Castle Varagh Hotel & Bar

We arrived to see the hotel tastefully decorated for the Christmas Season with warm and inviting twinkling wreaths and Trees. A beautiful reception area with high ceilings with warm modern feel. We were greeted at reception with a smile and the fact we were early was not an issue. We sat and waited less than 10 minutes while accommodation confirmed they had our room ready, the early check in was very welcoming after our journey. We were signposted by the receptionist and the accommodation staff member. We were given all the usual but welcome information and dining options and breakfast. Our room was modern bright and comfortable, quality and unique soft furnishings giving the feel of a modern and not chain like feel. A truly well thought out decor. Bathroom bright and modern with large walk in shower and Quality toiletries. Hand lotion by the Irish handmade soap company was amazing to use. The bed and bedding of the highest quality and comfy. Food in the busy bar was epic, Brie and wings to start, chef’s special and Retro Carbonara for mains with Brownies and Pecan to finish. All the staff & the manager who personally spoke to us and checked on us are very warm and professional. Lovely local feel with that touch of modern class. We will return soon without a doubt. We commented that it’s been some time since we felt such hospitality and encountered food if such quality. Like the old days when hotel food was quality produce and nit widely available. The management and chef are obviously selective with their suppliers and the proof was in our pudding.

This was our second time staying in the hotel and we were delighted with the room and breakfast and we would stay again. It's a modern and comfortable hotel. Unfortunately, when we were there the fire alarm went off in the middle of the night as the pub next door was actually on fire. This was no fault of the hotel. Myself and about 7 other guests made our way to the side emergency exit. Unfortunately, in the dark and being disorientated, we could not find how to get around to the fire point at the front of the building. We couldn't get out left and in the dark, we thought it was a shed only to the right. After 45 minutes waiting at the side emergency exit, I rang the local garda station to ask what to do as we couldn't figure the way out and there was no staff around. After I made the call and told guests that the pub next door was on fire, another guest spoke up to say we could get out via carpark to the right, I don't know why he didn't speak up in first place!! So 7 of us piled into his car , drove out in strangers car and around front of building, it was all a bit mad!! Once the fire officers extinguished fire and checked hotel, we were allowed back in. This emergency situation was nothing to do with hotel but I wanted to let them know our experience of evacuation. I did wait at reception when checking out to tell staff in person but no body came so I left key at desk and left.

Another great stay at Castle Varagh. Room was spotless as always, we had a beautiful meal in the bar, staff were very helpful & friendly. Great entertainment in the bar that night & a fab breakfast the next morning. Hope to be back again very soon.