Radisson Blu Hotel, Athlone – A Favorite for Families in Athlone
About the Hotel
Rooms with river views
Radisson Blu Hotel, Athlone offers rooms with views of the River Shannon and Athlone's historic buildings. Each room includes a flat-screen TV, free high-speed Wi-Fi, and a Nespresso coffee machine. Suites feature rain showers, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary mineral water. Some rooms have separate sleeping areas with king-size beds and multiple flat-screen TVs.
Dining by the river
Elements Restaurant serves seasonal dishes with local ingredients, surrounded by water, fire, earth, and air-themed decor. The Quayside Bar & Lounge offers cocktails, beer, and wine with panoramic river views. Guests can start the day with a Super Breakfast buffet in Elements Bistro, featuring Irish breads, fresh fruits, and hot selections.
Leisure and fitness
The Fitness Club includes a gym, an indoor heated pool, a sauna, and a steam room. Outdoor activities like golfing, boating, and angling are available at Bay Sports Water Activity Centre, 7 km away. Families can visit Glendeer Pet Farm to interact with llamas and monkeys.
Central Athlone location
The hotel is a 10-minute walk from Athlone town center and 100 km from Ireland West Knock Airport. Nearby attractions include Athlone Castle Visitor Centre (0.5 km), Luan Gallery (0.5 km), and Golden Island Shopping Centre (1.5 km). The historic Sean's Bar, Ireland's oldest pub, is within walking distance.
Meeting and event spaces
Nine meeting rooms span over 1,000 square meters, with a pre-function area and private bar. The largest room seats 16 and has river views. The Marina Ballroom hosts events with views of the River Shannon, Athlone Castle, and the cathedral.
Choose from a variety of room types
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Free parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Express check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Locker room
- Lift
- ATM/Cash machine
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness centre
- Sports trainer
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Babysitting/Child services
- Children's buffet
Spa & Leisure
- Indoor swimming pool
- Sun terrace
- BBQ facilities
- Leisure/ TV room
- Sauna
- Steam room
- Pool with view
Room features
- Heating
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor