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Headfort Arms Hotel

3.0 star property
Golfers enjoy 36 challenging holes while others relax with spa treatments at this countryside retreat offering excellent food and drink options

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The Headfort Arms Hotel blends city convenience with countryside charm. Guests can play a round on the 36-hole golf course or book a treatment at The Spa Rooms. The Vanilla Pod Restaurant serves lunch and dinner, while helpful staff and WiFi keep everyone connected.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Laundry
The current price is AED 450
AED 511 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Mar - 24 Mar

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Rollaway/extra beds
Cribs/infant beds
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Classic Triple Room

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Rollaway/extra beds
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Triple Room

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Large Twin Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Rollaway/extra beds
Cribs/infant beds
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Kells, Headfort Arms Hotel is in the city center and near theme parks. St Colmcille's House and Round Tower & High Crosses are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include The Zone and Solstice Arts Centre. Athboy Karting Centre and Aura Leisure Navan are also worth visiting. Break out the clubs and hit the links with a golf course and golf lessons nearby, or seek out an adventure with horse riding and ecotours. Visit our Kells travel guide
Map
Headfort Place, Kells, Meath

What's nearby

  • St Colmcille's House
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Round Tower & High Crosses
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Market Cross
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Kells Heritage Centre
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Headfort Golf Club
    15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Dublin Airport (DUB)
    51 min drive

Restaurants

  • Kanoodle
    16 min walk
  • Jacks Railway Bar
    11 min walk
  • Butterfly Garden Cafe
    6 min walk
  • The Book Market Cafe
    3 min walk
  • The Silver tankard
    8 min drive

About this property

Headfort Arms Hotel

Hotel in the city center
A golf course, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden are just a few of the amenities provided at Headfort Arms Hotel. Get out on the links at this hotel and enjoy amenities such as a driving range, golf lessons, and a golf clubhouse. Indulge in a sports massage, Ayurvedic treatments, and a facial at The Spa Rooms, the onsite spa. The on-site restaurant, Vanilla Pod Restaurant, offers lunch and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar.
Additional perks include:
  • An electric car charging station, access to a nearby indoor pool, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • Concierge services, an elevator, and luggage storage
  • A banquet hall, golf cart on site, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Headfort Arms Hotel include comforts such as laptop-compatible safes, as well as amenities like free WiFi.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Electric kettles, desks, and phones

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • Electric car charging station on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Cafe Therese
  • Keltic Bar
  • Vanilla Pod Restaurant

Things to do

  • 36-hole golf course
  • Full-service spa
  • Golf caddies
  • Golf carts
  • Golf clubhouse
  • Golf clubs/equipment
  • Golf driving range
  • Indoor pool (guest access)
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Pro golf lessons

Family friendly

  • Access to nearby indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • No housekeeping service
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Prenatal massages
  • Reflexology
  • Spa open select days
  • Sports massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 3 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 20.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 20.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

Reservations are required for golf tee times, massage services, and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

National rating

Rating provided by Fáilte Ireland, the National Tourism Development Authority of Ireland, source of official star ratings for accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Headfort Arms Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Headfort Arms Hotel?

As of 6 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Headfort Arms Hotel on 23 March 2026 start from AED 450, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

This hotel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Headfort Arms Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Headfort Arms Hotel?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Headfort Arms Hotel located?

Located in the heart of Kells, this spa hotel is within a 5-minute walk of St Colmcille's House, Round Tower & High Crosses, and Market Cross. Kells Heritage Centre and St. Columba's Church are also within 10 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Headfort Arms Hotel Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 179 out of 284 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 86 out of 284 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 284 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 284 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 284 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

fiona

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cosy ,comfortable hotel with friendly Staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very hospitable, excellent restaurant, great breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location and value

Lovely hotel in centre of kells for tourists etc
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brendan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Definitely will be returning

Lovely hotel, great staff, lovely food both breakfast and dinner in the bar.
Struggled to finish this. Great value quality food.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

erica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely hotel

This is a lovely, centrally-located hotel. The staff are friendly and helpful, and the rooms are nicely appointed. We had dinner in the pub, and breakfast in the restaurant, and both were delicious!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ciara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel choice

Super hotel with a personal / family run feeling. Second time I have stayed. Really comfy, with a good overnight rate. Also, as a solo female traveller I also felt very secure and safe
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emmet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was booked for a wedding in this hotel and had to stay the night before due to travel, to say the staff went above and beyond for us is an understatement couldn't of been more helpful ! Hotel itself is homely and friendly , really enjoyed the fact the hotel had a separate bar attached so gave an even more relaxed feel to it. 10/10 would recommend !
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Philomena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very friendly and helpful. The food was delicious.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is very kind and generous with their time. Excellent dinner and breakfast! We stayed only one night but wish we would have booked for more.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place to stay.

Fantastic hotel. Great bar and restaurant on premises. The had an EV charging station. Rooms were well appointed and comfortable.
Beautiful windows.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

david

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Love hotel

Very nice and very clean and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Sean

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Food was good
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

6/10 Okay

John

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
A bit disjointed , restaurant was a cafe but you ordered from table . In the morning we were directed to cafe for breakfast, which was for nonresidents. When we eventually overheard somebody saying residents breakfast was in another part of hotel. The breakfast was very good and staff were great.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alistair

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent Family-Run Hotel

fantastic family run hotel with a very personal welcome and approach to their guests. Great buzz in the hotel bar with locals and visitors adding to the atmosphere. Delicious Guiness on tap. The hotel is well known for its food and once again it didn't disappoint. I always enjoy staying here when i am in the area on business
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Trisha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Good

Good basic hotel, staff are very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Amenities
Wonderful warm welcome and the staff was amazing! Recommend it highly.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Francis Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Headfort is an old established hotel in the centre of historic Kells. It’s very comfortable with really pleasant helpful staff. The food is excellent. I shall return and use it as a base for trips to Meath. Very much recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A good work trip, staying in Kells again. Lovely hotel with a great buzz. Can't believe how busy it is ! Had an unfortunate experience without any heating in my room, but the staff brought up a portable radiator for me. One of those things tbh. Breakfast next door is great - make sure you book that for sure. Oh, and the Ceaser Salad with King Prawns is magnificent.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay at Headfort Arms Hotel

Great location in centre of Kells with convenient secure parking to the rear of the hotel. Genuinely friendly and helpful staff on the front desk. Our rooms were spacious and comfortable in the newer rear block of the hotel. Our only small gripe was that the hallways and the rooms were far too hot for our liking! At least we could easily adjust the temperature in our room. Although we did not have time to experience lunch or dinner it appears to be popular with locals as the restaurant and bar were busy when we passed through. If we were in the area again we would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room lovely, Staff Outstanding!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel in town great staff .food and well priced
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bradley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly quiet hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Brilliant Halloween trip can’t fault 1 thing would recommend
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bernard

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful Hotel - Rooms, Food and Service
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annabella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommended, great location, easy to enjoy the sights and hotel amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022