Located to the southwest of Ireland’s capital Dublin, Carlow is an important town in Irish history that also served as its capital in the 14th century. While you can learn about its rich past at Carlow County Museum, you can visit County Carlow Military Museum for a peek into the military history of the region. For a peaceful time amidst nature, you can explore the lovely Delta Sensory Gardens or take a walk along the scenic shores of River Barrow, which runs right through the city. If you seek some contrast to the historic buildings and areas, you can check out VISUAL Carlow, which is an excellent example of modern architecture and holds interesting art exhibitions throughout the year.
After visiting so many places, spa sessions can be a great way to unwind. Check out these top hotels with spa in Carlow, Ireland, for a relaxing stay.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and access to spa and wellness services. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 13, 2024.
1. Talbot Hotel Carlow (from USD 202)
Talbot Hotel Carlow not only offers comfortable accommodation with modern amenities, but it also boasts excellent service and dining facilities. You can taste dishes made with the freshest ingredients at the restaurant, and then, you can hang out at the bar-cum-bistro, which is loved by locals as well.
If you are traveling with children, you can take advantage of the in-house kids’ club to keep them engaged while you pamper yourself at the award-winning salon. Here, you can choose from a range of massages and beauty treatments that use products from luxurious brands only.
Talbot Hotel Carlow
Address: Portlaoise Road
19.39 km (12.1 mi) from Altamont Gardens
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2. Lyrath Estate (from USD 259)
Reasonable pricing for a 5-star hotel with excellent value for money.
Beautiful grounds, spacious rooms, top-quality leisure facilities, and a well-equipped spa.
Centrally located in the heart of Ireland with serene hiking and biking trails.
Delicious breakfast, fabulous dinner options, and a variety of dining venues.
With a carefully preserved historic building and newer extensions that feature modern interiors, Lyrath Estate perfectly combines the old and the new. If you are a nature lover, you will enjoy exploring the huge property that features manicured grounds, old trees, and scenic lakes.
Boasting a tranquil location, the in-house spa has won multiple awards over the years and offers world-class service. In addition to touch therapies, healing body wraps, and advanced facial technology, it also provides specialized maternity treatments.
Lyrath Estate
Address: Dublin Road
33.56 km (20.9 mi) from Altamont Gardens
3. BrookLodge & Macreddin Village (from USD 188)
Reasonable pricing for a luxurious experience.
Beautiful country-garden feel, pools, spa, and Shekina Sculpture Garden nearby.
Scenic Wicklow countryside, cozy and welcoming reception areas, and a peaceful hideaway.
Fabulous garden-to-table organic food, two excellent restaurants, and extraordinary breakfast.
BrookLodge & Macreddin Village is a great choice for golf enthusiasts as there is a beautiful golf course just across the road. It also offers interesting stay options that range from classic rooms with elegant furniture to mezzanine floors with modern chandeliers.
You can relax in the pool, sauna, or steam rooms at the spa before going for a massage or any of the treatments offered here. The facility draws inspiration from natural elements and uses ingredients such as seaweed and therapeutic oils for healing experiences.
BrookLodge & Macreddin Village
Address: Macreddin Village
30.71 km (19.1 mi) from Altamont Gardens
4. Kilkenny Ormonde Hotel (from USD 161)
Reasonable pricing for spacious family rooms and club rooms with bunk beds.
Access to a proper gym and a large leisure center pool. Convenient parking garage across the street.
Centrally located, close to shops, restaurants, and Kilkenny Castle. Wheelchair accessible.
Good breakfast with a variety of options. Excellent food and service in the hotel restaurant.
Kilkenny Ormonde Hotel is conveniently located so that you can explore the surrounding areas with ease. The rooms exude a calm atmosphere with soft tones and are fitted with excellent bedding to ensure that you get a good night’s sleep after a long day out.
For further relaxation, you can head to the spa, which features six treatment rooms that are furnished with luxurious fittings. The use of specialized beauty products, which are extracted from the sea and are completely organic, will rejuvenate you for your next adventure.
Kilkenny Ormonde Hotel
Address: Ormonde Street
37.14 km (23.1 mi) from Altamont Gardens
5. Ashdown Park Hotel (from USD 193)
The moment you step inside Ashdown Park Hotel, you will be greeted by fine carpets, a grand staircase, and exquisite lamps. The rooms and suites are similarly decorated with classy furniture, tasteful upholstery, and period pieces.
The signature offerings of the spa include organic aromatherapy massages, Forest of Dreams rituals, and Neroli Blossom Sensory experiences. You can also choose from a range of facials depending on whether you would like to be treated with biominerals, antioxidants, or vegan ingredients.
Ashdown Park Hotel
Address: Coach Road
30.03 km (18.7 mi) from Altamont Gardens
6. Brandon House Hotel (from USD 185)
Housed in a vintage building, Brandon House Hotel offers modern accommodations with contemporary furnishings and flat-screen TVs. If you love working out, you will like the well-equipped gym and the large pool where you can swim full laps.
The first thing you will notice about the spa is its unique building that provides complete isolation from the outside world. It also takes pride in having launched a new kind of facials that contain supercharged elements to boost cellular performance.
Brandon House Hotel
Address: New Ross
41.63 km (25.9 mi) from Altamont Gardens
7. Treacy’s Hotel Spa & Leisure Club Waterford (from USD 107)
Reasonably priced, good value for money, free parking
Spacious room, comfortable beds, clean and well-maintained facilities, family-friendly, games room for kids
Great central location, close to attractions, easy parking, beautiful views of the river
Excellent breakfast, good bar food, lively atmosphere, lovely staff, great value for money
Treacy’s Hotel Spa & Leisure Club Waterford is a great choice for those traveling with kids, as it offers family rooms with bunk beds. You can also pre-book extra cots for free. Besides babysitting services, the hotel also has a dedicated kids’ club to keep the young ones busy.
You can experience utmost relaxation here as the spa comes with a herbal lavender sauna room, drench shower, and tropical shower. To extend the feeling of contentment after your session, you can head to the relaxation suite and enjoy complimentary fresh fruits and beverages.
Treacy’s Hotel Spa & Leisure Club Waterford
Address: 1 Merchants Quay
58.97 km (36.7 mi) from Altamont Gardens
8. The Heritage (from USD 214)
Luxurious hotel with high standards, but some guests found the pricing to be on the higher side for certain amenities and room types.
Fabulous spa, clean leisure center, spacious rooms, and beautiful grounds with a golf course, cinema room, and 5km walking track.
Convenient location near M7 with easy access to Kildare village for shopping, but some guests found the area to be a bit remote with limited nearby attractions.
Delicious breakfast with great variety, lovely bar food, and excellent service, but some guests experienced slow service and issues with the dinner menu.
With gorgeous interiors, premium furnishings, and carefully chosen cutlery and crockery, The Heritage ensures a regal stay for guests. Past guests have also commended the top-notch service.
The spa here utilizes its lovely rural setting to offer rejuvenating treatments that are designed to release stress amidst a tranquil environment. It also offers a unique journey through different shower areas with varying temperatures to heal your cells and refresh you.
The Heritage
Address: Windmill Terrace
52.72 km (32.8 mi) from Altamont Gardens
9. Killashee Hotel (from USD 156)
Midweek stay pricing slightly high. Fee for hydrotherapy suite in spa is expensive.
Beautiful grounds, spacious rooms, family-friendly activities, live entertainment, excellent spa and leisure facilities.
Convenient location for visiting other places, close to Kildare Village, stunning surroundings, peaceful and quiet setting.
Delicious bar food, lovely breakfast, excellent dinner, good variety, child-friendly options, but some inconsistencies in service and quality.
If you wish to stay at a grand Victorian building that is surrounded by charming gardens and lush woods, Killashee Hotel is a perfect choice. Even in such a setting, it offers all the modern-day comforts that include luxurious linens and toiletries, in-room coffee makers, and flat-screen TVs with Netflix.
If you enjoy massages, you will love the spa here. You can take your pick from a traditional Swedish massage, a Polynesian Lomi Lomi massage, or a warm bamboo massage. And if you like trying out alternative methods of treatment, you can choose their sleep-inducing dry floatation technique that promises deep relaxation.
Killashee Hotel
Address: Old Kilcullen Road
50.81 km (31.6 mi) from Altamont Gardens
10. Mount Wolseley Hotel Spa & Golf Resort (from USD 157)
Surrounded by beautifully maintained greens and lovely lakes, Mount Wolseley Hotel Spa & Golf Resort is an idyllic place to stay. Inside, you will find a grand chandelier, Italian-marble flooring, and deluxe furnishings that offer elegance along with modern amenities.
The spa combines techniques from the continents of Europe and Asia to provide a wide array of treatments for complete rejuvenation. It also has a unique indoor beach where light therapy is used to uplift your mood while you relax your muscles on the warm sand.
Mount Wolseley Hotel Spa & Golf Resort
6.61 km (4.2 mi) from Altamont Gardens
Revisit Irish history in Carlow
Built and inhabited since ancient times, Carlow is an excellent destination to learn about the history of Ireland. Book one of these top hotels with a spa for a relaxing stay during your visit.
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