Travelers find a peaceful retreat near Holy Cross Abbey where they can enjoy spa treatments, authentic Irish dishes, and evenings by the fire in a welcoming setting
The Horse and Jockey Hotel sits near the historic Rock of Cashel, offering guests a place to recharge. Visitors can book a hot stone massage at the Elemis Spa, enjoy breakfast at Silks Restaurant, or browse the on-site shops. Past guests consistently praise the attentive staff.
Reviews
9.29.2 out of 10
Wonderful
Popular amenities
Parking included
Free Wi-Fi
Gym
The current price is AU$273
AU$273
includes taxes & fees
24 May - 25 May
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Located close to Holy Cross Abbey and Thurles Golf Club, Horse and Jockey Hotel provides shopping on-site, a coffee shop/cafe and a garden. Treat yourself to a facial, hydrotherapy or a body wrap at Elemis Spa, the on-site spa. The on-site Irish cuisine restaurant, Silks Restaurant, offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Fitness classes are offered at the health club; the property also has a hair salon, dry cleaning/laundry services and a fireplace in reception. In addition to a bar and a business centre, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
An indoor pool and a children's pool
Free self-parking
Full breakfast (surcharge), tour/ticket information and a gift shop
A front desk safe, a reception hall and massage treatment rooms
Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 65 rooms offer comforts such as private pools and premium bedding, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and laptop-compatible safes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
Bathrooms with designer toiletries and shower/bath combinations
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
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
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Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for full breakfast: from approximately EUR 16 for adults and from EUR 11 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, debit cards and cash
We should mention
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
National rating
Rating provided by Fáilte Ireland, the National Tourism Development Authority of Ireland, source of official star ratings for accommodation.
Frequently asked questions
Does Horse and Jockey Hotel have a pool?
Yes, this property has an indoor pool and a children's pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Horse and Jockey Hotel?
As of 22 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Horse and Jockey Hotel on 24 May 2026 start from AU$273, 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 Horse and Jockey Hotel pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much is parking at Horse and Jockey Hotel?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Horse and Jockey Hotel?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.
What time is check-out at Horse and Jockey Hotel?
Checkout is at noon.
Where is Horse and Jockey Hotel located?
Situated in Thurles, this spa hotel is within 6 mi (10 km) of Thurles Golf Club, Holy Cross Abbey and Semple Stadium. Thurles Racecourse and Thurles Greyhound Stadium are also within 6 mi (10 km).
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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9.4
Cleanliness
8.2
Location
9.2
Staff & service
9.0
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 272 out of 399 reviews
10 - Excellent
272
Rating 8 - Good. 98 out of 399 reviews
8 - Good
98
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 399 reviews
6 - Okay
20
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 399 reviews
4 - Poor
5
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 399 reviews
2 - Terrible
4
Reviews
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kate
20 Jan 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was lovely and comfortable the staff is really nice and helpful. The restaurant served a beautiful Fillet!
Kate
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Brian
7 Nov 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean rooms good food handy to the motorway good breakfast
Charming country hotel. Large, luxurious room. Enjoyed the food and the vibe at the restaurant for dinner. Breakfast buffet was excellent - variety and quality of food unmatched during our trip.
On a road trip and this was my favourite stop. This hotel is beautiful, reasonably priced and super comfortable. Best sleep I had the entire week of different hotels.
Restaurants on site and food was excellent. Highly recommend.
The hotel is very nice, the breakfast is quite good and the rooms are comfortable. It’s a good place to stop for a night close to the Rock of Cashel. The hotel facilities were nice but you’ll need to drive to get anywhere else. All in all I’d highly recommend.
Joel
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
18 May 2025
Hotel staff are so lovely, definitely made our stay better. Beds are quite big in the twin rooms. Could do with better pillows though. Would definitely stay here again.
The hotel itself is fantastic, there is a vibe about the place that anyone especially horse lovers would love, the room was very tastefully decorated in decor that dosent seem like it would ever age or go out of style. The food in the bar airea is excellent, this was my second stay here and i would happily stay again.
A lovely hotel. Very comfortable room and delicious dinner ( recommend the lamb cutlets)
I had to leave early but continental breakfast was organised and top notch
The Horse & Jockey is a pristine property. Staff is excellent and the rooms are wonderful and comfortable.
The leisure center is a plus, especially for families.