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Halloween Mid-Term Breaks in the Boyne Valley

Date: 07/10/2025

Every Halloween, The Boyne Valley transforms into a captivating destination during the mid-term break. This stunning corner of Ireland is known as the home of Halloween with legend telling us that the ancient festival of Samhain began on the Hill of Ward (Thlachtga) in Athboy thousands of years ago.

This Halloween, our region provides a perfect backdrop for families and visitors seeking both spooky thrills and a taste of Ireland’s rich heritage. As the autumn chill sets in, the Boyne Valley comes alive with Halloween events including the Spirits of Meath Halloween Festival, The Púca Festival, Lú Festival of Light and Samhain Festival of food and culture. Stay a night or 3 and enjoy all of what our region has to offer this mid-term! Here are our top offers

The Ardboyne Hotel

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Enjoy a spooky visit this Halloween with the Ardboyne Hotel and Navan Adventure Centres Pumpkin & Fun Festival. This package includes overnight accommodation in their luxurious bedrooms, with newly refurbished superior family rooms available, a full Irish Breakfast with a selection of hot and cold options, a 3 Course Evening Meal for all the Family and tickets to the Pumpkin & Fun Package at Navan Adventure Centre!

From only €201 per family! Find out more here.

Bellinter House

Bellinter house

This mid-term, why not plan a stay at the beautiful Bellinter House, a magnificent 10th-century Georgian house, located in the heart of the Boyne Valley.

From only €170 per family. Find out more here.

The Castle Arch Hotel

Castle Arch Hotel

Experience the enchanting world of Celtic mythology at the Púca Festival in Trim. A magical celebration of folklore, music, and art. Stay at The Castle Arch Hotel, just steps away from all the festivities, and enjoy delicious dining options, and top-notch amenities. Immerse yourself in the mystical atmosphere of the festival and make unforgettable memories. Their Púca package includes overnight accommodation in their luxurious bedrooms, a full Irish Breakfast with a selection of hot and cold options, a 3 Course Evening Meal and a discount code to the Big Top Events!

All of this from only €228 per family. Find out more here.

City North Hotel

City North Hotel

Take a break away this mid-term to City North Hotel with 1 night dinner, Bed and Breakfast in a deluxe family room. Their spacious family rooms can accommodate up to two adults and two children, each room has one queen and two single beds. Children activities also include the outdoor children's playground as well as the cinema club during mid-term. All of this for only €278.10 per family. Find out more here.

Conyngham Arms Hotel

Conyngham arms

Enjoy luxurious accommodation in one of their family rooms with cooked to order breakfast the following morning.

From €129.00. Find out more here

Darnley Lodge Hotel

Darnley Lodge Hotel

Stay at the home of Halloween in Athboy this year at the Darnley Lodge Hotel. Enjoy 1 night B&B, based on 2 adults, for only €137.

Find out more here.

Dunboyne Castle Hotel

Dunboyne Castle

Enjoy a Bed & Breakfast family stay for up to 2 adults and 2 children at Dunboyne Castle this mid-term. Their family room consists of 1 double and 1 single. Camp-beds and cots are available on request and are subject to availability. Their family package includes overnight accommodation in a family room for up to 2 adults and 2 children (under 12), a delicious continental and full Irish breakfast, two kids under 12 are included for a main course dish from Kids Menu when dining with adults (additional charge for adult meals applies), a kids welcome pack and Dunboyne Castle fairy trail with special clues and prizes.

All of this from only €245 per family. Find out more here.

The Headfort Arms Hotel

Headfort Arms

Base yourself in the heritage town of Kells this mid-term and check in to the Headfort Arms hotel. Enjoy one nights bed and breakfast in a family room from only €175 per family. Find out more here.

Knightsbrook Hotel

Knightsbrook Hotel

Stay close to all the action at Knightsbrook Hotel this mid-term break. Check in on their Home of Halloween Family Break – Two Night Stay. Breakfast each motning, a 2-course evening meal for all on one evening, and a Trick or Treat Goodie Bag for each child.

All from only €607 per family. Find out more here.

 

Lodge Accommodation at Killeen Castle

Killeen Castle Hotel

Experience the epitome of luxury lodge accommodation in Ireland at Killeen Castle! Their lodges offer a luxurious home-from-home experience in tranquil countryside surroundings.  Each lodge has a mix of 4 room types can can cater up to 10 people.

From only €580. Find our more here.

The Newgrange Hotel

Newgrange

Enjoy a spooky visit this Halloween with the Newgrange Hotel and Navan Adventure Centre's Pumpkin & Fun Festival. This package includes overnight accommodation in their luxurious bedrooms, with newly refurbished superior family rooms available, a full Irish Breakfast with a selection of hot and cold options, a 3 Course Evening Meal for all the Family and tickets to the Pumpkin & Fun Package at Navan Adventure Centre!

From only €191 per family! Find out more here.

Scholars Townhouse Hotel

Scholars

The 16 bedroom townhouse offers a cosy stay in modern rooms that still pay homage to their Victorian origins. The Family Quad is a compact room but still provides the space to rest, relax and revive at an economical price and is ideal for families or 4 adults the room includes en-suite facilities, Power Shower, 2 flat screen TVs, tea/coffee making facilities, hairdryer, complimentary wifi and the finest pure white linen and towels.

From only €299.00. Find out more here

 


Station House Hotel

Station House Hotel

Just 40 minutes from Dublin city centre and Dublin Airport, this award winning, boutique hotel is run by the Slattery family for over 40 years. Built in 1862 as a busy railway junction, the property consists of original listed buildings set on it’s 12 acres of manicured gardens and woodland that are listed on the Boyne Valley Garden Trail.
Overnight accommodation in one of their boutique luxury bedrooms. Cream tea served daily between 3.30pm and 4.30pm with freshly brewed tea / filtered coffee, home-made scones and Thelma's jams. Freshly made to order A la Carte breakfast the following morning. Turn down service with delicious artisanal chocolates.

From only €240. Find out more here

 

The Glenside Hotel

The Glenside Hotel

Bring a family of two adults and two children to The Glenside Hotel outside Drogheda for Halloween Midterm and enjoy the many of the wonderful activities that the Spirits of Meath Halloween Festival offers. Enjoy a stay in one of our comfortable family bedrooms which includes a Double Bed, Single Bed and either camp bed/cot.  Enjoy a Full Irish Breakfast for the entire family.

From only €169 per family. Find out more here.

The Hamlet Court Hotel

Hamlet Court Hotel

Stay in the pretty village of Johnstown bridge in the Hamlet Court Hotel and stay in one of their spacious family rooms. Bed and Breakfast during the mid-term break starts at just €219 per family.

Find out more here.

Johnstown Estate

Johnstown Estate

Enjoy some good fun this Halloween at The Johnstown Estate and treat your family to a luxury stay. Choose from their elegant spacious family rooms or a luxury self-catering lodge located on the Estate grounds. Take a stroll through the Estate’s 120 acres of enchanted parkland and get swept away in the magic and fun of the fairy trail. Only €357 per family. Find out more here.

The Marcy Hotel

The Marcy

Enjoy a stay at the beautiful Marcy Hotel this mid-term! Enjoy the Lú Festival of Light right outside the front door! Avail of their Funtasia Pumpkin Patch Package suitable for 2 adults and 2 kids from only €199!

Find out more here.

Trim Castle Hotel

Trim Castle Hotel

This Halloween mid-term, treat the whole family to a magical escape with a difference at Trim Castle Hotel. Halloween in this historic town is something truly special. Your Halloween package includes an overnight stay in one of our spacious Family Rooms, where you’ll find everything you need to rest and recharge. Wake each morning to a hearty Full Irish Breakfast, setting you up perfectly for an exciting day of exploration. One of the highlights of your stay is a family evening meal, with two handcrafted pizzas and two delicious sides served in a relaxed setting. It’s the perfect way to unwind after a day of Halloween-themed fun. As part of your Halloween family break, you’ll also receive admission tickets to Emerald Park.

All for only €395 per family. Find out more here.

The Boyne Valley offers a unique blend of history, myth, and Halloween excitement that can’t be found anywhere else in the world! Whether you're exploring ancient ruins, carving pumpkins with your family, or embarking on a Halloween adventure, the region promises an unforgettable Halloween mid-term break. With its deep roots in Samhain and its vibrant modern celebrations, Halloween in the Boyne Valley is a magical and spine-tingling experience that will delight visitors of all ages. We can’t wait to welcome you.

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All prices based on availability and pricing on October 3rd, 2025.