See all properties

Arklow Bay Hotel

4.0 star property
Hotel with a full-service spa, near Bridgewater Shopping Centre

Photo gallery for Arklow Bay Hotel

Guests can relax in the welcoming lobby area, featuring a central seating space with a round table and comfortable chairs.
Surrounded by a serene garden with outdoor seating areas, this building offers a peaceful retreat.
Situated in a coastal area, this hotel offers a scenic view of the surrounding landscape and a body of water.
Relax by the rectangular pool surrounded by a blue tiled floor and white columns.
Relax with a drink at the bar, surrounded by comfortable seating and a TV.
VIP Access

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Gym
The current price is AU$275
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug

Get more when you're a member

  • Save 15% or more on select VIP Access properties when you reach Silver tier or higher
  • Experience top-rated quality and exceptional service
  • Get an in-stay perk at select properties, plus free room upgrades, early check-in, and late check-out when available

Room options

Available filters for rooms
Showing 4 of 4 rooms

View all photos for Classic Family Room

Relax in comfort with a large bed and plush pillows, a nightstand with a lamp, and a cozy carpeted floor.

Classic Family Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Classic Double Room

Relax in a stylish room with a large bed, desk, and comfortable chair, offering a serene view of the outdoors.

Classic Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Superior Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Sea View

Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, desk, and flat-screen TV, offering a view of lush greenery.

Superior Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Classic Twin Room

Two beds with blue quilted bedspreads and white linens, set against a tree-patterned wallpaper and a window with sheer curtains.

Classic Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
Mod logo
Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures!
Sign inSign up, it's free

About the area

Map
Sea Road 1, Arklow, Wicklow

What's nearby

  • Bridgewater Shopping Centre - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Woodenbridge Golf Club - 10 min drive - 10.6 km
  • The European Club - 10 min drive - 13.7 km
  • Brittas Bay Beach - 11 min drive - 14.4 km
  • Avondale House - 22 min drive - 20.1 km

Getting around

  • Arklow Station - 8 min drive
  • Dublin Airport (DUB) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Old Ship - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Le Cafe - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Simply Great Coffee - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Arklow Bay Hotel

Upscale hotel near Bridgewater Shopping Centre
Located close to Woodenbridge Golf Club and Mill at Avoca Village, Arklow Bay Hotel provides a coffee shop/cafe, a garden and a hair salon. Indulge in a body scrub, a body wrap and a manicure/pedicure at the on-site spa. Be sure to enjoy a meal at The Pottery Restaurant, the on-site restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as dry cleaning/laundry services and a fireplace in reception.
Other perks include:
  • An indoor pool and a children's pool, with sunloungers
  • Free self-parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a lift and a 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage, a banquet hall and a vending machine
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 91 rooms offer amenities such as free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and hairdryers
  • Electric kettles, heating and daily housekeeping

Languages

English

Similar properties

1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Woodenbridge Hotel

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, 219 reviews
The price is AU$217
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
Woodenbridge Hotel

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

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7 AM to 10 AM for a fee: EUR 15 for adults and EUR 9 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Ferrybank Lounge
  • The Pottery Restaurant

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 5 meeting rooms
  • Business centre

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers

Full-service spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift (100 centimetre wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately EUR 15 for adults and from EUR 9 for children

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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; cash is not accepted

We should mention

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

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

Arklow Bay Hotel
Arklow Bay Hotel Hotel
Arklow Bay Hotel Arklow
Arklow Bay Hotel Hotel Arklow

Frequently asked questions

Does Arklow Bay Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and a children's pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Arklow Bay Hotel?

As of 6 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Arklow Bay Hotel on 26 Aug 2025 start from AU$275.03, 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 Arklow Bay Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Arklow Bay Hotel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Arklow Bay Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Arklow Bay Hotel?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is Arklow Bay Hotel located?

Situated in Arklow, this spa hotel is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Bridgewater Shopping Centre, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Woodenbridge Golf Club and Mill at Avoca Village. Avoca Mines and The European Club are also within 9 mi (15 km). Arklow Station is 21 minutes by foot.

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Arklow Bay Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 226 out of 447 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 125 out of 447 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 62 out of 447 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 447 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 447 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Handy for walkers,easy walk into Arklow… excellent breakfast with lots of choices
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ellen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was spacious and clean , the staff were friendly, service was excellent, would recommend the arklow bay hotel to friends,
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

vincent

1st visit to Arklow bay hotel. Staff, food, service and facilities top class. Great base for touring in the mountains and also southwards Dow the coast
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vincent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Plenty of staff always at hand to help. Great idea having a coffee dock in voyer. And great soft comfortable seating to relax. Great food if you enjoy walking this is the place to go.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay in the Arklow Bay Hotel excellent breakfast to set us up for the day
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Niamh

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, staff were very attentive and friendly, bed was super comfy and room was spotless. The lessors facilities are great and the hotel is a short walk to a shopping centre and many bars and restaurants. Beer garden and access to the duck pond are beautiful. Overall had a fantastic stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property. Rooms were clean and the food was good. Had a great time at the tiki bar outside.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Farrah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very welcoming, our room was cute and clean. It was nice that they had a bar and restaurant within the same building. the food at the restaurant was delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful sea view from our room on third floor. Very comfortable room and bed. Dined in restaurant on first evening and the meal was excellent and the service great. Also impressed with the breakfast the next day. All round it was a great stay and good value.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rhys

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cornelius

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff at reception. Brilliant
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Not bad

Nice place. Staff are friendly. Not too bad overall.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bobby

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

Arklow stay

Parking is convenient and on site, but very narrow. Staff was very friendly and helpful. Reataurant on site is great with tasty options.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

sandra

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

Arklow bay

Absolutely great hotel. Very centrally located. Beautiful walk around the lake. Breakfast had so much choice. Dinner was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victorina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was lovely to stay in the hotel but the only thing is ghat we can hear each other with the other room. Other than that it was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service from check in to check out. Rooms were comfortable and clean. Nice bar area and lovely breakfast. Convenient for walking to the town centre. Lovely location near the bay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a lovely stay, all the staff were so nice and friendly. The food was delicious especially the fish I had for my dinner. This was my third time staying here and I will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

deirdre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect 2 night stay in this lovely hotel , hope to visit again .
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff always at hand if I need help
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved everything about this hotel the location the friendly staff and the food was amazing
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

David

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

Enjoyable stay

Friendly, helpful staff. Good service, great food, comfortable room, great surroundings.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice comfortable hotel with good restaurant and facilities. Had a short walk around the pond and down to the coast. This was booked as a stopover on our way to the south of Ireland.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Stacie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable stay, with pleasant staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The hotel is beautiful and staff are helpful and very friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

DAVID

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

Super accommodation

Wonderful hotel, great service. Highky recommended
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024