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The Glendalough Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel in Glendalough with free breakfast and coffee shop/cafe

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Hiking
Reception
Bar (on property)
Exterior
Standard Triple Room

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
The current price is AU$324
includes taxes & fees
21 Nov - 22 Nov

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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, The Wicklow Way
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Dublin (DUB)
    ‪57 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Single Room

Standard Single Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Heating
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
In-room safe
Iron/ironing board
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Heating
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
In-room safe
Iron/ironing board
Wardrobe
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Triple Room

Standard Triple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Ceiling fan
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
In-room safe
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Twin Room

Standard Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Heating
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
In-room safe
Iron/ironing board
Wardrobe
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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. .Places within a 5-minute walk of this 3-property class Glendalough hotel include Glendalough Tower and Glendalough Visitor Centre.

What's nearby

  • St. Kevin's Church - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Glendalough Visitor Centre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Upper Lake - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • The Wicklow Way - 2 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Clara Lara Funpark - 8 min drive - 7.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

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

About this property

The Glendalough Hotel

Hotel in Glendalough with free breakfast and coffee shop/cafe
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

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
  • Smoke-free property

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

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 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 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 11 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Glendalough Hotel on 21 Nov 2025 start from AU$323.79, 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.

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.

Reviews

The Glendalough Hotel Reviews

8.0

Very good

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 48 out of 118 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 35 out of 118 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 118 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 118 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 118 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Glendalough High

The hotel exceeded my expectations. I was in a good mood the whole time. You could not ask for a better location right next to the Glendalough sites, plus reasonable rates. Although my room was small, it was cozy and had everything I needed, plus a lovely view from the sizable windows even though it raced north toward the road. My only complaint about the hotel is that the front desk is not staffed 24/7 (I think it closes at 8 or 9 PM), which might create some anxiety for those returning late. I also read really bad reviews about the hotel restaurant, so I ate dinner elsewhere. However, the included breakfast was fine. I didn't see a fan or way to open the windows in the room, so I imagine it might get a little hot during warmer weather.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

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

8/10 Good

Pauline

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Tranquil peaceful stay

Lovely serene stay away from the busy towns. Comfortable beds, tea and coffee supplied. Very spacious room and bathroom. Lots of walking tracks nearby. Peaceful views to the hills. Flooring not even. Would recommend just for the tranquility.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is an historic hotel, secluded in the the Wicklow Mountains. It is beautiful and located steps away from the ancient Monastic City, 2 lakes, and gorgeous walking trails. Very quiet and calm with free parking. The restaurant was good, breakfast could have been better with more options, and better prepared food (boiled bacon instead of fried bacon), no fresh fruit. We got the "cheap" room facing the street, good size with seating area, good bathroom, low water pressure.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Eileen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Was very disappointed with breakfast. Poor selection bacon wasn’t cooked properly asked for 2 poached eggs got one wasn’t properly cooked this was the first morning so our second morning we checked out without breakfast no one at reception and headed up the road to the Heather Restaurant for a delicious breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Caleb

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Gerald

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really clean room, service was fine.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Fiachra

Disliked: Cleanliness

Could be so much better

This hotel could be great but they know they have a monopoly in Glendalough and therefore make no effort at all and still charge high prices. The breakfast is particularly insulting. If you have a car I highly suggest looking at some of the very good guest houses in the area
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Darian, Gurley

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
very nice experience
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tomi, Toronto

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Prime location in a beautiful area. The hotel itself is a bit dated, but generally well-kept and maintained.The service crew are very nice.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Glendalough Marathon

Leisure stay - was competing in the lap the gap marathon. Disappointed they didn’t make more of an effort for participants - I.e. an early breakfast, they provided a pre packed bag but it wasn’t suitable as a pre race meal. Staff could be more cheerful.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jasmine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

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

10/10 Excellent

MUKUND

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

10/10 Excellent

annabel

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is excellent! The breakfast was the best!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raychelle

Travelled with partner
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

2/10 Terrible

Chrystal

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Save your money and look to either take a day trip to these trails or check out another local hotel. It is not staffed 24hrs and you will be locked in. You can’t come and go as you please, and you will get locked out so don’t think you can even run to the car to grab something. You can tell that everyone working here is miserable. We got the bed and breakfast package but omg don’t waste your time the breakfast is subpar and will eat a buffet in a room that is absolutely freezing. We also had a weird situation where we came back to our room after dinner to someone who we think works at the bar walking out of our room with no words on to why they were even there. We literally just had to get out of there and ended up leaving at like 5:30 in the morning just to be done with it and on to our next adventure. Didn’t even eat the second days free meal, we’d rather pay. Save your time, money, and sanity and stay at another hotel. The walk though that is out by here is absolutely breathtaking and worth it. They also have food trucks which open at 9 at the trailhead. Worth the hike out there but there is also parking all over the trail so again not worth staying at this horrible hotel. I heard it was once amazing, they need to find management who has a passion for experience because this one doesn’t.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

SABINE

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Glendalough Hotel is located near the Glendalough Monastery which makes it the perfect location for walks and discoveries of the nearby visitor attractions. It offers a unique atmosphere due to the amazing surroundings close to nature but also to the old churchyard and monasteric city. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

David J.

Travelled with family
Location was great for walking to beautiful historic sites and hikes.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Jay

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Property (hotel) said they wouldn’t take Amex and pressured me to use an alternate method of payment, yet I paid for drinks in the Bistro/Bar with Amex. The Desk Clerk didn’t appreciate when I called him out on it. The room bathroom was in need of a deep clean, mold at the base of the tub and floor. Mildew 3 inches up the shower curtain. Over all not a very pleasant stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024