About this property
Welcome to the County Arms, located in the heart of Ireland, in the beautiful heritage town of Birr, the perfect location to discover all the Midlands has to offer. A heritage haven in Ireland’s heartlands, the County Arms is known far and wide for its stunning grounds, contemporary rooms and suites, local dining experiences, unforgettable weddings and events, and exceptional personal service. The hotel offers a wide range of great value packages to suit everyone, whether you’re looking for a haven of relaxation or an action-packed break! With the County Arms as your base, immerse in the history of the heritage town of Birr and the captivating beauty of County Offaly. You’ll have the opportunity to explore a wide range of activities, from breathtaking landscapes to historical sites including Birr Castle & Gardens, The Slieve Bloom Mountains, Lough Boora Discovery Parks, and Clonmacnoise Monastery, to name just a few! After a day of exploration, retreat to our newly refurbished facilities. Unwind at The Springs Leisure Club & Wellness Suites, featuring pool, steam room, sauna, jacuzzi, and gym, and a range of VOYA wellness treatments, rejuvenating body and mind. Enjoy delicious, local, seasonal produce at Hackett’s Eatery or indulge in the elegance of a traditional Afternoon Tea served in the magnificent Drawing Room, offering an authentic Georgian dining experience. For a more casual lunch, dinner, or snack visit Bar 62 or, if fancy cocktails are more your style, pop into The Shaker Room Cocktail Bar. Then take a leisurely stroll through our stunning 18th Century Walled Garden complete with charming gazebo - and when it's time to rest, enjoy a peaceful and revitalising sleep in our newly renovated bedrooms, ranging from beautifully appointed double rooms to luxurious, bespoke suites. Conveniently located just 120 minutes from Dublin, 90 minutes from Shannon, 85 minutes from Galway, and a little over an hour from Limerick, the County Arms is your heritage haven in Ireland’s heartlands.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Angela
United Kingdom“Hotel was fresh and welcoming. Dinner and breakfast was 10/10.” - Ryan
Ireland“Staff were all 10/10, wedding venue 10/10 and food 10/10” - Catherine Ireland“Our son and his wife had their wedding reception in this hotel on 7th August and a second day on the 8th. It was the most magical day, the hotel, the staff and the atmosphere was just exceptional. There was nothing I could fault, everyone went...”
- Sarah Ireland“Staff were extremely friendly at front desk, bars, servers at the wedding all excellent. The rooms were clean and an ideal size. Facilities were all immaculate.”
- Catherine Ireland“The rooms were lovely .spotless and the breakfast was excellent . And if you like gardens it's the place to visit. There gardens were beautiful”
- Therese Ireland“Loved the decore in the hotel, room was beautifully laid out. Food was delicious hotel has lovely grounds to walk around definitely stay here again”
- Emma Ireland“The hotel was fab! We really enjoyed our stay. We were up for a wedding and it really exceeded my expectations. The staff were wonderful and the food was delicious! The gardens were so beautiful. I loved the water filter stations (maybe some ice...”
- Nugent Ireland“Best layout Hotel I have stayed in, and very close to the town for easy access to the centre of town and Birr Castle and gardens.”
Connie United Kingdom“Nothing was any trouble, staff were amazing, food was delicious”- Caroline United Kingdom“Was there for a wedding, which was hosted fabulously by the hotel. The food was amazing. Staff really polite and helpful - beautiful gardens. The breakfast was so good. I had the full Irish, my sister scrambled eggs, bacon. Delicious”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
- Restaurant #1
- Open forBreakfast • Dinner
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
The fine print
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform County Arms Birr in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
