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Woodford Dolmen Hotel

4.0 star property
Riverfront hotel with a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant

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The Woodford Dolmen Hotel in Carlow offers beautiful gardens, authentic Irish cuisine at the Plum Tree Bistro, WiFi access, and dry cleaning services. Relax at the bar after exploring, with staff ready to assist with any request.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Executive King Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Executive King Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Daily housekeeping
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic King or Twin Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Classic King or Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Daily housekeeping
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

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Classic Family Room - Double & 2 Singles | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Classic Family Room - Double & 2 Singles

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Daily housekeeping
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Executive Suite

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Executive Family - Double and 3 Singles

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Desk
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

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Kilkenny Road, Carlow, Carlow, R93 N207

What's nearby

  • Fairgreen Shopping Centre - 5 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Carlow Town Park - 5 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Visual Centre for Contemporary Art and The George Bernard Shaw Theatre - 6 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • St Patrick's College - 6 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Dr. Cullen Park - 8 min drive - 3.6 miles

Getting around

  • Carlow Station - 5 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪KFC - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Lemongrass - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Tully's Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Dinn Rí - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Apache Pizza Carlow - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Woodford Dolmen Hotel

Upscale hotel by the river
Consider a stay at Woodford Dolmen Hotel and take advantage of a garden, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a bar. The on-site Irish cuisine bistro, Plum Tree Bistro, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and kids' meals. In addition to a business center, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Free self parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and an electric car charging station
  • ATM/banking services, an elevator, and a reception hall
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 80 rooms offer comforts such as free WiFi and safes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free toiletries and hair dryers
  • Highchairs, heating, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 17 for adults and EUR 12 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Dolmen Bar
  • Plum Tree Bistro

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals

Family friendly

  • High chair
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 8 meeting rooms
  • Business center
  • Conference space

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 floors
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: EUR 20.00
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: EUR 20

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between December 24 and December 29.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 30.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: EUR 80.00 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 17.00 for adults and EUR 12 for children
  • Early check-in fee: EUR 20.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: EUR 20 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 30.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and a security system

National rating

This property does not have a Ireland Tourist Board rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

Dolmen Hotel
Woodford Dolmen
Woodford Dolmen Carlow
Woodford Dolmen Hotel
Woodford Dolmen Hotel Carlow
Dolmen Hotel Carlow
Woodford Dolmen Hotel Hotel
Woodford Dolmen Hotel Carlow
Woodford Dolmen Hotel Hotel Carlow

Frequently asked questions

Is Woodford Dolmen Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Woodford Dolmen Hotel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Woodford Dolmen Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of EUR 20.00 (subject to availability). After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Woodford Dolmen Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for EUR 20 (subject to availability).

Where is Woodford Dolmen Hotel located?

Situated on a river, this hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Fairgreen Shopping Centre, Liberty Tree, and Carlow Farmer's Market. Gold Rush Casino and Carlow County Museum are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Woodford Dolmen Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 186 out of 334 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 111 out of 334 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 334 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 334 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 334 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
great place
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Manon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Its a very nice place. Cleanliness and staff are great.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trinity

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel. Staff was very kind. Easy and free parking.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Janet

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and quiet, nice bar for drinks
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Niamh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Relaxing stay

Great stay.Hotel clean and efficient.Good nights sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Doug

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean. Friendly staff. Nice restaurant
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Noel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely hotel with very friendly and accommodating staff. Very comfortable beds.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice comfortable rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful area
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is absolutely beautiful with an old charm. Staff was super nice and very helpful!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Agnes

The facilities were excellent, clean, and comfortable . The staff were friendly and efficient. We loved the food. The surrounding are and grounds were also well maintained and interesting and we loved the fairy garden.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Will stay again and go down by the river etc

Just Great to get away from home after the communion closer to route to where we are going today. Staff so helpful and friendly. Lovely Breakfast. Requested an extra Bed which I received. Great to have a fan in the room as well the room can be warm x
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, room was clean and comfortable food in restaurant was good. Recommend
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Doris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Is clean but the bathroom is old and the bathtub is to high
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovey relaxing atmosphere there was a wedding going on so hotel was busy but service was still excellent
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

The perfect hotel does exist...

Amazing hotel. Stayed here with a friend while motorbiking one night and honestly it was one of the most relaxing hotel envoirments i have ever been in. The staff were super friendly. Beds were very comfy. Food was excellent and dont get me started on the heated outdoor patio, a gem of a hotel and i will certainly be back
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Michael

Listed as a 4* hotel but yet small things like no tissues, hand cream or shower hats in the bathroom. Glasses not changed or fresh water on day 2 of our stay. The bed was just about made - the sheet wasn’t flatten so we had to make our own bed. Won’t be back - to dear for what you get.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Mary

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Room 124 over looking heating system.

Everything great about the hotel except room 124. The room was right beside the heating system that kept us awake for 2 nights. We paid E388 for this noisy room and one would need google maps to find. We got a brick wall outside our window last stay. We won't be returning again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay all round. The staff couldn’t be more helpful and kind. Brilliant with my two children. Breakfast was delicious. Would highly recommend and we will definitely be back
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jasmine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our stay , very friendly staff , great food and our room was lovely
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful stay and the service is excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dirk

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was amazingly friendly! Breakfast is a great value that people should take advantage of. Beautiful hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We spent one night here on our way from Dublin to Kilkenny. The staff were prompt and very polite. The location is rural, but the facility is top notch. A grand staircase greets you as you enter the main lobby. As a group, we occupied three rooms. Our only issue was the lack of room air conditioning (but iist say the temps while we visited were the highest in almost 80 years). The rooms are equipped with an energy saving feature, you must place a room key in a wall mounted to activate any in room power or lighting. If your remove the key card to exit the room all lights and wall power turn off. This was not a problem once we figured out how it worked. We had two room keys, so if a person remained in the room, the spare key allowed them to watch television and have lighting.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nicely refurbished.

I stayed here several years ago and it was in the middle of a refurbishment. Now some time has passed the refurbishment loos great and the room was nicely appointed and equipped. Comfy beds and had a good nights sleep. The service in the bistro bar was good but the food only OK. I would have expected better and there were a lot of flies buzzing round landing on my plate and glass which wasnt nice. Overall nice hotel and top tip, avoid parking under the trees outside the main entrance. My car was covered in so much bird muck the rental company charged me a cleaning fee. :-)
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kogilavani

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel was clean , staffs helpful n check was quick . Rooms were comfortable n clean . Breakfast was good . Would definitely stay here again .
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

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