Summary of reviewsDunboyne Castle Hotel & Spa is a lovely location for a relaxing holiday in Ireland with a tranquil atmosphere and friendly locals. The breakfast received mixed reviews with some guests impressed by its freshness and quality, while others found it underwhelming with limited options. The dinner service also received mixed reviews with some guests enjoying great food and reasonable prices, while others found it underwhelming with poor service and menus. The rooms were generally comfortable and spacious, though some guests found them outdated and in need of a revamp. The staff were consistently praised for their fantastic, friendly and accommodating service. The spa received mixed reviews with some guests loving the facilities and treatments, while others were disappointed with the extra fee and maintenance issues. The beds also received mixed reviews with some guests finding them remarkably comfortable, while others found them uncomfortably hard or noisy. Overall, Dunboyne Castle Hotel & Spa is a mostly clean and welcoming establishment with some enjoyable dining experiences and excellent staff.
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Set amidst the rich history of Ireland, Dunboyne Castle Hotel & Spa has a storied past that dates back to the times of The Butlers of Dunboyne. The original castle, which served as their residence, was destroyed during the Cromwellian invasion of Ireland due to the family's steadfast refusal to convert to Protestantism. In its place, a stately Georgian house was constructed in 1764 under the watchful eye of Drogheda architect George Darley. The structure boasts exquisite ornamental stucco plasterwork by the renowned Lafranchini Brothers, with the ceiling over the staircase depicting the four elements central to life during that period—War, Music, Education, and Love.
The last of the Butlers to call the castle home was the 22nd Baron of Dunboyne, John Butler, who was also the Catholic Bishop of Cork. Over the years, ownership of the castle passed through various families, including the Butler-O’Briens, Sadliers, Morrough-Ryans, and Watchmans. In 1955, the Good Shepherd Sisters took up residence until 1991 when the Keating family acquired the property. The Ross family then purchased the castle in 1999 and embarked on an ambitious restoration project. Led by Seamus Ross, they transformed the castle into the luxurious Dunboyne Castle Hotel & Spa, which opened its doors in 2006. In December 2022, Mr. Thomas Röggla added the hotel to his prestigious TMR Hotel Collection, which includes esteemed properties such as Farnham Estate Spa & Golf Resort, Harvey’s Point, Mount Wolseley, Aghadoe Heights, and the Ballymascanlon Hotel & Golf Resort.
Experience luxury and relaxation at the Seoid Spa, the gem of the Dunboyne Castle Hotel & Spa. Recognized as the regional winner in Northern Europe at the World Luxury Spa awards in 2019, Seoid Spa is a carefully designed oasis of calm, offering guests a retreat into relaxation. The spa features specialist treatments, a hydrotherapy pool, heated pool loungers, a sauna, a steam room, and a fully equipped gym. Begin your spa journey in the hydrotherapy pool, allowing the heated water to wash away your stress. Afterwards, relax in the laconium for a dry heat treatment or in the steam room to soothe your muscles. The Seoid Spa also offers unique spa experiences such as body wraps and scrubs, manicures and pedicures and a revitalizing cold shower.