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Welcome to Scholars Townhouse Hotel

This award winning hotel just 30 minutes from Dublin or 20 minutes from Dublin Airport (via the nearby M1 motorway) has been described as ‘an oasis of relaxation’ in the heart of the vibrant town of Drogheda. Local tourist attractions vary from an array of links golf courses to famous historic sites such as Newgrange, the Hill of Tara, Slane Castle and the famous Battle of the Boyne site.

Scholars Townhouse has gone from strength to strength and has won best public house / restaurant 2008 in the Drogheda Beauty on The Boyne Awards, Best new Business 2008/2009 in the Chamber of Commerce Business Excellence Awards. Paulo Tullio , Georgina Campbell and The Michelin Guide also recommend Scholars for both 2008 and 2009.

The building itself, originally designed as a residence for the Christian Brothers in 1862 is a listed building whose architects; George Ashlin and Edward W. Pugin (son of Augustus W.N. Pugin, who designed the houses of Parliament in England) are noted for designing many of Ireland's Roman Catholic Churches and Cathedrals

The McGowan family (Martin, Patricia, Mark & Glenn) who own and manage the hotel have fully modernised the building and created the rich, classic and comfortable interior which you experience today. Both the family and staff are proud to give each and every visitor a homely and friendly yet professional service in what has become known locally as Drogheda’s Premier Hotel and Restaurant.

Walk in for breakfast 7am to 10.30am.
Try the bar lunch (a cut above the ordinary) all afternoon.

Air Strip - Private Air Strip - click here for details

GPS Coordinates:    +53° 43' 4.08"    ,    -6° 20' 54.96"


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Free Wireless Internet throughout the building