County Monaghan is located to the north of Ireland, bordering counties Louth, Cavan and Meath in the Republic and Fermanagh, Tyrone and Armagh in the Northern Ireland.
There is much to do in Monaghan for the outdoor enthusiast. There are a number of golf courses to choose from, including Concra Wood Golf & Country Club in Caslteblayney, Rossmore Golf Club, Clones Golf Club, Nuremore Hotels & Golf Club and Mannon Golf Club in Donaghmoyne. Walkers can explore the Monaghan landscape on the Sliabh Beagh Way, the Monaghan Way Walk, or the Knockatallon Looped Walks. County Monaghan has many rivers and lakes for both game and coarse fishing, such as Lough Mourne, Emy Lough, Milltown Lough, the Blackwater and the Knappagh River. Choose from a selection of Monaghan Hotels or guesthouses across the county.
County Monaghan is an area steeped in history with many megalithic sites and tombs; it also has a number of attractions worth visiting including the Patrick Kavanagh Literary & Resource Centre and Trail, dedicated to the famous Irish poet who was born in the county.
There is also the Monaghan County Museum, the Carrickmacross Lace Gallery, St. Joseph’s Church – which has 10 Harry Clarke stained glass windows and Castle Leslie, the Victorian country estate which now operates as a luxury hotel and which was the venue for the wedding of former Beatle star Paul McCartney and Heather Mills.
Whatever your reason for visiting Monaghan you can book a selection of fully approved Monaghan hotels and guesthouses located throughout the county on the Ireland Hotels website. Just use the accommodation search box featured on this page to find Monaghan hotel breaks or a guesthouse to meet your needs.
Hotels in Monaghan
Four Seasons Hotel & Leisure Club
Elegance without extravagance!! Enjoy the excellent service, warmth and luxury of this family-run hotel. Relax by the turf fire in the Still Bar or savour the food in the informal setting of the Range Restaurant or the fine dining Avenue Restaurant. The rooms have all modern facilities and residents have unlimited use of our leisure facilities, 18m pool, Jacuzzi, steam room, sauna, gym and outdoor hot tub. Also available massage & sun bed. Available locally: 18-hole golf course, angling, equestrian centre and water sports. Activity packages available.
Hillgrove Hotel Leisure & Spa
A majestic and magical setting awaits you, minutes walk from Monaghan Town. Luxurious bedrooms, including suites with Jacuzzis. Exquisite restaurant and bars. State of the art conference centre. Leisure club with swimming pool, Jacuzzi, steam room, sauna, gym, hot tub, tanning rooms, hair salon & nail bar. Spa & wellness centre, with rasul, herbal sauna, hydrotherapy pool, floatation bed, monsoon showers, pedi spas, relaxation room, extensive therapies and treatments for mind, body and soul.
Shirley Arms Hotel
Nestled in the heart of Patrick Kavanagh country & the home of Carrickmacross Lace, the Shirley Arms Hotel has undergone a total transformation & has been recently approved 4* hotel by Failte Ireland.
The Castle at Castle Leslie Estate
Castle Leslie Estate, located in County Monaghan is nestled on 1,000 acres of undulating Irish countryside, dotted with ancient woodland and glittering lakes. Castle Leslie Estate Monaghan is one of the last great Irish Castle estates still in the hands of its founding family. Since the 1660s, the distinguished and somewhat individual Leslie family has lived on the Castle Estate, welcoming everyone from politicians to poets, ambassadors to ufologists.
Come and experience some of the most unique and enchanting accommodation in Ireland. Following significant investment and a major restoration programme over the last decade, the beautiful Castle Estate is waiting to be discovered. Located in Co. Monaghan, Ireland, the Estate is only 80 minutes from Dublin and 60 minutes from Belfast. Full of character and personality, it?s the ultimate Irish rural escape and boasts a variety of accommodation and activities to suit all tastes.
The Castle, at the heart of the Estate, offers authentic original interiors and old-style hospitality and is a complete respite from the world. The Lodge is the social hub of the Estate and brings locals and guests together in an atmosphere of conviviality and comfort. The Old Stable Mews & The Village Cottages are the perfect spot for families or groups that want the convenience of hotel living combined with private self catering.
The Estate offers an idyllic setting for outdoor activity and adventure. Its the perfect place to discover the thrill of exploring the countryside on horseback or foot. You can spend a few hours fishing on one of Irelands best preserved lakes. Alternatively, you might prefer to enjoy a massage in the Victorian Treatment Rooms at the end of an activity packed day or relax with a book in one of our many beautiful rooms.
No matter where you eat on the Estate, you will enjoy the best of classic Irish cooking. We source regional and artisan foods locally and prepare and present them with imagination and flair. Freshness is our by word. Our daily-baked breads and scones and homemade preserves are enough to tempt any guest.
The Executive Chef at Castle Leslie Estate, combines years of Michelin experience and personal passion with some tried and tested delicious recipes of the past. Cleverly re-inventing the Castle Leslie Estate Cook Book a compilation of dog eared family recipes dating back for centuries Andrew has cleverly stamped a whole new meaning on the expression old meets new. He and his team cater for all guests? needs with style and a smile!
At Castle Leslie Estate, its all about choice. We cater for those looking for casual dining as well as those seeking a more formal, elegant and romantic experience. Guests can look forward to lazy breakfasts, light lunches or picnic lunches in the woodlands, Irish country cooking in the bar or brasserie and candlelit dinners and formal afternoon tea in the Castle. Book your stay here and there?s little chance of anyone going hungry.
The Lodge at Castle Leslie Estate
Located on 1,000 acres of undulating Irish countryside in County Monaghan, The Hunting Lodge on The Castle Leslie Estate is the perfect getaway. Stay in one of the 30 beautiful bedrooms, enjoy a delicious meal in Snaffles Restaurant before enjoying a pint in Conors Bar. Choose to explore the estate on horseback with our Equestrian Centre, improve your culinary expertise in the Cookery School or indulge in the Organic Victorian Spa. Just 70 minutes from Belfast and 90 minutes from Dublin Airport.
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