The Station House Hotel

We had a wonderful experience at The Station House recently. This restaurant is superb. We arrived on a cold winter evening to a welcoming fire, and the experience only improved from there. This is your traditional high-end restaurant, with immaculate table linen, antique salt and pepper shakers, and beautiful silverware. The food is the the star of the show - and that is saying a lot given the standard of this restaurant - cooked to perfection and piping hot when served, which seems to be a dying trend in restaurants of late. The food was served promptly, and the staff could not have been more welcoming or friendly. Thank you to all involved, both front of house and behind the scenes; it is not easy to establish a venue of this standard, but you struck the perfect cord with The Station House.

My husband and I got married here last year and returned for our anniversary. We are totally smitten by the Station House! This visit was for the Boyne Valley wine and dine experience, a 7 course taster menu with accompanying wines and an overnight stay. The food was amazing, the staff were warm, friendly and very knowledgable about the wines and food. Our room was warm and cosy and the grounds were magical, fairylights in the trees. Beautiful visit as always.

Restaurant review: I was treated by my husband to a meal here to mark my birthday. Neither of us had had dinner here before though I had visited with friends. For starters, I ordered the Pork Belly at €15.95 which whilst tasty, I could have managed twice the amount. I felt like my husband picked the better and more substantial of the two starters: Scallops with Black Pudding €16.95. He gifted me a taste: it was excellent and cooked perfectly. For mains, I opted for the Goatsbridge Trout at €29: very tasty and I thoroughly enjoyed. My husband selected the Rack of Lamb at €38 which he savoured and devoured. Or desserts, I chose Black Forest Gateau and my husband chose the Chocolate Fondant, both at €8.50 each. I guess I am a traditionalist when it comes to Black Forest Gateau and hence was disappointed when a deconstructed version arrived although it had all the expected flavours. My husband definitely picked the right dessert and was very happy with his meal and choices. We chose a bottle of red priced in the €30s but wines were noted to extend in price from this to €500. Staff were friendly though a special mention to the German-Irish waitress who engaged with us a little more. This was a blow-out meal for us to mark the occasion and also that we don't get out that often as a couple. We enjoyed it but I would recommend the scallops, trout/lamb and chocolate fondant out of our picks.

Went for a friend's wedding. Beautiful place in a beautiful location. Surprisingly easy to get to from Dublin using public transport. Super helpful and friendly staff. Food at the wedding was fantastic! Breakfast was excellent! Both the full Irish and the pancakes with bacon. Beds were comfy and the rooms were of a good size. Very quiet.

We thoroughly enjoyed the Boyne Valley wine and dine experience last Friday evening. This was the third time we have attended this event and everything just gets better and better.|The hotel was totally trimmed up for Christmas, and all the rooms and gardens looked truly magical. |We stayed in the Signal box suite this time instead of the Station Master's suite and found the room very cosy albeit a bit quirky!|The menu, food and service at dinner were first class as usual and the accompanying wines were very well chosen and served by the Sommelier, despite the fact that he was rushed off his feet - poor guy. Breakfast was excellent. |Special thanks to Gordon - the head chef, but we must thank ALL the staff who are always very courteous, warm and friendly and work in great harmony with one another.|We'll be back soon!

Had a very disappointing dinner. The place charges a high price for its food which ultimately fell far short of expectations. I found it to be pretentious, out of season, bland and poorly executed. The venue also refuses to take evening bookings for tables with children which is very off putting. Interaction with staff was not pleasant whose default setting seems to be that the customer is always wrong and needs to be scolded. Not good.

We recently celebrated a pre wedding celebration for my sister’s family at The Station House Kilmessan, and the experience was nothing short of exceptional. From the outset, the professionalism and meticulous attention to detail shown by the reservations team—Carmel, Ciara, and Suzanne—was outstanding. Their proactive follow-ups, thoughtful reservation of a disability-friendly room for my visually impaired mother, and seamless coordination with multiple guests on room bookings and attendance perfectly set the tone for the visit. Having organised an afternoon tea for 22 guests, I can attest to the unparalleled level of detail and service The Station House delivers. Returning here after over a decade—previously with my grandmother—felt special, as the hotel provided the perfect setting to create new, treasured family memories. The afternoon tea was exquisitely presented, with tables arranged to foster warmth and intimacy amidst a charming ambiance. Michele’s expert oversight ensured all dietary requirements, allergies, and beverage selections were catered for with flawless precision—underscoring the impeccable service throughout. Darren and Sasha, stationed behind the bar, were incredibly attentive, managing outdoor terrace seating with care—providing blankets, lighting, heating, and ensuring timely delivery of food and cake. The thoughtfully reserved evening dining tables in the bar were warmly received, with guests lauding both the exceptional quality of food and the cozy atmosphere. The bedrooms, truly boutique in nature, offered an exquisite stay. Tastefully decorated, each room featured luxe details such as turndown service, a weather forecast for the following day, chocolates, and sleeping sprays. The ultra-comfortable beds with premium linens exemplify The Station House’s standing as a prestige property rivaling top continental boutique resorts. The Station House Hotel’s recent inclusion in Ireland’s prestigious Blue Book proudly reflects its status among the country’s finest hospitality venues—renowned for historic charm, luxurious comfort, and exceptional, heartfelt service. It blends the intimacy and warmth of a family-run establishment with the highest standards of boutique luxury, making every stay memorable and effortlessly elegant. No ask was too much for the team; their warmth, professionalism, and flawless hospitality made this occasion truly resplendent. The Station House delivers an experience that is as personalized as it is distinguished, clearly affirming its place as a jewel in Ireland’s boutique hotel landscape.

Didn't stay so only commenting on the restaurant. Free parking, ample and short distance to the venue. The venue itself has a tiny bar with friendly bar staff but it's slightly too small for the venue and number of customers. some seating in this area. We sat in the small room at the end of the restaurant for a post christening lunch. The food was excellent throughout and the service attentive and friendly. Easily accessible with a pram. The gardens are gorgeous!

A 3 star from me i kno this place is what u call a hidden little gem and it really is. Hidden in meath on outskirts of trim the entrance was a hidden turn down what looked like bandy old road. Greeted by very friendly staff and an ackolade of awards plastered on the outside of the building. When i got to the room i was very suprised at how small they where which was the only let down really they where very comfy beds nice and cool room and old school door locks big old keys. This place is probably older than i am. No signal at all on any network luckily 70 meg free wifi made up for it. A very old rustic feel to the place. Drink a slight bit pricey but the food is out of the world good. Had a ceasar salad and a coffee and ceasar was amazingly fresh. Coffee was smooth rich and delightful. Room wasnt ready when we arrived so got complimantary drinks from them. The waiters and waitresses would remind u of a 5 star hotel so great. Owners where also floating around making sure everything was ok. The gardens are amazing which is where the wedding i was here to attend was being held. All the rooms in the place where rented to everyone in the wedding all booked out to it seems . The price of 55 euro a night wasnt bad really considering the breakfast was on par with the best of them. As ul see from pics it truly was a belly buster brekkie. And its a place il recommend and come back to for dinner id say really nice place to have dinner and some drinks .

On 30th April, I was invited to attend a wedding. The reception took place in The Station House Hotel and we decided to stay over as well, to fully enjoy the party! 1* For the place : An hour outside of Dublin, it is fairly easy to find. It is not very modern and looks very Irish to me, which gives the place character. The hotel is actually divided into 3 areas. The main building serves as the reception area, the bar, and the restaurant as well. Another building hold the wedding dinner and, when the tables were pushed, the room turned into a dance floor. Finally, a five minute walk took us to a residential area. Two houses were allocated for the hotel and were split into several en-suite rooms for guests. Minus 1* For the layout : I am so glad it wasn't raining that day otherwise it would have been a disaster! Also, the bedroom's wall were very thin. Not that I heard anything happening next door, but you could hear your neighbor showering and talking. I suppose it was just for a night but, in fairness, 80 euros for that kind of room, I was expecting a better standard. 1* For the food : You know how the food can be a bit average at wedding. Well I was definitely surprised to find out the quality of the food was actually really tasty! Also, the next morning breakfast was served with the usual : Irish breakfast, croissants/pains au chocolat/pains au raisin. fruit, cereals, and orange juice/tea/coffee. Everything was amazing! 1* For the staff : From the moment we checked in, I was delighted to be and feel welcome. It seemed genuine as opposed to rehearsed and it felt great! 1 For the overall experience : The wedding went really well and was brilliantly organized. From the feedback I have heard around me, everybody had a great time. I recommend this place to organize a special event. If you want to go there as a retreat with your loved on, I would not recommend the soundproof-less room. Although the best was really comfortable! I hope you enjoyed my review. Please let me know if you have any questions and I will get back to you asap! :)

I cannot say a bad word about this place. It is absolutely stunning. I have been here for a wedding previously and loved it. The environment is gorgeous, staff are incredible and the good was great. About a year ago I took my boyfriend here to check out a potential wedding spot for the future and he got down on one knee in the exact spot we were to be married in! Very romantic, such beautiful grounds! One year on and I'm back to book the wedding of my dreams here. Sarah, our wedding coordinator is brilliant! She's super lovely and really listened to what we both really want from our day. I then decided to try the lunch menu which was amazing value at 22e for a three course. Starters: get the stationhouse smokies!! To die for. The main course was good, but didn't blow me away. I had beef stroganoff for the first time. Really flavourful and a huge portion. The rest of my party went for Turkey breast and a steak. Happy all round. Unfortunately the dessert let them down. I had a double chocolate mousse. I guess I was spoilt at The Farm, but it didn't cut it. The apple pie was a safer bet. Brilliant value, brilliant staff, beautiful location. Not to be missed.

Pseudo-posh with pretentious pricing. Whether it is for weddings or for a family meal, I've yet to be impressed here. First, the place is too bloody small for what they try to accomplish. The venue for weddings is too small, giving you a dance floor the size of a cattle stall. Sure, it's probably nice for photos, but as a guest - not so much. The bar itself, for the wedding venue, is in the back. But the way they jam in the tables and squeeze in the dance floor - it's miserable fighting your way through to get a drink. I think it's quite over-rated as a wedding venue and I know it's not cheap. For instance, even in these troubled times where hotels are going into receivership, they don't fight for your business. They still charge for renting seat covers, they are not flexible with their meal prices, and they give in very little with their wedding package. I'm boggled that people still choose this as a venue, considering the other options nearby. Second, the food is rubbish. It's absolute rubbish, yet quite dear in price considering what you are going to get is a notch below the worst carvery you ever had. Third, the seating is terrible. The place is small, the tables are equally small. We had booked a reservation for 8 + 3 children. What did we get? A round table that barely could fit 6, and they squished us in. Why didn't they set up their rectangular tables next to each other? They weren't being used. The place was half empty. Yet, we got to be shoulder to shoulder as if we were fighting the front line. I was unfortunate enough to be left out of a family decision as to where to celebrate with a dinner. For reasons absolutely lost on me, they picked Station House. Sure, they may as well of picked Trim Castle - it would of been closer and we would of been equally disappointed, but at least of saved a bit on petrol costs. There was a dinner special for 3 courses for 20 Euro. My starter had a pre-packaged taste to it. It was smoked salmon, something I normally enjoy, but it was strangely warm and was served with no contrasting flavours. Considering they charged an extra premium for this starter, I was expecting something a bit more than just a couple slices of smoked salmon. I was underwhelmed. My main was dreadful. A roast beef main, which also had an extra premium attached to it. In fact, why do places do this? Offer a 3 course set meal, with 3 or 4 options to choose from, with half of them involving an extra tariff? That is tacky and annoying. The guest of honour and myself had the same main. It had a Yorkshire pudding, which was burnt. Gordon wouldn't of been impressed. The meat was rough and fatty. The mashed spuds were fine. I guess that was the best part of this meal...the spuds. Then comes the dessert. A bloody medley. I hate it when places cop out and give you a medley, as if you're suppose to be happy with that. A tiny piece of several things. This medley was two things of cheesecake (which I hate), 1 bit of mint ice cream (which I liked), and 1 pathetic attempt at a tiny piece of pavlova (which I normally like). So what you are left with is 4 very tiny (and I do mean tiny) squares of an assorted dessert. Half of which I never would of ordered. I do not like cheesecake. I absolutely hate it. Sure, you could trade it with family members who like it - "Oi, I'll give you my cheesecake for your icecream" - how bloody tacky. Why put anyone in this situation? Why couldn't there be options on dessert like there are with the starter and the main? The answer to this, and all the other questions raised above, is simply that the Station House is a terrible place to visit. There are much better selections in Meath, such as the Castle Arch (The Wellie), where the food is miles better, atmosphere much nicer, and price much more reasonable.

Lovely lovely lovely little place & the perfect wedding venue. I went there for our friends wedding and they could not have picked a nicer place. The wedding took place on the 28th of Dec & the whole area was lovely decorated and oozed with xmas spirit - xmas trees & blue lights brightening up the outside gave the right first impression which was only topped by the mulled wine served at reception (next to tea & coffee, sambos & butter & jam scones). The dinner area was a decent sized room, carefully decorated - with the nice touch of xmas crackers on each plate. The 4 course dinner was yummy - delicious soup, yummy fish and a selection of desserts to die for to just name some of the available choices. The hotel rooms were a nice size too with good size comfy beds and quiet enough despite most of them being above the function room. My friends, the wedding couple, stayed in the Signal suit - the original Signal box converted to a two-roomed suite with four-poster bed and whirlpool bath. I had a sneak peak and loved the cosy rooms. The staff had even decorated the bed with rose battles. Talking later on to my friends they said, despite the fact that this venue had a wedding nearly each day they staff was brilliant and treated them like it was the first wedding there - they felt absolutely special and had the most amazing day.

Setting is lovely but unfortunately the plus points endcat the exterior. the food and decor inside brings me back to the 80's. Food is Carvery style.. tasteless, over cooked and sitting around the kitchen a while. Sides of veg and spuds clearly frozen mixed veg - totally tasteless, no seasoning, butter, herbs let alone anything more current. Lamb shank rubbery it was so overdone. I could go on but just generally bad bad food. Service and welcome also severely lacking.

Old school hospitality set 5 course dinners is great value, the service is second to none. Have been there in the summer and dinning room can get really stuffy. Really worth a visit.Get the fish smokeys as the starter they are great.