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Absolute Hotel
Sir Harry's Mall, Limerick V94 WP52 Ireland
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Great rooms, great food and friendly service in a really stunning hotel situated on a bend on the Abbey River in Limerick City. Here in the Medieval Quarter of Limerick we are only minutes walk away from King Johns Castle and the Hunt Museum, not to mention the amazing Milk Market with its artisan producers. The Absolute Hotel Limerick is the perfect base from which to get the best out of the city be it business or pleasure.
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Fitness Centre with Gym / Workout Room
Bar / lounge
Canoeing offsite
Taxi service
Business Centre with Internet Access
Conference facilities
Paid private parking nearby
Car park
Wifi
Restaurant
Breakfast available
Breakfast buffet
Breakfast in the room
Complimentary Instant Coffee
Complimentary tea
Kids' meals
Special diet menus
Vending machine
Banquet room
Meeting rooms
Facial treatments
Massage
Salon
24-hour security
Baggage storage
Concierge
Newspaper
Non-smoking hotel
24-hour front desk
Express check-in / check-out
Dry cleaning
Laundry service
Ironing service
Room features
Allergy-free room
Soundproof rooms
Air conditioning
Interconnected rooms available
Private balcony
Room service
Safe
Flatscreen TV
Telephone
Iron
Laptop safe
Wake-up service / alarm clock
Room types
Bridal suite
Non-smoking rooms
Suites
Family rooms
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HOTEL STYLE
Modern
Family
Languages Spoken
English, French, German, Italian and 1 more
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The Absolute Hotel garners high praise for its attentive service and modern atmosphere, though events may sometimes lead to a bustling vibe. While the hotel's cleanliness and central location near city attractions are repeatedly lauded by guests, opinions on value are divided due to parking fees and varying amenities.
Accommodations are generally celebrated for their spaciousness and river views, yet some guests have pointed out maintenance issues. Despite this, the hotel's amenities, particularly its comfortable beds and convenient parking, are popular highlights.
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Stopped a couple of nights here in September and just about to check out. Nice welcome when I arrived and room is very clean and very nice.
Staff are very friendly and helpful. Free secure car parking was a bonus when hotel is quite close to city centre.
Restaraunt was the best part for me. I wouldn’t usually eat in the hotel restaurant but usually go out looking for somewhere to eat. Gent on the evening was super friendly and efficient but biggest shout out goes to Lynda who served me breakfast, she was lovely and always had a welcoming smile.
All in all, I enjoyed my stay and will return next time in in the area
Staff are very friendly and helpful. Free secure car parking was a bonus when hotel is quite close to city centre.
Restaraunt was the best part for me. I wouldn’t usually eat in the hotel restaurant but usually go out looking for somewhere to eat. Gent on the evening was super friendly and efficient but biggest shout out goes to Lynda who served me breakfast, she was lovely and always had a welcoming smile.
All in all, I enjoyed my stay and will return next time in in the area
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Date of stay: September 2024Trip type: Travelled on business
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10/10 all-rounder, fabulous hotel.
Extremely spacious, modern bedroom overlooking the river with all modern amenities, including a Nespresso machine, rainfall shower in the bathroom and an ice/water machine in the hallway.
The car park attached to the hotel was free of charge and secured by a gated entrance which was operated by the reception desk.
The food (breakfast and evening menu) prepared by Dermot, the Head Chef, and his kitchen team, was absolutely exceptional and deserves a 5* rating for the menu choices, food quality and value for money.
The staff were so pleasant and friendly - particularly the receptionist Jacob, barman Colm and waitress Linda.
Will definitely be back!
Extremely spacious, modern bedroom overlooking the river with all modern amenities, including a Nespresso machine, rainfall shower in the bathroom and an ice/water machine in the hallway.
The car park attached to the hotel was free of charge and secured by a gated entrance which was operated by the reception desk.
The food (breakfast and evening menu) prepared by Dermot, the Head Chef, and his kitchen team, was absolutely exceptional and deserves a 5* rating for the menu choices, food quality and value for money.
The staff were so pleasant and friendly - particularly the receptionist Jacob, barman Colm and waitress Linda.
Will definitely be back!
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Date of stay: January 2020Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from ChiefConciergeAbs, Chief Concierge at Absolute Hotel
Responded 16 Jan 2020
Dear 582nigeljohn, Thank you very much for a 5* review! Alone we can do so little, together we can do so much- great you have noticed our wonderful and friendly staff across all the departments of the hotel. Big shout out to Dermot, Jacob, Colm and Linda! Warmest Regards, Chrystian Komorowski
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Stayed here for the third time last night.. as before it was an excellent experience .. post lockdown measures were above and beyond.. we felt so comfortable in the presentation of the room the facilities and the restaurant , price was so reasonable including breakfast and three course dinner, all items in the room were disposable and individually wrapped, the remote was in a freshly sanitized pouch ( impressive) The staff were so friendly throughout the hotel and their attention to detail in cleaning after each guest was outstanding.
Food was excellent ,decor is gorgeous .. walking distance to town ...ideally located.
My husband ordered his breakfast and because the fried egg had split on the plate, the waitress brought an additional egg of her own accord ..this wasn’t at all expected but we could not believe the attention to detail that this hotel holds, this was just an example of the detail delivered in general ..
Their website is excellent and easy to navigate including 3D floor plans of all areas.
Absolutely will continue to return regularly.. it deserves 5 stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Food was excellent ,decor is gorgeous .. walking distance to town ...ideally located.
My husband ordered his breakfast and because the fried egg had split on the plate, the waitress brought an additional egg of her own accord ..this wasn’t at all expected but we could not believe the attention to detail that this hotel holds, this was just an example of the detail delivered in general ..
Their website is excellent and easy to navigate including 3D floor plans of all areas.
Absolutely will continue to return regularly.. it deserves 5 stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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Date of stay: August 2020Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Chrystian Komorowski, Guest Services / Front Office at Absolute Hotel
Responded 5 Aug 2020
Dear myriam4, Thank you very much! Delighted you had amazing time here at the Absolute and enjoyed our dining room. What makes Absolute special its our truly dedicated staff! Looking forward to welcoming you in the nearest future Warmest Regards, Chrystian
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This hotel will remain to be my favorite hotel in Ireland and I will use any excuse to stay here. Just back from two days here and it was absolutely amazing as always from start to finish. Firstly thank you to Calvin in reservations who helped me organise our two night package with breakfast and dinner, he was so helpful in putting our package together. Arrived late afternoon and we were lucky to get parking in the hotel car park which is so handy with direct access in to the hotel lobby area. We were checked in by Chelsea on the Front desk who was so efficient in explaining how the hotel is operating under new restrictions. She also organised for us to get booked in for dinner and breakfast. We had dinner in the restaurant on both evenings. The menu is lovely and exactly the perfect balance of Burgers/Steaks and Fish/chicken dishes. They have an option for everyone on the menu. The portions are amazing, would highly recommend the Caesar salad and the Butter milk chicken burger. We were served by Lynda on both evenings- she is just amazing at her job, so friendly and efficient and made sure our orders were right and we were not stuck for a drink during our meal. She even helped us figure out some things to do during our stay in limerick and has the perfect personality for hospitality and making guests feel welcome. The manager Paula (I hope that's right) was also so friendly and runs a good show in the restaurant. Luke from the bar also looked after us during our stay and was very helpful. The hotel is so central and close walk to shopping and all amenities. The bedrooms in the hotel are also the best I have seen in any Irish hotel visited, they are modern with a king size bed in all rooms. The room was spotless and you receive a box with all essentials for your stay and are guaranteed no one will be entering your room during your stay. They have really went above and beyond with safety of their guests and the hard work is evident. They advise guests to only use Card in the hotel which works well also but you cannot tip by card so advise to have some cash available. Will be back again in November for our annual Christmas Shopping trip to Limerick and looking forward to it already.
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Date of stay: August 2020
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Room Tip: River View Rooms are beautiful
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Response from Chrystian Komorowski, Guest Services / Front Office at Absolute Hotel
Responded 24 Aug 2020
Dear P8608QMnicolac, Wow- thank you so much for your lovely feedback! We feel honored to be your No.1 All our bedrooms are spacious ,modern and offer lovely views overlooking Abbey River. Big shout out to Calvin, Chelsey, Lynda, Luke and the rest of our wonderful staff . I hope to welcome you back soon. Warmest Regards, Chrystian
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Stayed just one night but will definitely be back, this is a great hotel, very modern, very friendly staff everywhere. Food is amazing, breakfast was delicious, cooked and brought to table. Covid restrictions did not in anyway detract from our stay, in fact I was very impressed with all of the implementations this hotel have gone to in order to keep guests safe. Sanitisers in lift, on every floor, bathroom spotless, bedrooms are big with really comfy beds, big flat screen TV, river view. A box in room with toiletries and coffee tea ect all individually packed. I can't wait to return. Parking was simple and secure. Reception staff are to be commended for efficiency and friendliness.
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Date of stay: August 2020Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Chrystian Komorowski, Guest Services / Front Office at Absolute Hotel
Responded 4 Sept 2020
Dear cailin50, Thank you very much. We are happy that your stay was enjoyable. Our our staff is friendly and welcoming. Warmest Regards, Chrystian
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I feel like the sanitisation is done particularly well here, liked the hand gel in the lifts. Really friendly and helpful staff from arrival. Got room service with fab cocktails and food and it was served in cool take away boxes and with eco friendly cutlery which I was really impressed by. Rooms were a lovely size with the lovely living area with tv and of the comfiest beds I've slept in too. Breakfast is done so well with drinks in little glass bottles and I love how they bring out tea and toast first. The hot food menu was perfect and the staff were very helpful with vegan options. Thanks for a lovely stay!
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Date of stay: August 2020Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Chrystian Komorowski, Guest Services / Front Office at Absolute Hotel
Responded 20 Aug 2020
Dear Nadinewalsh, Thank you for your positive feedback. Safety of all our staff and guests is a priority so I am delighted you came across hotel being safe in this difficult and strange times. Looking forward to welcoming you soon again! Warmest Regards, Chrystian
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I stayed in the Absolute Hotel for one night recently. The Staff were all Excellent.
Unfortunately the Bedroom are tired, the carpets are Worn and Stained the furniture all needs upgrading.
Breakfast was also very Average. The full Irish, had a hot plate but the sausage had been cooked for some time and reheated and I got two half cold hard fried eggs. This was disappointing.
However on a positive note, the Hotel has an Excellent Covid-19 Policy and when you enter your bedroom they have a sealed box and it contained everything you need. This was first class and they also provided two bottles of water. Everything was done in this regard to the highest standard.
Unfortunately the Bedroom are tired, the carpets are Worn and Stained the furniture all needs upgrading.
Breakfast was also very Average. The full Irish, had a hot plate but the sausage had been cooked for some time and reheated and I got two half cold hard fried eggs. This was disappointing.
However on a positive note, the Hotel has an Excellent Covid-19 Policy and when you enter your bedroom they have a sealed box and it contained everything you need. This was first class and they also provided two bottles of water. Everything was done in this regard to the highest standard.
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Date of stay: September 2020
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Response from Donnacha Hurley, General Manager at Absolute Hotel
Responded 1 Oct 2020
Im really happy to see the excellent staff comment but disappointed on the upgrade comments!. we work really hard to replace anything that needs replacing. We have spare carpet ready to go and cycle through rooms to replace as necessary. I'd be very grateful for any specific comments on the furniture and the "all needs upgrading " need a bit of context. Understanding items get older but its tough when told that everything needs to be changed?. We never hold eggs so also trying to figure out how the eggs were cold and hard unless they were sitting at the pass from the kitchen before delivered. They are all cooked fresh to order. Sausage are also finished off to order. Regards Donnacha Hurley General Manager
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Myself & my friend stayed overnight In the hotel last Saturday for a girls night away!
From the moment we arrived in reception to when we checked out the next morning we felt so welcome, the staff were so friendly and the service was superb.
The room was so spacious and modern with all the facilities you require and more!
We had dinner that evening and breakfast in the morning, both meals were beautiful, really impressed with breakfast as there was buffet options aswell as a hot option menu and everything was individually wrapped so keeping within the Covid guidelines which were adhered to throughout the hotel.
The Absolute Hotel is without a doubt my favourite hotel for a girls night away and in such great location with the city centre only 5 mins walk..
We will be back again soon!
From the moment we arrived in reception to when we checked out the next morning we felt so welcome, the staff were so friendly and the service was superb.
The room was so spacious and modern with all the facilities you require and more!
We had dinner that evening and breakfast in the morning, both meals were beautiful, really impressed with breakfast as there was buffet options aswell as a hot option menu and everything was individually wrapped so keeping within the Covid guidelines which were adhered to throughout the hotel.
The Absolute Hotel is without a doubt my favourite hotel for a girls night away and in such great location with the city centre only 5 mins walk..
We will be back again soon!
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Date of stay: August 2020Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Response from Chrystian Komorowski, Guest Services / Front Office at Absolute Hotel
Responded 20 Aug 2020
Dear angelafM8130KL, Thank you - it is all about our friendly and welcoming staff! Looking forward to welcoming you soon Warmest Regards, Chrystian
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What a fabulous find, was delighted to stay at the Absolute Hotel, Limerick, only sad to have to leave it.
My room was amazing, the view amazing, the bed so comfy, the quality of the furniture so good, also had a nespresso machine and Air Conditioning.
The breakfast was so fresh, and great selection, I have dietary issues and that was not an issue, they were able to serve up breakfast to suit.
The staff are so friendly and helpful, great to chat with.
My room was amazing, the view amazing, the bed so comfy, the quality of the furniture so good, also had a nespresso machine and Air Conditioning.
The breakfast was so fresh, and great selection, I have dietary issues and that was not an issue, they were able to serve up breakfast to suit.
The staff are so friendly and helpful, great to chat with.
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Date of stay: January 2020
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Room Tip: It's literally on the river bank, so personally a view of the Shannon is worth requesting
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Response from ChiefConciergeAbs, Chief Concierge at Absolute Hotel
Responded 30 Jan 2020
Dear 98765873e, Thank you for your nice comments re: rooms and tasty breakfast. We cater for the guests with allergies and dietary issues, so I am happy we were able to accommodate. Our dedicated staff are the hotel's greatest asset. Warmest Regards, Chrystian Komorowski
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Had another wonderful stay at The Absolute Hotel Limerick.We checked in on Friday for our 2 night weekend stay, we were so looking forward to returning after restrictions were lifted.We had excellent meal in Harry's Bar can highly recommend the bar food the combo which includes chicken wings, ribs ,ceaser salad and chips and the burger were just delicious and my husband highly recommends the Guinness best pint he has in years. Desserts are also to die for would recommend the raspberry lime cheesecake with biscotti .Food and drinks are very reasonably priced .We had dinner again in restaurant on Saturday nite it was included in our package and again food was excellent .Pork Belly mashed potato ham hock croquettes black pudding and apple followed by the apple and berry crumble .Fish and chips are also delicious. The whole hotel area was spotless clean as was the room noticed throughout the weekend staff cleaning handrails and surfaces alot plenty of sanitizing stations around hotel .Breakfast is served in bar and you have all the usuals continental breakfast and hot food is served to table and again could not fault a thing .Staff are very friendly and chatty and all seem happy doing their job barmen laugh joke and chat to customers. We had a lovely girl Lynda serve us lunch on Saturday full of chat and very pleasant .We would highly recommend this hotel in city and look forward to returning in August .
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Date of stay: June 2021Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Chrystian Komorowski, Guest Services / Front Office at Absolute Hotel
Responded 25 Jun 2021
Dear wileyk, I am delighted you enjoyed your stay at the Absolute. Great to see some fantastic feedback on food and the cleanliness of the hotel. Big shout out to our amazing Lynda! Warmest Regards, Chrystian
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€124 - €178 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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Frequently Asked Questions about Absolute Hotel
Which popular attractions are close to Absolute Hotel?
Nearby attractions include Escape Limerick (0.4 km), Hunt Museum (0.3 km), and Saint Mary's Cathedral (0.2 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Absolute Hotel?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge.
What food & drink options are available at Absolute Hotel?
Guests can enjoy an on-site restaurant, a lounge, and breakfast during their stay.
Is parking available at Absolute Hotel?
Yes, free parking, a parking garage, and paid private parking nearby are available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Absolute Hotel?
Conveniently located restaurants include Katie Dalys Heritage Pub & Kitchen, Rossi's Italian & Grill, and The Locke.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Absolute Hotel?
Yes, guests have access to a fitness centre during their stay.
Is Absolute Hotel located near the city centre?
Yes, it is 0.7 km away from the centre of Limerick.
Are any cleaning services offered at Absolute Hotel?
Yes, dry cleaning and laundry service are offered to guests.
Does Absolute Hotel offer any business services?
Yes, it conveniently offers a business centre, meeting rooms, and a banquet room.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Absolute Hotel?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English, French, German, Italian, and Polish.
Are there any historical sites close to Absolute Hotel?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Grange Stone Circle (3.2 km), Augustinian Church (0.9 km), and Grange Stone Circle (0.4 km).