Hodson Bay Hotel, Athlone

The Hodson Bay Hotel boasts some of the most luxurious accommodation Athlone has to offer. Hodson Bay Hotel is a traditional yet charming hotel designed to ensure guests every comfort.

Our Classic rooms also include a range of interconnecting rooms and wheelchair accessible rooms.

The following facilities are standard in each of our bedrooms:

• Complimentary Broadband & WiFi Internet Access
• Interactive TV
• Tea/Coffee making facilities
• Direct dial telephone
• Hairdryer
• 24 hour room service
• Iron & ironing board available on request
• Complimentary Newspapers on request

As a special treat, why not upgrade to one of our Lake View rooms. All of the Lake View bedrooms at our Athlone accommodation have stunning views of Lough Ree and its islands. Their warm bright décor, together with the renowned and luxurious V1 Spring Beds will ensure a stay experience unlike any other.

The following features are also standard in each of our bedrooms:

• Views if the magnificent Lough Ree & surrounding countryside
• Complimentary Broadband & WiFi Internet Access
• Interactive TV
• Tea/Coffee making facilities
• Direct dial telephone
• Hairdryer
• 24 hour room service
• Iron & ironing board available on request
• Complimentary Newspapers on request

A family break at Hodson Bay Hotel is a must for you and your family. This top family hotel in Athlone and recent winner of the Parents Choice Gold Medal Award offers magnificent family rooms as well as interconnecting rooms. We pride ourselves on being a family friendly hotel, catering to the needs of all ages.

There is always lots of exciting games and fun activities planned by our Kids Camp team to make sure you have a wonderful holiday so let our Kids Camp team take care of younger guests as they make new friends in the fully supervised Penguin Kids Activity Camp, while adults can relax and unwind.

Tiny Tots is for ages 1-4 and runs daily from 6.30pm - 8.30pm throughout July/August, Bank Holiday Weekends and all school holidays.

Penguin Kids Camp is for ages 4-12 years and runs daily from 10am-1pm & 6pm-11pm throughout July/August, Bank Holiday Weekends and all school holidays.

Hodson Bay Hotel offers babysitting services for further details, please contact reservations on 090 64 42000 or enquire at check-in.

Hodson Retreat offers 4 star luxury accommodation in Athlone. The contemporary décor of Hodson Retreat combines neutral shades with vibrant crimson and dark wood to create a spectacular yet warm and restful ambience to our Hodson Retreat rooms.

Hodson Retreat rooms are available in Double or Twin rooms (limited twin rooms available).

Wheelchair accessible rooms and interconnecting rooms are available upon request in Hodson Retreat.

Standard features in this Athlone accommodation:

• Floor to ceiling windows
• 6 foot double sprung mattresses with crisp white bed linen
• Complimentary Broadband & WiFi Internet Access
• Interactive plasma TV
• Tea/Coffee making facilities
• Individual air conditioning and temperature controls
• Expansive Bathrooms with walk in shower and separate bath
• Individually commissioned artwork

Hodson Retreat Lake View rooms with impressive floor-to-ceiling windows are simply breathtaking. The magnificent backdrop of the lake shore, marina and the neighboring Athlone Golf Course provides for a glorious wake up call during your stay with us.

The peace & tranquility mirrors the solitude and calm of the Spa at Hodson Bay, just a gentle stroll away in your cosy robe and slippers.

Standard features:

• Views of the magnificent Lough Ree & surrounding countryside
• Complimentary Broadband & WiFi Internet Access
• Floor to ceiling windows
• 6 foot double sprung mattresses with crisp white bed linen
• Interactive plasma TV
• Tea/Coffee making facilities
• Individual air conditioning and temperature controls
• Expansive Bathrooms with walk in shower and separate bath
• Individually commissioned artwork

The rooms at Hodson Retreat are all non-smoking and cannot accommodate children.

Our luxurious suites in Hodson Retreat boast spectacular views of Lough Ree. You will be immersed in a haven of relaxation and comfort in our Retreat Suites, so whether it is for business or pleasure, you will be guaranteed the finest of relaxation and comfort.

The magnificent suites boasts his & hers vanity unit, walk in shower, safe, wall mounted plasma TV screens not to mention your very own double Jacuzzi bath.

The following are standard in all Retreat bedrooms at our Athlone accommodation:

• Floor to ceiling windows
• Double sprung mattresses with crisp white bed linen
• Complimentary Broadband & WiFi Internet Access
• Expansive bathroom with walk-in shower and separate bath
• Interactive plasma screen television
• Tea/Coffee making facilities
• Independent temperature controls
• Safety deposit box

The rooms at Hodson Retreat are all non-smoking and cannot accommodate children.

The Penthouse at Hodson Retreat is 5***** opulence, located on the 5th floor and boasting a private outdoor balcony. With its uniquely designed interior, the penthouse is a must for that extra special occasion.

Our luxurious Penthouse in Athlone features a beautiful King-size bed with a large bathroom containing a Jacuzzi bath and twin vanity. The balcony in the Penthouse has stunning views of Lough Ree and Athlone Golf Course. Individually commissioned artwork adds a twist of colour to the sleek, plush décor.

If you are booking to stay for a special occasion at our Athlone accommodation, our Penthouse is the epitome of luxury. Ask about our Celebration Packages for an added touch of decadence at our Athlone hotel.

The Piéce de Résistance enjoys all the features of Retreat bedrooms plus much much more.....

The Penthouse is a non-smoking room and cannot accommodate children.

L’Escale the AA Award Winning Restaurant in Athlone at Hodson Bay Hotel is renowned for fine dining with a difference. Offering the discerning diner a private and intimate dining experience, the innovative cuisine is based around the finest and freshest ingredients, presented with imagination and flair. Seafood is a speciality including Sea Bass and Irish lobster along with Roscommon lamb and Irish beef.

Supervised by award winning Chef Kevin Curran as noted for by Paolo Tullio "Best Hotel Restaurant Meal 2010"  and a proud member of the Feile Bia Charter, L’Escale serves quality food from quality ingredients sourced locally - the proof is in the taste. The fantastic menu is complemented by an extensive and carefully selected wine list.

For more information or to make a booking please contact the restaurant on 090 64 42000.

The contemporary Octagon Restaurant in Athlone has stunning views overlooking Lough Ree with high-backed chairs and contemporary décor create the perfect venue for you to enjoy a delicious meal at one of the top hotels in Athlone.

The exhibition kitchen adds a touch of drama to your dining experience. Watch our talented team of chefs create a culinary masterpiece from the freshest local and seasonal ingredients. A proud member of the Feile Bia, we serve quality food from quality ingredients - the proof is in the taste. The fantastic menu is complemented by an extensive and carefully selected wine list.

To discuss dining options in Octagon Restaurant for your next event please contact us on 090-6442000.

The ever-popular Waterfront Carvery in Athlone is perfect for casual dining or light snacks with a selection of hot and cold dishes served throughout the day. Bar food, carvery lunches, evening meals, soup, sandwiches and salads are served in the Carvery alongside a tempting selection of home-made desserts, cakes, scones and pastries plus a selection of coffees and specialty teas.

The Waterfront Carvery is a great choice for family and friends to enjoy a leisurely meal at Hodson Bay Hotel.

The Waterfront Bar at Hodson Bay Hotel is notable for its warm welcoming atmosphere and friendly staff. The ideal spot for you to pass an enjoyable evening and mingle with the locals while staying in some of the finest accommodation in Athlone. Live music will keep you entertained every weekend and during selected holiday periods while impromptu sing-a-longs and dancing would not be unheard of.

All major sporting events are televised so you need not miss the big matches whether you are away for business or leisure.

Enjoy a pint by the fireside at the Waterfront Bar and Carvery and let the staff of Hodson Bay Hotel make you feel right at home.

The Juice Bar at Hodson Bay Hotel serves some delicious and healthy treats in the contemporary open plan café in Athlone. Delicious fruit smoothies and freshly squeezed juices at "Juice at the Bay" are made from the freshest ingredients and are full of natural goodness.

Whether docking off at Hodson Bay Marina for a boat stop or winding down after a hectic workout or simply digesting the daily newspaper Juice at the Bay provides a refreshing menu in a relaxing and friendly environment.

Enjoy a selection of specialty coffees and teas with the lakeshore as the perfect backdrop. A selection of snacks, salads and sandwiches are also available at this luxury accommodation Athlone.

It's the feeling inside...

From the moment you walk through the doors of the Spa at Hodson Bay you will realise that you are in a special place, where the pace of life slows to its natural rhythm. Feel the stresses of life leaving your body as you slowly inhale and exhale the delicate scent of natural oils and begin your unique spa experience. The spectacular location on the shores of Lough Ree, distinctive Thermal Spa in Athlone and exclusive signature treatments that will ensure your spa experience will be like no other.

Whether you are an experienced spa visitor or it is your first time, the professional staff at the Spa at Hodson Bay Hotel will guide you from making your reservation and choosing your treatments to ensuring you get the most from your spa experience.

It is our mission to ensure that you will become immersed in a sense of tranquility and leave our shores dreaming of your return.

Award winning hotel and spa - Awarded Best New Destination Spa 2007 as part of the Irish Beauty Industry Awards (IBPA).