Knightsbrook Hotel Spa and Golf Resort

Knightsbrook has 131 bedrooms including 12 suites, and the rooms are set up with golfers in mind: plenty of space, a comfy bed and the kind of facilities that make a two or three-night break easy. Expect en suite bathrooms, flat-screen TVs with satellite channels and broadband internet connection, plus a clean, contemporary feel that still suits a family-run Irish hotel. Many rooms have private balconies overlooking either the golf course or the surrounding Meath countryside, which are ideal for a quiet post-round drink when the weather behaves.

If you want more room to spread out, the suites add extra living space and larger bathrooms, with Jacuzzi baths in select options. They're a good shout for couples doing golf and spa or anyone celebrating a milestone trip who wants a bit more comfort after a long day on the course.

Food & Drink

Food-wise, you're well covered on site. Rococo Restaurant is the more refined option for a proper sit-down dinner, serving imaginative Irish and international dishes in a setting that suits a post-round celebration or a leisurely meal with the group. For something more relaxed, The Terrace Lounge offers lighter bites and views over the grounds, while Swifts Bar and Gulliver's Lounge give you the relaxed club-trip vibe: hearty plates, pints and a bit of craic after the scorecards are signed. The quality across all outlets is consistently high, with locally sourced ingredients and a genuine pride in what's being served.

Leisure Facilities

The River Spa is a real highlight of the resort, especially if you're squeezing in 36 holes or just want to switch off for an afternoon. The Asian Muscle Melting Back Therapy is the headline treatment and it's aimed right where golfers feel it most: back, shoulders and neck. It's become something of a favourite among returning guests, and for good reason. Beyond the treatment rooms, the spa includes a leisure club with a swimming pool and gym, perfect for loosening up before or after your round. Whether you're looking to recover from a tough day on the course, indulge in some pre-golf pampering or simply escape for a few hours, the facilities here are among the best you'll find at any Irish golf resort.

For golfers, the practical details matter. The resort is well set up for groups and societies, with flexible dining options, private function spaces and staff who understand the rhythm of a golf trip. I'm a sucker for a resort where you can finish 18 and be eating within 10 minutes, and Knightsbrook delivers on that front. The location also makes it easy to add rounds at nearby courses or venture into Dublin for links golf, all within comfortable driving distance depending on traffic and tee times.