Kells

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Kells Priory (in Irish : Prióireacht Cheanannais) is an Augustine priory in county Kilkenny, in Ireland. It is one of the largest medieval monuments in Ireland.
Kells Priory (in Irish : Prióireacht Cheanannais) is an Augustine priory in county Kilkenny, in Ireland. It is one of the largest medieval monuments in Ireland.
Fore Abbey, County Westmeath, Ireland. Benedictine monastery. Religious foundation by St. Feichin dates back to around 630 AD
old abbey
This cozy little cafe is situated in Kells. You can go in, have a hot chocolate and some soup, and even buy a book. It was absolutely lovely after getting poured on in the sudden summer rain. The staff is friendly and kind. #Ireland #Kells #Cafe #Books
Headfort Arms Hotel

Headfort Arms Hotel

3 out of 5
Headfort Place Kells Meath
$95 nightly
The price is $108 total per night from Feb 2 to Feb 3
$108 total
Feb 2 - Feb 3
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Kells. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a golf course. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (279 reviews)
Cosy ,comfortable hotel with friendly Staff

Reviewed on Jan 8, 2026

Headfort Arms Hotel
2 Bed Courtyard Apartment

2 Bed Courtyard Apartment

Kells MH
Stay at this apartment in Kells. Popular attractions Monastery of Kells and St Colmcille's House are located nearby.
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2 Bed Courtyard Apartment
2 Bed Suite With Tea/coffee Making Facilities

2 Bed Suite With Tea/coffee Making Facilities

3 out of 5
Kells MH
Stay at this apartment in Kells. Enjoy free parking, a garden, and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Monastery of Kells and St Colmcille's House are located ...
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2 Bed Suite With Tea/coffee Making Facilities
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2 Bed Courtyard Apartment

2 Bed Courtyard Apartment

Kells MH
Stay at this apartment in Kells. Popular attractions Monastery of Kells and St Colmcille's House are located nearby.
2 Bed Courtyard Apartment
2 Bed Suite With Tea/coffee Making Facilities

2 Bed Suite With Tea/coffee Making Facilities

3 out of 5
Kells MH
Stay at this apartment in Kells. Enjoy free parking, a garden, and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Monastery of Kells and St Colmcille's House are located ...
2 Bed Suite With Tea/coffee Making Facilities
2 Bed Suite with tea/coffee making facilities

2 Bed Suite with tea/coffee making facilities

Kells County Meath
Stay at this apartment in Kells. Enjoy a garden, patios, and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Monastery of Kells and St Colmcille's House are located ...
2 Bed Suite with tea/coffee making facilities
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

Headfort Golf Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Kells at Headfort Golf Club. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Headfort Golf Club

Fair Green

Explore the great outdoors at Fair Green, a lovely green space in Kells. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Fair Green

St. Columba's Church

Built in 1778, St. Columba’s Church stands on Church Street in Kells, on the site of one of the most significant religious landmarks in County Meath.

St. Columba's Church

Market Cross

Find out about the history of Kells with a stop at Market Cross. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Market Cross

Round Tower & High Crosses

You can find out about the history of Kells with a visit to Round Tower & High Crosses. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Round Tower & High Crosses

St Colmcille's House

You can find out about the history of Kells with a stop at St Colmcille's House. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

St Colmcille's House

Reviews of Kells

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4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Very nice town and close to Dublin and the airport.Just be careful where you park as there are few parking signs displayed in the town.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Met really friendly locals at a pub. Old and small town lots to see nearby.

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