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The elbowroom escape
4.0 star property

Upscale lodge in Donard with free parking

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The elbowroom escape

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Property grounds
Exterior detail
Superior Double Room
Dining
Shower, hair dryer, towels

Overview of The elbowroom escape

9.4

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services

Check out the area

Ballinclea, Donard, Wicklow
  • Popular LocationRussborough House17 min drive
  • Popular LocationPunchestown Racecourse25 min drive
  • Popular LocationWicklow Mountains National Park28 min drive
  • AirportDublin (DUB)78 min drive
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Room options

Deluxe Double Room

cleanliness

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Connecting rooms available
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
Memory foam bed
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Large Single Beds

Superior Double Room

cleanliness

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Memory foam bed
Down duvet
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Large Single Bed

Deluxe Quadruple Room

cleanliness

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Memory foam bed
Down duvet
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Beds

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About the area

Donard

Located in Donard, The elbowroom escape is in a rural area and in the mountains. Russborough House and St Kevin's Cell are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Wicklow Mountains National Park and Lugnaquilla. Blessington Lakes and The Wicklow Way are two other places to visit that come recommended. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like mountain biking.

What's nearby

  • Russborough House - 17 min drive
  • Wicklow Mountains National Park - 28 min drive
  • The Wicklow Way - 30 min drive
  • Blessington Lakes - 42 min drive
  • Lugnaquilla - 43 min drive

Getting around

  • Sallins and Naas Station - 31 min drive
  • Dublin Airport (DUB) - 79 min drive

Restaurants

  • Toomey's Bar - 5 min drive
  • Byrne's Bar - 17 min drive
  • Olde Toll House The - 7 min drive
  • Juniors Bar Rathdangan :) - 17 min drive
  • Moynihans - 5 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 a vending machine
  • 2 meeting rooms, tour/ticket information and smoke-free property
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

Languages

English

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–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

  • Limited housekeeping
  • 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

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 will receive an email with special 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

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

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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).

The elbowroom escape Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 8 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 8 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 8 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 8 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 8 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
It was in a beautiful location! However there was not much communication between the staff and myself. I had emailed about their additional services and never heard back, I checked in at 4:30 (online it said check in started at 4) and they had already left the property, so I was left alone with a note and no real description about how I could use the living room space and wood fire. It is a lovely place just a bit lonely to see no one during your entire stay and have no one else staying at the property for the night.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

MHM

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Nathalie, Dublin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

KimG, Redmond

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The garden and property are so lovely. Enjoyed the cozy little dining cabin that's well stocked with yogurts, butter. milk etc. If you like to cook the kitchen is top notch. Its a self sustaining property with restaurants/stores about 20 mins away, best to bring things for meals & snacks if you plan to eat/prepare meals in.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a gem! If you like to be off the beaten path, in a quiet peaceful environment, this is for you. The room was spotless, bed very comfortable and egg breakfast in cute dining hut was great. Took a nice hike right from the property.
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Edel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect escape
amazing surroundings,so peaceful. Stylist minimal bedrooms. Breakfast on the go was delish, lots of locally made produce. Host was lively. can't wait to go back!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hotel for a getaway
Excellent location, with extremely helpful and friendly staff. Went the extra mile to ensure we had everything we needed, we had a really pleasant experience..
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2018