Bring the kids when you stay at Talbot Hotel Carlow, and they can enjoy the free kids' club. Guests can indulge in deep-tissue massages or mani/pedis, and Liberty Tree Restaurant, one of 2 restaurants, serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. An indoor pool, a bar/lounge, and a fitness center are other features. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.
Visual Centre for Contemporary Art and The George Bernard Shaw Theatre - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
Fairgreen Shopping Centre - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
St Patrick's College - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
Getting around
Dublin Airport (DUB) - 81 min drive
Athy Station - 24 min drive
Carlow Station - 26 min walk
Bagenalstown Station - 27 min drive
Restaurants
Lemongrass - 3 min drive
Teach Dolmain - 4 min drive
Tully's Bar - 4 min drive
The Dinn Rí - 4 min drive
Bombay Diner - 4 min drive
About this property
Talbot Hotel Carlow
Bring the kids when you stay at Talbot Hotel Carlow, and they can enjoy the free kids' club. Guests can indulge in deep-tissue massages or mani/pedis, and Liberty Tree Restaurant, one of 2 restaurants, serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. An indoor pool, a bar/lounge, and a fitness center are other features. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.
At a glance
Hotel size
84 rooms
Arranged over 5 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after midnight 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
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
Children stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
Babysitting*
Free supervised childcare
Free children's club
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
2 restaurants
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Room service (limited hours)
Snack bar/deli
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
Free children's club
Children's pool
Free supervised childcare/activities
Children's menu
What to do
Golf lessons nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Kayaking nearby
Working away
Business center
Meeting rooms
Conference center
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Hair salon
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Porter/bellhop
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Terrace
Library
Television in common areas
Fitness center
An indoor pool
Sauna
Steam room
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Elevator
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Premium cable channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
More
Daily housekeeping
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Special features
Dining
Liberty Tree Restaurant - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A children's menu is available. Open daily.
Corries Bar and Bistro - This restaurant serves lunch, dinner, and light fare. A children's menu is available. Open daily.
Awards and affiliations
Sustainability Certifications
This property is certified by this third-party sustainability certification scheme: Green Hospitality Certified. For more information on what this certification requires and verifies, please visit their website.
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Cash Breakage deposit: EUR 50.00 per stay
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 16.00 for adults and EUR 10.00 for children
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of EUR 25 (subject to availability)
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
Children & extra beds
Babysitting is available for an extra charge
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool, fitness facility, or hot tub, while guests under 12 years old are only allowed in the swimming pool and fitness facility with adult supervision
Policies
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Parties and events are allowed on site.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.
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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Cashless transactions are available.
Property class
Rating provided by Fáilte Ireland, the National Tourism Development Authority of Ireland, source of official star ratings for accommodation.
Also known as
Talbot Carlow
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Talbot Hotel
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Frequently asked questions
Is Talbot Hotel Carlow currently open?
The property is closed between December 24 and December 27.
Does Talbot Hotel Carlow offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Talbot Hotel Carlow does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Talbot Hotel Carlow?
Yes, there's an indoor pool and a children's pool.
Are pets allowed at Talbot Hotel Carlow?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Talbot Hotel Carlow?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Talbot Hotel Carlow?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM. Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge of EUR 25 (subject to availability). Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
Is there an onsite casino at Talbot Hotel Carlow?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Gold Rush Casino (3-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Talbot Hotel Carlow and nearby?
Have fun with activities like hiking, kayaking, and mountain biking, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Enjoy a swim in the indoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a sauna and a steam room.
Are there restaurants at or near Talbot Hotel Carlow?
Yes, there are 2 onsite restaurants.
What's the area around Talbot Hotel Carlow like?
Talbot Hotel Carlow is a short 14-minute walk from Carlow Town Park and 15 minutes' walk from Croppies Grave.
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Reviews
Talbot Hotel Carlow Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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8.8
Cleanliness
8.0
Location
8.8
Staff & service
8.6
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
Breakfast was generous, delicious, and had a great selection of hot and cold dishes. (21 reviews)
The restaurant served delicious food with friendly and helpful staff. (26 reviews)
Free parking was a convenient and appreciated amenity at this property. (7 reviews)
Rooms and beds amazing so comfy I slept
Amazingly well
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 27, 2026
We had an amazing stay over two nights staff were so accommodating, location is good and the food in the restaurant was A1, will definitely return here
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 23, 2026
Room was spacious and fresh and clean .the staff were friendly and helpful .breakfast very nice except the mushrooms
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 10, 2026
Great hotel with a lovely atmosphere. The staff were very friendly and helpful, and everything was clean and comfortable. I really enjoyed my stay and would happily recommend this hotel.
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8/10 Very good
Jul 19, 2026
The staff were very welcoming and friendly. Dinner was good. The menu was extensive but what I didn’t like was that with most of the fish or chicken dishes there was some red meat element included. The breakfast was very good, with a varied selection.
Room was a good size for a family of 4.
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 25, 2026
Great time for adults and children alike.
The Dome is an amazing facility for the kid’s club and other times in the day, with so much to do. Pool brilliant for all ages. Gym excellent.
Dunnes, chemist and other shops close by for anything you might need.
Bar entertainment was original and a lot of fun.
Food, breakfast, lunch and dinner very tasty (recommend the bangers and mash).
Staff very helpful and went out of their way to make our adventure memorable.
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 4, 2026
Excellent hotel and staff
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 1, 2026
Really loved this hotel, facilities were perfect for the whole family, the dome was excellent to entertain the kids & food was top class. Kids are already asking to go back. I’d like to mention the night porter who was lovely & so helpful getting me a taxi so early in the morning 10/10
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 12, 2026
Huge comfortable room with lovely view of fields near by.
Fabulous comfort decor & breakfast.
Very good swimming pool & leisure facilities. We loved it .
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 6, 2026
Lovely one night stay, room was very spacious. Quiet environment.
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 24, 2026
Very nice room including a lovely bathroom. Quiet hotel. Free parking. Friendly staff. My only complaint is that we wanted to watch Netflix before bed and we couldn’t figure out how to connect to Netflix on the TV. We watched Irish TV instead.
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 4, 2026
Hotel and room were very clean. Staff were actively on top of keeping it that way which was great to see.
Room was comfortable and spacious.
Breakfast was great with lots of options from fruit & yogurt, breads to a full coked Irish breakfast.
Parking is a little tight as it is shared with a sports complex but I had no problem getting a space.
I was there on a Friday and loved the little crunches left with the "Thank Crunches it's Friday" card. Brought back good memories of growing up I. Ireland.
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 5, 2025
Very nice clean hotel
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6/10 Good
Feb 6, 2026
Great, clean hotel, good food, staff is not competent
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6/10 Good
Jan 27, 2026
The room was spotless and well appointed however the room and corridors had a distinct smell which gave my wife a headache
The foyer bar restaurant were all busy as they were hosting a youth darts tournament
Staff were friendly and helpful
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8/10 Very good
Sep 29, 2025
Comfortable bed.
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8/10 Very good
Mar 25, 2025
Comfy hotel and nice rooms
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 4, 2025
A good hotel, central location
Staff on reception were very friendly and welcoming, room was nice, breakfast was good, all on all a nice experience
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 21, 2025
Friendly and Efficient Staff
Good food
Nice decor and clean
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8/10 Very good
Jul 27, 2025
The hotel had great amenities and is convenient to shopping. The restaurant choices are limited around the hotel. Overall a good hotel and very helpful staff
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 18, 2025
Talbot hotel carlow stay
Everything was very good, very clean, room was spotless, bed very comfortable, had great sleep 😴 breakfast was excellent plenty of variety, nicely presented and hot food nice and hot, we enjoyed our stay and will be back for a longer stay, staff very helpful and friendly especially receptionist, thank you
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 23, 2025
Everything was great - staff were friendly and accommodating. Kids loved the pool.
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 23, 2025
We had a great time nothing was too much trouble for the staff excellent
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 12, 2025
Great food, Great Service and Highly R commended
The Talbot is a great hotel and friendly and helpful staff. The bar and restaurant food is excellent and well worth a visit.
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8/10 Very good
Aug 29, 2024
Lovely hotel, staff very friendly and helpful. Food and bar service very good. Overall we really enjoyed our visit