Nestled against the banks of the River Barrow and surrounded by luscious green grounds, the 4-star Woodford Dolmen Hotel Carlow is located just outside Carlow. Rooms are en suite & all feature work desks and tiled bathrooms with luxurious toiletries. Hair dryers, telephones and tea/coffee making facilities are also available. The Barrow Bistro serves fine food all day, cooked by the bistro's head chef, who previously trained Jamie Oliver and has cooked for celebrities and royalty. Guests can enjoy an a la carte menu and an extensive wine list. Guests can enjoy a stroll around the beautifully landscaped gardens, with its impressive bridge joining the hotel to its own private island with picturesque views of the natural backdrop of the River Barrow and the surrounding Killeshin Hills. Carlow shops and restaurants are easily accessible and Carlow Castle is a short 15-minute walk. Free parking is available at the Woodford Dolmen Hotel Carlow.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property Highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.4)

Free parking available at the hotel

Loyal Customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 full bed
2 twin beds
2 twin beds
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1 full bed
1 twin bed
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1 full bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.0
Facilities
8.4
Cleanliness
8.8
Comfort
8.8
Value for money
8.2
Location
8.4
Free WiFi
8.4
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Andrew
    United States of America United States of America
    Very nice accommodation. Comfortable, quiet, clean. Restaurant was very good.
  • Aine
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Breakfast was delicious and a great variety of hot and cold. We got upgraded to a suite which was spotless.
  • Aparna
    United States of America United States of America
    The ambiance was delightful. The architecture and the cleanliness were key.

Hotel area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Plum Tree Bistro
    • Cuisine
      Irish • Steakhouse • Local • International
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly • Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Gluten-free

Amenities of Woodford Dolmen Hotel Carlow
Great facilities! Review score, 8.4

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Room service
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • BBQ facilities
    Additional charge
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Activities
  • Fishing
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Fruit
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in some rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Front Desk Services
  • ATM on site
  • Baggage storage
  • 24-hour front desk
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key card access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe
General
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Designated smoking area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Hypoallergenic room available
  • Heating
  • Packed lunches
  • Elevator
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Auditory guidance
  • Bathroom emergency cord
  • Lowered sink
  • Raised toilet
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Polish
  • Portuguese

House rules

Woodford Dolmen Hotel Carlow takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 4:00 PM to 11:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

From 5:00 AM to 11:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Refundable damage deposit

A damage deposit of EUR 100 is required on arrival. That's about USD 108. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full, in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 17 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
€ 20 per child, per night
Crib upon request
€ 5 per child, per night
3 - 16 years
Extra bed upon request
€ 20 per child, per night
17+ years
Extra bed upon request
€ 40 per person, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Maestro Mastercard Visa American Express Cash is not accepted Woodford Dolmen Hotel Carlow accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

A damage deposit of € 100 is required on arrival. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full, in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.

FAQs about Woodford Dolmen Hotel Carlow

  • Check-in at Woodford Dolmen Hotel Carlow is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • Room options at Woodford Dolmen Hotel Carlow include:

    • Double
    • Single
    • Twin
    • Family
    • Twin/Double
    • Triple

  • Woodford Dolmen Hotel Carlow is 1.8 miles from the center of Carlow. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at Woodford Dolmen Hotel Carlow may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Woodford Dolmen Hotel Carlow has 1 restaurant:

    • Plum Tree Bistro

  • Woodford Dolmen Hotel Carlow offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Fishing