7.0 · Good97 reviews
- Check-in from 4:00 PMCheck-out by 11:00 AM. The front desk is staffed around the clock, so a late arrival is fine.
- Very good locationGuests rate the location 8.2 out of 10, at Emmet Square.
- Free parkingThe property states parking on site is free for guests.
Historic Coaching Inn with Modern Amenities
On-Site Coffee Shop and Nightclub Dating back to 1747, Dooly’s Hotel offers a unique blend of history and modern amenities. Enjoy freshly baked pastries and afternoon tea at the on-site coffee shop, and dance the night away at the hotel's own nightclub.
Award-Winning Restaurant and Elegant Rooms Indulge in a culinary journey at The Emmet Restaurant, known for its diverse menu featuring dishes like Barbary duck and pan-fried sea bass. Retreat to elegantly furnished rooms equipped with modern comforts like a TV, tea/coffee facilities, and free toiletries.
Convenient Location near Birr Castle Demesne Explore the 100 acres of parkland at Birr Castle Demesne, located close to the hotel, or stroll through boutique shops nearby. End your day at the cosy bar with a drink in hand. Book your stay at Dooly’s Hotel for a memorable experience.
What this place offers
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Parking
- Free Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24-hour front desk
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Heating
- Terrace
Rooms
7.0
Good
Rated 7.0 out of 10 by 97 guests who stayed here.
- Cleanliness6.6
- Service7.6
- Location8.2
- Rooms6.1
- Amenities6.6
- Value6.6
- Food & drink7.6
Guests mention
Great locationFriendly staffGood breakfast
peterUnited KingdomGreat staff and food, rooms still a refurb
The food is always lovely and the staff are attentive. Cannot fault them.
This is the second time we have stayed and disappointed that the rooms are still not refurbished considering the price. The bathroom door did not…
DavidIEJust like home
Have stayed before and it’s a home from home
ColinUnited KingdomIt was fine.
It was fine for an overnight stay.
Nothing.
Fiona HickeyIEBreakfast was very good.
Carpets in corridors could be upgraded.
DoralynIEA friendly welcome from the recèption
Nothing everything meet my expectation
TerenceUnited KingdomAll good thanks
It’s great big building
Although going through renovations
Nothing that I would complain about
Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated January 2026.
Where you’ll be
Emmet Square, Birr
Guests rate the location 8.2 out of 10 — very good.
Things to know
Cancellation
Each room shows its own terms before you pay.
Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.
Non-refundable rates are marked as such.
House rules
Check-in from 4:00 PM
Check-out by 11:00 AM
Children welcome
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No pets
Free parking on site
Non-smoking rooms available
Payment & property
Paid when you book, not at the desk.
Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.
The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.
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A deposit may be required at the property.
What we’d check for you here
- How many rooms they will hold at once, for how long, and on what terms.
- That the desk is staffed when you land, and that the room is held past cut-off.
- Whether there is room for a pickup, a trailer or a van, not just a car.
- Whether breakfast is in the rate or added at checkout, and what time it runs.
- Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
- What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.
Questions about Dooly's Hotel
What time is check-in and check-out at Dooly's Hotel?
Check-in is from 4:00 PM. Check-out is by 11:00 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.
Does Dooly's Hotel allow pets?
No — the property states that pets are not allowed.
Is there parking at Dooly's Hotel?
Yes — the property states that parking on site is free. Whether a space can be reserved in advance varies, so we check it against your dates.
Is breakfast included at Dooly's Hotel?
Breakfast is offered at the property. Whether it's included depends on the rate — the board type is shown on each room once you put your dates in.
Does Dooly's Hotel have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
Can I book a block of rooms at Dooly's Hotel?
The property lists meeting and banquet space, which usually means it handles group business — but how many rooms it will hold at once, for how long, and at what rate are set case by case and are not in any feed. Tell us the dates and the number of rooms and we'll get those terms from the property in writing before anything is charged.
Can I check in late at Dooly's Hotel?
The property lists a front desk staffed 24 hours, so a late arrival should be possible. Standard check-in is from 4:00 PM. Rooms are still released after a cut-off at some properties regardless of the desk hours, so tell us your arrival time and we'll have them hold it.
How do I book Dooly's Hotel?
Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.
Where is Dooly's Hotel?
Emmet Square, Birr.
Other places we book in Birr
Nothing to do with the booking above. The same market, priced the same way, for if this one is not it.
