Woodford Dolmen Hotel Carlow – A Favorite for Families in Carlow
About the Hotel
Rooms & Suites
The Woodford Dolmen Hotel offers 81 rooms, including 8 family rooms and 3 suites. Rooms feature flat-screen TVs, tea and coffee facilities, and free Wi-Fi. Suites include super king-size beds and Jacuzzi baths. Some rooms overlook the River Barrow, Killeshin Hills, or the hotel's fairy garden.
Dining & Bars
The Plum Tree Bistro serves dishes made with local produce, including herbs from the chef's garden. The bar offers local gins, whiskeys, and cocktails. The Orangery is an outdoor space for light snacks and drinks. A carvery is available on Sundays from 12 to 4 PM.
Leisure & Grounds
The hotel sits on 10 acres with landscaped gardens, a private island connected by a bridge, and the Draoicht Glen Fairy Garden. The River Barrow and Killeshin Hills provide scenic views. Live music events feature artists like Jimmy Buckley and Mike Denver.
Location & Access
The hotel is 5 minutes from Carlow town, 50 minutes from Dublin Airport, and 30 minutes from Kilkenny. Nearby attractions include Brownshill Dolmen, Carlow County Museum, and Go With The Flow River Adventures. Carlow Train Station is a 5-minute taxi ride away.
Services & Events
The hotel has conference facilities for up to 600 guests and offers wedding packages with outdoor ceremony options. Staff assist with event planning. Accessible rooms and public areas are available. Free parking and Wi-Fi are provided. The kitchen team has over 150 years of combined experience.
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Wheelchair access
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Allergy-free rooms
- Lift
- ATM/Cash machine
- Vending machines
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Sports & Fitness
- Fishing
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Dry cleaning
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Children's menu
Facilities for people with disabilities
- Toilet for disabled
- Bathroom for disabled
Spa & Leisure
- Garden area
- BBQ facilities
Room features
- Free Wi-Fi in rooms
- Heating
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock