfy. There could have been better pillows. We ate at the restaurant and had fantastic food. We would go there again, given the opportunity.

Hotel area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • The Darnley Bar & Lounge
    • Cuisine
      Irish • Local
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly • Traditional • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of Darnley Lodge Hotel
Great facilities! Review score, 8.6

Most popular amenities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Restaurant
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Bingo
    Additional charge
  • Live sports events (broadcast)
  • Live music/Performance
    Additional charge
  • Evening entertainment
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Video
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/out
  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage
  • Express check-in/out
  • 24-hour front desk
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe
General
  • Grocery deliveries
    Additional charge
  • Designated smoking area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Wake-up service
  • Heating
  • Packed lunches
  • Carpeted
  • Family rooms
  • Hair/Beauty salon
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Wake-up service/Alarm clock
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Portuguese

Property practices

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House rules

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Check-in

From 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM

Check-out

From 7:00 AM to 12:00 PM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
Free
Crib upon request
Free
3 - 5 years
Extra bed upon request
Free
6 - 12 years
Extra bed upon request
€ 10 per child, per night
13+ years
Extra bed upon request
€ 25 per person, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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FAQs about Darnley Lodge Hotel

  • Darnley Lodge Hotel is 650 feet from the center of Athboy. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Darnley Lodge Hotel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Evening entertainment
    • Live sports events (broadcast)
    • Live music/Performance
    • Bingo

  • Yes, Darnley Lodge Hotel is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Room options at Darnley Lodge Hotel include:

    • Double
    • Twin
    • Single
    • Family

  • Darnley Lodge Hotel has 1 restaurant:

    • The Darnley Bar & Lounge

  • Check-in at Darnley Lodge Hotel is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.

  • The prices at Darnley Lodge Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.