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Absolute Hotel Limerick

4.0 star property
Riverwalk hotel with a fitness center and a 24-hour front desk

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Daily full breakfast (EUR 17.00 per person)
Suite | Terrace/patio
1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
Terrace/patio
The Absolute Hotel Limerick welcomes travelers with breakfast at Harry's on the River and a cozy bar. Guests value the dry cleaning services, on-site gym, and WiFi. The hotel is praised for excellent dining, friendly staff, and its strategic location near King John's Castle.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service

Room options

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Classic Double Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(64 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 25 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Classic Twin Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 25 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(39 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 38 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Superior Twin Triple Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 38 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 48 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Classic Single Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 18 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Accessible Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Double Accessible Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Classic King Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Living area | 49-inch Smart TV with satellite channels, TV

Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Superior King Room

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Superior Twin Room With Two Beds

  • Sleeps 3

Accessible Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

Superior Family Room

  • Sleeps 3

About the neighborhood

Located in Medieval Quarter, a neighborhood in Limerick, Absolute Hotel Limerick is near a train station and on the riverwalk. Hunt Museum and University Concert Hall are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include King John's Castle and Bunratty Castle and Folk Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Thomond Park. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails. Guests love the hotel's location for the sightseeing.
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What's nearby

  • Milk Market - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Arthur's Quay Park - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • King John's Castle - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Thomond Park - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • University of Limerick - 10 min drive - 2.8 miles

Getting around

  • Limerick Station - 14 min walk
  • Shannon Airport (SNN) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Locke Bar & Oyster House - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Harry's On The River - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Katie Dalys - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Donkey Fords - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Story Cafe - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Absolute Hotel Limerick

Upscale hotel near King John's Castle
Located close to Hunt Museum and Milk Market, Absolute Hotel Limerick provides a terrace, a hair salon, and dry cleaning/laundry services. The on-site restaurant, Harry's on the River, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and light fare. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a bar and a gym.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), express check-out, and free newspapers
  • A computer station, luggage storage, and a vending machine
  • Guest reviews say great things the dining options, helpful staff, and location
Room features
All 99 rooms offer comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-compatible safes, as well as perks like late night room service and free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean, comfortable rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and pillowtop mattresses
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and hair dryers
  • 49-inch Smart TVs with satellite channels
  • Daily housekeeping, electrical adapters/chargers, and desks

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (EUR 13 per day)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; EUR 17 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Harry's on the River

Things to do

  • Gym

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • On a river
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 5 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2007
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 49-inch smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Late-night room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
This hotel will place an authorization upon check-in for the total amount for the stay plus the general deposit. If no credit card is available, a debit card must be presented for full prepayment of the stay; no credit will be available for the room. Cash payments are not accepted.

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between December 19 and December 25.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 50 per accommodation, per night

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

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately EUR 17.00 per person
  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 13 per day (82 ft away)

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 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Parties and events are allowed on site
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

National rating

Rating provided by Fáilte Ireland, the National Tourism Development Authority of Ireland, source of official star ratings for accommodation.

Property is also known as

Absolute Hotel
Absolute Hotel Limerick
Absolute Limerick
Absolute Limerick Hotel
Hotel Absolute Limerick
Limerick Absolute Hotel
Absolute Hotel And Spa

Frequently asked questions

Is Absolute Hotel Limerick pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Absolute Hotel Limerick?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Absolute Hotel Limerick?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Absolute Hotel Limerick?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Absolute Hotel Limerick located?

Located in Medieval Quarter, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Hunt Museum, King John's Castle, and Milk Market. Thomond Park and University of Limerick are also within 2 mi (3 km). Limerick Station is 14 minutes by foot.

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Absolute Hotel Limerick Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 716 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 227 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 42 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 1001 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Food was excellent, clean modern rooms, within walking distance to attractions and nightlife options
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and very nice hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel great breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

MAGAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and spacious rooms. Location is also very good
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terrence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Near attractions, nice pubs to eat at and on site parking1
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Layla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Prefectly located to see key sites
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great, Hotel
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel. Easy parking, a nice little gym, easy proximity to Limerick establishments, large room and bathroom. No complaints whatsoever!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amelia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel, excellent breakfast the full Irish was freshly made and delicious. Good buffet selection also. Clean rooms with nice decor. Nice terrace by the waterside.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I’ve stayed there three times in the past two years… always great. The restaurant serves a great breakfast too!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The desk clerk was very welcoming and helped with suggestions for sights to see and things to do and places to eat.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The receptionist was very lovely and welcoming, the meal in the restaurant was fresh and very tasty, excellent staff and the room was very clean and as described.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were large and well done. The staff was friendly and the food in sight was very good too!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a very nice hotel in a great location! Parking is limited and the spaces are small so something to keep in mind if you have a larger car or SUV.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay here. The only complaint is the internet was very very slow
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front desk helped me solidify travel plans above and beyond expectation. Wish I could have stayed longer.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an amazing stay. The staff were incredibly friendly and attentive. The room was spotless and comfortable, with a fantastic view of the lake. The location is perfect, you can walk anywhere!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay. Perfect located for walking through the city and very nice and clean hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was spacious and clean, no need for anything. Waterfall shower head was wonderful!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Lorie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Modern hotel with clean, spacious room. Seems geared to business travel. Evening dining at bar and morning breakfast were delicious. Pleasant staff. Small but functional gym.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel. Comfortable bed gave a great nights sleep.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronald John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The person at the desk was excellent. He made local recommendations for what to visit and where to eat. I wish that I had his name.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent restaurant on site with friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nigel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent lovely quiet spot, close to city
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and convenient. Room was awesome, nice king bed which seems so hard to get in Europe…
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

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