Lord Bagenal Inn Leighlinbridge, Leighlinbridge ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

Main Street, Leighlinbridge, Ireland

The Lord Bagenal Inn is a family-run hotel located on the banks of the River Barrow in the heritage village of Leighlinbridge, Ireland. Established in 1979, it has earned multiple awards for its high standards of accommodation and dining. The hotel features contemporary artwork by renowned Irish and British artists, providing a cultural touchpoint for guests. Its proximity to local attractions, including historical sites and outdoor activities, enhances its appeal for visitors.

Location

Located just 20 minutes from Kilkenny off the N9, the Lord Bagenal Inn is easily accessible for travelers. The charming village of Leighlinbridge features narrow streets and historical sites, including a 14th-century bridge and castle ruins. Guests can find taxis available from Muine Bheag train station, making it convenient to reach the hotel.

Rooms

The hotel offers 39 well-appointed guest rooms designed for comfort and convenience. Each room is equipped with modern amenities, including free WiFi, multi-channel television, and luxury toiletries. Suites feature additional comforts like duck down duvets and complimentary robes. The rooms are bright, airy, and furnished with a contemporary style, ensuring an enjoyable stay for guests.

Eat & Drink

Dining at the Lord Bagenal Inn includes a variety of options, with Carvery Lunch served Monday through Saturday and an à la carte menu available in the bar and restaurant. Breakfast is served daily, offering a selection of hearty and light dishes. The hotel's dining venues provide guests with views of the River Barrow, creating a pleasant dining atmosphere.

Leisure & Business

While the hotel does not have on-site leisure facilities, it is situated near the Barrow Blueway, perfect for walking and cycling. Additional outdoor activities, such as canoeing and forest walks, are also available nearby. The hotel offers support for business needs and can accommodate small meetings and events.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Superior Twin Room

Max:

3 persons

14 m²

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

Heating

Bathtub

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Double Room

Max:

2 persons

12 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

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Getting around

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City Center

Leighlinbridge400 ft

Airports

Waterford (WAT) 45.8 mi

Dublin (DUB) 67.9 mi

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Breakfast Perfection

“The breakfast was absolutely delightful, with perfectly cooked options and a lovely variety to choose from, making each morning a treat.” view full review

Inclusive Amenities

“The hotel provided excellent amenities that catered to all guests, ensuring a comfortable experience for everyone.” view full review

Comfortable Accommodations

“I was pleasantly surprised by the luxurious room features, especially the large four-poster bed that provided a restful night's sleep.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
24-hour security
Allergy-free rooms
Elevator
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Housekeeping
Laundry
Welcome drink

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area

Business

Fax/Photocopying

Children

Babysitting/Child services

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Garden area

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Terrace
Garden furniture

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

Main Street, Leighlinbridge, Ireland

Map view

Main Street, Leighlinbridge, Ireland

City landmarks

Dinn Righ

Seat of the Kings of South Leinster Sculpture

2100 ft

Oldleighlin

St Laserian's Cathedral

2.0 mi

Greenside Up

2.0 mi

Carlow

Milford Mills

3.2 mi

Ballywilliamroe

Ballymoon Castle

3.8 mi

Castle

Shankill Castle

3.9 mi

Nearby

Main St

Black Castle

1800 ft

Restaurants

Rico's Take Away

1600 ft

Saint Lazerian's Street

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

82%

liked the hotel and would stay again

8.2/10

Great

Rooms

8.7

Location

8.7

Service

9.0

Dining

7.0

Adam

United Kingdom, November 2023

9.0/10

The hotel was superb, offering beautiful and comfortable rooms. However, the night was a bit too hot to get a good night's sleep. The service was top-notch, with very attentive and warm staff providing traditional Irish hospitality. The location was perfect for a quiet break away and had easy access to the river. The dining experience was superb, especially with a selection of fresh fruit and local cheeses. Overall, a wonderful stay with some minor room temperature issues.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were beautiful and so comfortable, with excellent amenities.

Service

9.0

The service was very attentive throughout the day, with friendly and cheerful staff.

Location

10.0

The location was perfect for a quiet little break away, right on the river and with easy access to the Barrow Way.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience was superb, especially with the fresh fruit and local cheeses.

Facilities

The facilities were top-notch, providing everything I needed for a comfortable stay.

Lisa

United Kingdom, September 2023

8.2/10

I had a wonderful stay at this hotel with my daughter. The rooms were cozy and well-equipped, offering a lovely view and a balcony overlooking the river. The service was top-notch, with exceptionally friendly and helpful staff in various departments. The location was vibrant and convenient, allowing us to enjoy the beautiful surroundings even during rainy weather. However, the bar food options were a bit lacking in flavor. Overall, a great value for the money.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were comfortable and provided a great view of the river from the balcony.

Service

9.0

The staff were exceptional in their professionalism, making our stay truly enjoyable.

Location

8.0

The hotel's location by the river was cheerful and colorful, with friendly staff willing to assist with recommendations and transportation.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was superb with a variety of choices and fresh options, though the bar food could use more flavor.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities were well-maintained and provided a comfortable stay.

Jon

United Kingdom, May 2023

7.6/10

The hotel was spotlessly clean and more spacious than expected, with fantastic and fast check-in and friendly staff. The rooms featured a great big bed and very clean bathroom and bedroom, offering a comfortable stay. However, the dining experience had some issues with a rude greeting and lack of attention to guests' needs.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were spotlessly clean and more spacious than expected, with a great big bed and very clean bathroom and bedroom.

Service

9.0

The staff provided warm and friendly traditional Irish hospitality, always meeting our needs and ensuring a pleasant stay.

Location

8.0

The hotel is just outside Carlow, a great location for exploring Carlow and enjoying the nearby golf at Mount Juliet. The staff at reception were really helpful and friendly, offering recommendations and assisting with taxi arrangements.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience had some downsides, including a very rude greeting and oversight during breakfast service.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel offers good facilities for a comfortable stay, though improvements could be made in the dining service.