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Lodge at The Old Barracks

3.5 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this 3.5-star Athenry guest house

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Terrace/patio
Staircase
Superior Suite | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes
Deluxe Twin Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes
Free daily breakfast

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Cross St, Athenry, County Galway
  • Place, Athenry Castle and Ennis Abbey
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Galway Clinic Private Hospital
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Eyre Square
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Twin Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Deluxe Twin Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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Superior Family Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Superior Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Twin Beds and 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Triple Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Deluxe Triple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Large Twin Bed and 1 King Bed

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Family Suite | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Family Suite

  • 753 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Suite | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Deluxe Suite

  • 484 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Deluxe King Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Deluxe King Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Ground Floor Standard Double Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Ground Floor Standard Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Suite | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Superior Suite

  • 646 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

About the neighborhood

Athenry

In Athenry .With a stay at this Athenry guesthouse, you'll be steps from Athenry Town Square and Athenry Library. Athenry Heritage Center and Athenry Castle and Ennis Abbey are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Athenry Castle and Ennis Abbey - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Galway Clinic Private Hospital - 15 min drive - 14.3 miles
  • Galway Race Course - 17 min drive - 15.4 miles
  • Eyre Square - 21 min drive - 17.6 miles
  • Quay Street - 21 min drive - 18.1 miles

Getting around

  • Athenry Station - 6 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪The Old Baracks - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Mocha Beans - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Stone House Pizza Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Dowling's Pub - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Laffertys pub - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Lodge at The Old Barracks

Enjoy the free WiFi at this 3.5-star Athenry guest house
There's a restaurant on site, along with 2 coffee shops/cafes. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. Lodge at The Old Barracks also features a terrace and a hair salon. Self parking is free.

This 3.5-star Athenry guesthouse is smoke free.

  • 8 guestrooms or units
  • 2 coffee shops
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Terrace
  • Beauty salon
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
Lodge at The Old Barracks offers 8 accommodations with hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

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

  • Free breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 11:00 AM
  • 2 coffee shops/cafes
  • A restaurant

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 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

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 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 property is closed: Christmas Day.

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, a security system, 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, a security system, and window guards in each accommodation.

National rating

This property does not have a Ireland Tourist Board rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Lodge at The Old Barracks have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Lodge at The Old Barracks.

How much does it cost to stay at Lodge at The Old Barracks?

As of Sep 28, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lodge at The Old Barracks on Sep 30, 2025 start from $138.73, 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 Lodge at The Old Barracks offer free breakfast?

Lodge at The Old Barracks offers free breakfast every day from 8:30 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Lodge at The Old Barracks?

No, there is no casino at this guesthouse.

What time is check-in at Lodge at The Old Barracks?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Lodge at The Old Barracks?

This guesthouse offers free self parking.

Does Lodge at The Old Barracks have a pool?

Lodge at The Old Barracks does not have a pool.

Does Lodge at The Old Barracks have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Lodge at The Old Barracks have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this guesthouse.

How close is Lodge at The Old Barracks to downtown Athenry?

Lodge at The Old Barracks is 0.2 mi away from Athenry.

Reviews

Lodge at The Old Barracks Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 149 out of 171 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 171 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 171 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 171 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 171 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

James

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Food was great and in walking distance
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

MaryAnn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay clean rooms and wonderful staff!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Jacob

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Food is great. Super friendly staff. Nice location. But as a business traveler it wasn’t ideal. Check in isn’t hard but it’s awkward as you check in from the cafe. The room wasn’t super clean, especially the bathroom. WiFi password written in the room wasn’t right. The location is convenient but it was loud. The pubs were loud and then the high street was loud in the morning.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I cannot express how grateful we were to stay here! The staff was absolutely amazing. When our car got a flat over an hour away, Scott rang a taxi company to come rescue us. He was in constant contact with me to ensure our safety. The room was so lovely and cozy and they even left little chocolates beside the bed. The pizzeria downstairs made some wonderful drinks to help lift my spirits after a very long and terrible day. The hotel is located within walking distance to some beautiful attractions and a great park my 4 year old enjoyed. I wish we were able to stay longer. Best stay we had in Ireland!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jillian

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

Highly recommend

Great stay, our room was perfect and sparkling clean. The staff were really helpful and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

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

Great place near Galway

Great find in a nice village near Galway. Super friendly and accommodating staff. Good selections at the associated restaurant! Highly recommend! Tight parking.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tina Louise, Muskegon

Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vivek

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Drove around Ireland with my son for almost three weeks staying in a different place each night and this was by far our favorite hotel. Lovely clean comfortable rooms friendly staff. Hotel, cafe across the street, and pizza place next door are all owned by the same nice guy and what really set this place apart other than the great rooms was the food. Included breakfast is basically anything off the menu at the cafe across the street and the pizza place had the best pizza we had in Ireland. They were sold out otherwise we would have happily extended our stay another day. Pub up the street has good live music too. Highly recommend this place!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tina Louise, Muskegon

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely loved our stay here. Excellent centarized location to explore Ireland. Food was amazing and staff extremely friendly and welcoming.

10/10 Excellent

Rachel Anne

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Andrew

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The people are great and the property is good but there are a few things to be aware of if you end up in room 1. Overall we enjoyed our stay. Room 1 overlooks the street and is a good location but there is a bit of noise and some early morning deliveries of kegs makes the place shudder. The lighting in the room is poor. It is an old building with lots of creaks but I don’t know what the people were doing in the room above us but they we could hear every step they took. Room 1 has a couple of maintenance issues that need fixed - the sink tap and a sunken spot on the floor in the bathroom entrance. Breakfast was delicious
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vaughn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean, and the the staff was very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

david

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was a bit confused when first pulling up during check in hours. I wasn’t sure which building to go into. They had closed up early. I finally asked a worker that was leaving for the day, where I should go. And she told me that the pizzeria could help me. I turned around to head toward that and a nice fellow (Jeremy?) was sweeping the sidewalk and greeted me by name, knowing I was probably the last to check in, and someone told him I would be arriving at some point. Other than that. The staff was kind to explain and show me where I could park and enter and exit the building. The parking lot was through a very tight passage way behind the building. But it was perfect nonetheless! Had we been up to walking more we may have taken the train to Galway, but instead we self drove from Athenry and explored Portumna and surrounding more rural areas. It was one of the most magical times we had. Found a castle and the guy that lived in it invited us in for tea. That might not have been as easy to do if we stayed anywhere other than The old Barracks. We tried a late night takeaway place around the corner and it was just delicious kababs. The pizzeria was amazingly good too!!! Wood fired deliciousness!
Breakfast was included with our stay! I loved the brown bread!!! My mother-in-law loved the cappuccino
Kebab from around the corner.
Church ruin from around the corner
Pizza from the Stone House!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

David

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

Visit Athenry

The room was good, but there was only a small wardrobe for storage, no nightstands, no place other than the beds to sit on. The small chest held extra pillows, the drawer information about the B and B. And it stuck badly. The staff were wonderful.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful host checked us in and carried bags to second level. Had welcome treats and showed us how everything worked in room. Nice breakfast and highly recommend for a stop off for an evening or quiet place to stay outside Galway. Charming quiet town.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timur

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is 1st class , very clean and comfortable only stayed for one night but would use it again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne

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

Large room with fantastic breakfast options

We loved this hotel room! The room was huge and the bathroom was massive! It also had parking behind, which was very convenient. The best thing was the delicious breakfast across the street! Strongly recommend The Lodge at the Old Barracks.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

james

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Hai-Kwang

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brigid

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My family's stay here was fantastic! Rooms were a bit warm but they did supply a fan to help with that. They also left us a few sweets in our room which was a nice touch. The staff was so kind and the breakfast here was absolutely phenomenal. I'm suddenly a huge fan of chia pudding! Overall a really great stay and just a short 30 min into Galway which is what my family wanted. Such a cute, quaint town.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
So very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024