Lord Bagenal Inn

4.0 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, in the vicinity of Fairgreen Shopping Centre

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Lobby
Property grounds
Garden
Exterior

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

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Main Street, Leighlinbridge, Co. Carlow
  • Place, Gowran Park Racecourse
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, The Hub
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, Kilkenny Castle
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

Superior Twin Room, Multiple Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Deluxe Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Leighlinbridge

Lord Bagenal Inn places you within a 15-minute drive of popular attractions such as Fairgreen Shopping Centre and Carlow Town Park. This 39-room, 4-star hotel has conveniences like free breakfast, a restaurant, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Carlow Town Park - 11 min drive - 9.0 miles
  • Visual Centre for Contemporary Art and The George Bernard Shaw Theatre - 12 min drive - 9.2 miles
  • Gowran Park Racecourse - 15 min drive - 12.6 miles
  • The Hub - 16 min drive - 15.7 miles
  • Kilkenny Castle - 21 min drive - 17.6 miles

Getting around

  • Bagenalstown Station - 5 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lawlors Pub - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Lord Bagenal Inn - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Bakewell - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Lord Bagenal Inn

Hotel with free breakfast, in the vicinity of Fairgreen Shopping Centre
Lord Bagenal Inn features free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and a terrace. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with dry cleaning/laundry, securing valuables, and tours or tickets. Additional amenities include laundry facilities and a garden.
TVs come with satellite channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi and wired Internet. Coffee makers, safes, and ironing boards are also standard.

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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

  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

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

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 4 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.

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 and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

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

Lord Bagenal Inn Leighlinbridge
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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Lord Bagenal Inn?

Lord Bagenal Inn offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For more details, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Lord Bagenal Inn?

As of Oct 10, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lord Bagenal Inn on Nov 9, 2025 start from $128.1, excluding 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's there to do close to Lord Bagenal Inn?

This hotel is located in Leighlinbridge within a short 4-minute walk of Black Castle. You'll also find Ballyloughan Castle and Royal Oak Distillery within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Lord Bagenal Inn?

No, there isn't parking available at the hotel.

Does Lord Bagenal Inn have a casino at the property?

No, Lord Bagenal Inn doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Lord Bagenal Inn?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Lord Bagenal Inn?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like free Internet access as well as a bar and a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at Lord Bagenal Inn?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Lord Bagenal Inn have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Lord Bagenal Inn serves free full breakfasts each morning from its restaurant.

Does Lord Bagenal Inn allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Lord Bagenal Inn.

Does Lord Bagenal Inn have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

Are there rooms with balconies at Lord Bagenal Inn?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Lord Bagenal Inn.

Lord Bagenal Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 70 out of 103 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 103 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 103 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 103 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 103 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

James

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The layout was weird, so that we had to lug our bags down/up stairs even after taking the elevator. Serious problem for anyone with mobility issues.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

June

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

Great stay

Enjoyed our one night stay very much. The breakfast was great and the staff couldn’t do enough for us.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

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

Very comfortable short stay

Very pleasent one night stay , i use thsi hotel every year for my annaul work in Carlow. Always admire the flowers in reception amazing every year
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Thomas

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Great staff, alright facility, no mini fridge, no microwave. Its still a good place to stay but don't expect 4 star amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lea

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel's exterior doesn't even hint at what's inside. The area is spacious, flowing and absolutely lovely in the lobby and Waterfront restaurant. We drove all over Ireland for the past 2 weeks and this is the only hotel that had a shower curtain so the floor wasnt flooded (those half walls do nothing, especially when you can't adjust the showerhead to not spray outside the shower stall) and a bathroom exhaust fan so the mirror didnt steam over. The staff were so friendly and helpful,Orla especially, at reception. She recommended so many amazing things to do in the area. We went to some the next day and had so much fun at Hook Lighthouse, eating in Kilmore Quay and visiting Huntington Castle. The breakfast in the morning had fantastic pan au chocolate and the fried brie at Lord Bagenals restaurant was so very good. We really enjoyed our 2 nights here and would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Virginia

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig, Barrie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the helpful staff at every turn. The hotel is a beautiful collection of old furniture and many lounge areas. The lunch at the carvery was excellent and our ned was comfy!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Heidi

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disappointing Stay at the Lord Bagenal Inn – Not Worth the Price ⭐️⭐️☆☆☆ Of all the places I stayed during my 10-night trip through Ireland—both in the Republic and Northern Ireland—the Lord Bagenal Inn was, unfortunately, the only one I truly didn’t enjoy. At €195 per night, I expected something much better, especially this far into my journey (night 9), when I had plenty of comparisons. The room felt tired and dated, with worn carpet featuring visible stains and furniture that was both scratched and oddly arranged. It didn’t feel thoughtfully put together—just mismatched and neglected. To make matters worse, the view from the room was dismal. I can’t help but wonder if booking through Expedia influenced the room assignment, but regardless, it was far from pleasant. The layout of the hotel was also confusing and impractical. From the elevator, I had to navigate a set of stairs down to the room—an odd and inconvenient design, especially for guests with luggage. It left me scratching my head as to how this setup made it through planning for a modern traveler. That said, I do want to give credit where it’s due: the breakfast was genuinely excellent—by far the best of all the accommodations we stayed in throughout Ireland. It was clear that more care and attention went into the kitchen than into the guest rooms. All in all, while the Lord Bagenal Inn might work for some, it just didn’t meet the expectations set by the price or my previous stays elsewhere in Ireland
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Always a good stay. Clean and nicely fitted out. Included breakfast is great value. Our second time here. Would go back.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

CHRIS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved the Inn. Our room was very clean and spacious and the grounds were beautiful. The food at the onsite restaurant was outstanding
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenny

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

A true gem

This was such a beautiful hotel in such a beautiful location. The staff were incredibly friendly and helpful and we loved the decor and different spaces to just relax within the hotel. We dined in the bistro and again, this was a great experience. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sammy

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

6/10 Okay

M K

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Shelly

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grant

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The log fire, home from home.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic ….first time staying at this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Paul

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Comfy Country Hotel

Lovely country hotel in Ireland with great staff and amazing bar restaurant. Decor a little tired bur superb comfy bed and great Guinness!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deanne

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

Friendly caring hotel

It is a lovely town with a perfect place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and excellant food.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

pablo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Alice

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Inn was very nice, but a little dated. The staff were very friendly and helpful. Our room was nice and the bed was extremely comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela, Queen Creek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quaint town and nice hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable accommodations for a family staying near Kilkenny. The restaurant was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024