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Ashtown Lane, Marlton Rd, Wicklow, Ireland
#4 of 15 hotels in Wicklow
Guests' ChoiceReview Score
Based on 185 B&B reviews
9.3Score breakdown
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Cleanliness
9.6
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Comfort
9.6
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Location
9.2
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Facilities
9.3
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Staff
9.8
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Value for money
9.4
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Free WiFi
8.9
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Reviewed: December 15, 2023
Kim
United States of America11 Reviews5 helpful votes10“Perfect. Close to town private and secluded”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Clean beautifully landscaped and decorated Breakfast is amazing. 12/0
Stayed in October 2023
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Reviewed: October 26, 2023
Geri
United States of America2 Reviews10“MARVELOUS, SO COMFORTABLE, AND I REALLY ENJOYED FIONA'S COOKIES AND CHOCOLATE BARS”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
ABSOLUTELY NOTHING!
Fiona is an exceptional hostess! Since I was traveling by buses & trains on my visit to Ireland, I tried to choose lodging close to each town's city center. Wicklow is a smaller town than I had imagined, and Glen na Smole was a little more than a mile or so out of town. Fiona not only picked me up from the bus stop the day I arrived, she drove me back into town for dinner that evening. She even arranged for me to have dinner at a very good restaurant! I then took a taxi back to the B&B for the night. After a delicious breakfast in the cozy, sunny breakfast room, Fiona AGAIN drove me back to the bus stop in town and I went happily on to Dublin for the remaining few days of my trip. I would like to add that I am celebrating my 85th birthday in 18 days, and I was using a cane to steady myself on this trip to attend my niece's wedding, apprehensively, I must add, but I was overwhelmed by the kindness of the Irish people who assisted me getting on and off of busses & train attendants who directed me to the right car where I had booked a ticket. This trip confirmed for me that there are far more good, caring people in our world than those who are not. THANK YOU, FIONA!
Stayed in October 2023
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Reviewed: October 18, 2023
Scott
United States of America2 Reviews1 helpful vote10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Triple Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The room was clean and well put together. We had an excellent breakfast.
Stayed in September 2023
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Reviewed: October 12, 2023
Katherine
United States of America5 Reviews9.0“Lovely Stay at Glen na Smole”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The best breakfast on our trip! The host was so pleasant and the B&B lovely. I highly recommend Glen na Smole.
Stayed in October 2023
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Reviewed: October 9, 2023
Angela
United States of America16 Reviews10“Loved our location in Wicklow, ate at the Bridge’s Tavern two nights, attended Sunday Mass at local St. Patrick’s Church”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Twin Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing, however, if you are a larger person, be sure to ask for a larger bath. It was fine for us.
Quiet, welcoming home with Fiona our lovely, hospitable hostess. Toured the Historic Wicklow Gail (recommended), traveled 1/2 hr to walk the Glen da Lough area, bonus: found God’s Cottage ( small shop with quiet prayer room) Beautiful area!
Stayed in October 2023
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Reviewed: October 6, 2023
Kevin
United Kingdom6 Reviews8.0“Excellent and the owner drove us into the town which was great customer service”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The breakfast was the best throughout our travels
Stayed in September 2023
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Reviewed: October 1, 2023
Gabor
Ireland62 Reviews10 helpful votes10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
One of the best B&Bs I ever stayed. Location: 10/10 Hospitality: 10/10 Room: 10/10 Breakfast: 11/10
Stayed in October 2023
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Reviewed: September 30, 2023
Eileen
Ireland1 review10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Excellent value for money. Lovely treats in our bedroom too.
Stayed in September 2023
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Reviewed: September 29, 2023
Woonchee
United Kingdom13 Reviews1 helpful vote8.0Very Good- • Leisure trip
- • Travelers with friends
- • Triple Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Water pressure was a bit low
Wonderful space, excellent breakfast, clean and neat
Stayed in September 2023
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Reviewed: September 27, 2023
Parke
United States of America1 review10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
Our host is an excellent cook. The pastries, marmalade and food were fresh, delicious and well prepared. I would definitely stay here again when in the Wicklow area. In fact, I might come back again just for the food.
Stayed in September 2023
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Reviewed: September 17, 2023
Georgina
Ireland5 Reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
A fabulous host, a delicious breakfast, a really clean and comfortable room, what more could you want! This felt like a home from home and we look forward to staying there again soon
Stayed in September 2023
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Reviewed: September 17, 2023
Gemma
Ireland1 review8.0“Great BnB”- • Business trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
It was lovely, especially nice to have a deep bath after a 6 hour drive.
Stayed in September 2023
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Reviewed: September 17, 2023
Ainhoa
Germany41 Reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Beautiful place with large bedroom. Tasty breakfast. Lovely host.
Stayed in September 2023
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Reviewed: September 10, 2023
Lulla_shacky
Malta9 Reviews10Exceptional- • Family with young children
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
We didn't stay longer!
Great B&B! We were warmly welcomed and the room was great. Clean and homely. Great size bathroom with full bath and shower. The breakfast was fantastic! Great choice and cooked beautifully.
Stayed in September 2023
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Reviewed: September 10, 2023
Gabriele
Ireland7 Reviews10“very well will definitely come back again !”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Triple Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Avery friendly host !
Stayed in September 2023
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Reviewed: September 7, 2023
Brad
Australia1 review9.0“Comfortable, relaxing and stress free. Glen na Smole an idea base to explore Wicklow”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Triple Room
- • Stayed 1 night
My stay was too short.
Fiona is a wonderful host. Nothing was too much trouble. She was flexible and accommodating when I wanted to change my breakfast booking. She gave excellent advice about what Wicklow has to offer. She is a very fine chef. The property is spotless, immaculate but still welcoming.
Stayed in September 2023
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Reviewed: September 6, 2023
Francesco
Italy23 Reviews1 helpful vote10“Wonderfull B&B!”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Triple Room
- • Stayed 1 night
It was the best B&B we ever been! The kindness of the owner really surprise us. Very charming room style with treats for my child in the room. The best part was the breakfast and the beautilful breakfast room. Outstanding value for money and Wiklow was a surprise.
Stayed in September 2023
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Reviewed: September 4, 2023
Mary
United Kingdom6 Reviews10“Definitely think I would come back I”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
Fiona was so welcoming and the breakfast menu was over and beyond
Stayed in September 2023
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Reviewed: August 31, 2023
Jenna
Ireland4 Reviews10“Would stay again if we were in the area! Good value for money.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Triple Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Can’t find anything to say!
Beds were comfy, Fiona was lovely, breakfast (we had potato cakes and salmon, and Baileys porridge) were incredible.
Stayed in August 2023
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Reviewed: July 23, 2023
Martin
Germany5 Reviews9.0“Nice stay with a very friendly host and extraordinary breakfast”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Triple Room
- • Stayed 1 night
No ideas for further improvements.
Very friendly and attentive host with extraordinary cooked breakfast with many choices. Nice recommendation for the evening.
Stayed in July 2023
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Reviewed: July 16, 2023
Loreta
Ireland9 Reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
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Everything was just perfect
Stayed in July 2023
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Reviewed: July 15, 2023
Derek
Ireland2 Reviews10“Highly recommend”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Beautiful home. Lovely host
Stayed in July 2023
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Reviewed: July 10, 2023
David
Ireland11 Reviews9.0Wonderful- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Triple Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Very nice host and B&B. Very accommodating with an early (and delicious) breakfast, as I had an early departure.
Stayed in July 2023
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Reviewed: July 9, 2023
Lorcan
Ireland1 review10“Excellent accommodation”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Fiona was super welcoming/accommodating and friendly. We stayed here for 1 night as we attended a wedding in tinnakilly house. Fiona offered us lifts to/from the venue and gave us tips about taxis/getting to and from there. For the price it was unbelievable accommodation (big room) and a really good breakfast the next day. Would highly recommend here!
Stayed in July 2023
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