This was a last minute decision to get away for a night on New Years Eve. We spent hours trying to get a nice hotel that would do New Years Eve dinner and accommodation for a family of 4. We had no luck - as everything was either sold out or ridiculously priced. One average enough boutique hotel quoted me over €1,000 for 2 & and 1 Dinner. This was not a 5* property.

Anyway back to the Holiday Inn. We were lucky to get it really - although normally it would not have been a hotel I would have considered.

We got a rate of €190 - which was for a 2 bed suite. we could have got a family room for €30 cheaper - but the suite was so worth it. We were amazed at how huge the room was. It consisted of a lounge area with a sofa bed and fold up bed. There was also table/chairs and a god sized fridge in this area. We also had a separate double bedroom. The suite had 2 TV's - which was very handy. God tea/coffee making facilities (well stocked).

The hotel is about 10-15 mins walk from the town centre. Parking was OK (no extra cost).

Downs. Some of the public areas could do with a 'spruce up' . We didnt use the gym or pool - my sons (who have stayed here before) reported that the pool was very small - and the gym was adequate. We didnt use the restaurant either. Hotel rate was overpriced (but for New Years Eve it was on par with everybody else). I did feel the charge for wifi was a bit cheeky - although it was free in the lounge/bar.

Ups. Reception staff were very friendly. Room was huge and very clean. Fridge was most welcome.

I would imagine this hotel would be ideal for a family with 2 or 3 children - as a base for touring the area. I know you can get some great deals here off peak.

We stayed at the property in May, it was a great little get away!
The rooms were large and the bathrooms are in good shape.
The bar downstairs was great, lots of space and food was yum! They have live music on a saturday night and played a rugby game while we were staying so there was a great ambiance to the place!
It is a short walk into town, so if you are less mobile then may not be the best place for you but there are always taxis :)
Would def recommend to friends and family!

Went off season and the hotel was a bit eerie, however the rooms are quite spacious and the food is good quality. The water in the pool was cool for the kids but the hotel is clean and good value price wise.

Friendly helpful staff, both receptionists we dealt with were great. One, a German lady (sorry, didn't catch her name), really went out of her way to be helpful.

Have stayed in both Double room (two large double beds, not a lot of space around) and a Suite, two separate rooms and bathroom off a small corridor.

They do seem to offer many packages and deals and the deal we got was very good.

Pool is small but clean.

Breakfast was ok, but I do understand the 'Holiday Inn Express' comment made by another reviewer. Veggie options thin on the ground, but the kitchen obliged with some poached eggs and mushrooms when asked.

Bar food - was ok for a toasted sandwich and a kids meals (breast of chicken potatoes/veg) looked ok, if very large. At least provided a healthier option than the usual kiddie fodder (also on the menu).