Lodge At The Old Barracks - Athenry

Family-friendly hotel in historic Athenry with an award-winning bakery and stone-baked pizzeria

Dining Experience

The Lodge at the Old Barracks operates three distinct eateries: an award-winning bakery serving desserts all day, a restaurant offering Irish, American, Italian, and international cuisines, and the Stone House Pizza Bar with rapid stone-baked pizzas. Guests receive a complimentary breakfast that includes choices like the Old Barracks breakfast, vegetable plate, yogurt with fruit and granola, scones, Nutella waffles, and sweet pancakes. The bakery and restaurant also provide brunch, lunch, and dinner with vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options available.

Accommodations

Rooms and suites at the Lodge at the Old Barracks include the Superior Family Room with a king bed and two single beds, the Deluxe Twin Room, and the Abbey Row Suite with a fully equipped kitchen. Each family room has a private bathroom, parquet floors, a TV, and a work desk. Complimentary cakes or fudge are left in rooms upon arrival, and tea and coffee making facilities are provided.

Location and Local Attractions

The Old Barracks sits in the center of Athenry, a medieval town with attractions like Athenry Castle and the Athenry Heritage Centre within walking distance. Galway City is a 20-minute train ride from the nearby station, and the Cliffs of Moher, the Burren, and Ashford Castle are reachable by car. The hotel offers free private parking on site and is 48 miles from Shannon Airport.

Family-Friendly Amenities

The Lodge provides family rooms with sleeping arrangements for up to four people, including a king bed and two singles, plus a children's menu in the restaurant. Guests can use board games and puzzles from the hotel, and the staff can arrange early breakfast bags for early departures. The pizzeria's takeaway option allows families to eat in their rooms.

On-Site Facilities

The hotel has a fitness room, a sun terrace, and a coffee house on site, along with a barber/beauty shop. Meeting and banquet facilities are available for events, and the property offers packed lunches and special diet menus upon request. Security features include CCTV in common areas and outside, fire extinguishers, and key access.

• Location: Medieval town center, 20 min by train to Galway
• Rooms: Family rooms with king & twin beds, suites with kitchen
• Dining: Award-winning bakery, Italian restaurant, stone-baked pizzeria
• Breakfast: Complimentary full menu including pancakes, waffles, scones
• Parking: Free private parking on site
• Family: Children's menu, board games, early breakfast bags
• Wellness: Fitness room & sun terrace