Talbot Hotel Carlow

4.0 star property
Family-friendly 4-star hotel with 2 restaurants

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Interior
Terrace/patio
Family Quadruple Room | Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Property entrance
Deep-tissue massages, manicures and pedicures

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Bar

Explore the area

Map
Portlaoise Road, Carlow, Carlow
  • Carlow Town Park
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Visual Centre for Contemporary Art and The George Bernard Shaw Theatre
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Fairgreen Shopping Centre
    ‪3 min drive‬

Room options

Superior Triple Room

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

Family Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Superior Double or Twin Room

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Superior Single Room

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Carlow

In entertainment district.You'll find Carlow Town Park and Croppies Grave within a 15-minute walk of this Carlow hotel. Delta Sensory Gardens and Dr. Cullen Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Carlow Town Park - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Dr. Cullen Park - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Visual Centre for Contemporary Art and The George Bernard Shaw Theatre - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • St Patrick's College - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Fairgreen Shopping Centre - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

  • Carlow Station - 3 min drive
  • Dublin Airport (DUB) - 71 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lemongrass (Carlow) - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Caffé500 - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Tully's Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Lennons @ Visual Art Centre - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Tullow Gate (Wetherspoon) - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Talbot Hotel Carlow

Family-friendly 4-star hotel with 2 restaurants
Talbot Hotel Carlow offers its guests a children's pool, an indoor pool, a sauna, and a fitness center. There are 2 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/café and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Business amenities include a business center and meeting rooms. A library, a terrace, and a complimentary children's club are also featured at the family-friendly Talbot Hotel Carlow. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Carlow hotel.

  • 84 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • 2 dining venues
  • Meeting rooms
  • Deli
  • Kid's club (free)
  • Supervised kid's activities (free)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Conference center
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Beauty salon
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
Talbot Hotel Carlow offers 84 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Beds feature premium bedding. Premium cable television is provided.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Free children's club
  • Free supervised activities for children
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: EUR 15.95 for adults and EUR 9.95 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Free children's club
  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Library
  • Pilates classes
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

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

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: EUR 25

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Guests will receive an email 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between December 24 and December 27.
The following facilities are closed on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Business center
  • Dining venue(s)
  • Fitness facilities
  • Front desk
  • Meeting facilities
  • Sauna
  • Hot tub
  • Swimming pool

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.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Cash Breakage deposit: EUR 50.00 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 15.95 for adults and EUR 9.95 for children
  • Late check-out fee: EUR 25 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Parties and events are allowed on site
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash. Parties and events are allowed on site. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Children stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

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

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Talbot Hotel Carlow to the airport?

Talbot Hotel Carlow is 60.5 mi (71-min drive) away from the Dublin Airport (DUB) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Talbot Hotel Carlow?

As of May 29, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Talbot Hotel Carlow on Jun 8, 2025 start from $101.49, excluding 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.

Does Talbot Hotel Carlow have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Talbot Hotel Carlow.

Does Talbot Hotel Carlow offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Talbot Hotel Carlow, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of EUR 15.95 for adults and EUR 9.95 for children. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Talbot Hotel Carlow?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Gold Rush Casino (3-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Talbot Hotel Carlow?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Talbot Hotel Carlow?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Talbot Hotel Carlow have a pool?

Talbot Hotel Carlow features an indoor pool and a children's pool. The pool is closed on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.

Does Talbot Hotel Carlow have a restaurant?

Yes, there are 2 restaurants on site. The dining venue(s) are closed on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.

Does Talbot Hotel Carlow have a spa?

This hotel doesn't have a spa, but it does offer deep-tissue massages and mani/pedis.

How close is Talbot Hotel Carlow to downtown Carlow?

Talbot Hotel Carlow is 0.8 mi away from Carlow.

Talbot Hotel Carlow Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 253 out of 540 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 182 out of 540 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 76 out of 540 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 540 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 540 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

SINTO

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Gareth

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff have been brilliant.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Mary

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kellyann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Brilliant stay fab hotel and the food is beautiful
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Damian

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

Great place to stay and relax

A great hotel with fantastic service. The food in the recently refurbished bar and restaurant is delicious and well worth a visit. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Excellent Employee and service 👏

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Sammy

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

6/10 Okay

elaine

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Large, beautiful room.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

J

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

8/10 Good

Maria

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely food in restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Delia

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

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

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

10/10 Excellent

Geraldine

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brendan

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice modern hotel Staff are very helpful and friendly Rooms are a great size Lovely meal in the bar with large selection to choose from Pool excellent and also nice and warm Fine size gym Plenty of parking at the hotel Our room was very quiet with super comfortable beds
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Damien

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nothing to complain about. Rooms are big, clean. Easy parking. Restaurant is good.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Gareth

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024