The Glendalough Hotel

3.0 star property

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A stone staircase leading up to an arched stone structure surrounded by greenery.
Bar (on property)
Exterior
Interior
Lobby

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Business services
  • Bar
The current price is NZ$305
includes taxes & fees
5 July - 6 July

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Derrybawn, Glendalough, Co., Wicklow, Glendalough, WICKLOW IRELAND, A98 X9C1
  • Place, St. Kevin's Church
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Glendalough Visitor Centre
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Wicklow Mountains National Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Dublin (DUB)
    ‪74 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Single Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Triple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Glendalough

At The Glendalough Hotel you'll be within steps of Glendalough Cathedral and Round Tower. Highlights at this hotel include free buffet breakfast, a restaurant and free self-parking. .At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and a coffee shop/cafe. Each morning free breakfast is served. .In the area of this 3-property class Glendalough hotel, you'll find Wicklow Mountains National Park.

What's nearby

  • St. Kevin's Church - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Glendalough Tower - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Glendalough Cathedral - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Glendalough Visitor Centre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Wicklow Mountains National Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • Rathdrum Station - 20 min drive
  • Dublin Airport (DUB) - 71 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Heather Restaurant - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Casey's Bar & Bistro - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Glendalough Green - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Tóchar House - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Lynham's of Laragh - ‬2 min drive

About this property

The Glendalough Hotel

There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

There are 3 meeting rooms available. A terrace, gift shops/newsstands, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly The Glendalough Hotel. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Glendalough hotel is smoke free.

  • 44 guestrooms or units
  • Conference rooms
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Wedding services available
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
The Glendalough Hotel offers 44 accommodations with a safe and an iron/ironing board. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas and includes desks. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Caseys Bar & Bistro
  • Farm Kitchen

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Hiking/biking trails

Family friendly

  • Travel cot

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 3 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from 23 November to 27 December:
  • One of the dining venues
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Meeting facilities
  • Parking area

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children stay free when using existing bedding. Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast.

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast.

National rating

Rating provided by Fáilte Ireland, the National Tourism Development Authority of Ireland, source of official star ratings for accommodation.

Property is also known as

The Glendalough Hotel Hotel
The Glendalough Hotel Glendalough
The Glendalough Hotel Hotel Glendalough

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Glendalough Hotel?

The Glendalough Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Glendalough Hotel?

As of 4 Jul 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Glendalough Hotel on 5 Jul 2026 start from NZ$305, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at The Glendalough Hotel?

Yep, The Glendalough Hotel has a free self car park.

Does The Glendalough Hotel serve breakfast?

You bet, complimentary buffet brekkie is on offer daily between 8:00 AM and 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Glendalough Hotel?

No, The Glendalough Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Glendalough Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant. The dining venue is closed seasonally each year from November 23 until December 27.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Glendalough Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Glendalough Hotel?

No, pets are not allowed.

The Glendalough Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 65 out of 157 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 47 out of 157 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 30 out of 157 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 157 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 157 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

liam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel literally yards from historic Glendalough with a great breakfast and on site bar/ food options
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Doug

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful setting, very good restaurant, excellent breakfast, thin walls!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I loved this hotel for the serenity of the area and the friendliness of the staff!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Beth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful nature park, trails and historic buildings
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spectacular location for hiking.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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6/10 Okay

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Food service in the breakfast area was poor. A lot of stuff wasn’t out, there wasn’t a lot of cups or glasses for beverages. Food choices were extremely limited. Other than that, the hotel is nice, clean, and exceptionally well situated if you want to just enjoy the Wicklow mountains
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was courteous and attentive, the food was excellent. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing experience wonderful people beautiful place
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Loved our stay!

The hotel is very accessible and comfortable. The rustic vibe is amazing. And it’s such a great place to stay after a long hike!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Allana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the walks in the region of the hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

MUKUND

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Kaitlynn

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
no gym.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay!
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10/10 Excellent

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was clean. Water pressure was very strong and beds were very comfortable
Stayed 12 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a wonderful stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Raychelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful area, hotel was a little dated but overall pleasant and relaxing
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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6/10 Okay

David J.

Location was great for walking to beautiful historic sites and hikes.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Theodore

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
In the heart of the Wicklow Mountains national Park. You can start your hikes right out the front door. The bar was good with friendly staff, the restaurant was also good and convenient. Parking was easy and on the property.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the area
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Darcy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a phenomenal location - looked out on a stream and saw deer in the field across the way. It was a beautiful area
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Dated but can’t beat the location

Dated but well appointed hotel - the location cannot be beat if you want to explore the park and the Glendalough cathedral and round tower ruins. So beautiful!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Lloyd

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good location, near to St. Kevin's Tower and the lakes. Great area to hike. The room was clean and comfortable. The area was very quiet in the evening. They had several gf options at the restaurant, including beer.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really clean room, service was fine.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Angeleah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The area surrounding the hotel is beautiful and we loved the hike to the waterfall! The food was delicious in the hotel and the staff was helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024