Aughrim accommodation from AU$196

Lovely room which was clean. Very small TV but we just went to a nearby cinema. Lovely spa and gym facilities.

Picturesque! Lovely landscaping and area's to explore and relax. Breakfast was wonderful, fresh, delicious. Max was a delight.

The Glendalough Hotel is on the doorstep of one of the most revered and preserved ancient monastic site in all of Ireland nestled in a valley surrounded by tall treed hills/mountains. This is where the revered St. Kevin became an ascetic and later founded this frugal monastic community. Bus loads from all over the world and here at home come to Heritage Restored Place. So having this lovely hotel near is an added boon. Also many vendors sell their wares here and for those who love to walk, run and hike there plenty to tap into. Up the road are two notable lakes; one in particular has a fantastic vista of the bowl shaped valley surrounding the lake. Quite impressive as well a photographer's dream. I found my stay at the hotel comfortable. Enjoyed the staff and their help. If I have a suggestion is for the daily menu during meals could be enhanced. Especially for people who do not eat meat and or have celiac issues. I am aware of both the English and Irish breakfast leans but there are many who frequent that find it too much. Not enough fresh fruits and salads. The evening meal needs more rotation-variety than the same format every day without change. As for drinks, no complaint and loved the beers and ales. Look your in Ireland known for whiskies and Guinness as well other home brews. One other note for lunch or snacks there is a vendor (supplied by the hotel) that offers, in my opinion delicious wraps. Check it out.