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. Situated 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 idyllic 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 travellers, our hotel offers six meeting and event spaces accommodating up to 600 delegates. The renowned DOME Entertainment Centre, 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 boasts 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 particularly like the location — they rated it 8.5 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Indoor swimming pool
- Free parking
- Spa and wellness centre
- Free WiFi
- Restaurant
- Fitness centre
- Family rooms
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Bar
Sustainability
Green Hospitality Ecolabel
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Eoin
Ireland“We have stayed here a few times, location excellent, staff really good and friendly, lovely hotel” - June Ireland“The staff were so friendly, they went out of their way to help. My son is gulten free, and staff made sure he was catered for. Cannot praise staff enough.”
- Michael Ireland“Super property fantastic staff so helpful & welcoming would most definitely stay there again”
- Mary
United Kingdom“The staff are an absolute credit. Super helpful, due to a flight delay and heavy traffic from Dublin the restaurant has closed. Within an hour we had food delivered.” - Roblad Ireland“The staff were excellent and so friendly. There was such a relaxed atmosphere.”
- Alistair United Kingdom“Convenient location easy parking and comfortable rooms. Good breakfast.”
- Robert
Sweden“Easy access, parking. Nice entertainment in the evening.” - Maureen Ireland“Staff are absolutely lovely throughout the hotel. Made us feel very welcome and got us a very good rate when we decided to stay an extra night.”
- Mary United Kingdom“Unbelievable staff with my very disruptive staff. Nothing was too much and they helped me relax as they were so friendly with him. Easy access everywhere. Water jugs in rooms and access to water near lifts great idea”
- Andrew United Kingdom“Arrived in the early evening and had a lovely dinner plenty of food very good value The room was spotless, staff were friendly, breakfast was beautiful i couldn't fault it”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
- Liberty Tree Restaurant
- CuisineIrish • International
- Open forBreakfast • Dinner
- AmbianceFamily friendly • Traditional • Modern • Romantic
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 4 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
All cots 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 identification 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 via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
