Vale Of Avoca, Arklow, Ireland
#4 of 6 hotels in Arklow
Guests' ChoiceBased on 876 hotel reviews
8.3Cleanliness
8.8
Comfort
8.8
Location
9.0
Facilities
8.4
Staff
9.2
Value for money
8.3
Free WiFi
8.9
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 25 June 2023
Mary
IrelandNot much I didn't like comfortable clean but basic
Accommodation was satisfactory. Everything we needed. Hotel close by. A lady in the hotel was amazing when we ordered tea and sandwiches during a very busy dinner service. Over and above what I expected
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 17 June 2023
Tom
United Kingdomshower water pressure poor
location, good restaurant and friendly staff
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 16 June 2023
Fiona
IrelandThe restaurant in the bar area made the bar look very restauranty and a bit uncomfortable. Most of the staff were amazing however we were shown to a table that hadnt been wiped down at all and the table was cleanedwith a dirty cloth while we were sitting at the table ....a lovely waitress came over to take our order but was called away by the manageress who had initially sat us at the dirty table .very unprofessional.
The room was big and very comfortable..the views are next to none....lovely walks as well...hotel looks gorgeous...staff generally lovely and live music was a lovely bonus. Over all we reallyenjoyed our stay
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 11 June 2023
Christine
IrelandThe bed! Mattress was very hard, not comfortable at all so didn't sleep great
Loved the location, absolutely beautiful
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 7 June 2023
Amir
NetherlandsOur room was facing the parking lot and we would have preferred the other side
The location was amazing. The staff were very helpful and nice . The room a bit old style but very clean and comfortable.
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 29 May 2023
Lola31
IrelandThe mattress on the bed was so soft it felt like we were on a water bed! Every time one of us moved the other rolled involuntarily. Luckily there was a single bed in the room so my husband moved into that, otherwise neither of us would have gotten any sleep. It was also a bit disappointing to discover breakfast was not included in the price at €367 for 2 nights in May.
Food and service were really good. In particular the food at the Lodge was really good. The staff were so welcoming and friendly. The location is stunning and so calming which was helped by the fact that the sun shone all weekend.
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 24 May 2023
Helen
IrelandNothing
We only stayed overnight, arriving late, but the room was large and comfortable.
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 20 April 2023
Fiona
IrelandThe rooms in the lodge don't seem to have sound-proofing and it was very distracting hearing the boys next door getting ready for their night out singing along to house music on the Saturday evening.
I had dinner in the hotel on the first night and it was superb!! Staff were very friendly and helpful. It took a few minutes to figure out checking into the lodge on the first day but once that was sorted it was fine.
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 16 April 2023
Shelley
IrelandNice fresh breakfast selection and beautiful hotel location. Very friendly and helpful staff
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 2 April 2023
Colin
IrelandScenic location Excellent staff
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 1 April 2023
Michele
Irelandthe room was not cleaned properly and there were also dirty cups left in a drawer from previous customers.
loved the location
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 26 March 2023
Allyson
IrelandAs above
Liked the view to the river. I thought the bathroom toiletries were lacking for anyone having a bath as they were fixed to the wall. If staying sgain I would bring my own
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 21 March 2023
Matthew
IrelandNone
Breakfast good location excellent.
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: 6 March 2023
Patricia
IrelandNothing
Excellent
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 27 February 2023
Tom
IrelandDirty condition of floor in Breakfast area was very noticeable in the early morning sunlight..
Room in lodge overlooking river. Eat I n Bar food was excellent and good bar service. Friendly staff.
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: 22 February 2023
Geraldine
IrelandThe shower in the room wasn't working the best.
The staff were very friendly and helpful 🙂 the seafood special was delicious 😋
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: 20 February 2023
Daria
IrelandBreakfast could be better. But dinner was tasty.
Comfortable place to stay.
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: 15 February 2023
Theresa
IrelandBeds were uncomfortable and pillows were to low, shower was cold even though we tryed the knobs differently but still wouldn't heat
Excellent food and staff
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: 12 February 2023
Londonjr
IrelandNo complains at all
Everything
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: 6 February 2023
Richie
IrelandUnfortunately the hotels drink prices are almost extortionate. As there is no competition in the immediate vacinity I feel the hotel are taking advantage of their customers here. 4km away a bar serves me a bottle of beer for €5 which is what I pay for it at home and in other places I have stayed. The hotel however, charges €6.10 for the same bottle of beer. It was the only unfortunate part of our stay
Excellent staff all throughout hotel and Lodge. Food was exceptional. Entertainment over the weekend was a nice bonus
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: 20 January 2023
Majella
IrelandThe staff went above and beyond from the restaurant staff at dinner fitting in an extra table to accommodate me to Liz on reception who was so helpful with directions and local knowledge
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: 2 January 2023
Catherine
IrelandI liked everything. A really well run place with a great atmosphere. All the staff were superb.
Lovely hotel we stayed in the lodges.. It was very good. We had food and drinks in the hotel excellent food. There was entertainment on the two nights we were there. It was very good.
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: 19 November 2022
Liam
IrelandThe rooms were cold. Radiator was turned off. Even when I turned it on, it still didn’t work..The hotel is slightly dated but we did have a lovely (if a little cold) stay! Friendly staff, great place for some late drinks.
lovely homely hotel with a great bar and a more modern ‘lodge’ building across the street..
Stayed in November 2022
Reviewed: 16 November 2022
Craig
IrelandI was working so I couldn't spend more time there !
I have a long history with woodenbridge hotel and this is my first review , the lovely receptionist asked had I stayed before but I couldn't remember..now I remember alright ! and if I told you how I didn't remember..i wouldn't be believed !!! But I digress ! This time I stayed on my own and was able to really enjoy what they have to offer , the sound of the river Aughrim roaring past the lodge .. music to a nature lovers ears ☺️ Situated in the fairest vale of them all but only 10/15 mins from the M11 it's an ideal location to set off on an adventure in the garden of Ireland or for work as was my purpose. The staff the food and not forgetting the hotel and its location are amazing so I would definitely recommend the woodenbridge hotel for a stay . Thank you ! 🙏
Stayed in November 2022
Reviewed: 17 October 2022
Sandra
IrelandThe Dinner was beautiful. Great value for money and plenty of food. The service was excellent and the staff were very friendly. Will definitely be back.
Stayed in October 2022
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