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Hodson Bay Hotel

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

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Sports facility
Lounge
Superior Room | View from room
Front of property
Outdoor spa tub

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Roscommon Road, Athlone, N37 XR82
  • Place, The Spa at Hodson Bay
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Athlone Golf Club
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Athlone Towncentre
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Room

Superior Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Classic Double or Twin Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(26 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Single Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Athlone

On lake.With a stay at this Athlone hotel, you'll be steps from The Spa at Hodson Bay and a 5-minute walk from Lough Ree. Also, Athlone Golf Club is within half a mile (1 km) and Burren Exposure is within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • The Spa at Hodson Bay - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Athlone Golf Club - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Lough Ree - 1 min drive - 0.4 km
  • Athlone Towncentre - 14 min drive - 10.0 km
  • Glasson Golf & Country Club - 32 min drive - 25.1 km

Getting around

  • Athlone Station - 13 min drive
  • Dublin Airport (DUB) - 85 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Double Y - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Sean's Bar - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Il Colosseo - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Craft Bistro - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Loaves And Fishes - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Hodson Bay Hotel

Family-friendly 4-star hotel with 2 restaurants
Hodson Bay Hotel offers its guests a full-service spa, a golf course, and a marina. There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/café. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet.

Business amenities include a business center and meeting rooms. An indoor pool, a children's pool, and a health club are also featured at the family-friendly Hodson Bay Hotel. Free self parking is available.

  • 1 building
  • 181 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • 2 dining venues
  • Meeting rooms
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Beauty salon
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
Hodson Bay Hotel offers 181 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Beds feature premium bedding. Satellite television is provided. Rooms have partially open bathrooms. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Hypo-allergenic bedding and irons/ironing boards can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

The onsite spa has massage/treatment rooms and couples treatment room(s). Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs, and body treatments. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a hot tub, and Turkish bath/hammam.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini golf

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 14.95 for adults and EUR 10 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Fishing
  • Fitness classes
  • Full-service spa
  • Golf course
  • Golf driving range
  • Health club
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Library
  • Mini golf
  • Motor boating
  • Pilates classes
  • Rowing/canoeing
  • Sailing
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Water skiing
  • Yoga classes

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)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

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

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately EUR 14.95 for adults and EUR 10 for children

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • 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

Hodson Bay
Hodson Bay Athlone
Hodson Bay Hotel
Hodson Bay Hotel Athlone
Hodson Hotel
Hotel Hodson Bay
Hodson Bay Hotel Hotel
Hodson Bay Hotel Athlone
Hodson Bay Hotel Hotel Athlone

Frequently asked questions

How close is Hodson Bay Hotel to the airport?

Hodson Bay Hotel is 85.4 mi (85-min drive) away from the Dublin Airport (DUB) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hodson Bay Hotel?

As of Jun 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hodson Bay Hotel on Jun 14, 2026 start from CA $148, 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 Hodson Bay Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Hodson Bay Hotel.

Does Hodson Bay Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Hodson Bay Hotel, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of EUR 14.95 for adults and EUR 10 for children. It's available every day from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Hodson Bay Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Hodson Bay Hotel?

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

Is there free parking at Hodson Bay Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Hodson Bay Hotel have a pool?

Hodson Bay Hotel features an indoor pool and a children's pool.

Does Hodson Bay Hotel have a restaurant?

Hodson Bay Hotel is home to L Escale Restaurant, which features local cuisine.

Does Hodson Bay Hotel have a spa?

This hotel has a spa, which features mani/pedis, facials, and body wraps.

How close is Hodson Bay Hotel to downtown Athlone?

Hodson Bay Hotel is 3.6 mi away from Athlone.

Hodson Bay Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 486 out of 960 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 310 out of 960 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 106 out of 960 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 41 out of 960 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 960 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Spacious room, great staff
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Great location
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Unique and charming hotel near a lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely clean spacious room Friendly staff Fab food
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean, spacious room Friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Eileen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Fantastic
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Breakfast was amazing. Room was amazing
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing hotel!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Karolina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very relaxing place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, comfy bed, the coffee pod/machine was nice and excellent to find decaf options available. Efficient staff at front desk and in bar/food. Not sure why you need to order food from a designated food till rather than at the bar. Apart from that excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

ANTONY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff excellent facilities great
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Rooms were very clean
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Marianne

Liked: Amenities
Stunning hotel,good spa,good views…
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place and well localed
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Lovely view staff excellent comfy bedroom
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for our planned activities.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Luke

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, comfortable bed and pillows, nice powerful shower, great breakfast and helpful staff. We didn’t have time to use the pool but it looked good.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great food and service
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

Kristy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was helpful, bar area was nice. Spa options were amazing and the staff there was very friendly. Breakfast was nice
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Marats

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Swimming pool was awsome and gym was great. Rooms nice cozy
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lindsey Noelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location & a beautiful view
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Marsha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property, and our room was spacious and So comfortable! The restaurant served delicious food, and we had fun in the pool!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

david

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
good place to stay with great room
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

James

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

Great stay.

Beautiful location, excellent facilities and the food was superb. The exercise pool and gym were top of the line, first rate equipment. A 5 Star facility
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025