About Greengates
Offering cosy rooms and a comprehensive breakfast menu, the Greengates Bed and Breakfast is a detail-oriented accommodation choice that is positioned on the outskirts of Blackrock.
Every room is decorated in a bright and warm fashion, while an en-suite bathroom complete with complimentary toiletries comes as standard. All rooms also come equipped with a television, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities.
Private on-site parking is possible and is included with all stays, while free Wi-Fi can be accessed in all areas of the property. A television lounge is also available.
Starting with a continental selection comprising homemade breads, pancakes, cereals, yogurts and fresh fruit, a complimentary cooked breakfast is made to order each morning. Cooked breakfast choices range from a traditional full Irish to smoked salmon with scrambled eggs.
Dundalk town centre can be reached in approximately five minutes by car from the accommodation. Dundalk Stadium is a 15-minute drive.
Positive Reviews
positive:
Friendly hosts go above and beyond
The hosts were highlighted by many as one of the very best aspects about staying at the Greengates Bed and Breakfast. Exceptionally friendly and helpful, it has been stated that the proprietors will go above and beyond to ensure your time at the accommodation is maximised.
positive:
Excellent, varied breakfast menu
Many rave reviews have been posted when it comes to the complimentary breakfast served at the guest house. As well as a varied menu of continental and cooked choices, the quality of the breakfast was typically said to be at a very high standard overall.
positive:
Spotlessly clean rooms with comfy beds
The hygiene standards at the Greengates Bed and Breakfast was commended by virtually all previous guests, with the rooms regularly described as immaculately clean. Furthermore, and in relation to the rooms, the beds have received positive comments for the most part.
Negative Reviews
negative:
Location not ideal
The location of the Greengates Bed and Breakfast is not the most ideal - according to the general feedback of former visitors. There are few points of interest within the immediate vicinity of the accommodation, with the seaside village of Blackrock approximately 30 minutes away on foot.
negative:
Dated rooms with limited space
A small number of past guests have claimed that the rooms at the accommodation are somewhat dated in terms of décor. Furthermore, some rooms have also been labelled as small - although generally not to the point where it was significantly detrimental to the overall comfort levels provided.
negative:
Range of Wi-Fi not the best
Whilst it was far from a prevalent issue, a notable amount of previous visitors were critical about the Greengates Bed and Breakfast's Wi-Fi. In particular, the range of the accommodation's Wi-Fi has been questioned on occasion.