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Lord Bagenal Inn

4.0 star property
Enjoy free breakfast at this 4-star Leighlinbridge hotel

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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Bar

Explore the area

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Main Street, Leighlinbridge, Co. Carlow
  • Place, Black Castle
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, The Hub
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Kilkenny Castle
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

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Superior Twin Room, Multiple Beds | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Twin Room, Multiple Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Leighlinbridge

Leighlinbridge retreat .Stay at this Leighlinbridge hotel and you'll be within 9 miles (15 km) of Fairgreen Shopping Centre and Carlow Town Park. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Delta Sensory Gardens and Visual Centre for Contemporary Art and The George Bernard Shaw Theatre.

What's nearby

  • Black Castle - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Gowran Park Racecourse - 15 min drive - 15.1 miles
  • The Hub - 15 min drive - 17.4 miles
  • St. Canice's Cathedral - 19 min drive - 19.3 miles
  • Kilkenny Castle - 20 min drive - 19.3 miles

Getting around

  • Bagenalstown Station - 5 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Lord Bagenal Inn - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Lawlors Pub - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Bakewell - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Lord Bagenal Inn

Enjoy free breakfast at this 4-star Leighlinbridge hotel
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly Lord Bagenal Inn.

This 4-star Leighlinbridge hotel is smoke free.

  • 39 guestrooms or units
  • Meeting rooms
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Lord Bagenal Inn offers 39 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries. This Leighlinbridge hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • 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
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

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

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
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, American Express, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

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

Does Lord Bagenal Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Lord Bagenal Inn.

How much does it cost to stay at Lord Bagenal Inn?

As of Jan 11, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lord Bagenal Inn on Jan 20, 2026 start from $126.11, 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 Lord Bagenal Inn offer free breakfast?

Lord Bagenal Inn offers free full breakfast every day from 8 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Lord Bagenal Inn?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Gold Rush Casino (11-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Lord Bagenal Inn?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Lord Bagenal Inn?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Lord Bagenal Inn have a pool?

Lord Bagenal Inn does not have a pool.

Does Lord Bagenal Inn have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Lord Bagenal Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Lord Bagenal Inn to downtown Leighlinbridge?

Lord Bagenal Inn is 0.1 mi away from Leighlinbridge.

Lord Bagenal Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 75 out of 110 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 25 out of 110 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 110 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 110 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 110 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Angeline

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Gary

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A true pub experience in the restaurant. Cute hotel. Very quiet town. Nice fishing next to the hotel
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great modern hotel in a very small town off of the highway. We decided to stay somewhere outside of Dublin after visiting Dublin for a couple of days on our way further south to the Ireland coast. This was a perfect place for that. This was a perfect hotel for that. It was a very large facility with a great morning breakfast and a nice onsite bar and restaurant. Would definitely recommend this place when exploring the countryside in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

phillip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Overall very good stay, however the shower water handle was broke. Breakfast is fantastic! Definitely recommend staying here.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nirmala

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the prettiest hotel I have ever stayed in. There is restaurant/bar attached, so good. I think there is a buffet before 3 pm especially on the weekends. So much food. Breakfast, continental every day, some days full. Always delicious. Its hosts so many functions. It seems like there is always a wedding there.
Front of hotel, lots of parking
The lobby area
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

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

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location - off the beaten path. Old bridge and castle near by.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Anna

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
So sad. The hotel itself was gorgeous, but the staff was fairly rude and not accommodating. Our tv in one room was broken and they did send help to try and fix it but it’s something that should have been checked before we got to our room. The second room we had the WiFi was not working. If you are an American I would highly recommend you do NOT stay here. We ourselves just did not have a good experience and did not feel welcomed whatsoever. So my review reflects as such.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tony

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

10/10 Excellent

Gordon

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

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gordon

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

Living Like A Lord

1st time staying, such a lovely hotel, very comfortable room, food is extremely tasty and the staff are so friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

James

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The layout was weird, so that we had to lug our bags down/up stairs even after taking the elevator. Serious problem for anyone with mobility issues.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

June

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

Great stay

Enjoyed our one night stay very much. The breakfast was great and the staff couldn’t do enough for us.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

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

Very comfortable short stay

Very pleasent one night stay , i use thsi hotel every year for my annaul work in Carlow. Always admire the flowers in reception amazing every year
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Thomas

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Great staff, alright facility, no mini fridge, no microwave. Its still a good place to stay but don't expect 4 star amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lea

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel's exterior doesn't even hint at what's inside. The area is spacious, flowing and absolutely lovely in the lobby and Waterfront restaurant. We drove all over Ireland for the past 2 weeks and this is the only hotel that had a shower curtain so the floor wasnt flooded (those half walls do nothing, especially when you can't adjust the showerhead to not spray outside the shower stall) and a bathroom exhaust fan so the mirror didnt steam over. The staff were so friendly and helpful,Orla especially, at reception. She recommended so many amazing things to do in the area. We went to some the next day and had so much fun at Hook Lighthouse, eating in Kilmore Quay and visiting Huntington Castle. The breakfast in the morning had fantastic pan au chocolate and the fried brie at Lord Bagenals restaurant was so very good. We really enjoyed our 2 nights here and would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Virginia

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig, Barrie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the helpful staff at every turn. The hotel is a beautiful collection of old furniture and many lounge areas. The lunch at the carvery was excellent and our ned was comfy!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Heidi

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disappointing Stay at the Lord Bagenal Inn – Not Worth the Price ⭐️⭐️☆☆☆ Of all the places I stayed during my 10-night trip through Ireland—both in the Republic and Northern Ireland—the Lord Bagenal Inn was, unfortunately, the only one I truly didn’t enjoy. At €195 per night, I expected something much better, especially this far into my journey (night 9), when I had plenty of comparisons. The room felt tired and dated, with worn carpet featuring visible stains and furniture that was both scratched and oddly arranged. It didn’t feel thoughtfully put together—just mismatched and neglected. To make matters worse, the view from the room was dismal. I can’t help but wonder if booking through Expedia influenced the room assignment, but regardless, it was far from pleasant. The layout of the hotel was also confusing and impractical. From the elevator, I had to navigate a set of stairs down to the room—an odd and inconvenient design, especially for guests with luggage. It left me scratching my head as to how this setup made it through planning for a modern traveler. That said, I do want to give credit where it’s due: the breakfast was genuinely excellent—by far the best of all the accommodations we stayed in throughout Ireland. It was clear that more care and attention went into the kitchen than into the guest rooms. All in all, while the Lord Bagenal Inn might work for some, it just didn’t meet the expectations set by the price or my previous stays elsewhere in Ireland
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Always a good stay. Clean and nicely fitted out. Included breakfast is great value. Our second time here. Would go back.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

CHRIS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved the Inn. Our room was very clean and spacious and the grounds were beautiful. The food at the onsite restaurant was outstanding
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenny

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

A true gem

This was such a beautiful hotel in such a beautiful location. The staff were incredibly friendly and helpful and we loved the decor and different spaces to just relax within the hotel. We dined in the bistro and again, this was a great experience. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sammy

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