Enniskeen Country House Hotel

I have been in many times over the years for Pints of Heineken and the bar snacks and good price in the bar and dining room for all the courses. I must say it’s a good experience watching a good film and the beer is the best I’ve had. End of season usually but going to go more often this year when it’s open. Bar opens 11.30 am so it’s a good start to the day usually wine drinkers early but seems to be quiet which is good for business. The food is good and also a good selection of meats. It is filling chicken,lamb, pork duo and the dining room is grand but seems to be a hidden gem. Busy place in the morning, weekends are busy but it’s best to go during the week for business and it’s seems to be all about special occasions nowadays. A must visit for the traveller, business trippers and getaways. It’s beside Tollymore Forest Park and is on the Mourne Scenic Loop with outstanding views on the road to Hilltown and you can branch off at will. To go deeper in the outstanding Mourne Mountains.

This has to be one of the strangest dining experiences I've ever had. It is literally like walking into the 70's from the terrible decor to the strange atmosphere they have nailed it. I felt like a child again dining with my parents surrounded by white linen table clothes and staff that must have been there when it was first built. The food is undescribable beige bland vegetables boiled within an inch of there life's and meat that was drier than the Shara dessert. It was all very weird . They brought us the bill half way through our meal like we may run out at anytime. The staff are all in bizarre uniforms that look like faulty towers the whole experience was definitely different. I would not recommend such a shame as it could have potential especially situated where it is. The food is not cheap either for what they are serving.

The outside of this hotel is fabulous. A grand’ old house in appearance. The view from our room over the Mournes is spectacular. Sadly the rest of our experience leaves a lot to be desired. The fireplaces on the ground floor of the hotel have beautiful sandstone surrounds however they have cheap tacky electric fires installed which really ruin the character of the place. The dining room has lovely oak paneling on the walls but is ruined by the cheap polystyrene roof tiles on the ceiling. The food for dinner was poor. The roast lamb was grey on arrival. The braised beef was chewy. The vegetables were boiled dry unseasoned . A bit of butter would have gone a long way. Our room has a beautiful aspect with views over the mountains but there is a damp smell. The whole hotel is dated, damp and cold. The residents lounge feels like an old peoples home. In summary whilst this hotel is in a beautiful setting it is overpriced, understaffed and is in dire need of significant updating and investment. A few small changes would make an enormous difference. Like open turf / coal fires or even gas but a real flame at least. A new chef with a more exciting approach to food with flavor and texture. A rethink of the residents lounge. The TV is from the 1970s This place has so much potential but really needs a fresh eye to improve its standards. I do hope that this is helpful because this place could be fantastic but in todays competitive market I am not sure it can survive in its current state.

Another great stay at the Enniskeen hotel, my wife and I have stayed at this hotel quite a few times now and we love it, the staff are very friendly and welcoming,the hotel is clean tidy and very comfortable and the food is very good,set in beautiful surroundings with fantastic views what more could you want, I would highly recommend a stay at the Enniskeen hotel.

Location of hotel was excellent. Receptionist and staff were very helpful. Room was clean and tidy, bed comfortable. Views from the room were excellent. The only downside was the food was quite medíocre quality, we had an evening meal. Great walk down to the river and lovely grounds. The hotel could do with being updated slightly. A Very good breakfast. Overall the hotel was clean and situated on lovely garden with excellent views. Staff pleasant and very helpful.