Il tuo soggiorno — Glenlaven
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La proprietà — Glenlaven
Glenlaven is a family-run 3-star just off the Ennis Road, a short walk from the city centre. The lobby feels like a proper Irish guesthouse — wood-panelled reception, a fireplace in the lounge, and staff who know the bus timetable by heart. It’s clean, no-nonsense, and aimed at travellers who want a solid base rather than a boutique splash-out. Suits business visitors and couples who’d rather spend on a pint at Dolan’s than on hotel wallpaper.
Cronache di Limerick
Limerick began as a Viking settlement in the 9th century, then grew into a walled medieval city. Its 18th-century Georgian terraces and the grand St. Mary’s Cathedral (founded 1168) still shape the skyline. The Treaty of Limerick ended the Williamite War in 1691, and the city’s identity is still marked by that division, with a strong republican tradition. Today, it’s a university city — University of Limerick and TUS draw thousands of students — and a rising tech and arts hub, with the Hunt Museum and Milk Market anchoring a lively cultural scene.
Il momento migliore per visitare
Guida completa di Limerick →I migliori mesi
June, July, August — warmest weather (16–20°C on average), long evenings, and the city feels alive with festivals and street life. July is the sweet spot for sunshine without the June exams or September back-to-school pace.
Peak / Festival Surge
July and August. Limerick’s calendar peaks with the Limerick International Band Festival (late June) and the Treaty City Festival (August). Hotel prices at 3-star properties like Glenlaven can double, and rooms book out 6–8 weeks ahead. Expect full walking streets around King John’s Castle and the Milk Market.
Stagione di spalla
May and September. May has mild weather (12–16°C), fewer tourists, and prices 20–30% lower than July. September still holds summer warmth for early in the month, with empty pavements and lower hotel rates after the bank holiday.
Meteo e imballaggio
Limerick’s climate is famously wet — even July can see a solid afternoon downpour. Bring a waterproof jacket with a hood, and one pair of shoes that can survive a puddle without complaint.
Briefing della città — Limerick
- Limerick’s bus network has a new cross-city route (Route 303) connecting the train station to the university and the Crescent shopping centre, handy for visitors planning to go west of the city.
- The Arthur’s Quay redevelopment is ongoing: the main shopping centre is open but with some pedestrian walkway diversions near the riverfront until late 2026.
- Summer 2026 welcomes the new Treaty Rock climbing complex in the former Dunnes Stores on Henry Street, opening mid-June — a good indoor option for rainy days.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Glenlaven, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the third or fourth floor, facing the garden side (rear of the building). These floors tend to be quieter than lower ones, and the garden aspect avoids Ennis Road traffic noise.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the first floor (closest to street level and any lobby/bar noise) and any room directly above the main entrance or bar area. Also avoid rooms overlooking Ennis Road itself.
Best views
The best view is of the garden at the back of the hotel — ask for a rear-facing room. Ennis Road views are just of a busy main road and parked cars.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 to 4 (if the hotel has a four-storey layout) are the quietest, as they sit above most street-level noise and footfall.
🔊 Noise notes
Ennis Road is a main dual carriageway into Limerick city, so traffic noise is constant from front-facing rooms. The hotel bar can generate low thump until closing time (typically 11:30 PM). No lift in a 3-star hotel of this age means stair noise may echo, so upper floors are better for quiet.
Insider tips
1. Parking is limited at Glenlaven — ring ahead to reserve a spot, as on-street parking on Ennis Road is metered and busy. 2. Check-in is usually at 3 PM, but ask if you can leave bags early; the staff are friendly but the reception area is small.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
strutture alberghiere — Glenlaven
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the hotel, speeds around 20 Mbps download; login requires room number and surname, no time limit.
One lift serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections.
Complimentary digital newsstand via PressReader (login code at reception); no physical papers. The building is a converted 19th-century Georgian house – notable original cornicing in the dining room.
Check-in from 15:00; early bag drop allowed from 10:00 if room not ready (free); late check-out until 12:00 is free, after 12:00 €20 per hour until 14:00, after 14:00 charged a full extra night.
Free storage at reception on day of arrival and departure, no limit on bags.
Step-free access via a ramp at the main entrance; one adapted bedroom on the ground floor with wider doorways and a roll-in shower. No lift in the newer wing annex – any guest with mobility issues should request a room in the main building.
Free on-site car park with about 30 spaces, first-come first-served; nearest public car park is Harvey's Quay Car Park (a 12-minute walk) charging €3 per hour or €12 overnight. No EV charging on-site.
Tasse, imposte e depositi
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: No advance deposit required for most bookings; at check-in a €50 incidental hold is placed on a credit or debit card.
Faith & Dietary vicino
- Church: Holy Rosary Church (645 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: St Munchin's (772 m · ~10 min walk)
- Church: Abundant Life Christian Church (964 m · ~12 min walk)
- Church: Abundant Life (972 m · ~12 min walk)
Stile di vita e ricreazione locale
Arthur's Quay Shopping Centre — 990 m · ~12 min walk
Shelbourne Park — 565 m · ~7 min walk
Limerick Museum — 774 m · ~10 min walk
Dance Limerick — 1.7 km · ~21 min walk
5 minuti di radio essenziali
Bank of Ireland — 514 m · ~6 min walk
Thomond Pharmacy — 717 m · ~9 min walk
Spar — 503 m · ~6 min walk
Limerick Colbert — 1.6 km · ~19 min walk
Moneta e moneta
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs from major banks (AIB, Bank of Ireland) downtown; avoid exchange bureaux at Shannon Airport and tourist spots—they give poor rates.
Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted, contactless and Apple Pay/Google Pay work everywhere; a few small cash-only places remain, but rare.
Not compulsory; round up taxi fare, leave 10% in restaurants if service is good, nothing in pubs or for drinks.
Mangiare, fare shopping e viaggiare su un budget
Cheap car hire →Filter coffee or an Americano from a local café, around €2.50–€3.00.
Soup and a sandwich or a filled roll from a deli counter, about €7–€9.
Fish and chips or a pub main like a burger, around €12–€15.
Not a street food city; cheap eats are from chippers (fish and chip shops) and takeaway pizza places dotted along main roads.
Tesco, Dunnes Stores, and Lidl are the main budget supermarkets; Aldi also common.
High-street chains like Penneys (Primark) in the city centre, and charity shops on O'Connell Street; no market for clothes in Ennis Road area itself.
Local bus (Bus Éireann) day ticket around €5.50; from Shannon Airport, the 343 bus costs about €8 one-way into Limerick city.
Eat a big cooked breakfast (full Irish) to skip lunch; buy takeaway coffee from a supermarket café for under €2; walk the Ennis Road to the city centre (20-25 mins) instead of taking the bus.
Buono da sapere — Limerick
Type G · 230V
safe
$1 ≈ €0.88 · EUR
Emergency Contacts
LimerickAll emergencies use the same numbers. 999 and 112 are free, work from any phone, and route to Gardaí, ambulance, or fire service. For non-urgent police matters, call the local Garda station on (061) 212 400. If you need a doctor outside hospital hours, contact Shannondoc on 0818 123 500.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Limerick, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Glenlaven
🕒 Check-in is from 15:00. Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Bank of Ireland — 514 m · ~6 min walk — pharmacy · Thomond Pharmacy — 717 m · ~9 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Girare intorno
Limerick City Centre (O'Connell Street) → Fort Ann Bed and Breakfast vicinity (Ennis Road)
💡 Ask for a stop near the 'Clare Street' junction on Ennis Road; the B&B is a 3-minute walk from there. This bus avoids the city centre traffic jams that hit during 08:30-09:30.
Shannon Airport → Arthur's Quay (city centre)
💡 From Arthur's Quay, it's a 15-minute walk or short taxi to Fort Ann B&B. Buy a Leap Card at the airport shop for €1.50 single fares instead of cash.
Shannon Airport → Fort Ann Bed and Breakfast
💡 Pre-book with Citylink Taxis or Unicab for a fixed rate around €25-30; airport rank prices can spike if busy. Cash is accepted, but card is fine too.
Colbert Station (train/bus station) → Fort Ann Bed and Breakfast
💡 If arriving by train from Dublin, skip the long queue at the station rank and call Fast Cabs (061 313 133) — they're usually at the side entrance in 5 minutes.
Domande frequenti
What are the best rooms at Glenlaven?
Request a room on the third or fourth floor, facing the garden side (rear of the building). These floors tend to be quieter than lower ones, and the garden aspect avoids Ennis Road traffic noise.
Which rooms should I avoid at Glenlaven?
Avoid rooms on the first floor (closest to street level and any lobby/bar noise) and any room directly above the main entrance or bar area. Also avoid rooms overlooking Ennis Road itself.
Is Glenlaven noisy?
Ennis Road is a main dual carriageway into Limerick city, so traffic noise is constant from front-facing rooms. The hotel bar can generate low thump until closing time (typically 11:30 PM). No lift in a 3-star hotel of this age means stair noise may echo, so upper floors are better for quiet.
Which rooms have the best views at Glenlaven?
The best view is of the garden at the back of the hotel — ask for a rear-facing room. Ennis Road views are just of a busy main road and parked cars.
What are insider tips for staying at Glenlaven?
1. Parking is limited at Glenlaven — ring ahead to reserve a spot, as on-street parking on Ennis Road is metered and busy. 2. Check-in is usually at 3 PM, but ask if you can leave bags early; the staff are friendly but the reception area is small.
What time is check-in at Glenlaven?
Check-in at Glenlaven is from 15:00. Check-out is by 11:00.
Does Glenlaven have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the hotel, speeds around 20 Mbps download; login requires room number and surname, no time limit.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Glenlaven?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Glenlaven?
Soup and a sandwich or a filled roll from a deli counter, about €7–€9.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Glenlaven?
Local bus (Bus Éireann) day ticket around €5.50; from Shannon Airport, the 343 bus costs about €8 one-way into Limerick city.
When is the best time to visit Limerick?
June, July, August — warmest weather (16–20°C on average), long evenings, and the city feels alive with festivals and street life. July is the sweet spot for sunshine without the June exams or September back-to-school pace.
Principali attrazioni a Limerick
💡 Look for the misericords in the choir stalls – carved wooden seats from the 15th century. Guided tours cost a few euros, but you can wander for free.
💡 Go on Sunday for free entry. Allow 90 minutes. The café does a decent coffee.
💡 The Saturday food market outside the park is worth a visit. Grab lunch and sit on the grass.
💡 It’s in the same building as the People's Park. Combine both. Check for temporary exhibitions – they change often.
💡 Don't pay to go inside unless you really want the interactive displays. The best view is from the footbridge across the river.