Castlepollard The Square, Westmeath, Ireland
#3 of 4 hotels in Westmeath
Guests' ChoiceBased on 387 hotel reviews
9.0Cleanliness
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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End of dialog contentReviewed: September 1, 2025
Roy
NetherlandsThere 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
Jasper
NetherlandsHorrible coffee at breakfast, we still remember weeks later 😅
Excellent room!
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 20, 2025
Carty
IrelandThe 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
Graham
IrelandRoom 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
Mason
SpainSome 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
Mr
IrelandClean, very tastefully decorated, very friendly staff, value for money in a quaint town centre
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 12, 2025
Larkin
IrelandThat 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
Siobhan
United KingdomDoors 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
Boles
IrelandService 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
Elisabeth
AustriaPositioned 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
Simon
IrelandNothing
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
Christopher
United KingdomSecure 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
Nicola
IrelandNothing
They hotel was beautiful with spacious rooms and the food was fabulous.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: July 3, 2025
Justin
United KingdomNothing- 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
Brendan
IrelandHad 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
Desmond
United StatesNa
Clean and very comfortable, just passing by for the night and served its purpose well!
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: June 24, 2025
Philip
IrelandGreat room clean , comfortable,great shower..food in Toms bar excellent and fairly priced
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: June 14, 2025
Richard
United KingdomTake 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
Paul
AustraliaThe breakfast was first class but the other meals need tweaking
Staff were really helpful
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: June 5, 2025
Bryan
IrelandPeople 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
Allison
IrelandLovely hotel, very friendly, helpful staff. The food was excellent. We will definitely return.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: May 25, 2025
Ali
United KingdomEverything was lovely. Food was good and bedroom very nice
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: May 23, 2025
Carol
IrelandNothing
Absolutely spotless and extremely comfortable with lovely friendly staff
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: May 19, 2025
Jennifer
United KingdomBreakfast 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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