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Luxury
4.0 star property
8.8

Excellent

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.

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Bar

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A hotel room with a bed, two bedside lamps, a nightstand with a phone, and a patterned wall.

Executive King Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 11 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, pillows, a nightstand, a lamp, and a chair.

Classic Double or Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)
  • 11 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a headboard, bedside tables, lamps, a teddy bear, and a framed picture on the wall.

Classic Family Room - Double & 2 Singles

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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A bedroom with a large bed, bedside tables, a sofa, a chandelier, and a painting.

Executive Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, each with a green blanket, a bedside lamp, and a telephone on the nightstand.

Executive Family - Double and 3 Singles

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

DOUBLE EXECUTIVE KING BED

  • Sleeps 4

Double or Twin CLASSIC

  • Sleeps 6

Double or Twin CLASSIC DOUBLE BED

  • Sleeps 6

About the neighborhood

Located in Carlow, Woodford Dolmen Hotel is on a river. Carlow Town Park and Malones Fruit Farm are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Fairgreen Shopping Centre and Carlow Farmer's Market. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing. Visit our Carlow travel guide
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Kilkenny Road, Carlow, Carlow, R93 N207

What's nearby

  • Fairgreen Shopping Centre
    5 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Gold Rush Casino
    5 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Carlow Town Park
    5 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Visual Centre for Contemporary Art and The George Bernard Shaw Theatre
    6 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • St Patrick's College
    6 min drive - 2.3 miles

Getting around

  • Carlow Station
    5 min drive

Restaurants

  • Costa Coffee
    4 min drive
  • Lemongrass
    4 min drive
  • KFC
    5 min drive
  • Costa Coffee
    3 min drive
  • Tully's Bar
    4 min drive

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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
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system

Property class

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.

Frequently asked questions

Is Woodford Dolmen Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

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).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Woodford Dolmen Hotel Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 224 out of 397 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 128 out of 397 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 29 out of 397 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 397 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 397 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice staff, clean rooms and the amenities were great.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Olivia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel and excellent value for money. Very clean and very friendly staff. Breakfast lovely. Great walks around the grounds.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay -staff was absolutely amazing, breakfast was a true highlight, and room fit our needs perfectly! Our daughter had a medical need during our stay and the staff went WAY above and beyond to be sure we had everything we needed - I can’t say enough about how accommodating and helpful they were!! We truly hope to return some day and would highly recommend!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel and gardens
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Bob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was helpful and the room was very pleasant
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
very clean and quiet. good breakfast good value
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very spacious and clean,bed was very comfortable, bathroom was big with shower gel and hair dryer.rhe staff we're very friendly and chatty, nothing was too much trouble for them, the atmosphere made it a great place to stay.bar food was delicious and reasonable priced,had lunch and dinner.ample onsite parking
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room very clean staff very friendly and really enjoyed the break with the family. Food was excellent as well
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Caroline Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff are fantastic, the room is modern vosy and super vlean.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Charlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Activities for children for easter .. movie night also. Staff brilliant so lovely
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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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
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10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel lovely and warm and bedroom hot throughout the hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
We enjoyed our stay, the room was large, beds comfortable, very clean. All in all, we would love to stay again at the Woodford Dolmen Hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were nice and very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Edel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean, fantastic shower, very friendly staff at evening meal.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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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
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10/10 Excellent

David

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

Great Hotel

Great hotel lovely location. Food was excellent and good size portions. Breakfast was fine with a good selection. Bed's very comfy rooms nice and clean
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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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
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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
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8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel, off the beaten path. Lots of parking beautiful grounds around the hotel for walking.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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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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8/10 Good

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very helpful polite staff. Room was clean and well presented.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Madonna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful grounds Spacious room Great breakfast prepay at desk is cheaper than dining room price
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

marion

Disliked: Amenities
The cost of staying in this hotel for a Single Occupancy room is outrageous, considering the very ordinary standard of offering. The room was comfortable. Breakfast was very basic. I met one very kind man working behind the bar.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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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