Discover the exceptional four-star Talbot Hotel Carlow, a proud recipient of the Best Family Hotel and Excellence in Service awards at the 2023 Irish Hotel Awards. Located on the border of Laois and Carlow, just an hour from Dublin and Waterford, and 30 minutes from Kilkenny on the M9, our hotel offers a convenient and beautiful location. Nestled in Graiguecullen on the outskirts of Carlow Town, we're a mere 15-minute stroll from a vibrant selection of bars and restaurants at the heart of Carlow. Bask in comfort in one of our 82 individually designed bedrooms, including two luxurious suites and a range of spacious family and interconnecting rooms. Revel in modern amenities such as complimentary secure parking, WiFi, and access to Talbot Fitness, featuring a fully equipped gym and swimming pool. Savor delectable carvery and lunch served daily from 12:00pm, and explore our evening menu available until 9:00pm at the all-new An Bhearú Bar & Bistro. Additionally, indulge in the award-winning Liberty Tree Restaurant, boasting breathtaking views of the Hills of Killeshin and the Carlow Countryside. For corporate guests and business travelers, our hotel offers six meeting and event spaces accommodating up to 600 delegates. The renowned DOME Entertainment Center, featuring a bowling alley, sports simulator, lazer zone, games arcade, and Congo Quest soft play area, makes us the perfect destination for a memorable family break. Nestled in the heart of Carlow, the Talbot Hotel is the only facility in Carlow Town to offer a swimming pool to guests and locals, providing the finest leisure facilities, including top-notch fitness equipment, spinning and aerobics rooms, and an array of fitness classes. Our historic hotel features over 500 weddings catered, offering traditional yet contemporary wedding experiences in the intimate setting of our Leinster Suite. We're also pleased to accommodate civil ceremonies and non-religious ceremonies, making it an ideal venue for your special day. Moreover, the Talbot Hotel serves as an ideal base for those looking to explore Ireland's Ancient East, offering a range of exciting travel itineraries from Carlow Tourism. Whether it's strolling the Milford Way, exploring Carlow's waterways, indulging in outdoor adventures, or simply unwinding, the hotel caters to a myriad of experiences, making it your ultimate home away from home for your next getaway.

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)

  • Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly-rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

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

  • Free private parking available at the hotel

Loyal Customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


Availability

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Sustainability

This property has 1 third-party sustainability certification.
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William
Ireland Ireland
breakfast very good, room excellent. room service gave me an excellent meal.i was very well satiated.
Hendrikus
Ireland Ireland
We had a fantastic buffet breakfast and the room was large, comfortable and above all, clean, very clean. We didn't have the chance to have dinner at the restaurant but will next time, because we will return to this hotel.
Atanu
Ireland Ireland
The overall atmosphere, cleanliness, housekeeping was great, so was the parking and gym/pool/spa facilities. The lday at the check-in desk was very helpful with suggestions on eating out and places to visit.
Stephen
Ireland Ireland
Clean and spacious, the blonde lady in the restaurant serving breakfast was the highlight of my stay. She was so friendly and helpful. A real asset to your business
Kelly
Ireland Ireland
We don't do breakfast but did get diner .. it was fabbbbulous
Clair
United States United States
It was a spacious room, out of the city centre, but close to a few shops for the things that I needed. Also, the city bus stop was very close.
Stack
Ireland Ireland
Fabulous room, comfiest bed and pillow I've ever slept in in a hotel, great walk in shower plenty of hot water, excellent breakfast with lots to choose from, entertainment in the bar at night, very reasonable price
Clive
New Zealand New Zealand
Hotel handy for overnight before flying out of Dublin if you have a car. A bit tired and room furniture well used.
Jeanette
United States United States
Beautiful spacious room. Wonderful and generous toiletries. Staff was incredible. Delicious breakfast. Parking on site. Would definitely recommend.
Janey
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Wonderful , great rooms , good food, lovely staff would highly recommend a stay here.

Hotel area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Liberty Tree Restaurant
  • Cuisine
    Irish • International
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Dinner
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly • Traditional • Modern • Romantic
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of Talbot Hotel Carlow

Great facilities! Review score, 8.6

Most popular amenities

  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Spa and wellness center
  • Free Wifi
  • Restaurant
  • Fitness center
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar

House rules

Talbot 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 11:30 AM to 12:00 PM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 4 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Crib upon request
Free
4 - 15 years
Extra bed upon request
Free

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All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Maximum 2 children per room are allowed based on two adults sharing.

When booking 4 rooms or more, different policies and additional supplements will apply. A card will be required on check in for payment. If the card will not be present at check in then please contact the hotel to arrange payment in advance. Credit cards will be charged 48 hours prior to arrival and bookings made less than 48 hours prior to arrival will be charged upon booking. Should the card decline, The hotel reserves the right to cancel of the booking.

All guests who do not arrive on their scheduled date of arrival are considered No-Shows.

Once a room is released due to a no-show, there is no obligation to hold it for subsequent nights.

If a guest arrives the following day, the booking may be reinstated at management discretion

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.

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