Lawless's Hotel & Holiday Village  

Situated in the picturesque award winning village of Aughrim, nestling in the heart of the Wicklow Hills, the hotel offers a tranquil rural retreat only an hour's drive from Dublin. Facilities surrounding the hotel include a 4 acre man-made angling park offering fishing all year round and superb walking country. Wicklow also boasts 22 of the country's finest golf courses. Along with the individually designed rooms in our hotel, the hotel also offers 28 luxury self-catering town houses with a river bank setting, available adjacent to the hotel.

The family owned and managed Lawless's Hotel & Holiday Village offers all the charm of a bygone era, with modern comforts, fine food and service expected by the discerning guest. The elegantly furnished Park Room, an ideal venue for weddings or parties, leads onto a magnificent riverside garden, beside the cascading weir, where guests will find a tranquil haven in a unique setting. The emphasis on personal, friendly and efficient attention to detail results in customer satisfaction whatever the occasion and the staff are devoted to making your stay as welcoming and enjoyable as possible. Lawless's Hotel & Holiday Village takes pride in the quality of their personal service and commitment to highest standards.

Our award-winning restaurant is a member of The Taste of Wicklow Group and enjoys a well-established reputation for the finest cuisine and friendly, efficient service. Table d’hôte and à la carte menus are imaginative and varied, taking full advantage of fresh local fish, game and vegetables. There is also an extensive wine list.

The Thirsty Trout Bar and Snug Lounge are popular local meeting places. Here you will find the local angler, sheep farmer or football team enjoying an excellent pint with visiting guests from around the globe. The convivial atmosphere of the genuine Irish country pub certainly prevails.

The comfortable bedrooms are furnished to the highest standard with elegant Victorian or Country Pine decor.

Battle of Aughrim Interpretative Centre (3 km) - Commemorating the forgotten day of Irish history, the Battle of Aughrim, fought between 45,000 soldiers on July 12th, 1691. Facilities include an audio visual show by John Kavanagh, tourist information service and selection of books, gifts and souvenirs.

Avoca Village (8 km) - The small village of Avoca rose to international fame in the mid-1990s when it was chosen as the set for the BBC series 'Ballykissangel'. Fitzgerald's Irish Pub was the main filming location for the show and remains the focal point of the town.

Arklow (12 km) - This lively shopping town was one of the busiest ports in Ireland. Arklow has an attractive main street with ornate lighting and a charming riverside walk. St. Saviours' Church, impressively floodlit at night, dominates the high ground of the town.

Arklow Maritime Museum (14 km) - Maritime history of Arklow, illustrated by paintings (several by Reuben Chappell), many ship models, navigation and safety equipment shipwrights' tools and general nautical memorabilia. Display on the torpedoing of the Lusitania. Archives include photos.

The hotel accepts payment in EUR.

The child rate is only applicable for double rooms if sharing with 2 paying adults.

Non-smoking rooms on request (subject to availability).

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