Active Retirement Breaks in Monaghan
GOOD COMPANY. GOOD FOOD. PLENTY TO LOOK FORWARD TO.
Make a little more time for the things you enjoy at Hillgrove Hotel & Spa, where relaxed days in Monaghan lead into evenings of good food, live music and entertainment.
Our Autumn and Winter programme brings together complimentary activities at the hotel, time to explore Monaghan and the freedom to set your own pace. Come as a couple, gather a few friends or plan your next Active Retirement or tour group break.
Autumn & Winter Activities at Hillgrove
Join us each Tuesday at 2pm for a complimentary guided walk, giving hotel guests a chance to get out, stretch their legs and discover more of the local area.
Settle in for a classic film during our midweek movie nights, running throughout Autumn and Winter. No plans needed; simply find a comfortable seat and enjoy.
Tuesday evenings get a little more competitive from 9.30pm to 11pm, with our weekly Speed Quiz. Gather your team, put your general knowledge to work and you could win a complimentary round of drinks for your table.
Saturday evenings bring live music to Hillgrove, with additional Sunday performances during Bank Holiday weekends. Start the week with the sound of traditional Irish music, with a live trad session every Monday evening.
Discover Monaghan While You're Here
Hillgrove sits on the outskirts of Monaghan town, close enough that a stroll into town can easily become part of the day.
Further afield, County Monaghan rewards taking your time. Its drumlin landscape, woodland, heritage and market towns make it particularly suited to a few days of gentle exploration rather than a hurried visit.
Rossmore Forest Park offers woodland walks among lakes and historic estate landscapes, while the county’s connections with Patrick Kavanagh and the traditions of Carrickmacross and Clones lace give curious visitors plenty more to uncover.
Return to Hillgrove afterwards, where dinner and the evening’s entertainment are waiting.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Hillgrove Hotel & Spa welcomes older couples, Active Retirement groups and tour groups looking for relaxed hotel breaks in Monaghan. Guests can combine dining and comfortable accommodation with seasonal entertainment, leisure facilities and local activities, while choosing how much or how little they would like to do each day.
Our Autumn/Winter programme includes complimentary Tuesday afternoon walking tours, classic midweek movie nights, a Tuesday Speed Quiz, Saturday live music and traditional Irish music every Monday. Additional music is planned for Sundays on Bank Holiday weekends, while guests can also try our self-guided treasure hunt.
Yes. Two-night and three-night Dinner, Bed & Breakfast group packages are available, with a complimentary Cream Tea on arrival included as part of the experience. These packages work particularly well for Active Retirement associations, social groups and organised tours planning a longer stay in Monaghan.
Yes. Hillgrove Hotel & Spa is set in private grounds on the outskirts of Monaghan and is approximately a five-minute walk from the town centre. This makes it easy to combine time at the hotel with shopping, cafés and exploring Monaghan during your stay.
Couples can enjoy the experience too. The activities programme gives older couples plenty to enjoy during an Autumn or Winter break in Monaghan, while organised groups can choose dedicated two or three-night Dinner, Bed & Breakfast packages.
