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About the Hotel

Townsend Street, Birr, Ireland
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Next to Birr Castle
Great
8.8
/10
4.1
4.6
/5

Located just 5 minutes' stroll from the 17th century Birr Castle, the 3-star Townsend House Guest House Birr provides guests with a 24-hour front desk and wake-up calls. Featuring luggage storage and a restaurant, this Birr guest house is not far from the Irish Game and Country Fair.

Location

The centre of Birr can be reached within a 5-minute walk. The Science Centre at Birr Castle is only 250 metres from the Townsend House, which is also situated only 300 metres from the Cumberland Column.

The hotel is located 110 km from Shannon airport and just around the corner from Emmet Square bus stop.

Rooms

Furnished with sound-proofed windows, all rooms are equipped with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a radio, along with tea/coffee making equipment. An iron and ironing board are featured for guests' comfort. Offering a separate toilet and a shower, the bathrooms are also fitted with hair dryers and a shower cap.

Eat & Drink

You may walk 5 minutes to Townsend House or eat by Georgia Smokehouse Bar-B-Q, located nearly a 5-minute stroll away.

Leisure & Business

There is a shared lounge and a golf course for your leisure time. Active guests will be interested in horse riding tours arranged by the Townsend House Birr.

Must-do experiences

  • Stroll through the beautiful Birr Castle Demesne gardens.
  • Indulge in a traditional Irish breakfast at The Tea Rooms.
  • Visit the Science Centre at Birr Castle for a historical journey.
  • Explore the vibrant Birr Farmers Market every Saturday morning.
  • Take a guided tour of the Georgian architecture on Main Street.
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Townsend House Guest House offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Deluxe Double Room
2 persons
270 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
Family Room
2 persons
435 sq. feet 
2 King Size Beds
Shower
Heating
Single Room
2 persons
220 sq. feet 
1 Single bed
Shower
Heating
Twin Room
2 persons
325 sq. feet 
2 Double beds
Shower
Heating
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Facilities

Townsend House Guest House offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Facilities: Perfect
9.0/10Review score

General

  • Non-smoking property
  • Free internet access
  • 24-hour reception

Sports & Fitness

  • Tennis court

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle
  • Dryer

Services

  • Room service
  • Car hire
  • Laundry

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Outdoor dining area

Children

  • Cots

Room features

  • Free Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Sitting area
  • Dressing area
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle
  • Dryer

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Townsend House Guest House Location

Townsend Street, Birr, Ireland
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Townsend Street, Birr, Ireland
Nearby
Castle
Birr Castle
800 ft
Birr Castle Rosse Row Rosse Row
Birr Castle Gardens
800 ft
William Street
Science Centre at Birr Castle
800 ft
6 O'Connell Street Townparks
Cumberland Column
800 ft
Restaurants
Townsend House
100 ft
Townsend House Townsend Street
Jade Palace Oriental Restaurant
300 ft
Leamore Apartments Townsend Street
Georgia Smokehouse Bar-B-Q
500 ft
Emmet Street
Kellys Bar
1400 ft
Green Street
The Coachouse Bar
1200 ft
Dooly's Hotel Emmet Square
Romayo's Diner Birr
1400 ft
O'Connell Street
Courtyard Cafe at Birr Castle
2100 ft
William Street
Spinners
2200 ft
Spinners Townhouse Castle Street
Emma's Cafe
2000 ft
31 Main Street
Nutmeg bakery
1900 ft
Main Street Nutmeg
Getting around
City Centre
Birr4 min  ·  1000 ft
Airports
Shannon Airport (SNN)160 min  ·  65.9 mi
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 15:00-21:00
Check-out
from 08:00-12:00
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible on site for free.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in the hotel rooms for free.
Breakfast
The hotel Townsend House Guest House provides visitors with a free full breakfast. 
Children & extra beds
There are no extra beds provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Number of rooms:
12

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Townsend House Guest House from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 80 verified reviews
8.8/10
Great
95%
Recommend
Breakfast
9.0/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Comfort
9.3/10
Facilities
9.0/10
Free Wi-Fi
8.8/10
Location
9.2/10
Paid Wi-Fi
8.3/10
Staff
9.6/10
Value for money
8.8/10
Guest reviews
based on 306 reviews
8.8/10
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