Arklow Bay Hotel, Arklow
About the Hotel
The Arklow Bay Hotel is located in the coastal town of Arklow, Co. Wicklow, and is positioned near Ireland’s Ancient East. This 4-star hotel offers scenic lakeside views and easy access to local attractions. It features 91 well-appointed rooms and a range of leisure facilities, making it suitable for both families and business travelers.
Location
Situated just 95 km from Dublin, the hotel is easily accessible via the M11 motorway. The Arklow Bay Hotel is in close proximity to local attractions, including scenic beach walks and cultural sites. Ample free onsite parking is available, and public transport links ensure convenient travel options for guests.
Rooms
The Arklow Bay Hotel provides 91 en-suite rooms designed for comfort and relaxation. Guest accommodations include double, twin, and family rooms that can sleep up to five people. Many rooms offer picturesque views of the Irish Sea and come equipped with modern amenities such as free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, and tea/coffee making facilities.
Eat & Drink
Dining at the Arklow Bay Hotel includes The Pottery Restaurant, which serves a selection of seasonal Irish dishes with an international twist. The Ferrybank Lounge offers a more relaxed atmosphere with a bar menu filled with snacks and casual dining options. Afternoon tea is also available daily, providing an opportunity to enjoy a traditional experience.
Leisure & Business
The Bay Leisure Club features a 20-metre heated pool, modern gym, sauna, steam room, and jacuzzi for guests to unwind. The hotel offers dedicated spaces for meetings and conferences, equipped with state-of-the-art technology. A professional Events Manager is available to assist with planning and hosting various gatherings.
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Getting around
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Parking
- 24-hour reception
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Locker room
- Lift
- Coffee shop
- Vending machines
- Smoke detectors
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Fire extinguishers
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness centre
- Hiking
- Cycling
- Golf course
- Fishing
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
- Dryer
Services
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Children's menu
- Children's pool
Spa & Leisure
- Indoor swimming pool
- Sun loungers
- Entertainment
- Garden area
- Spa & wellness centre
- Sauna
- Steam room
- Jacuzzi
- Pedicure
- Manicure
- Waxing
- Body scrub
- Facial
- Treatment room
- Body wraps
- Back massage
- Head massage
- Full body massage
- Foot massage
- Pool with view
- Make up services
Room features
- Free Wi-Fi in rooms
- Heating
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
- Dryer
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Location
Reviews and Ratings
The hotel was located in a great spot, close to a pleasant walk and not far from the sea, offering convenience for daily activities. The rooms, though a bit small and sparse, had a reassuring 'sanitized' sticker and served their purpose well. The service was excellent, friendly, and efficient despite some minor lapses. The dining experience was satisfying, with some room for improvement in the menu variety. Overall, the hotel provided a relaxing and valuable stay with good facilities.
The hotel room was comfortable, clean, and beautifully decorated. However, the heating was too hot and couldn't be controlled, and the service in the pub was unsatisfactory with a disrespectful waitress. The balcony room was smaller than expected and a bit dated.
I came to this hotel to rest after having a disc removed off my spinal cord and couldn't have asked for a better place. The rooms were really spacious, perfect for my recovery, but not having a bath was a drawback. The breakfast was very plain with no choice, and the entertainment area was a bit small for a family room.
My stay at the hotel had its ups and downs. The location was excellent, near the seafront and within walking distance of the town, but the room was small and had no air conditioning, making it uncomfortable during the night. The service was friendly and approachable, with some standout moments like the afternoon tea, but there were some issues with the dining experience. Overall, a mixed experience with some highlights and drawbacks.
The hotel's rooms were in need of updating with noise from staff using a nearby fire door for storage being disruptive, although it could be fun for young kids. The service was a mix of overly busy staff trying to impress and excellent attention, especially for spa treatments. The location was fantastic with access to a secret beach and beautiful lake, but the bathroom light was outside government guidelines. The dining experience was disappointing with cold breakfast and service issues. Overall, the hotel could benefit from a complete overhaul to bring it up to modern standards.
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