Trim Castle Hotel

County Meath


Expanses of glossy marble in the foyer set the scene at this contemporary hotel opposite Trim Castle. Some of its stylish rooms come with balconies (try for sprawling corner room 225). Its rooftop sun terrace overlooks Trim Castle, and dining – whether at breakfast, the bar's carvery or upmarket Jules Restaurant (Friday and Saturday evenings and Sunday lunch only) – is top-notch.


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