The Malting's B&B

The Malting's B&B descritpion

Situated in the Georgian Town of Birr, The Malting’s B&B is a cosy, family-run property with free on-site parking and free Wi-Fi in public areas. Still maintaining many of its original features, this 19th century stone building was originally a malt store for Guinness.
Each of the spacious bedrooms at The Malting’s B&B feature a TV with satellite channels, a seating area, a work desk and a scenic river view. They also benefit from an en suite bathroom with complimentary toiletries, tea and coffee making facilities and a hairdryer.
In the dining room a hearty breakfast is served every morning.
From the bed and breakfast, Birr Castle is a short 5-minute walk away. Killeen Bog, a natural heritage area, is also just 11 minutes’ drive away. Birr Golf Club is a 9-minute journey by car.

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Facilities of The Malting's B&B

Outdoors ：BBQ Facilities | Sun Deck

Pets ：Pets are not allowed.

Activities ：Golf Course (within 2 miles)

Food & Drink ：Special Diet Meals (upon request)

Internet ：Free!WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge. | Free!WiFi is available in some hotel rooms and is free of charge.

Parking ：Free!Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).

General ：Family Rooms | Heating | All Spaces Non-Smoking (public and private)

Reviews for The Malting's B&B

Review 1：It rained. ;-)

Review 2：The owner was very hospitable and made us feel welcome from the moment we arrived. My vegan requirements were met without fuss. Nothing was too much trouble.

Review 3：Nothing

Review 4：The Maltings is a beautiful old building in a fabulous location, with a warm and welcoming host. We love sitting on the wide bedroom window seat and watching the river flow by. Always a relaxing stay in large, very comfortable fresh rooms. Breakfast is second to none and we love the delicious Irish porridge, rich Irish cream and honey.

Review 5：We liked everything. It was just what we wanted & great value. Lovely spacious rooms, bathrooms with bath tubs as well as showers, tea/coffee/water in rooms, delicious breakfast. We will stay there again.

Review 6：Great location with a river view, rooms very spacious, beds very comfortable. Shower was really powerful. Tea/Coffee facilities and a large bottle of water provided in the rooms (great idea), Breakfast top class. Cannot fault anything.

Review 7：Cosy place next to a river, right besides the castle. The rooms are spacious, with a bath. Breakfast is also very recommended. It came highly recommended by a colleague who stayed here earlier and did not disappoint.

Review 8：Start to Finish, Proprietor dropped us up to where we were going in the town. Room was super for a B&B. Breakfast was great. Credit to owners of B&B

Review 9：Lovely location, wonderful room, very clean and comfortable and the owner was very friendly and helpful. Couldn't imagine breakfast being any better, lovely food served very quickly and eaten with beautiful view over the river.

Review 10：My visit in the Maltings was perfect.

Review 11：A clean warm welcoming establishment in a perfect location with a river outside the bedroom and ancient trees on the far bank concealing Birr Castle.

Review 12：very attentive staff,did feel like I was important to them when I hd a special request they obliged with a smile and did all they could to satisft me.

Review 13：Unfortunately, we took the room that was directly under a group of roomsthat housed people who attended a wedding and made noise at 3am whenthey came in. It took them about an hour to settle down and go to bed.The hostess apologized for the noise and had thought she placed them farenough away.

Review 14：The hostess was warm and welcoming. She gave us a choice of rooms and wechose the smaller one for 3 people. The room was beautiful, comfortableand had a view of the river next to the B&B. She also lowered thecharge of the room since we chose the smaller one. This was pleasantlyunexpected. The breakfast was wonderful with several choices offered,not just the standard Irish breakfast. The breakfast room over-lookedthe river, which was swollen due to the rain. We were served breakfastearly since we had an appointment to tour Leap Castle. We got to seepictures of the Maltings as a hollow shell of a building before it wasrenovated into the B&B it is today. Very impressive! The MaltingsB&B is located next to Birr Castle.

Review 15：I loved the breakfast room with views of the river, it was so calming and relaxing to sit and eat breakfast watching the wildlife on the river. The breakfast was so nice and Maeves daughter was volunteered to drop us up to collect our car after breakfast! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would highly recommend this BnB, they went above the call of duty to ensure your satisfaction!!!!

Review 16：It would be difficult to find a complaint with the Maltings.My only concern was the shower in the bathtub. Climbing in and out could be a little worrying for the more elderly traveller.

Review 17：Not the cheapest B & B but definitely value for money.The location near the Castle and the town makes easy walking.Maeve Garry was a great hostess.Her breakfast is superb and she was eager to please with advice and directions.THe rooms are large,comfortable and clean, with a view of the river alongside the building.

Review 18：No power points to use in room. We had to unplug the lamp and ask for a power board to charge our phones, cameras etc.

Review 19：Excellent setting by the river, close to the castle.

Review 20：Bed was a little small but I am over 6ft

Review 21：The location was perfect, right beside Birr Castle and right on the rivers edge! We were greeted by the lovely hostess who offered us tea and coffee on arrival. The room was cosy and bathroom 100%. The view was beautiful and it was so tranquil by the river. The breakfast was delicious and the hostess was very friendly and really went the extra mile for us. Free wifi too was a bonus :)

Review 22：Interesting and attractive town, The Maltings is beautifully situated beside the river and the Castle, which we had come to visit, our hostess was charming and welcoming and everything was delightful.

Review 23：It was not a problem on a one night stay - but the WiFi signal was very poor in the end room - #4.

Review 24：We used the Maltings as a one night stop - for visit to Birr Castle the following morning. It was exactly what we needed - quiet location, close to castle (and close to an excellent restaurant that we used that evening). Parking was no problem. The breakfast was better than most hotels. Just loved having breakfast sitting right next to the river!

Review 25：Bathroom mirror a bit low for tall person.

Review 26：Very nicely renovated spacious accommodation, in beautiful quiet setting besides the castle grounds with lovely river view from the room and porch. Superb breakfast with lots of fresh fruit, fry, porridge and plenty other choice.

Review 27：We chose Birr only because it was on our way back to Dublin from the west. we were pleasantly surprised how nice the town was and the Maltings was a great place to stay.

Review 28：Excellent clean room, good size with super view over the river. Lovely hospitable welcome and well looked after. Good breakfast and right beside Birr Castle gardens and town.

Review 29：Proprietor welcomed us with coffee & home made scones, she went out of her way to ensure we had everything we needed. A very positive experience of Irish hospitality at its best.

Review 30：Can't complain at all about this property, it's a fantastic location and the facilities were excellent. The breakfast room is beautiful and the staff were lovely

Review 31：From the moment we arrived we were made to feel very welcome by the friendly hosts. The breakfast (by the river) was immense with a great spread of hot and cold options. Our room (also with river view) was full of character. Birr Castle and gardens are next door and worth a visit. Would definitely return if in the area again.

Review 32：We were cycling around Ireland with Cycle Against Suicide to create awareness of mental health issues. Our hosts very kindly drove us to our start of point on the morning of our departure.

Review 33：Breakfast in glass fronted room right next to river is glorious.Cup of tea on adjacent wooden verandah in morning sunshine with birds flitting about. Delicious breakfast--my scrambled eggs on brown toast was just like my Grandma's cooked by Maeve! And served on a hot plate.Good choice of jams and fresh fruit. Comfortable bed, very quiet location. Ask for room next to river.Plenty of parking.Good value for money.

Review 34：I never go out if my way to comment on accommodation, but this B&Bwas amazing! So beautiful! The owners are so helpful! They arranged acab to take us to Leap castle the next day (which was a Sunday, whenthey normally don't operate, and Mother's Day). Our room on theriver was beautiful! Next to Birr castle. And, in my opinion the bestdetail, the comforters on the bed smelled of fresh laundry. I would goback to Birr just to stay at this hotel!

Review 35：Having to leave.

Review 36：Loved the location, bedroom looked onto the river and early morning was a pleasure watching a kingfisher darting back and forth. Breakfast and dining room was lovely. Will be back for a longer stay.

Review 37：Birr is a bit torn up these days from roadworks and a little difficult to navigate. The Maltings is old world which we happen to find charming. Others may not agree.

Review 38：Maeve and Brendan were excellent, friendly, helpful hosts. I'd stay again anytime. The trout in the river and the kingfishers flashing up and down were a delightful bonus.

Review 39：Accommodation was comfortable, breakfast was generous and the location is lovely. Less than 5 mins walk to the castle and its surrounding gardens are definitely worth a visit. Nice little town.

Review 40：There was nothing I didn't like

Review 41：Fantastic guest house, cup of tea on arrival, very clean and comfortable rooms, all situated on the banks of the river. Excellent breakfast.

Review 42：Wonderful welcome with tea, cake & biscuits on arrival. Lovely selection for breakfast. Clean, tidy large rooms overlooking the river.River views.

Review 43：I can't think of anything. I didn't make it to breakfast, but that was my own fault!

Review 44：Maeve was super helpful. She made me coffee upon my arrival and gave me and 2 other guests a lift to our destination in town when we departed. She was the hostess with the mostest.

Review 45：There is nothing to dislike, this b&b is a gem!

Review 46：What a brilliant place to stay, warm welcome and great hospitality throughout our stay. Breakfast is plentiful and the rooms are spotless. We will definitely return!

Review 47：I missed having a lift, but the staff made up for it.

Review 48：The ladies running the Maltings were very friendly and when out of their way to ensure my comfort. They even carried my suitcase upstairs when they saw I was having difficulties. They ensured I could access the internet. Superb breakfast.

Review 49：No window in the bathroom - a pet hate.

Review 50：Very well located with spacious bedroom and excellent breakfast. Owner very welcoming and having breakfast right next to the river in the glass walled dining room was a lovely way to wake up! Birr is a lovely town and has some good places to eat.

Review 51：The building is beautifully restored and is situated beside the river. The views are just stunning while having your breakfast!!! Its only only 2 mins walk to the town centre. We received a warm welcome and tea and scones on arrival.

Review 52：Nothing to dislike

Review 53：Loved the large family room (no 5), which had plenty of space for us: 1 large bed and 2 single beds. Great choice for breakfast. Welcoming and friendly hostess. Good location within short walk of Birr Castle; thanks for the recommendation of "Spinners" for dinner.

Review 54：I loved the fact that the river flowed past the breakfast room and the bedrooms. The fresh fruit salad for breakfast was as good as at home and the cokwd breakfast was also very good. The staff were very friendly and helpful and 2 had a very enjpuable two day stay. An unexpected pleasure was seeing a pair of dippers on the riverbank and flying over the water both mornings, a real treat.

Review 55：The staff were very friendly and accommodating. The value for money is unbelievably good and the breakfast was fantastic, I have only positive things to say about the Maltings.

Review 56：Great location, very spacious room, layout great, lovely breakfast, friendly helpful staff but not intrusive.

Review 57：Great location. Lovely owner. Highly recommend

Review 58：Nice river view and good breakfast also with river view. Very close to town center and local sites.

Review 59：Friendly service, very clean, good healthy food served, nice location by the river.

Review 60：Clean beautiful room, smashing views of the river. Breakfast excellent

Review 61：Spotless room, comfy bed, lovely river running outside the bedroom window, delish brekkie.

Review 62：Lovely surroundings, very accommodating staff and great breakfast!

Review 63：Lovely property,very clean and modern rooms.Would recommend a stay at this location

Review 64：Great location! Friendly staff!

Review 65：Clean. Friendly, family-run business. Excellent breakfast with lots of choice

Review 66：All good

Review 67：Clean and room was private

Review 68：Energy about the place was just lovely and great value for money

Review 69：Everything was excellent. Would go back again.

Review 70：loved all.

Review 71：Spacious, well equipped rooms. Big comfy beds. Great breakfast selection. Sat by window and saw a kingfisher and an otter in river.

Review 72：room a little small

Review 73：hostess - owner, location with stream, quiet, easy walk to much and the best of town

Review 74：very clean, comfortable beds, and great location. Very nice owener.

Review 75：Very friendly and welcoming staff, Beautiful guest house

Review 76：riverside location

Review 77：Arrived late but wasn't a problem with staff. Great room. Great breakfast. Satisfied customer

Review 78：Clean, very quiet. Very comfortable beds. Gracious host!

Review 79：The initial welcome with scone, jam and coffee through to the end fabulous breakfast in a excellent setting overlooking the river to the rear.

Review 80：No elevator.

Review 81：Beautifully renovated building. Rooms were unique with a stunning view. Breakfast served in a room overlooking the river.

Review 82：staff, location next to stream

Review 83：Prompt attention to deal with any queries. Excellent breakfast

Review 84：Entrance door could do with a tidy up

Review 85：Clean

Review 86：Friendly atmosphere

Review 87：Fantastic location for sight seeing and an amazing restaurant right opposite. The host is lovely and her breakfast is excellent.

Review 88：Lovely bedroom. Fabulous breakfast. Good situation by the river. Lovely hostess

Review 89：The setting and the breakfast

Review 90：Setting and river views

Review 91：Really enjoyed stay. Very comfortable, great location, great breakfast and lovely host. Thank you.

Review 92：Rooms are somewhat outdated

Review 93：Clean hotel. Good breakfast and nice breakfast room right by the river

Review 94：Loved the location and food and bedroom was really comfortable

Review 95：breakfast was amazing, staff super friendly

Review 96：Nothing.

Review 97：Owner was delightful. Amazing location.

Review 98：Nothing. Excellent all round

Review 99：Excellent location Interesting building with lovely outlook onto river Close proximity to Castle with massive grounds

Review 100：Close to the town . Very peaceful and very clean