The Shirley Arms Hotel
Review
Located in the pretty Co. Monaghan town of Carrickmacross, the Shirley Arms Hotel is very much the place to stay in town. This striking property is a clever marriage of heritage building and contemporary design and as you drive up to the front entrance, it immediately feels special. Believe me, that strong first impression is no accident, it reflects owners who clearly care about every detail of your stay. Inside, bedrooms are modern, fresh and supremely comfortable, with everything you need for a relaxing night after exploring Monaghan and the surrounding countryside. Best of all, a stay here won’t break the bank, offering boutique-hotel style without the pretentiousness and eye-watering price tag, making the Shirley Arms a smart, stylish choice for your next Irish escape.
FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Carrickmacross wears its pride well, and nowhere more so than at the Shirley Arms Hotel, the town’s culinary living room. I always follow the locals, and here they pack both the relaxed lounge bar and the smarter restaurant with equal enthusiasm. In the lounge, plates are generous, unpretentious and built on properly sourced local produce, the sort of comforting cooking that makes you linger over a second drink. Step into the restaurant and the mood shifts up a gear, with an à la carte menu that feels confident rather than fussy. Dishes are well-executed, portions honest, and the service team warm, friendly and intuitive. Even if you’re not staying overnight, this is exactly where you should be eating in Carrickmacross for lunch, dinner or supper.
- Top 100 Review
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Main Street
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Carrickmacross, Co. Monaghan
, A81 W677
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