Title: The elbowroom escape 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 elbowroom escape Lodge with free parking, in the vicinity of Russborough House ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23040000/23038600/23038508/e999e741.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23040000/23038600/23038508/5492ec9b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23040000/23038600/23038508/86bdda52.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23040000/23038600/23038508/2178a654.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, electric kettle](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23040000/23038600/23038508/65a578ac.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Located close to Lugnaquilla, The elbowroom escape provides a terrace, a firepit and a garden. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as conference space and a restaurant. 9.4 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Breakfast available - Kitchen - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Business services ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates # Tonight [Sept 26 - Sept 27](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-26&endDate=2025-09-27&selected=23038508&PinnedHotelID=23038508&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-26&endDate=2025-09-27&selected=23038508&PinnedHotelID=23038508&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # Tomorrow [Sept 27 - Sept 28](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-27&endDate=2025-09-28&selected=23038508&PinnedHotelID=23038508&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-27&endDate=2025-09-28&selected=23038508&PinnedHotelID=23038508&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # This weekend [Sept 26 - Sept 28](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-26&endDate=2025-09-28&selected=23038508&PinnedHotelID=23038508&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-26&endDate=2025-09-28&selected=23038508&PinnedHotelID=23038508&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # Next weekend [Oct 3 - Oct 5](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-03&endDate=2025-10-05&selected=23038508&PinnedHotelID=23038508&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-03&endDate=2025-10-05&selected=23038508&PinnedHotelID=23038508&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 3 of 3 rooms ![Deluxe Double Room | Premium bedding, down duvets, memory-foam beds, individually decorated](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23040000/23038600/23038508/e90d9fee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Double Room ### Highlights Individually furnished Individually decorated Connecting rooms available Hypo-allergenic bedding Blackout curtains Memory foam bed Premium bedding Down duvet - 107 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed OR 2 Large Single Beds ![Superior Double Room | Premium bedding, down duvets, memory-foam beds, individually decorated](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23040000/23038600/23038508/1962cd00.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Double Room ### Highlights Individually furnished Individually decorated Connecting rooms available Free cots/infant beds Hypo-allergenic bedding Memory foam bed Premium bedding Blackout curtains - 107 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed OR 1 Large Single Bed ![Deluxe Quadruple Room | Premium bedding, down duvets, memory-foam beds, individually decorated](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23040000/23038600/23038508/550469f8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Quadruple Room ### Highlights Individually furnished Individually decorated Connecting rooms available Free cots/infant beds Hypo-allergenic bedding Memory foam bed Premium bedding Blackout curtains - 129 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 4 Single Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FDonard-Hotels-The-Elbowroom-Escape.h23038508.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FDonard-Hotels-The-Elbowroom-Escape.h23038508.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C53.00146%2C-6.57331&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=SLB6BWW3oMLAR3MsFa4Xv_CibpU=) Ballinclea, Donard, Wicklow #### What's nearby - Russborough House - 29 min drive - 14.6 miles - The Wicklow Way - 41 min drive - 26.0 miles - Glendalough Visitor Centre - 44 min drive - 28.1 miles - Clara Lara Funpark - 52 min drive - 33.2 miles - St. Stephen's Green - 62 min drive - 38.0 miles #### Getting around - Sallins and Naas Station - 31 min drive - Dublin Airport (DUB) - 79 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Toomey's Bar - ‬5 min drive - ‪Fentons - ‬8 min drive ## About this property ### The elbowroom escape Upscale lodge near Russborough House Located close to Lugnaquilla, The elbowroom escape provides a terrace, a firepit and a garden. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as conference space and a restaurant. You'll also find perks such as: - Free self-parking - Continental breakfast (surcharge), a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and 2 meeting rooms - Luggage storage, a water dispenser and a vending machine Room features All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as premium bedding, in addition to amenities such as free WiFi. Extra conveniences in all rooms include: - Hypo-allergenic bedding, memory foam beds and down duvets - Bathrooms with showers and hairdryers - Communal kitchens, electric kettles and limited housekeeping ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48840000/48839400/48839323/3b4ab8a1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Luxury stone cottage in the Wicklow Mountains DONARD - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Outdoor space 10 Exceptional 28 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-11&selected=48839323&PinnedHotelID=48839323&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68830000/68826900/68826837/327877f4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Spacious 2 bed stone cottage in the Wicklow Mountains DONARD - Washer 9.0 Wonderful 4 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-11&selected=68826837&PinnedHotelID=68826837&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100960000/100955900/100955860/6db0e129.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Abhainn Ri Cottages Hollywood - Kitchen - Washer - Parking included - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 7 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-11&selected=100955860&PinnedHotelID=100955860&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Return airport shuttle (surcharge) from 6:30 AM to 9:30 PM on request - Free self parking on site ### Food and drink - Daily continental breakfast available 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: EUR 11 per person - A restaurant - Coffee and tea in common areas - Snack bar/deli ### Things to do - Yoga classes ### Family friendly - Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge) - Snack bar/deli ### Conveniences - Guidebooks - Luggage storage - Shared refrigerator - Vending machine - Water dispenser ### Guest services - Housekeeping (limited availability) - Tour and ticket assistance - Wedding services ### Business services - 2 meeting rooms - 517 square feet of conference space ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - In the mountains - Picnic area - Terrace ### Spa - Massage ### More - Built in 1840 - Fireplace in lobby - Smoke-free property - Traditional architecture ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Blackout drapes - Down comforter - Hypo-allergenic bedding - Memory foam mattress - Premium bedding - Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge) ### Bathroom - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Shower - Towels provided ### Food and drink - Electric kettle - Shared kitchen access ### More - Access via exterior corridors - Connecting rooms available - Individual decor - Individual furnishings ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: 3:00 PM Early check-in subject to availability Contactless check-in and check-out are available Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM Contactless check-out ### Special check-in instructions This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation There is no front desk at this property Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; your host will greet you To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation If you are planning to arrive after 3:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation ### Access methods Host will greet you, key retrieval ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Children can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 20 per night. ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately EUR 11 per person - Airport shuttle fee: EUR 140 per vehicle (one-way) - Rollaway bed fee: EUR 20 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 Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds, rollaway/extra beds and access to the hot springs This property accepts credit cards Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit 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 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 Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation ### National rating This property does not have a Ireland Tourist Board rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system. ### Property is also known as elbowroom escape Lodge Donard elbowroom escape Lodge elbowroom escape Donard elbowroom escape The elbowroom escape Lodge The elbowroom escape Donard The elbowroom escape Lodge Donard ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The elbowroom escape pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at The elbowroom escape? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at The elbowroom escape? > Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at The elbowroom escape? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Does The elbowroom escape provide a shuttle to the airport? > Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs 6:30 AM-9:30 PM on request. A fee of EUR 140 per vehicle applies. ### Where is The elbowroom escape located? > Situated in the mountains, this lodge is within 16 mi (25 km) of Russborough House, Wicklow Mountains National Park and Lugnaquilla. Blessington Lakes and The Wicklow Way are also within 25 mi (40 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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