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Dooly's Hotel

3.0 of 5
Emmet Square, Birr, Ireland
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Dooly's Hotel
Ranked #3 of 4 hotels in Birr
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Dublin, Ireland
Senior Reviewer
7 reviews 7 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2013

Stopped here for a quick snack with my husband and two kids aged 5 and 6. Hotel is dated, old fashioned and has a very dark bar/lounge. I ordered two toasted cheese sandwiches for my kids, my husband had a chicken panini with side salad and I had a latte. My latte was absolutely horrible and it cost 3.5euro and... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 April 2013 via mobile

Had food in the bar that evening that myself partner and son arrived. Food was nice as were staff however the nightclub underneath where we were turned me off completely. Though I was told there was a nightclub I was also informed that the family room was at back of hotel and they are generally quiet . That was not... More

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Dublin
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 April 2013

We didn't stay at the hotel but we availed of the special dinner menu €65 for 3 courses including a bottle of wine. It was tremendous value - we had a choice of wine and we got a lovely meal - very tasty and big portions - none of the dreaded "nouvelle cuisine " here - good Offaly - sized... More

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Limerick, Ireland
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33 reviews 33 reviews
14 hotel reviews
Reviews in 21 cities Reviews in 21 cities
20 helpful votes 20 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 March 2013

Dooly's Birr, Co Offaly is one of our most favourite hotels. Each month I take people on a day trip visit we were heading for Athlone Castle (have written review on this). We had a great full Irish breakfast with lots of fresh tea/coffee and toast. On our return homeward journey we stopped for dinner and the food was just... More

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bangor
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3 hotel reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 February 2013

I normally do the 400+miles round trip to Birr in a day. But advancing years and a headache prompted me to ask at Dooly's if they could put me up/put up with me for a night on my last visit to the town in mid-February. There was no problem, and the receptionist, Grainne, was friendly and most helpful. My room... More

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midlands
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18 reviews 18 reviews
15 hotel reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 November 2012 via mobile

Agree with the earlier comment, very mixed feelings about Dooley's. Lovely old style hotel, very clean & the staff were helpful and friendly, lots of parking available and such nice settling - birr is a must visit town.. just the food quality was what let the hotel down. Very standard dinner and lunch. Perfect hotel for work stay overs just... More

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ireland
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 November 2012

This is a difficult place to review beacuse it is getting a lot of things right but the style of the hotel wouldn't be my cup of tea. The staff are exttremely friendly and helpful, the general atmosphere is welcoming but the decor is decidedly dated, if you like that style of hotel then that's not a problem. I have... More

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DoolysHotel, General Manager at Dooly's Hotel, responded to this review
14 November 2012

Dear Reviewer, Thank you for taking time to review our Hotel on this website. I note you are a seasoned reviewer with over 50 tripadvisor reviews to your credit. As an IT buff, I am bemused as to why you chose to stay at Dooly's Hotel as you prefer "minimalistic & modern " when our website www.doolyshotel.com advertise Dooly's Hotel... More

Melbourne, Australia
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4 reviews 4 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 November 2012

Whilst staying at Birr recently, we enjoyed several meals at Dooly's Hotel in Emmet Square. It was an old coach house hotel and dates back to the 1700's. The meals were amazing and the service excellent. Our friendly waiter was most helpful in directing us towards the correct road at our departure. He even ventured out into the downpour to... More

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DoolysHotel, General Manager at Dooly's Hotel, responded to this review
8 November 2012

Dear Rose, Thank you for taking time to review Dooly's Hotel on Tripadvisor. I am delighted to read you enjoyed your experience at Dooly's Hotel during your recent visit to Birr. It is very encouraging that our cuisine met with your satisfaction on each occasion and you found our staff to be very friendly & helpful beyond the call of... More

England
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25 reviews 25 reviews
12 hotel reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 October 2012

Whilst making a trip to Birr Demesne Castle ( which incidentally is lovely),we stopped for lunch in Birr.A local resident directed us to Dooly's Hotel.What a nice hotel.Excellent choice - especially if you have kids and a very nice meal.Staff attentive and spotlessly clean.

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DoolysHotel, General Manager at Dooly's Hotel, responded to this review
20 October 2012

Dear Nem31, Thank you for taking time to review Dooly's Hotel on this website. We are a family run Hotel located in the centre of Birr & it is great to read we were recommended by a local. We serve Bar Lunch from 12.30/3pm and follow that with a full Bar Food Menu until 9pm. We also serve a Children's... More

Tralee, Ireland
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3 reviews 3 reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 October 2012

We were married only 4 days ago and had our we our reception at Dooly's Hotel. From the moment we arrived after our wedding cermony until we checked out the next day my husband and I could not fault Steven, Paul and the entire staff of a magnificent establishment. We were greeted with such warmth on a red carpet reception... More

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DoolysHotel, General Manager at Dooly's Hotel, responded to this review
8 October 2012

Dear Sandra & Paudie, Thank you so much for your kind words. It is most encouraging to read your praise for the Hotel & acknowledge the efforts of the Team during your stay. I am delighted both you & your guests enjoyed a wonderful wedding day at Dooly's Hotel last week. I have passed on your gracious compliments to our... More

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Additional Information about Dooly's Hotel

Also Known As:
Doolys Hotel Birr
Dooly's Hotel Birr, County Offaly
Address: Emmet Square, Birr, Ireland
Region: Ireland > Province of Leinster > County Offaly > Birr
Amenities:
Free Parking Restaurant
Hotel Style:
Ranked #3 of 4 hotels in Birr
Price range (per night): INR5,683 - 7,173
Hotel Class:3 star (3*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Doolys Hotel is situated in the beautiful Mid-Ireland. Doolys is a gem of a hotel in the centre of Georgian Birr. One of the oldest Coaching Inns in the country, the hotel exudes an old charm in a warm and welcoming atmosphere. All of our bedrooms are excellently equipped offering comfort, style and elegance. Dine in our award winning Emmett Restaurant where you can enjoy local and international dished. A visit to Doolys Hotel is an experience you will always remember. ... more   less 
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