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Reviews of Castle Varagh Hotel & Bar

Castlepollard The Square, Westmeath, Ireland

#3 of 4 hotels in Westmeath

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Review Score

Based on 387 hotel reviews

9.0

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.6

  • Comfort

    9.5

  • Location

    8.9

  • Facilities

    9.1

  • Staff

    9.4

  • Value for money

    8.8

  • Free Wifi

    8.1

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  • Reviewed: September 1, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There is little to do in the town. No other restaurant for example.

    From inside it looks brand new. With very comfortable and big bed and a good walk inn shower.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 28, 2025

    9.0
    Nice place to stay!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Horrible coffee at breakfast, we still remember weeks later 😅

    Excellent room!

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 20, 2025

    8.0
    Lovely staff and great gluten free options, though rooms can be warm and a bit noisy with slow servi
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    The hotel has many positives, but there are a few areas that could be improved. The rooms are advertised as soundproof, but unfortunately I could clearly hear people walking in the corridor as well as traffic from outside. The rooms also felt quite warm, and with no fan provided, it was a little uncomfortable at night. When it came to food, while the quality was good, the service was quite slow. Even at breakfast in the morning, it took longer than expected for our order to arrive. That said, the staff themselves were absolutely lovely – very friendly and helpful throughout our stay – but the speed of service could definitely be improved.

    I had a really enjoyable stay at this hotel. The room was very comfortable, and the staff were genuinely lovely and attentive throughout my visit. One of the highlights for me was the food. Being gluten free, I often find it difficult to get good options when travelling, but the hotel really went above and beyond. Both breakfast and dinner were excellent, and the staff made sure I was well looked after. The gluten free curry at dinner was delicious, their carvery gravy is also gluten free, and even the full Irish breakfast can be made gluten free. It made such a difference to feel so well catered for. Overall, a very comfortable and welcoming stay with fantastic food and service.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 19, 2025

    8.0
    Lovely hotel, great little village.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Room was quite hot, a fan was present to assist with the heat, but it was only blowing hot air around and was quite noisy when trying to sleep. Wasn't a major issue.

    The staff was very friendly, the rooms were well kept and really clean.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 17, 2025

    10
    I felt at home, everyone was so friendly
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Standard Single Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Some of the cups had not been cleaned thoroughly, immediately taken care off without any problems A very well run and pleasant place from which to explore the area

    Fabulous, great choices

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 16, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Clean, very tastefully decorated, very friendly staff, value for money in a quaint town centre

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 12, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Triple Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    That we couldn't stay longer 🤣

    Lovely hotel, staff were all so nice and accommodating. The whole place was spotless. Beds were so comfortable and lovely to have the fan in the room. Breakfast was delicious.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 11, 2025

    10
    Great place for an overnight stay or short break.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Doors are heavy and make a loud noise when shutting.

    I loved the bed and pillows, best bed I’ve slept in. Also loved the toiletries. Location is good, being reasonably close to Dublin. Bedroom was spacious. Very good internet.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 6, 2025

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Standard Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Service was a little slow at times but they were busy

    Location was excellent Fore and Tullynally and Mullingar lakes and attractions v accessible Bed and room v comfortable and good shower

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 3, 2025

    10
    Great stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Single Room
    • Stayed 4 nights

    Positioned in the heart of the town, every interesting place could be reached by walking; crew was very friendly; restaurant directly in the house; large parking space for customers

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: July 31, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    The family room was great for a young family, a separate area with single beds but close by. Toys and books for young kids was an instant hit. Only minor thing the beds are high for young kids to get onto. Images on booking.com are accurate of the room.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: July 29, 2025

    10
    Absolutely beautiful. I’m going back in a couple of weeks
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Standard Single Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Secure Car parking at rear of hotel only accessible with room card or via buzzing through to reception excellent security camera viewing all the car park.⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️. That really makes a difference when staying in hotels that cannot accommodate your vehicle alway worrying about your car being damaged or stolen but not at this hotel 👍. Right in the middle of Castle Pollard and the food was fabulous nothing to much trouble I asked for some thing that was not on the menu and the chef accommodated me fresh fish goujons honestly the best I have ever tasted and the bar staff all friendly and helpful really a breath of fresh air. 3 other bars within 2 minutes walking all friendly, big supermarket , Chinese takeaway, pizza place, and another takeaway all around the square. Honestly within 2 minutes rolling countryside with Castles, lakes and hills to walk it’s got everything.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: July 5, 2025

    10
    Fabulous place to stay and food os fab
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Triple Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    They hotel was beautiful with spacious rooms and the food was fabulous.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: July 3, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing- faultless

    Fantastic hotel. Lovely newly refurbished rooms, buzzy atmosphere, great food and impeccable service. Above all the staff who were so welcoming. The Castle Varagh really has got it right. We will be back!

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: July 3, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Family Suite
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Had pints the lager wasn't great, could maybe get pipes cleaned

    The rooms where up to good standards very clean and modern,Food was good and reasonable,staff where very friendly would definitely come back,Breakfast was excellent plenty to choose from

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: June 30, 2025

    9.0
    Did its job to perfection
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Na

    Clean and very comfortable, just passing by for the night and served its purpose well!

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: June 24, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Great room clean , comfortable,great shower..food in Toms bar excellent and fairly priced

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: June 14, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Family Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Take the stairs...lol

    From start to finish...from the reception who was lovely...till dinner and breakfast.....value for money was fantastic

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: June 6, 2025

    9.0
    Reall good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Triple Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The breakfast was first class but the other meals need tweaking

    Staff were really helpful

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: June 5, 2025

    9.0
    Very enjoyable
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    People under our room on the street talking very loud until 3 am.

    Very good , location perfect. Music in bar very good

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: June 2, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Lovely hotel, very friendly, helpful staff. The food was excellent. We will definitely return.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: May 25, 2025

    10
    Lovely place will be back
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Everything was lovely. Food was good and bedroom very nice

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: May 23, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Absolutely spotless and extremely comfortable with lovely friendly staff

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: May 19, 2025

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Standard Single Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Breakfast at weekends doesn’t start until 9am which was a bit late

    Comfortable rooms, very clean, excellent friendly and helpful staff

    Stayed in May 2025

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