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Woodford Dolmen Hotel

4.0 star property
Riverfront hotel with a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant

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Reception
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Front of property
Exterior
Terrace/patio

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Kilkenny Road, Carlow, Carlow, R93 N207
  • Place, Fairgreen Shopping Centre
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Carlow Town Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Visual Centre for Contemporary Art and The George Bernard Shaw Theatre
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

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Executive King Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Executive King Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 118 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic King or Twin Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Classic King or Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • 118 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

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Classic Family Room - Double & 2 Singles | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Classic Family Room - Double & 2 Singles

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Executive Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Executive Family - Double and 3 Singles

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Carlow

Woodford Dolmen Hotel places you within a few miles (5 km) of Fairgreen Shopping Centre and Liberty Tree. This 4-star hotel has 80 guestrooms and offers conveniences like a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Fairgreen Shopping Centre - 5 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Carlow Town Park - 5 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Visual Centre for Contemporary Art and The George Bernard Shaw Theatre - 6 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • St Patrick's College - 6 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Dr. Cullen Park - 8 min drive - 3.6 miles

Getting around

  • Carlow Station - 5 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪KFC - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Lemongrass - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Yummy Noodles Box - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Dinn Rí - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Tully's Bar - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Woodford Dolmen Hotel

Riverfront hotel with a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant
Guests of Woodford Dolmen Hotel enjoy access to free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and conference space. Free parking is included with your stay. Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with luggage storage, dry cleaning/laundry, and securing valuables. Additional amenities include a business center, coffee/tea in a common area, and a garden.
Guests can enjoy free WiFi and flat-screen TVs. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Safes, phones, and desks are also available.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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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
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • 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

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between December 24 and December 29.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 30.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: EUR 80.00 per stay

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • 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

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
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and a security system
  • Check-in: 4 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking, along with a car charging station.

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 smoke detector and a security system.

National rating

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.

Property is also known as

Dolmen Hotel
Woodford Dolmen
Woodford Dolmen Carlow
Woodford Dolmen Hotel
Woodford Dolmen Hotel Carlow
Dolmen Hotel Carlow
Woodford Dolmen Hotel Hotel
Woodford Dolmen Hotel Carlow
Woodford Dolmen Hotel Hotel Carlow

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Woodford Dolmen Hotel?

Woodford Dolmen Hotel offers free cancellation on some room rates. If you'd like to learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What can I see near Woodford Dolmen Hotel?

This hotel is located in Carlow, close to Fairgreen Shopping Centre, Carlow Town Park, and St Patrick's College. You'll also find Delta Sensory Gardens and Visual Centre for Contemporary Art and The George Bernard Shaw Theatre within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Woodford Dolmen Hotel?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Electric car charging and bicycle parking are also available.

Does Woodford Dolmen Hotel have a casino on the premises?

No, Woodford Dolmen Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Woodford Dolmen Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Woodford Dolmen Hotel a good place to stay for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this riverfront hotel, including a bar, a restaurant, and wedding services.

Are there hot tubs at Woodford Dolmen Hotel?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Woodford Dolmen Hotel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Woodford Dolmen Hotel serves buffet breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Plum Tree Bistro.

Does Woodford Dolmen Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Woodford Dolmen Hotel.

Does Woodford Dolmen Hotel have connecting rooms?

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

Are there rooms with balconies at Woodford Dolmen Hotel?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Woodford Dolmen Hotel.

Does Woodford Dolmen Hotel have a wedding venue?

There are wedding services available at Woodford Dolmen Hotel if that's in your vacation plans.

Woodford Dolmen Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 188 out of 337 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 112 out of 337 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 337 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 337 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 337 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alison

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

10/10 Excellent

Pauline

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

Tea dance aftnoon stay over

Always pleasure to stay here lovely hotel an locely pleasant staff 😀
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Janet

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and quiet, nice bar for drinks
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort

Beautiful hotel but bad experience

Disappointed, main floor room that had main hall door on one side and a van parked outside our window that prohibited us from opening our window. Loud on both sides. Event going on and van outside window was loading at 130 in the morning.Family room beds were odd, lights attached to headboards kept you from being able to sit back in bed, they were in the way, could hit your head if slept close to head of bed. Talked with staff in the morning and they apologized for the terrible experience. She tried to give us credit back for our room, but unfortunately because we booked through hotels.com a third-party she did not know how she could compensate us. We paid nearly US$300 for our room that night and I was very disappointed. She promised she would email us in someway shape or form to make it right and I have yet to receive any correspondence.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

michelle

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marion

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We spent one night here on our way from Dublin to Kilkenny. The staff were prompt and very polite. The location is rural, but the facility is top notch. A grand staircase greets you as you enter the main lobby. As a group, we occupied three rooms. Our only issue was the lack of room air conditioning (but iist say the temps while we visited were the highest in almost 80 years). The rooms are equipped with an energy saving feature, you must place a room key in a wall mounted to activate any in room power or lighting. If your remove the key card to exit the room all lights and wall power turn off. This was not a problem once we figured out how it worked. We had two room keys, so if a person remained in the room, the spare key allowed them to watch television and have lighting.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Craig

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

Nicely refurbished.

I stayed here several years ago and it was in the middle of a refurbishment. Now some time has passed the refurbishment loos great and the room was nicely appointed and equipped. Comfy beds and had a good nights sleep. The service in the bistro bar was good but the food only OK. I would have expected better and there were a lot of flies buzzing round landing on my plate and glass which wasnt nice. Overall nice hotel and top tip, avoid parking under the trees outside the main entrance. My car was covered in so much bird muck the rental company charged me a cleaning fee. :-)
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

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

8/10 Good

John

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edel

Traveled with family
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

10/10 Excellent

Christy

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was excellent! Perfect location and the staff was super friendly and helpful. Beds were amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Madonna

Traveled with family
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

8/10 Good

David, Blackshear

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

10/10 Excellent

Roman

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Daniel

Traveled with family
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

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Will stay again and go down by the river etc

Just Great to get away from home after the communion closer to route to where we are going today. Staff so helpful and friendly. Lovely Breakfast. Requested an extra Bed which I received. Great to have a fan in the room as well the room can be warm x
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pauline

Traveled with group
Liked: Property conditions & facilities

Nyt away

Alwaya a,pleasure stayin here usually down once every month cant fault the hotel foods great an fantastic service look 4ward to next trip down
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Osian

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
Great hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Welcoming friendly staff throughout the hotel. Warm, comfortable and spotless room. Good disabled access and parking. Superb breakfast choice with first class ingredients. The cooked breakfast was the best I’ve tasted in a long time. A very enjoyable stay to be repeated soon.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025