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Indoor pool

Sheraton Athlone Hotel

Sheraton Athlone Hotel
4.0 star property
Athlone
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Exceptionally well presented room. Friendly staff and a good breakfast. A perfect stop over point on our journey from Dublin to the west coast, enjoyed a walk around the town and a drink in Sean’s bar."
United Kingdom
Michela
The price is AU$196
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Sheraton Athlone Hotel
Exterior

Radisson Blu Hotel, Athlone

Radisson Blu Hotel, Athlone
4.0 star property
Athlone
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Property was clean and comfortable, staff were helpful and friendly, which is something that I believe is important. Food was very good and breakfast was excellent."
United States
Patrick
The price is AU$207
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Radisson Blu Hotel, Athlone
Exterior

Shamrock Lodge Hotel

Shamrock Lodge Hotel
3.0 star property
Athlone
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (685 reviews)
"Nice wide open property, lots of parking. Walked to the pubs."
United States
Christopher
The price is AU$190
includes taxes & fees
12 Aug - 13 Aug
Shamrock Lodge Hotel
Sports facility

Hodson Bay Hotel

Hodson Bay Hotel
4.0 star property
Athlone
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (979 reviews)
"Friendly staff in all departments. Lakeside environment is lovely. Guests well behaved. Two EV chargers at rear of hotel. Happy to stay again ."
United Kingdom
John
The price is AU$202
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Hodson Bay Hotel
Indoor pool, pool loungers

Athlone Springs Hotel

Athlone Springs Hotel
4.0 star property
Athlone
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (406 reviews)
"Staff and food good but Room 102 to be avoided at all cost, all the extraction and AC fans and machinery for the kitchen and bar are on the flat roof directly outside the one opening window and with the room ac control showing a fault code the room was both too hot and too noisy."
United Kingdom
Allan
The price is AU$188
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Athlone Springs Hotel
Exterior

Glasson LakeHouse

Glasson LakeHouse
4.0 star property
Athlone
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (248 reviews)
"Visited on honeymoon, we had the best time."
United States
Megan
The price is AU$406
includes taxes & fees
6 Aug - 7 Aug
Glasson LakeHouse
Property grounds

Glen Abhainn

Glen Abhainn
3.5 star property
Athlone
7.2 out of 10, Good, (20 reviews)
"Unfortunately it took a while to understand how the heat for the showers worked. Also towels were only replaced once during the week and we had to wash our own towels at the laundry facilities. "
United States
Janice
The price is AU$235
includes taxes & fees
12 Aug - 13 Aug
Glen Abhainn
Cottage | Interior

Port Heron Lodge

Port Heron Lodge
3.5 star property
Athlone
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Beautiful property for relaxing in. Warm, clean and gorgeous views. Well equipped with all we needed for our stay. "
United Kingdom
Patricia
The price is AU$1,116
includes taxes & fees
20 Aug - 21 Aug
Port Heron Lodge
Gym

Abbey Hotel Roscommon

Abbey Hotel Roscommon
4.0 star property
Roscommon
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (406 reviews)
"The room was excellent and the staff were really helpful and so friendly and the food was excellent and same goes for breakfast!!! Totally recommend this hotel"
United Kingdom
Peter
The price is AU$213
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Abbey Hotel Roscommon
Exterior

Kinnitty Castle Hotel

Kinnitty Castle Hotel
4.0 star property
Kinnitty
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (326 reviews)
"The newly renovated Abbey Court rooms are sparkling, lovely and incredibly quiet and peacefull. The one draw back is that there are quite a few small flights of steps all over the place. The dungeon bar has excellent food at reasonable prices. Breakfast is great. I did not try the library bar but the room is beautiful.. The building itself is spectatuclar."
United States
Allan
The price is AU$247
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Kinnitty Castle Hotel
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Top Athlone Hotel Reviews

Sheraton Athlone Hotel

Sheraton Athlone Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Very comfy rooms in a great location. Large rooms too. Perhaps they could do with an update but it’s my favourite place to stay in Athlone. Close to everything."
William 4-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Sheraton Athlone Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What should I expect on my historical trip to Athlone?
You're likely already making plans to see the places with historical relevance while you're staying in Athlone. While you're in town, you can check out the scenic riverfront and lively bars. You can also relish a trip to the top-notch restaurants.
How many historically relevant hotels are there in Athlone?
Athlone is home to 17 hotels and other lodging options bookable on Expedia though not many historic hotels to choose from.
What are the most important historical places and other sights to visit in Athlone?
Athlone is notable for landmarks like Athlone Castle, Clonmacnoise and Clonmacnoise Cathedral. Cultural venues include Luan Gallery and An Dun Transport and Heritage Museum. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Athlone Towncentre and The Spa at Hodson Bay.
What is a historic hotel like in Athlone?
A historic hotel gives guests the opportunity to stay in a place that's been recognised with a national historic designation. Around the world, historic hotels can take the form of castles, stately homes, palaces or even pubs, lodges, old police stations or skyscrapers — any building that's been identified as being of special interest. Historic hotels in Athlone usually retain original characteristics like traditional architecture and period features in their public spaces or guestrooms.
What is the difference between a historic hotel and a heritage hotel?
The two are similar. "Historic hotel" is a term often used in the US, while "heritage hotel" is often used in Asia and Europe. Historic hotels tend to place more significance on the architecture and building. A heritage hotel draws meaning mainly from the cultural value and how it influenced the community.
Do historic hotels in Athlone have modern facilities?
Yes, efforts are made to preserve the historic aspects and traditions, while interiors have safety features and modern conveniences. Tourists who book a stay can expect the amenities from a contemporary hotel such as private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, heating and air conditioning, and free and fast Internet. Booking a historic hotel in Athlone doesn't mean you're choosing a place that's rundown.