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Hodson Bay Hotel

4.0 star property

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Sports facility
Lounge
Lake
Outdoor spa tub
Superior Room | View from room

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Roscommon Road, Athlone, N37 XR82
  • Place, The Spa at Hodson Bay
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Athlone Golf Club
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Athlone Towncentre
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Room | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Classic Double or Twin Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(25 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Single Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Athlone

Hodson Bay Hotel places you next to The Spa at Hodson Bay and within a 5-minute walk of Lough Ree. This 181-room, 4-star hotel has a golf course, a marina, and a full-service spa.

What's nearby

  • The Spa at Hodson Bay - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Athlone Golf Club - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Lough Ree - 1 min drive - 0.3 miles
  • Athlone Towncentre - 12 min drive - 5.4 miles
  • Clonmacnoise - 35 min drive - 24.1 miles

Getting around

  • Athlone Station - 13 min drive
  • Dublin Airport (DUB) - 85 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Double Y - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Sean's Bar - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Craft Bistro - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Savoury Fare - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Hodson Bay Hotel

Hodson Bay Hotel features a golf course, a marina, and a full-service spa. You can take advantage of free parking if you drive. Front-desk staff can assist with concierge services, luggage storage, and dry cleaning/laundry. Other amenities at this spa hotel include an indoor pool, a children's pool, and a gym.
Guests can expect free WiFi and TVs with satellite channels. Beds are dressed in premium bedding and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Coffee makers, phones, and desks are also standard.
A golf course, a marina, and a health club are featured at the hotel. An indoor pool, a children's pool, and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a sauna and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

The onsite spa has massage/treatment rooms and couples treatment room(s). Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs, and body treatments. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a hot tub, and Turkish bath/hammam.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 14.95 for adults and EUR 10 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Restaurants on site

  • L Escale Restaurant
  • Octagon

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Fishing
  • Fitness classes
  • Full-service spa
  • Golf course
  • Golf driving range
  • Health club
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Library
  • Mini golf
  • Motor boating
  • Pilates classes
  • Rowing/canoeing
  • Sailing
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Water skiing
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini golf

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Marina
  • On a lake
  • Picnic area

Full-service spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Facials
  • Hot tub
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Sauna
  • Spa treatment rooms
  • Turkish bath

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately EUR 14.95 for adults and EUR 10 for children

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

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

Hodson Bay
Hodson Bay Athlone
Hodson Bay Hotel
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Hodson Hotel
Hotel Hodson Bay
Hodson Bay Hotel Hotel
Hodson Bay Hotel Athlone
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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Hodson Bay Hotel?

Hodson Bay Hotel provides free cancellation on select room rates. For more details, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Hodson Bay Hotel?

As of Apr 12, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hodson Bay Hotel on Apr 19, 2026 start from $135, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What can I see near Hodson Bay Hotel?

This hotel is located in Athlone, just steps from The Spa at Hodson Bay and Athlone Golf Club, and within a short walk of Lough Ree. You'll also find Athlone Castle and Athlone Leisure World within a short drive.

Is a spa located at Hodson Bay Hotel?

There is a full-service spa available for guests to enjoy and services include body wraps, couples treatments, massages, and mani/pedis.

Does Hodson Bay Hotel feature a casino at the property?

No, Hodson Bay Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Hodson Bay Hotel?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool along with a hot tub.

Does Hodson Bay Hotel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Hodson Bay Hotel has 2 restaurants, and serves a full breakfast each morning for a surcharge.

Does Hodson Bay Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Hodson Bay Hotel.

Does Hodson Bay Hotel offer wedding services?

Take advantage of the wedding venue at Hodson Bay Hotel if you plan to say "I do" during your trip.

Hodson Bay Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 476 out of 949 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 310 out of 949 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 105 out of 949 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 41 out of 949 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 949 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Fahd

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

David

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Breakfast was amazing. Room was amazing
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ester

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean, spacious room Friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely clean spacious room Friendly staff Fab food
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Kieran

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luke

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, comfortable bed and pillows, nice powerful shower, great breakfast and helpful staff. We didn’t have time to use the pool but it looked good.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Mike

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Rooms were very clean
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marats

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Swimming pool was awsome and gym was great. Rooms nice cozy
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Collette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Nothing to write home about. Would look at the other Spa Hotels around the Shannon for something better.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing hotel!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

ANTONY

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff excellent facilities great
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

anita

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Pool etc was a great extra touch but expected hot tub to be at least warm. Great hotel
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

terence

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jack

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

10/10 Excellent

Francis

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marianne

Traveled with group
Liked: Amenities
Stunning hotel,good spa,good views…
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Seamus

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

10/10 Excellent

James

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

Great stay.

Beautiful location, excellent facilities and the food was superb. The exercise pool and gym were top of the line, first rate equipment. A 5 Star facility
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Annaliesa

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

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