The Lodge at Woodenbridge

Hotels
8.5 (1258 reviews)
Vale Of Avoca , Arklow , ie

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Heating
Family rooms
Garden
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Good breakfast
Friendly staff
Excellent food
Cons:
Heating issues in room
Blocked car chargers

Categories

Cleanliness
7.71
Room had zero heating and issues with car chargers.
Service
9.18
Staff were wonderful and eager to help.
Location
9.22
Beautiful location, perfect for short stays.
Room Quality
7.17
Room had heating issues requiring a move.
Amenities
8.2
Good on-site facilities but lacked a spa.
Value for Money
8.66
Overall good value with good food quality.
Food and Beverage
9.21
Excellent food quality, especially the lamb.
Overall Experience
8.68
Overall a pleasant stay with minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-06 11:45

Property Description

Scenic Countryside Location
Woodenbridge Lodge is a picturesque retreat situated in the breathtaking Vale of Avoca. Surrounded by landscaped gardens and overlooking the Aughrim River, this tranquil setting offers a perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

Award-Winning Dining and Entertainment
Indulge in culinary delights at the renowned Redmond Restaurant within the Woodenbridge Hotel, offering a fusion of international and Irish cuisine. For a more casual experience, the Gold Mines Bar features live music six nights a week during the summer months, providing a lively atmosphere for guests to unwind and socialize.

Comfortable Rooms with Modern Amenities
Relax in modern rooms equipped with free Wi-Fi, TVs, hairdryers, and work desks. Some rooms even boast balconies with panoramic countryside views, allowing guests to immerse themselves in the natural beauty of the surroundings.

Experience the charm of Woodenbridge Lodge and book your stay to enjoy a perfect blend of relaxation and entertainment.

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: DUB

Location

Guest Reviews

8.5
Based on 1258 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.71
Service: 9.18
Location: 9.22
Room Quality: 7.17
Amenities: 8.2
Value for Money: 8.66
Food and Beverage: 9.21
Overall Experience: 8.68
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Aoife family_with_children ie
10
Very pleased thank you
Pros:

Very nice hotel, lovely clean rooms, lovely location, great breakfast

Cons:

It was very hot in the room however we did stay during very hot weather so understandable.

2026-08-08 via Nuitee
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Ian couple th
8
2026-08-07 via Nuitee
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chris family_with_children gb
9
2026-08-06 via Nuitee
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Anett solo_traveller ie
9
Pros:

The room was spacious,clean. The breakfast is served at the main hotel building , 2 min walking distance from the lodge. There are EV charging points available. The dinner at the smokehouse was nice. There are saunas available to use.

Cons:

The smokehouse is a bit pricey: a seafood plate meant to be for 2ppl is 35 eur, which contains 2pieces of prawn, 2 slices of fish (a small slice of salmon, and the other is some white fish, maybe cod), 1 piece of boiled potato cut in half, and a bucket of mussels... I believe for this price this is below satisfaction. If we weren't order another food ,this one alone would have definitely left us hungry.

2026-08-06 via Nuitee
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Richard couple gb
9
2026-08-04 via Nuitee
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Elizabeth couple ie
10
2026-08-04 via Nuitee
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Olivia solo_traveller ie
6
Pros:

Location. Breakfast was good. Entertainment nightly.

Cons:

Breakfast not served in Lodge, had to go out, walk up a steep main entrance and carpark, across a road, and up a another steep main entrance to main hotel. We had an 86yr old and an 88yr old in our party, so this situation was not ideal. I would not have booked the Lodge had I known. It was not mentioned on the website. Thankfully, it didn't rain.

Also, we went to listen to the music in the hotel. Walked back to the Lodge at 11pm, after dark, and there was not adequate lighting in the car park and on the road surface. It wasn't a safe experience especially for our elderly guests.

Also, we stayed two nights, and our rooms were not serviced.

2026-08-04 via Nuitee
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Ferran family_with_children es
9
Pros:

Relació qualitat-preu

2026-08-03 via Nuitee
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Kieran solo_traveller ie
8
2026-08-03 via Nuitee
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Jackie solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

I loved the whole ambience of the place, and the staff were all really helpful m.

Cons:

Nothing springs to mind. I had a great stay.

2026-07-25 via Nuitee
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Hubert couple li
9
2026-07-23 via Nuitee
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Patrick solo_traveller il
7
Pros:

Friendly staff

Cons:

Breakfast was very limited.
Very dated decor, stains on carpets and bath.
Shower didn't really work

2026-07-22 via Nuitee
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Matěj couple cz
10
Krásný hotel
Pros:

Líbila se nám pohostinnost, prostředí a bar.

2026-07-22 via Nuitee
M
Monica solo_traveller it
9
Pros:

POSTO PER VILLEGGIATURA !
IL MIO ERA UN VIAGGIO DI LAVORO PER CUI E' STATO BELLO INTERROMPERE LA ROUTINE
ALBERGO CON CAMERE NEL CORPO CENTRALE E NEL LODGE DISTACCATO A 100 MT PIU' SOTTO VICINO AD UN FIUME, PAESAGGIO E ATMOSFERA FANTASTICA

Cons:

L'UNICO DISAGIO - MA SOLO SE SI HA FRETTA - E' LA DISTANZA DALLE CAMERE DEL LODGE RISPETTO AL CORPO CENTRALE DELL'ALBERGO
PER LA COLAZIONE SI FA RIFERIMENTO ALLA STRUTTURA PRINCIPALE
PER LA CENA CI SI PUO' AVVALERE DELLA SMOKEHOUSE, RISTORANTE A FIANCO DEL LODGE CHE OFFRE UNA GRAN BELLA VISTA SUL FIUME

2026-07-21 via Nuitee
J
John solo_traveller gb
10
2026-07-21 via Nuitee
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Dan family_with_children ie
10
I will definitely be back at some point to the area and stay at the location.
Pros:

The location in general was excellent, the surroundings and the the tranquil atmosphere.

2026-07-20 via Nuitee
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Patrick couple ie
10
2026-07-19 via Nuitee
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Anthony solo_traveller ie
8
2026-07-18 via Nuitee
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Marie Odile solo_traveller fr
9
Pros:

Le charme du lieu

Cons:

Le matelas trop mou

2026-07-17 via Nuitee
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Noel solo_traveller ie
10
2026-07-17 via Nuitee