Armagh City Hotel - McKeever Hotels

In the heart of historic Armagh city, Armagh City Hotel provides a city-centre base perfect for group tours and business events. With 101 contemporary rooms, accessible facilities, and coach parking, the hotel offers group-friendly dining, versatile meeting spaces, and easy access to Armagh’s cultural attractions, historic landmarks, and scenic surroundings.

Armagh City Hotel
2 Friary Road
Armagh,
BT60 4FR,
Northern Ireland

info@armaghcityhotel.com

+44 (0)28 3751 8888

Group Enquiries

colleen@mckeeverhotels.com

Rooms

The hotel offers 101 contemporary guestrooms, suitable for leisure tours, conference delegates and corporate stays.

Accessible accommodation is available, and group room blocks can be arranged.

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Dining at Armagh City Hotel

Group dining options include pre-arranged tour menus and private event spaces. Breakfast service supports efficient departures.

Conference and meeting catering is also available.

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Dining at Armagh City Hotel

Group dining options include pre-arranged tour menus and private event spaces. Breakfast service supports efficient departures.

Conference and meeting catering is also available.

All Dining

FAQs

Yes, Armagh City Hotel welcomes leisure, coach and corporate group bookings. Tell us your preferred dates, number of guests and room types, and our team will quickly confirm availability and hold rooms while you finalise plans.

We offer flexible group rates that vary by season, day of week, room type and meal plan and based on 10 plus rooms.

Contracted group rates are non – Commissionable, however our sales team can tailor a proposal for your programme and specific requirements.

Breakfast can be included in all group packages as a cooked and continental buffet. We can offer bed and breakfast (B&B), half board (dinner, bed and breakfast) or full board, with menus designed for groups.

Group rates usually apply from a minimum of around 10 rooms or 15 guests. We can host larger groups subject to bedroom and dining availability on your dates, and we will confirm the maximum size we can take at the quotation stage.

Yes, we can include free places for coach drivers, guides or tour leaders in your group agreement. The exact free‑place ratio (for example 1 free in 20) will be confirmed when we prepare your quotation.

Group bookings require a deposit to confirm the reservation (unless credit has been approved), followed by a balance payment before arrival. Deposit amounts and payment deadlines depend on your dates and group size and will be clearly listed in your booking confirmation or contract.

We accept major credit and debit cards and bank transfers for group bookings. For approved partners, we can also discuss virtual cards, euro payments and invoice arrangements, subject to prior agreement and credit checks.

Groups are covered by a staged cancellation policy with clear deadlines and any applicable charges. Name changes and small adjustments are normally possible up to an agreed cut‑off date, while major changes or date moves may be treated as a new booking.

Yes, we can provide seasonal or annual contracts with agreed rates and terms for regular tours or corporate series. We can also set up room allocations with release dates, so you can hold space while you build and sell your programmes.

The hotel offers around 100+ spacious en‑suite bedrooms, including doubles, twins and family‑friendly options with modern conveniences. Many rooms feature a double bed and a single bed, making them ideal for twin or triple occupancy as well as single use.

Yes, we understand that many coach and tour guests need twin‑bedded rooms.
Subject to availability when you book, we can guarantee a set number of twins and will confirm this in writing in your group agreement.

Yes, selected rooms are suitable for families and can be located close together or interconnecting where available. We will confirm maximum occupancy per room, options for sofa beds or extra beds and any applicable supplements.

Children are welcome at Armagh City Hotel, and we apply age‑based policies for sleeping and meal arrangements. We can provide cots and extra beds in selected rooms and offer children’s pricing or menus for breakfast and dinner as part of your package.

Yes, out kitchen team can cater for common dietary needs such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten‑free and lactose‑free diets. If your guests have allergies or religious requirements, please share the details in advance so we can prepare safe, suitable options.

We serve breakfast and dinner within set time windows that work well for touring and corporate groups. Specific sitting times can be agreed for your group as a whole, and we can stagger service if you have multiple coaches or a very large party.

Yes, we provide set three‑course menus or buffets that are designed for efficient group service. Menus can be varied over multi‑night stays and can feature local ingredients or themes if requested in advance.

Yes, we can prepare packed breakfasts or packed lunches for early departures and day trips. These need to be booked in advance, and final numbers must be confirmed by an agreed cut‑off time before departure.

The hotel offers the Friary Restaurant plus the Callan Lounge and bar areas with scenic views and live music on selected evenings. We can reserve an area for your group, set up bar tabs or drink vouchers and arrange private or semi‑private dining, subject to availability.

Standard check‑in is 3pm and check‑out is 11am. Early check‑in and late check‑out may be available for some rooms at an extra charge or subject to availability; we can prioritise certain rooms for group leaders or drivers.

Yes, we can accept coach and minibus arrivals and provide guidance on where to park. We will share clear coach arrival instructions, parking locations and any size limitations when your booking is confirmed.

The hotel sits close to Armagh’s historic city centre, a short walk from attractions such as St Patrick’s Cathedrals, The Mall and Market Place Theatre. Belfast is around 45–50 minutes by road and Dublin about 90 minutes, making the hotel a convenient base for cross‑border touring.

Yes, we can store luggage for groups arriving before rooms are ready or departing later in the day. Please let us know in advance if you expect a large volume of baggage so we can ensure enough secure space.

We offer a number of rooms and public areas suitable for guests with reduced mobility. If you tell us your guests’ needs in advance, we can allocate appropriate rooms and advise on access routes, lifts and nearby parking options.

Complimentary Wi‑Fi is available for guests throughout the hotel. If you require enhanced connectivity for meetings or events, we can discuss this as part of your event or group package.

Reception and night staff are available to assist guests at all times. For groups, we will provide an out‑of‑hours contact so organisers and drivers know who to reach if they need help overnight.

Guests can enjoy a modern leisure centre with indoor swimming pool, sauna, steam room and fully equipped gym, plus the Basalt Revive spa offering treatments. We will share opening hours, any age restrictions for children and booking requirements for spa treatments or fitness classes before your group arrives.

Yes, Armagh City Hotel offers some of the largest conference and banqueting facilities outside Belfast, including the Fisher Suite for up to 1,200 delegates and large banquets. We also have smaller meeting rooms for 2–50 delegates, and can provide AV, refreshments and private dining options tailored to your group.

We work with both contracted seasonal rates and dynamic pricing, depending on your needs and volume. Our sales team will advise which option suits you best and share example terms during the initial discussion.

Yes, we can accept prepaid vouchers and virtual credit cards from approved partners. We will agree in advance which services are covered by the voucher or card and how guests will settle any extras.

Colleen Rooney is your main contact and her email is colleen@mckeeverhotels.com - Colleen will support you from your enquiry through to contracting and liaising with the hotels. When you enquire, we will introduce you to your main contact, who will support you from the first quote through to post‑stay invoicing.

Yes, we can provide an up‑to‑date image library, hotel fact sheet and a short description for your brochures, website and social media. Sample menus and logos are also available so you can present Armagh City Hotel clearly within your programme.

Explore Nearby

Step into the heart of Armagh from this central city hotel. Tour St Patrick’s Cathedral, the Armagh Observatory and Planetarium, or the ancient Navan Centre & Fort. The Georgian city centre is ideal for walking tours, museums, and cultural exploration, all within a short distance.

Armagh Observatory and Planetarium
A leading astronomy centre offering immersive dome shows, interactive exhibits and landscaped parkland. The planetarium provides an engaging educational experience that works well for group itineraries.
St Patrick’s RC Cathedral
A striking hilltop cathedral and one of the city’s most recognisable landmarks, renowned for its impressive Gothic architecture and stained glass. The cathedral is a popular stop for heritage and faith-based group tours exploring Ireland’s ecclesiastical capital.
St Patrick’s COI Cathedral
Built on the site where St Patrick is believed to have founded his first church, this historic cathedral is central to Armagh’s religious heritage and attracts visitors interested in Irish history, architecture and pilgrimage tourism.
Armagh Georgian City Centre
Armagh’s elegant Georgian streets and historic buildings create a charming setting for guided walking tours. Visitors can explore independent shops, cafés and cultural landmarks within easy walking distance of the city’s cathedrals.
The Palace Demesne & Archbishop’s Palace
A beautiful historic parkland estate with walking trails, gardens and the Archbishop’s Palace, offering a scenic stop close to the city centre.
Armagh County Museum
Ireland’s oldest county museum, showcasing local history, archaeology and cultural heritage through fascinating exhibitions.
Navan Centre & Fort
One of Ireland’s most important ancient sites, closely connected with Celtic mythology and the ancient capital of Ulster. The visitor centre offers interactive exhibitions and guided experiences suitable for group tours.