Woodford Dolmen Hotel Carlow

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Scored 8.5
Rated very good

Staff

9.2

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 8.7 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Restaurant
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Room service
  • Bar

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.8)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Gluten-free, Buffet

  • Free parking available at the hotel

Loyal Customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.

Availability

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Guest reviews

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See what guests loved the most:

Rhonda
United States United States
“This hotel was clean, nicely appointed compared to many places in Ireland, had a wonderful breakfast, and a helpful staff”
Ava
Ireland Ireland
“Room was a more than adequate size. Very clean, with all the essentials included. Did not sample breakfast or dinner, but menu looked varied.”
Melinda
United States United States
“Lina at the front desk was especially friendly and helpful. The hotel was charming and beautiful! The Breakfast staff were very courteous and friendly as well.”
Siobhan
Ireland Ireland
“Lovely hotel, staff were friendly and helpful. Wed stay again”
Beffa
United States United States
“The dining experience was fabulous. The room was comfortable and very nice. We wished we had more days there!”
Margaret
United States United States
“I stayed here several times and always been happy with the rooms, the staff, and the pub. The buffet breakfast is wonderful and good value.”
Shane
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The room was absolutely fabulous, we booked a family room but a got a suite and to our surprise there was a full functioning jucuzzi. All the staff were really pleasant especially Jasmine.”
Linda
United States United States
“This place has the nicest people! I left my travel converter at a different hotel, and no less than three people came out of the woodwork at 11p to lend me one! One of them was a guest! Staff recommendations for dinner led to the best meal we had...”
Dolores
Ireland Ireland
“Breakfast was delicious. I found the staff were welcoming, friendly ,helpful and very efficient.”
Anne
Ireland Ireland
“Friendly helpful staff. Good food. Quick access to Carlow Center.”

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, 8.6

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Restaurant
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Room service
  • Bar

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 accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of € 100 is required on arrival. That's about $115. 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 16 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib always available
Free
3 - 12 years
Extra bed upon request
Free

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

All extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 6 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
Cards accepted at this hotel
American ExpressVisaMastercardMaestro Cash is not accepted

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.

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