Title: The Royal Hotel and Merrill Leisure Club Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # The Royal Hotel and Merrill Leisure Club Family-friendly hotel with fitness centre and sauna ![Indoor pool, outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/590000/582000/581969/11f33356.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Serves breakfast, lunch and dinner](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/590000/582000/581969/33c559e0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Serves breakfast, lunch and dinner](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/590000/582000/581969/f58b01aa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/590000/582000/581969/9dda7706.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Triple Room | In-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/590000/582000/581969/2cf43700.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies A garden, a playground and a hair salon are just a few of the amenities provided at The Royal Hotel and Merrill Leisure Club. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna. The on-site restaurant, McGettigans Pub, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner and children's meals. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as an arcade/games room and dry cleaning/laundry services. 6.6 ## Popular amenities - Pool - Bar - Gym - Room service - Breakfast available - Air conditioning ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Nov 15 - Nov 16](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-15&endDate=2025-11-16&selected=581969&PinnedHotelID=581969&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-15&endDate=2025-11-16&selected=581969&PinnedHotelID=581969&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Nov 16 - Nov 17](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-16&endDate=2025-11-17&selected=581969&PinnedHotelID=581969&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-16&endDate=2025-11-17&selected=581969&PinnedHotelID=581969&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Nov 21 - Nov 23](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-23&selected=581969&PinnedHotelID=581969&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-23&selected=581969&PinnedHotelID=581969&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Nov 28 - Nov 30](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=581969&PinnedHotelID=581969&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=581969&PinnedHotelID=581969&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 4 of 4 rooms ![Triple Room | In-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/590000/582000/581969/2cf43700.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Triple Room ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Connecting rooms available TV Premium bedding Private bathroom Hairdryer Coffee/tea maker - 215 sq ft - City view - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed ![Twin Room | In-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/590000/582000/581969/60691eb8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Twin Room ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Connecting rooms available TV Private bathroom Hairdryer Coffee/tea maker In-room safe - City view - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds ![Family Room | In-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/590000/582000/581969/0e304c9d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Room ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Connecting rooms available TV Premium bedding Private bathroom Hairdryer Coffee/tea maker - 269 sq ft - City view - Sleeps 4 - 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds ![Double Room | In-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/590000/582000/581969/504dc658.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Room ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Connecting rooms available TV Private bathroom Hairdryer Coffee/tea maker In-room safe - 161 sq ft - City view - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna. The on-site restaurant, McGettigans Pub, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner and children's meals. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with an arcade/games room and dry cleaning/laundry services. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - An indoor pool and an outdoor pool - Free self-parking - Full breakfast (surcharge), a TV in reception and wedding services - Free newspapers, luggage storage and coffee/tea in reception Room features All 125 rooms feature comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to perks such as free WiFi and safes. 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Free WiFi - Restaurant - Breakfast available - Bar 9.0 Wonderful 950 reviews £75 includes taxes & fees 16 Nov - 17 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-16&endDate=2025-11-17&selected=70792391&PinnedHotelID=70792391&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: WiFi (surcharge) ### Parking and transport - Offsite parking available (EUR 5 per night) - Free self parking on site - Limited on-site parking - Wheelchair-accessible parking available ### Food and drink - Full breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; EUR 10 for adults and EUR 6.50 for children - A bar/lounge - A restaurant - Coffee and tea in common areas - Snack bar/deli ### Restaurants on site - McGettigans Pub ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Children's pool - Gym - Indoor pool - Outdoor pool - Playground - Sauna - TV in common areas ### Family friendly - Arcade/game room - Babysitting - Children's pool - Indoor pool - Laundry facilities - Outdoor pool - Playground - Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge) - Snack bar/deli - Soundproofed rooms ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Free newspapers in lobby - Hair salon - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Wedding services ### Business services - 24-hour business centre - 3 meeting rooms - 86 square feet of conference space ### Outdoors - Garden - On a river ### Spa - In-room massages ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Lift - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel ### More - 4 floors - Banquet hall - Fireplace in lobby ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge) ### Bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Limited room service ### More - Air conditioning (climate-controlled) - Connecting rooms available - Electrical adapters - Iron/ironing board - Phone - Safe - Soundproofed rooms ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime Contactless check-in and check-out are available Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before noon Contactless check-out ### Special check-in instructions Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 18 and older ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 30 per night. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - Deposit: EUR 100 per accommodation, per stay We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Fee for full breakfast: from approximately EUR 10 for adults and from EUR 6.5 for children - Nearby parking fee: EUR 5 per night - Rollaway bed fee: EUR 30 per night The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted Cashless transactions are available Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 6:30 PM Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation ### National rating Rating provided by Fáilte Ireland, the National Tourism Development Authority of Ireland, source of official star ratings for accommodation. ### Property is also known as Merrill Leisure Merrill Leisure Club Royal Hotel & Merrill Leisure Club Royal Hotel & Merrill Leisure Club Bray Royal Merrill Leisure Club Royal Merrill Leisure Club Bray Royal Hotel Merrill Leisure Club Bray Royal Hotel Merrill Leisure Club The Royal Hotel Leisure Centre Bray Hotel Royal Wicklow Royal Hotel Wicklow Royal Bray The Royal Merrill Leisure Bray The Royal Hotel Leisure Centre The Royal Hotel Merrill Leisure Club The Royal Hotel and Merrill Leisure Club Bray The Royal Hotel and Merrill Leisure Club Hotel The Royal Hotel and Merrill Leisure Club Hotel Bray ## Frequently asked questions ### Does The Royal Hotel and Merrill Leisure Club have a pool? > Yes, this property has an indoor pool, an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Pool access is from 7:00 AM to 6:30 PM. ### Is The Royal Hotel and Merrill Leisure Club pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at The Royal Hotel and Merrill Leisure Club? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at The Royal Hotel and Merrill Leisure Club? > Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. ### What time is check-out at The Royal Hotel and Merrill Leisure Club? > Checkout is at noon. ### Where is The Royal Hotel and Merrill Leisure Club located? > This family-friendly Bray hotel is located on the riverwalk, within 2 mi (3 km) of Bray Beach and Killruddery House and Gardens. Bray Head is 2 mi (3.3 km) away. Bray Station is 9 minutes by foot. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Royal Hotel and Merrill Leisure Club Reviews 6.6 All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 124 8 - Good 210 6 - Okay 189 4 - Poor 131 2 - Terrible 78 ### 7.0/10 Cleanliness ### 7.2/10 Staff & service ### 7.4/10 Amenities ### 6.2/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 6.4/10 Eco-friendliness ### 8/10 Good #### noreen 26 Feb 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort #### Positive and negative Location is great. I’ve never been asked for photo ID at check-in before…I found it odd …Room and downstairs were lovely, comfortable. There were insects coming out from under the bath. The carpet in hallway needs an upgrade, there were drips coming from the ceiling. I paid the €5 overnight car park fee and went off on a hike with my kids. Half way round Bray Head I thought of renewing the car park ticket , but nothing I could do. When we got back to hotel at 5pm, car was clamped. €125 had to be paid for release fee😠 I feel this is unreasonable as we were staying the 2 nights. ##### noreen Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### James 5 Nov 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The staff at the Royal Hotel are so helpful, understanding, kind. The breakfast staff couldn’t do enough for you very friendly. ##### James Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021 ### 4/10 Poor #### Chris 18 Sept 2021 Disliked: Property conditions & facilities #### Don’t bother Very expensive for the quality of a very old & run-down building. Then to pay extra for parking is poor. Very tired hotel & staff generally grumpy ##### Chris Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### ALAN 4 Sept 2021 Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great weekend We had a lovely weekend and really look forward to coming back. ##### ALAN Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### Sharon 24 Aug 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Hotel staff were excellent, couldn’t be more helpful. Hotel was spotless. The only complaint I have is the restaurant, not enough choices on menu, we were left over an hour before food was served and requested drinks while my daughter was having dersert and did not get them. Menu needs to be updated for evening meals. ##### Sharon Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Verified traveller 16 Aug 2021 Liked: Cleanliness Disliked: Property conditions & facilities #### Wouldn’t stay again The toilet in our room was blocked. The rooms were very dated. The shower/bath was very high and slippy. Staff were rude too ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021 ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller 3 Aug 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities Disliked: Amenities bar food was excellent ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 2 Aug 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities food was excellent and staff were all very helpful and friendly. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021 ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller 18 Jul 2021 Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities Management should focus on costumer service it needs lot of improvement!! Despite the place needs a good refurbishment at least the service could be better . Holding deposits incase any damages happens in the room it’s something never seen in hospitality even in b&b ! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021 ### 4/10 Poor #### Verified traveller 2 Jul 2021 H ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021 ### 4/10 Poor #### Stephen 13 Jun 2021 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Poor service dated & dirty. Poor service in this hotel. On check in we asked for an ice bucket & 2 wine glasses (didn’t think this was a big request). We were told to go to the bar & get it ourselves by reception. We had bags with us as you would expect while checking in & wouldn’t have been able to carry it. They also don’t tell you at check in that the car park for the hotel is not theirs & you need to pay and display to park there. It is explained in an information leaflet they give you with the envelope with your room keys but let’s face it who reads that stuff. This is vital information that would be a nice courtesy to be told about on checking in. Rooms are dated & full of cobwebs. Looked as if the room hadn’t been cleaned since before Covid restrictions. Shower is atrocious. Takes about 10 minutes running before any hot water comes out at all and it sounds like a banshee has been set on fire too. Not only do you have to endure the banshee screeching shower and wait 10 minutes before it’s hot you then have to endure 5 seconds of excruciating hot water followed by 5 seconds of ice cold water on repeat the whole time after that no matter what setting you turn the dial to. If you want comfort, cleanliness & any sort of good customer service is avoid this hotel. Don’t like giving bad reviews but this place deserves nothing better unfortunately. ##### Stephen Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021 ### 4/10 Poor #### Adrian 10 Jun 2021 Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities #### DIRTY AND POOR. Started off not knowing where to go as the sign postage were directing us into the leisure centre rather than the main reception. We checked in, and were then unexpectedly notified that we must hand up a 50 euro deposit. Once on arrival we sat our bags down. We had no kettle, and We had no hair dryer, which in the brochure stated we'd have one in the bathroom. As we sat on the bed we felt a bit of dust falling on our laps. So myself and my girlfriend began to check the room. On our way around the room we found a bug crawling around and thick dust and dirt lying on our mirror and bed rest. I found this appalling especially since I am an asthmatic and have been coughing ever since I left this so called hotel. We left Our door hanger on so we could have our room serviced. Only our bins were replaced. We had to book to go to the swimming pool due to social distancing. One we arrived at the swimming pool there were more than people in the pool jumping around. I was very disappointed with my stay in this hotel. I enjoyed my stay in bray but would have preferred to stay in a different hotel. THIS HOTEL SHOULD NOT RECEIVE 3 STARS. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/C6DD0531932E97B9D77B545BE0C7B4D7C9D0F0AE1623335591938.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/534B31D58FA92AD9CAE1833EA6BE303D672401EA1623335610945.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Adrian Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021 ### 4/10 Poor #### Ryan 7 Jun 2021 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort Dislike very Much ##### Ryan Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 31 Aug 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort Wonderful staff and good food. The rooms were clean but the hotel was a bit tired. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020 ### 6/10 Okay #### Shauna 22 Aug 2020 Liked: Cleanliness Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort #### ixed experience Chelsea in reception was great. Heat in room unbearable so got us a room change but unfortunately no WiFi on move. Bar is lovely and so is the food but service is disorganised chaos. Not enough staff, waiting long time for drinks, orders mixed up. Breakfast good too. 😀 ##### Shauna Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020 ### 4/10 Poor #### Verified traveller 9 Aug 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Disliked: Property conditions & facilities The pictures on the booking looked better then in reality. The hotel is old and in need of a good renovation or even a good deep clean. Walls are paper thin. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020 ### 8/10 Good #### Julian 3 Aug 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Hotel pub ist echt supper ein Besuch wert. Insgesamt war der Aufenthalt gut. Zimmer war gut. Hotel insgesamt etwas abgewirtschaftet. Es hat ein Bad ich hab dieses aber nicht besucht. Die Stadt lohnt sich nicht anzusehen am besten besucht man den Strand dort ist es echt schön. ##### Julian Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020 ### 6/10 Okay #### mary 21 Jul 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Stayed for one night. Good location . Hotel clean and friendly staff. Food wasn’t great. Has dinner that night lovely starter but main course wasn’t nice. Breakfast wasn’t great. Having to be served at the table is very understandable but the portions were very small. Had to keep asking for everything we wanted. When we asked for more toast after one slice each we were given another half slice each. I left feeling hungry which never happens after a hotel breakfast. ##### mary Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020 ### 8/10 Good #### Michael 17 Feb 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### 8 just nice llittle break ##### Michael Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020 ### 4/10 Poor #### Verified traveller 30 Jan 2020 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Poor experience with late check in and wrong room Rang in advance to inform of late check in. So far, so good. Arrived after midnight, and night porter rude. Had to take long way out to carpark to pay for parking at nearly 1am as staff wouldn't open door to let me out at carpark end. Had to get change for parking which was thrown onto the counter. Had booked a double room but was given a, twin room. No please, thank you or any pleasantries during check in or any of the interactions. Staff the next morning were fine and breakfast was decent. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020 ### 4/10 Poor #### Verified traveller 27 Jan 2020 Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Poor service for coeliacs ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Mario 21 Jan 2020 Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort You have to pay for the parking. Heating was not working. They ask you for a deposit, photo ID and your home address although the accommodation was paid in advance. The table in the room was wobbly etc. The room numbers go as 521, 523, 524, and then 522. It took me 20 minutes to find the room ##### Mario Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020 ### 6/10 Okay #### Daniel 10 Jan 2020 Liked: Staff & service Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities #### Grand seaside hotel past its prime This was a hard review to write. Definitely not the perfect hotel but the staff were on the whole very helpful. We arrived at 5.25pm and the kids were excited to get into the pool after a long drive. Only to discover that the pool times are 10.00 am to 5.30pm. So completely pointless for anyone planning to do things during the day but might want a swim early or later. The pool was the main reason for choosing this hotel so I was very frustrated. Our room was fine but when I looked at the bathroom it was really awful. Mould growing everywhere, door frame falling apart. I went to reception and they moved us straight away but we should not have had to ask. The location is good for the train, about 5 minutes walk away, then straight into Dublin. The bar was large, but not at all busy (first weekend after New Year), the restaurant didn't seem to be open. Parking was fine but it is €5 a day extra, the machine only takes coins and you can't pay the hotel daily rate by the app. ##### Daniel Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brian 8 Dec 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Excellent The heating was not working in my room but the hotel staff were excellent and moved me to a room that was fantastic the hotel is in the middle of refurbishment and my stay was very nice staff excellent ##### Brian Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Kieran 26 Nov 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Disliked: Staff & service #### There is easier check ins than this place Parked in car park. Walked to reception Check in as follows: Booked and paid for room online, Needed my ID and my security card to take a deposit. Had to pay €5 for car park But trey didn’t do cash back had to go to bank then get change then put ticket on my van. Eventually I got to my room. ##### Kieran Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [CABU By The Lakes](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cavan-Hotels-CABU-By-The-Lakes.h48850549.Hotel-Information) > > [Allingham Arms Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bundoran-Hotels-Allingham-Arms-Hotel.h37893738.Hotel-Information) > > [The Horse & Hound](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Delgany-Hotels-The-Horse-Hound.h22497217.Hotel-Information) > > [Redcastle Hotel, Golf & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Moville-Hotels-Redcastle-Hotel.h1538640.Hotel-Information) > > [Powerscourt Hotel, Autograph Collection](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Enniskerry-Hotels-Powerscourt-Hotel.h1680006.Hotel-Information) > > [Clayton Hotel & Leisure Club Sligo](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sligo-Hotels-Clayton-Hotel-Leisure-Club-Sligo.h1194108.Hotel-Information) > > [The Glenview Hotel And Leisure Club](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Delgany-Hotels-The-Glenview-Hotel-And-Leisure-Club.h695989.Hotel-Information) > > [Radisson Blu Hotel, Letterkenny](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Letterkenny-Hotels-Radisson-Blu-Hotel.h972005.Hotel-Information) > > [Farnham Estate Spa & Golf Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cavan-Hotels-Farnham-Estate-Spa-Golf-Resort.h1499097.Hotel-Information) > > [WHITES OF WEXFORD](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Wexford-Hotels-Clayton-Whites-Hotel.h1639727.Hotel-Information) > > [The Central Hotel Donegal](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Donegal-Hotels-The-Central-Hotel-Donegal.h15716211.Hotel-Information) > > [Portmarnock Resort & Jameson Golf Links](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Dublin-Hotels-Portmarnock-Resort-Jameson-Golf-Links.h445188.Hotel-Information) > > [Killashee Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Naas-Hotels-Killashee-Hotel.h908930.Hotel-Information) > > [Great Northern Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bundoran-Hotels-Great-Northern-Hotel.h1788827.Hotel-Information) > > [Hillgrove Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Monaghan-Hotels-Hillgrove-Hotel.h521923.Hotel-Information) > > [Brooklodge & Macreddin Village](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Macreddin-Village-Hotels-Brooklodge-Macreddin-Village.h1205461.Hotel-Information) > > [Arklow Bay Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Arklow-Hotels-Arklow-Bay-Hotel.h6769665.Hotel-Information) > > [Maldron Hotel Dublin Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Dublin-Hotels-Maldron-Hotel-Dublin-Airport.h1331635.Hotel-Information) > > [The Abbey Hotel Donegal](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Donegal-Hotels-The-Abbey-Hotel-Donegal.h1884.Hotel-Information) > > [Kee's Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stranorlar-Hotels-Kees-Hotel-Wellness-Centre.h4902351.Hotel-Information) > > [Mount Errigal Hotel Conference & Leisure Centre](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Letterkenny-Hotels-Mount-Errigal-Hotel-Conference-Leisure-Centre.h1561953.Hotel-Information) > > [Clayton Hotel Silver Springs](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cork-Hotels-Clayton-Hotel-Silver-Springs.h522758.Hotel-Information) > > [Arnolds Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Dunfanaghy-Hotels-Arnolds-Hotel.h527334.Hotel-Information) > > [Clayton Hotel Liffey Valley](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Dublin-Hotels-Clayton-Hotel-Liffey-Valley.h1166873.Hotel-Information) > > [The Johnstown Estate](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Enfield-Hotels-The-Johnstown-Estate.h906965.Hotel-Information) > > [Summerhill House Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Enniskerry-Hotels-Summerhill-House-Hotel.h3190229.Hotel-Information) > > [Bloomfield House Hotel, Leisure Club & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Mullingar-Hotels-Bloomfield-House-Hotel.h1057525.Hotel-Information) > > [Slieve Russell Hotel Golf & Country Club](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ardue-Hotels-Slieve-Russell-Hotel-Golf-Country-Club.h4952282.Hotel-Information) > > [Radisson Blu Hotel, Dublin Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Dublin-Hotels-Radisson-Blu-Hotel.h77932.Hotel-Information) > > [Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Dublin-Hotels-Clayton-Hotel-Dublin-Airport.h2226273.Hotel-Information)