The Glendalough Hotel

Hotels
7.4 (1329 reviews)
Glendalough , Laragh , ie

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
BBQ facilities
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Good location
Helpful staff
Comfortable beds
Cons:
Unclean rooms
Cold food
Limited amenities

Categories

Cleanliness
5.9
Multiple comments about unclean rooms and concerns regarding hygiene.
Service
8.4
Staff were generally described as lovely and accommodating, but there were issues with check-in.
Location
9.4
Stunning and convenient location near Glendalough.
Room Quality
6.4
Rooms were described as cold and in need of maintenance.
Amenities
8.4
Basic amenities available; however, some reviews mention the lack of essential items.
Value for Money
6.9
Guests felt the quality didn't match the price paid.
Food and Beverage
5.4
Food quality was frequently criticized; many dishes served cold.
Overall Experience
8.4
Despite several negative aspects, many enjoyed their stay overall, particularly the location.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 19:40

Property Description

Scenic Views and Comfortable Rooms

Situated in the heart of Wicklow Mountains National Park, Glendalough Hotel offers picturesque views of the historic Glendalough Cathedral. Most rooms provide charming countryside and mountain views, equipped with essential amenities like a work desk, hairdryer, and iron for a comfortable stay.

Delightful Dining Experience

Indulge in a culinary journey at Glendassan River Restaurant, where local and international dishes are crafted from fresh, local ingredients. Experience the warm ambiance of Glendalough Tavern, offering a cozy Irish pub atmosphere along with delicious bar food. Don't forget to unwind in the lounge by the open fire during winter.

Outdoor Activities and Nearby Attractions

Explore the renowned walking trails and climbing routes in Wicklow Mountains National Park. With 6 golf courses within a short distance, golf enthusiasts will be thrilled. Conveniently located just a short drive from Waterford and the seashore, Glendalough Hotel is the perfect base for your adventures.

Book your stay at Glendalough Hotel now for a memorable getaway.

Important information:

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
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.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 3 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children from 4 years old to 12 years old stay for € 30 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.4
Based on 1329 reviews
Cleanliness: 5.9
Service: 8.4
Location: 9.4
Room Quality: 6.4
Amenities: 8.4
Value for Money: 6.9
Food and Beverage: 5.4
Overall Experience: 8.4
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Vjaceslavs • solo_traveller • ie
7
2026-04-18 • via Nuitee
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Marco Urban • couple • de
8
Pros:

It was a very nice hotel. The staff was friendly especially the Barkeeper! It was very quiet.
They packed packages for us instead of the breakfast.

Cons:

Some Lightswitches did not work and we had no toilet paper (in defense for the staff: We forgot to ask after we recognized it.

2026-04-17 • via Nuitee
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Joanne • couple • us
8
Excellent location in beautiful Glendalough
Pros:

Beautiful location. Bed and bathroom clean and comfortable

Cons:

The halls and reception were a bit shabby, could do with updating

2026-04-16 • via Nuitee
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Menno • solo_traveller • nl
7
Netjes en schoon maar gedateerd
Pros:

De omgeving

Cons:

Iets wat gedateerd hotel. Maar netjes en schoon. Eten is prima in de bistro. Het ontbijt was karig met alleen maar een keuze uit een echt Iers ontbijt of Yoghurt met muesli . De ligging daarintegen is top. Je kan vanuit het hote zol alle wandel routes op.

2026-04-15 • via Nuitee
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Laura • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-04-15 • via Nuitee
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scott • couple • ie
8
Getting here is easy with the couch, scenery is just beautiful but food and drinks are too expensiv
Pros:

Getting the couch was handy enough, the location was quite amazing. But the price of food/drinks is a pure rip off the bedroom was good. Now the scenery was just amazing even when it rained. The staff are awesome!
Thanks

Cons:

Price of food and drinks are just a joke!!!

2026-04-14 • via Nuitee
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Joanne • solo_traveller • ie
9
2026-04-13 • via Nuitee
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O'Carroll • solo_traveller • au
10
Gem of a hotel.
Pros:

Phenomenal location immediately adjacent to the monastic settlement. Lovely building and complex. The rooms were excellent with an extremely comfortable bed. Large, well appointed bathroom. The onsite pub and restaurant were cosy and served delicious food. The staff were lovely, especially Michael in the bar whose wish for sunshine during our vow renewal ceremony the next day came true despite all forecasts to the contrary.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-04-13 • via Nuitee
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Paul • solo_traveller • ie
8
Pros:

Location was excellent. Hotel was very good value for money.

Cons:

Check in process took a bit long. Probably need more staff on the desk at the Check in time.

2026-04-13 • via Nuitee
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Alexander Geissler • family_with_children • de
5
2026-04-11 • via Nuitee
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Catherine • couple • es
9
2026-04-11 • via Nuitee
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Anne-Marie • family_with_children • gb
5
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Breakfast was woeful, choice and quality of food very poor. Toaster hardly toasted bread, no fresh fruit and food warmers not the best so hot food was luke warm.
Bar area could do with a bit of tlc...

2026-04-11 • via Nuitee
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Mary • solo_traveller • ie
8
2026-04-11 • via Nuitee
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Nicola • couple • gb
7
Pros:

Beautiful location

2026-04-10 • via Nuitee
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GeorgeIreland2017 • couple • ie
5
It’s an 80s-style hotel with poor facilities, overly relying on its location.
Pros:

Staff - espicially the breakfast girls

Cons:

It’s an 80s-style hotel with poor facilities, relying heavily on its location. It’s also uncomfortably close to one of Ireland’s great monuments.

There’s no gym, the WiFi is terrible, and the breakfast is well below average. No sauna either — which is a missed opportunity, especially given the location. Even the staff agree it would be an obvious addition.

2026-04-10 • via Nuitee
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Stefanie • family_with_children • de
8
Ein schönes, charmantes Hotel in toller Lage .
Pros:

Es war sehr schön auch wenn der Teppich im Zimmer sich nicht wirklich gut anfühlt weil er schon sehr plüschig und etwas älter ist.
Die Lage ist toll , das Restaurant und die Bar sind super. Das Essen war wirklich lecker aber die Küche schließt um 20.30…
Das Personal war extrem freundlich!

Cons:

Das Frühstück ist wirklich mies…. Trockener Schinken, trockene Spiegeleier, Dosenfrüchte … kein Käse oder andere Beläge zum Toast.
Wir hatten am ersten Morgen den Zeitslot um 9.45 und ab 10 Uhr wurde bereits abgeräumt… Toast und Saft waren als erstes weg und es wurde schon geputzt und roch extrem nach Chlor.

2026-04-09 • via Nuitee
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Angela • couple • gb
10
Perfect
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Nothing

2026-04-07 • via Nuitee
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Bouché • solo_traveller • ie
6
Pros:

Personnel à l'accueil très serviable

Cons:

Lenteur du service au restaurant

2026-04-07 • via Nuitee
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Vjaceslavs • solo_traveller • ie
8
2026-04-07 • via Nuitee
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Costinean • couple • ie
9
2026-04-07 • via Nuitee