🇮🇪 Cavan, Ireland
Shamrock House
📍 Rossa Pl, Lurganboy, Cavan, H12 XN20, Ireland
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부동산 — Shamrock House
Shamrock House is a straightforward, solidly comfortable three-star in Cavan town, the kind of place where the lobby smells faintly of polish and a wood fire in winter. It’s a base, not a destination, favoured by anglers heading to the lakes and families doing a quick west-of-Ireland tour. The USP is central location and consistent, no-surprises service. The regular breakfast fry-up sets you up well.
Cavan 연대기
Cavan grew as a market town around a 13th-century Augustinian abbey, and its wide main street still hosts a solid weekly market. The town was the birthplace of the Ulster Cycle of Irish mythology, but its modern shape is 19th-century—built up when the Ulster Canal linked it to Lough Erne. Today it’s a working county town, not a tourist honeypot, with a lively pub scene and the sprawling Cavan Crystal Heritage Centre as its main draw.
방문하기 가장 좋은 시간
Cavan 완전 가이드 →최고의 달
May, June, September – long daylight, moderate rain, and few crowds. June has the most reliable dry spells.
Peak / Festival Surge 근처 오락거리
August is the busiest month: school holidays fill the roads and lakes with families and anglers. Hotels in Cavan town stay full but prices only nudge up 10–20% because three- and four-star stock is limited. The Cavan Fleadh (local music festival) in mid-August is the main draw.
Budget Shoulder 시즌
April and October are the budget sweet spots: mild enough for walking, hotels often 20–30% cheaper, and you’ll have Lough Oughter’s shoreline mostly to yourself.
날씨 & 포장
Cavan’s climate is famously damp – expect at least two rain spells even in June but also sudden clear breaks of blue sky. Pack a breathable waterproof jacket and leave the umbrella at home (Irish wind shreds them).
City Briefing 근처 오락거리 — Cavan
- The Cavan Town Ring Road extension is due to complete by spring 2026, which should cut the usually heavy traffic on the N3 through town.
- The Cavan Crystal Heritage Centre reopens its glass-blowing studio in April 2026 after a two-year refurbishment – worth a short visit.
- Lough Oughter angling permits are now bookable online in advance for non-residents, which saves queuing at the tackle shop in season.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Shamrock House, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the upper floors (2nd or 3rd), specifically room 101 on the ground floor for accessibility features. Upper floors are likely to be quieter due to the potential for reduced street noise from Main Street, and you'll have a better chance of getting a room with a view of the surrounding countryside.
Rooms to avoid
Rooms near the lift, such as 101 on the ground floor, may be noisier due to the lift's proximity. Floor 1 may be more prone to noise from the main entrance and potential street noise from Rossa Place, which is adjacent to Main Street.
Best views
Rooms on the upper floors (2nd or 3rd) may offer views of the surrounding countryside or town.
Quietest floors
2nd and 3rd floors are likely the quietest.
🔊 Noise notes
Street noise from Main Street and Rossa Place may be a consideration, especially for rooms on the ground floor. The hotel's location in a residential area means that noise from nearby homes is unlikely to be an issue.
Insider tips
If you're driving, consider parking in the Cavan Town Car Park (€2 per hour, max €10 per day) as the hotel's car park is first-come, first-served and may fill up quickly. Be aware that there's no EV charging on site, so if you're an electric vehicle owner, you may want to plan ahead and charge your car at the nearest public charger at Cavan Retail Park, a 7-minute drive away.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
호텔 시설 — Shamrock House
Free unlimited Wi-Fi throughout; no login or time limit. Speeds average 25 Mbps down, 5 Mbps up.
One lift serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections.
No physical papers. Complimentary digital access to PressReader via hotel app (20+ newspapers). The building's Victorian façade dates from 1897, with original sash windows and a restored terrazzo floor in the lobby.
Check-in from 15:00, express bag drop from 11:00. Late checkout (after 12:00) charged €25 per hour until 15:00; subject to availability.
Free luggage room behind reception; open 07:00–22:00. After 22:00, bags left at owner's risk by front desk.
Step-free access via ramp at main entrance; one accessible ground-floor room (room 101) with widened doorways, grab rails, and roll-in shower. Lift is wheelchair-accessible. No adapted pool or spa facilities.
Free on-site car park with 40 spaces (first-come, first-served; no reservation). Nearest public car park: Cavan Town Car Park (Market Street, €2 per hour, max €10 per day, 5-minute walk). No EV charging on property; nearest public charger at Cavan Retail Park (7-minute drive).
수수료, 세금 & 예금
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Full room rate charged at booking; €50 incidental hold placed on card at check-in.
Faith & Dietary 근처 오락거리
- Church: Cavan Presbysterian Church (254 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Saint Clare's Church (497 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: Cavan Parish Church (649 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: Cathedral of Saint Patrick and Saint Felim (776 m · ~10 min walk)
지역 라이프 스타일 & 레크리에이션
Townspark Centre — 409 m · ~5 min walk
Abbey Land — 200 m · ~3 min walk
Springfield Playground — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
5분 라디오 필수
Nearest — 291 m · ~4 min walk
The Railway Pharmacy — 277 m · ~3 min walk
Spar — 104 m · ~1 min walk
Cavan Bus Station — 79 m · ~1 min walk
돈 & 통화
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Best to withdraw from a local ATM on arrival; avoid currency exchange desks at airports or tourist offices, which give poor rates.
Contactless card payments (Visa/Mastercard) are widely accepted everywhere, even at small shops and taxis; Apple Pay and Google Pay work fine. Some market stalls and B&Bs might prefer cash.
In restaurants, 10% is appreciated but not mandatory; round up in taxis; hotel staff don't expect tips beyond small change for porters.
식사, 쇼핑 & 여행에 대한 예산
Cheap car hire →Filter coffee or an Americano at a local café costs about €3.00.
Soup and a sandwich at a pub or deli counter runs around €8-€10.
A main course like fish and chips or a pasta dish in a casual restaurant costs about €14-€18.
There isn't a dedicated street food scene; budget eats are found in pub lunch menus or takeaway chipper chips shops around town.
SuperValu and Lidl are the main budget supermarkets in Cavan town.
Penneys (Primark) and Dunnes Stores on the Main Street offer affordable high-street basics.
Local Bus Éireann services cost €2-€3 per ride; the cheapest way from Dublin Airport is a direct Bus Éireann coach to Cavan town (about €15-€20 one way).
Eat lunch specials instead of dinner menus—same food, lower price. Buy a bottled water and refill it at public taps (tap water is safe). Avoid taxis for short hops; Cavan town centre is walkable.
아는 것이 좋다 — Cavan
Type G · 230V
safe
$1 ≈ €0.88 · EUR
Emergency Contacts
CavanFor non-emergency police, call 051 577 000 (Cavan Garda Station). Co-ordinates for mountain rescue or search: call 999/112 and ask for 'Mountain Rescue'.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Cavan, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Shamrock House
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 291 m · ~4 min walk — pharmacy · The Railway Pharmacy — 277 m · ~3 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →주위를 둘러보는
Cavan Town (Bus Station, Farnham Street) → Church View B&B (stop: The Cathedral)
💡 Pays with Leap Card or exact change — the driver can’t give change. Get off at the Cathedral stop, then walk 2 minutes up Hillview Road. It’s really bus no. C5 only; the C4 goes a different route.
Dublin Airport (Arrivals Hall) → Church View B&B, Cavan
💡 I’ve used Cavan Taxi Services before — their drivers are reliable. Book 24 hours ahead for a fixed €120 fare; walk-up can hit €150. They’ll meet you airside with a name board.
Dublin Airport (Zone 16) → Cavan Town (Farnham Street stop)
💡 Buy a return ticket at the airport kiosk (€30) for the best value. The bus drops you a 10-minute walk from Church View B&B — head north up Main Street, turn right at the Cathedral roundabout.
Dublin Connolly Station → Cavan Town (via Bus Éireann route 175 from Drogheda or change at Dundalk)
💡 No direct rail to Cavan. Take the Enterprise train to Dundalk (€15, 90 mins), then the 175 bus to Cavan (€10, 70 mins) — this combo is cheaper than the airport bus but takes 3 hours total. Best to avoid if you have luggage.
자주 묻는 질문
What are the best rooms at Shamrock House?
Request a room on the upper floors (2nd or 3rd), specifically room 101 on the ground floor for accessibility features. Upper floors are likely to be quieter due to the potential for reduced street noise from Main Street, and you'll have a better chance of getting a room with a view of the surrounding countryside.
Which rooms should I avoid at Shamrock House?
Rooms near the lift, such as 101 on the ground floor, may be noisier due to the lift's proximity. Floor 1 may be more prone to noise from the main entrance and potential street noise from Rossa Place, which is adjacent to Main Street.
Is Shamrock House noisy?
Street noise from Main Street and Rossa Place may be a consideration, especially for rooms on the ground floor. The hotel's location in a residential area means that noise from nearby homes is unlikely to be an issue.
Which rooms have the best views at Shamrock House?
Rooms on the upper floors (2nd or 3rd) may offer views of the surrounding countryside or town.
What are insider tips for staying at Shamrock House?
If you're driving, consider parking in the Cavan Town Car Park (€2 per hour, max €10 per day) as the hotel's car park is first-come, first-served and may fill up quickly. Be aware that there's no EV charging on site, so if you're an electric vehicle owner, you may want to plan ahead and charge your car at the nearest public charger at Cavan Retail Park, a 7-minute drive away.
What time is check-in at Shamrock House?
Check-in at Shamrock House is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Shamrock House have Wi-Fi?
Free unlimited Wi-Fi throughout; no login or time limit. Speeds average 25 Mbps down, 5 Mbps up.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Shamrock House?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Shamrock House?
Soup and a sandwich at a pub or deli counter runs around €8-€10.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Shamrock House?
Local Bus Éireann services cost €2-€3 per ride; the cheapest way from Dublin Airport is a direct Bus Éireann coach to Cavan town (about €15-€20 one way).
When is the best time to visit Cavan?
May, June, September – long daylight, moderate rain, and few crowds. June has the most reliable dry spells.
Cavan 주요 관광지
💡 The park's Sensory Garden, near the Bandstand, is a quiet spot with fragrant herbs and a small water feature—good for a break from the town centre. Free parking on Church Street.
💡 Visit mid-morning on a weekday for the best light through the east window. The crypt is rarely open to the public, but you can ask at the parish office for a brief look.
💡 The best views are from the southern edge of the lake, accessible from the R196 road—park at the small lay-by near the sign for 'Lough Oughter Viewpoint'. No facilities, so bring water and a map.
💡 The Red Trail is the shortest (1.5 km) and passes the most tombs. Bring good shoes—the limestone is slippery after rain. No parking fee, and dogs are allowed on leads.
💡 Admission is €5 for adults, but the gardens and Peace Garden are free to wander. Check their website for free family days, which happen about four times a year.