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The Lakeside Hotel & Leisure Centre

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Welcome to the 4 star Lakeside Hotel & Leisure Centre in Killaloe on the County Clare and County Tipperary border. This Family Friendly Hotel is situated in a stunning location on the banks of the river Shannon, proudly overlooking the twin towns of Ballina Co. Tipperary and Killaloe Co. Clare with its famous 13 arch bridge and 13th century cathedral, St. Flannans. With its innate sense of peace and warmth, it is often described by locals as "Ireland's Best kept secret" and is one of the top hotels Clare has to offer.
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Pool
Fitness Centre with Gym / Workout Room
Free breakfast
Boating
Canoeing
Babysitting
Car park
Wifi
Hot bath
Indoor pool
Heated pool
Plunge pool
Shallow end in pool
Fence around pool
Fitness / spa changing rooms
Fitness classes
Personal trainer
Sauna
Bar / lounge
Restaurant
Breakfast available
Breakfast buffet
Breakfast in the room
Complimentary Instant Coffee
Kid-friendly buffet
Kids' meals
Outdoor dining area
Special diet menus
Vending machine
Hiking
Horseback riding
Aerobics
Canoeing offsite
Fishing
Patio
Tennis court offsite
Water park offsite
Waterslide
Board games / puzzles
Children's television networks
Kids pool
Highchairs available
Taxi service
Conference facilities
Banquet room
Meeting rooms
Steam room
24-hour security
Baggage storage
Currency exchange
Newspaper
Non-smoking hotel
Outdoor furniture
Sun terrace
First aid kit
Umbrella
24-hour check-in
24-hour front desk
Express check-in / check-out
Dry cleaning
Laundry service
Ironing service
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Room features
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
Desk
Housekeeping
Room service
Safe
Cable / satellite TV
Bath / shower
Telephone
VIP room facilities
Wardrobe / wardrobe
Bottled water
Clothes rack
Iron
Laptop safe
Private bathrooms
Wake-up service / alarm clock
Flatscreen TV
Complimentary toiletries
Hair dryer
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Room types
Landmark view
Bridal suite
Non-smoking rooms
Suites
Family rooms
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HOTEL CLASS
3.0 of 5 stars
HOTEL STYLE
Green
Languages Spoken
English
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Wander36942805477 wrote a review Yesterday
Limerick, Ireland4 contributions
This hotel has so much potential based on location and just THE best staff. But hotel itself needs a lot of TLC. If you are a normal guest not staying in the front section of hotel then you see the flaws. The pool area needs major refurbishment. The dressing room is just manky dirty. The pool is grubby. All in all it’s just under par. Rooms are fine. I had one of the cheaper ones with a view of the recycling bins but room itself was fine. The restaurant is cold and lacks Irish warmth with mediocre food. Such a shame. Plus photos on their website do not reflect what it looks like today 2024. Just sad. Cause it could be absolutely fantastic.
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Date of stay: February 2024
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Maps50325978963 wrote a review Yesterday
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Loved this hotel, booked in for one night and got upgraded to the Superior waterfront room which was just fabulous! So much so we booked in on a whim for a second night. Leisure centre has a good sized pool and a waterslide which was popular while we were there! The bar staff were very friendly , couldn't do more for us and especially at a time when the place was so so busy as we went Patrick's weekend. The food was really lovely enjoyed all of our meals. Will definitely be back!
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Date of stay: March 2024
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CaitMc15 wrote a review 16 Mar
County Clare, Ireland27 contributions17 helpful votes
We have been members of the leisure centre for several years, but unfortunately we will not be renewing this year. For the last six months or so, every time we have gone it has been uncomfortably busy, something has been out of order, and the changing rooms have been filthy. I rarely see the lifeguards enforcing rules around children in swimming lanes, the plunge pool and hot tub. There are also almost always private lessons taking up a swimming lane during peak times. It seems the owners are solely interested in generating more revenue to the detriment of members' enjoyment of the facility. Membership for a family isn't exactly cheap either. The only way I could see to improve the situation would be to reintroduce a booking system, such as the one that was in place during Covid, and to have enough staff to clean the facility...and fix things when they are broken. The steam room has been out of order for weeks now.
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Date of stay: March 2024Trip type: Travelled with family
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15Aisling18 wrote a review 15 Mar
Bruckless, Ireland3 contributions
The hotel is situated in a fabulous setting beside the water. The room was spacious and well equipped with a lovely view. The attention to detail by the friendly staff made this a wonderful stay for a family reunion.
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Date of stay: March 2024
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Catherine O wrote a review 11 Mar
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Just back from a wonderful midweek break. Everything was excellent from start to finish. Room was beautiful and food was delicious. Staff were very helpful throughout our stay. Hope to return again soon. Would not hesitate to recommend the Lakeside Hotel.
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Date of stay: March 2024Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Gillian M wrote a review 11 Mar
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The staff and the food at this hotel are 5 star! The rooms were really comfortable and most of them seemed to have beautiful views of Lough Derg. Very family friendly as the leisure Centre has a slide too!
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Helen wrote a review 11 Mar
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Fabulous hotel.staff could not have been more helpful.we stayed 2 nights and loved every minute of it.Had a beautiful room with a view of the lake.Both dinner and breakfast was lovely..i would highly recomened this hotel.we will defenitly be returning.
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Date of stay: March 2024Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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vincepcork wrote a review 11 Mar
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Great place to stay. Great location on the river and a very short stroll to Killaloe. Staff was a pleasure. Breakfast was really good. Waterfront room was absolutely lovely. The only negative I can think of is that the leisure centre was quite busy when we visited.
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Matthew P wrote a review 9 Mar
Brighton and Hove, United Kingdom759 contributions234 helpful votes
Went here for Sunday lunch and the place was very busy. Bookings aren't available but we only had to wait for 5 minutes or so before being shown a table. The menu choices aren't that extensive as this is basically a roast meal affair but the prices are very reasonable and there was plenty of food included so certainly value for money. Ambience is fine but a little noisy due to cateringto families some wth excited kids but a great place with attentive and helpful staff.
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Date of stay: February 2024
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kevinD6372ML wrote a review 5 Mar
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Really good hotel for families in an excellent location. We were a family of 4 and couldn’t fault it. Breakfast in the mornings they have an excellent choice to fit all needs. Kids loved the leisure facilities with slide in swimming pool.
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€131 - €230 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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LOCATION
IrelandProvince of MunsterCounty ClareKillaloe
NUMBER OF ROOMS
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Lakeside Hotel & Leisure Centre
Which popular attractions are close to The Lakeside Hotel & Leisure Centre?
Nearby attractions include West Lake Aqua Park (0.3 km), St. Flannan's Cathedral (0.4 km), and Brian Boru Heritage Centre (0.5 km).
What are some of the property amenities at The Lakeside Hotel & Leisure Centre?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include an indoor pool, free wifi, and free breakfast.
Which room amenities are available at The Lakeside Hotel & Leisure Centre?
Top room amenities include a flat screen TV, blackout curtains, and a desk.
What food & drink options are available at The Lakeside Hotel & Leisure Centre?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge during their stay.
Is parking available at The Lakeside Hotel & Leisure Centre?
Yes, free parking and a parking garage are available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to The Lakeside Hotel & Leisure Centre?
Conveniently located restaurants include Ponte Vecchio, Flanagan's on the Lake, and The Coffee Pot.
Are there opportunities to exercise at The Lakeside Hotel & Leisure Centre?
Yes, guests have access to an indoor pool, a fitness centre, and a sauna during their stay.
Is The Lakeside Hotel & Leisure Centre located near the city centre?
Yes, it is 0.4 km away from the centre of Killaloe.
Are any cleaning services offered at The Lakeside Hotel & Leisure Centre?
Yes, dry cleaning and laundry service are offered to guests.
Does The Lakeside Hotel & Leisure Centre offer any business services?
Yes, it conveniently offers meeting rooms, a banquet room, and conference facilities.
Are there any historical sites close to The Lakeside Hotel & Leisure Centre?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Beal Boru (0.3 km).