Ballyfin Demesne

Ballyfin Demesne, a luxury hotel on a historic estate in County Laois

Ballyfin Demesne is a luxury hotel set on a family-owned estate in County Laois, Ireland, just over an hour's drive from Dublin and at the foot of the Slieve Bloom Mountains. The property presents itself as a 3-Michelin-key hotel with a Michelin-starred restaurant, spa, wedding space and exclusive suites.

Accommodation: 21 restored rooms and suites

The hotel has 21 private rooms and suites, restored to reflect different chapters in the building's history. Features mentioned include 17th-century Flemish tapestries, Chinese panels owned by the Prince of Hanover and large marble baths. The offering includes rooms, junior suites, suites and the Gardeners Cottage. The estate can be booked in its entirety for private use.

Michelin-starred restaurant and dining spaces

The hotel's restaurant holds one Michelin star and serves dinner with white tablecloths and French chandeliers. The kitchen prepares dishes with seasonal produce, usually picked the same day from its own kitchen gardens and orchards. The complex also has The Conservatory, for relaxed lunches, The Cellar Bar and a wine cellar.

Wellness and experiences

The hotel offers a spa and a variety of experiences and activities, including boating, carriage rides, falconry and clay pigeon shooting. The programme includes experiences such as The Ballyfin Demesne Experience, A Taste of Ballyfin, Summer Indulgence Experience, Autumn Elegance at Ballyfin, The Wellness Retreat and festive experiences, as well as estate activities, house activities and curated activities.

Events and celebrations

Ballyfin Demesne presents itself as a venue for weddings and events, with a dedicated event enquiries service. The estate can also be hired in its entirety for private use.

Accolades

The property appears in Michelin 2026 and Michelin 2025, and is associated with Relais & Châteaux, Ireland Blue Book, Historic Houses of Ireland, Good Food Ireland and Wine Spectator.

Location and contact

Ballyfin, County Laois, R32 X5X8, Ireland · Email: reservations@ballyfin.com