About this property
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 8.5 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Indoor swimming pool
- Free parking
- Spa
- Free Wifi
- Restaurant
- Fitness center
- Family rooms
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Bar
Sustainability
Green Hospitality Ecolabel
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Kelly
Ireland“We don't do breakfast but did get diner .. it was fabbbbulous” - Stack 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“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“Beautiful spacious room. Wonderful and generous toiletries. Staff was incredible. Delicious breakfast. Parking on site. Would definitely recommend.” - Janey
United Kingdom“Wonderful , great rooms , good food, lovely staff would highly recommend a stay here.” - Colette Ireland“Very clean and comfortable, staff are very friendly and helpful. The food is fantastic! The pool is amazing.”
- John United States“Food was good. Atmosphere was pleasant. Staff were friendly and helpful. Large deep bath with fast running hot water was a real luxury.”
- Johncassidy Ireland“Great staff and new Bar/Restaurant. Nothing to fault within the hotel. The services was second to none throughout my stay. I cannot wait to go back.”
- Merribeth United States“The staff were friendly, it was clean and very good breakfast”
- Dermot Ireland“Beautiful hotel on the edge of Carlow town, the room was spotless clean and very comfortable. The breakfast was excellent as was the coffee. Thw hotel has an excellent Gym, swimming pool, bar and restaurant. I would definitely stay at this hotel...”
Hotel area info
Restaurants
- Liberty Tree Restaurant
- CuisineIrish • International
- Open forBreakfast • Dinner
- AmbienceFamily-friendly • Traditional • Modern • Romantic
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 4 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.
The fine print
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.
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.
A damage deposit of € 150 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
