The Glenview Hotel & Leisure Club

Hotels
8.1 (1022 reviews)
Glen of the Downs , Newtown Mount Kennedy , ie

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Electric bicycle charging station
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Terrace
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Good food
Helpful staff
Great location
Spacious rooms
Nice amenities
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
High prices
Service wait times

Categories

Cleanliness
7.49
Mixed reviews; property was found dirty.
Service
8.46
Some staff were very helpful, overall standard quality.
Location
9
Great location, convenient for events.
Room Quality
7.45
Rooms were nice but some issues mentioned regarding damp smell.
Amenities
7.98
Good amenities; however, some reported issues with operating hours.
Value for Money
7.44
Expensive for the quality received; some disappointment with charges.
Food and Beverage
8.99
Food was delicious, highly rated by multiple reviews.
Overall Experience
7.96
Mixed experience; several highlights but also notable issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 00:26

Property Description

Stunning Panoramic Views and Award-Winning Leisure Facilities

With its stunning panoramic views and peaceful setting in Wicklow’s Glen of the Downs, the 4-star Glenview Hotel & Leisure Club offers a luxurious escape. The hotel boasts 70 elegant rooms, the award-winning Woodlands Restaurant, and the relaxing Haven beauty rooms.

State-of-the-Art Leisure Facilities

Indulge in the hotel's excellent leisure facilities, including an 18-metre swimming pool, a top-notch gym, and a variety of relaxation options like a hot tub, sauna, and steam room. The outdoor hot tub and children’s pool add to the charm, making it perfect for families and couples alike.

Convenient Location and Nearby Attractions

Located just 30 minutes from Dublin city centre and close to Dublin Airport, the hotel is a convenient choice. Explore the nearby Dundrum shopping centre, Powerscourt estate, and championship golf courses for a well-rounded stay.

Ready to experience luxury and relaxation at Glenview Hotel & Leisure Club? Book your stay now for an unforgettable getaway.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM

Property Policies

  • Parking

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

  • Internet

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

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for € 10 per person per night when using an available cot.
    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.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.1
Based on 1022 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.49
Service: 8.46
Location: 9
Room Quality: 7.45
Amenities: 7.98
Value for Money: 7.44
Food and Beverage: 8.99
Overall Experience: 7.96
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Jane couple gb
7
Ok
Pros:

Good staff

Cons:

Difficult to find

2026-03-04 via Nuitee
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Chris couple ie
9
2026-03-01 via Nuitee
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Patricia couple ie
8
Lovely getaway weekend
Pros:

Very friendly staff, peaceful relaxing bedrooms and delicious dinner in the Woodlands restaurant. Lovely getaway location.

2026-02-27 via Nuitee
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Bryan couple gb
7
2026-02-26 via Nuitee
C
Carey couple ie
8
2026-02-24 via Nuitee
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Nick couple gr
10
Pros:

2 min walk to Grafton street

Cons:

Heating wasn't all that good, considering we had a very large room. However it was ok.

2026-02-23 via Nuitee
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Louise couple ie
6
Pros:

Location and the food was above expectations

Cons:

It does need a little TLC, upgrade in bathrooms/ bedrooms & main carpet in hallway.

2026-02-23 via Nuitee
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Irene family_with_children ie
8
2026-02-22 via Nuitee
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Michael couple gb
9
Pros:

Great location and good facilities. The staff were really friendly.

2026-02-22 via Nuitee
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H5591JIlouised Couples
6
Mixed experience, falls shy of 4 star
Pros:

Booked directly for Valentine's weekend €208 pp B&B. I called reservations a few times and left a voicemail after booking to confirm we had a double room and query whether a room with a view was available. The phone was never answered and I didn't get a call back, but we did get a double room. Check in after 4 was quite late but checkout of 12 was great so not an issue for us and it was made clear in the booking confirmation email. Location was great just off the M50 and close to the Sugar Loaf, Glendalough, and Powerscourt. Check in process was smooth and valentines cookies offered which was a lovely touch. Check in team were very friendly and helpful. Hotel seemed a little dated/tired but clean. Room was standard, cozy, and clean however no vanity items in bathroom beyond a soap bottle screwed to the wall and similar for a bottle of hair/body wash in shower. Brown staining on bathroom floor tiles. These aren't huge issues but not what I would expect in a 4 star hotel, this feeling unfortunately lingered on other aspects of our stay. We spent time in the leisure club, bad leak coming through one of the reception area walls but the facilities were excellent; sauna, steam room, pool, outdoor hot tub, jacuzzi etc. We didn't brave the cold plunge! Changing rooms were lovely and clean too. We were told no need to book the bar for food on check in, we were then told there were no tables when we got to the bar but the staff accommodated us after a short wait. It was busy but a good atmosphere. We found the menu limited but this is possibly more personal preference, our mains weren't great but did the job and pricing was what you would expect for bar food in a hotel. Our dessert was unfortunately inedible, a raspberry pistachio cheesecake that was a plate of flavoured gelatin. Staff were friendly and service was good overall. Dessert was removed from the bill, but the food wouldn't draw us back. The breakfast service the following morning was fine. Continental and hot food options. Staff seemed a little inexperienced/lost but were friendly and helpful. My partner got a full Irish; hashbrown was burned and sausages were small cuts of shrivelled grizzle. I got avocado and poached eggs and the whole meal tasted very strongly of a vinegar flavour. Again it did the job but wasn't great. Check-out process was quick and easy. Overall the experience was fine but elements were disappointing as we were paying for a 4 star hotel but unfortunately that didn't really line up with our experience. We don't go away regularly so it's more we had budgeted for this trip and were looking forward to it than griping over wanting absolute luxury. The staff were friendly and helpful throughout our stay. The location and leisure facilities are excellent but the food was a real let down. Hits and misses throughout.

2026-02-18 via Tripadvisor
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martinbI7003EU Couples
10
Thumbs up for The Glenview Hotel!
Pros:

Lovely setting in amongst the trees and valley, first impression upon entering the lobby was clean, warm and nice atmosphere with a few people about, reception staff were friendly and efficient checking many in around same time, standard double room was spacious clean and warm, room had double bed, lockers with lamps, table two chairs separate dresser, two wardrobes, tv with decent channels,iron, hairdryer and well tiled bathroom with large bright area for mirror and sinks.
The conservatory bar on the friday night was busy enough and we both ordered different dishes which were tasty with no complaints, cocktails good as well, again the staff were friendly and efficient, the woodlands restaurant on sat feb 14th valentines night the staff were great and the food was exceptional, compliments to whoever was responsible for the food and presentation, the restaurant itself that night was busy but tlonly for the valentine menu it, could have been any night, perhaps a bit of red decor or hearts next time. Breakfast was great both mornings. Overall we both ejoyed the weekend here and would stay again, plus close to many attractions such as avoca house, glendalough, wicklow town and others.

2026-02-15 via Tripadvisor
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mcqlouise Couples London, England
8
Valentine love
Pros:

Passed the Glenview hotel many times thinking I must stay there. So glad we did! The whole experience was fabulous. The hotel is beautiful, the food in the bar and staff on the first night was great. The food in the restaurant on the second nights was exceptional. So many flavours complemented each other in every dish, delicious. Again the staff were really lovely.
Breakfast was really fresh and plenty of choice.
The Glenview is a beautiful hotel in the heart of Wicklow and an ideal spot for sightseeing around Wicklow or just to simply enjoy the hotel and grounds.

2026-02-14 via Tripadvisor
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Anna couple ie
8
Great trip with toddler
Pros:

Location close to bray and greystones.
Pool was great.

Cons:

Found breakfast but overpriced for what you got

2026-02-14 via Nuitee
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Iulian extended_group ie
4
Pros:

Pool

Cons:

Rooms are old

2026-02-12 via Nuitee
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cathymV3165CY Couples
4
Not a four star at all
Pros:

Very poor room in need of repairs and carpet breakfast no fruit not a 4star hotel maybe 3 asked for fish and chips in restaurant got what I can only call fishfinger not good need to spend money on rooms and food 😞

2026-02-07 via Tripadvisor
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U4811IUstephenm Family
10
a five star hotel at four star prices
Pros:

Another 5* experience at the Glenview Hotel. The rooms, staff and facilities are five star level at four star prices. The view is incredible and there is beautiful Wicklow to explore during the day.....it's faultless

2026-02-05 via Tripadvisor
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Road23410961018 Family Santry, County Dublin
10
Enjoyable weekend away
Pros:

Really pleasant weekend break with family. Rooms were clean and well stocked daily with liquid refreshments, Pool and gym were fine.We had dinner in the restaurant on the first night. Staff in Restaurant were so nice and friendly to deal with. Gary and Aine looked after 8 of us so well, Such nice people to represent the hotel. They made our experience extra special. Stayed in the bar the second night and had a very enjoyable evening. Food was decent. We were fairly tipsy going to bed ( Sure why not). Definitely recommend👍

2026-02-01 via Tripadvisor
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Hamiltons-rest Couples Dublin, County Dublin
8
Great Hotel—-/Poor Pillows
Pros:

Lovely hotel. Very clean. Staff very helpful especially the man in the Conservatory Bar. I am a very plain eater and couldn’t find anything to suit me on the menu. I didn’t get the man’s name but for my three nights stay he was very helpful and attentive. The room was very quiet which is what I asked for. The accommodation staff were very pleasant and friendly. My only GRIPE was the PILLOWS. For a four star hotel your pillows let you down big time. They are as flat as pancakes and hard. I asked on my second night could I have a new pillow which I got No Problem but it was exactly the same as the ones I had. 😞😞 I honestly would not return for a second time because of this. Or maybe I’ll just bring my own with me….

2026-01-29 via Tripadvisor
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Daniel couple ie
7
Cons:

I would love to say it was perfect.... but I can't. We went primarily because we wanted the outdoor hot tub/jacuzzi... it wasn't working and had been out of action for a few days when we arrive, which mean the hotel took our booking knowing it was broken but choosing to take the money still without informing us or reducing the price to reflect this. Its sold as a 4 atar spa hotel... I wouldn't agree, I give it only 3

2026-01-28 via Nuitee
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Rafał couple pl
9
2026-01-28 via Nuitee