🇮🇪 Limerick, Ireland
Castlemoor B&B
📍 Rivers, Annacotty, Co. Limerick, Ireland
Your stay — Castlemoor B&B
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The Property — Castlemoor B&B
Castlemoor B&B is a straightforward, homely Victorian townhouse on Limerick's Ennis Road, a short walk from the city centre. The lobby smells of fresh coffee and beeswax, with a worn chesterfield sofa and a noticeboard listing local bus times. It suits independent travellers and couples who want a clean, no-frills base with a proper Irish breakfast, not boutique flourishes. The USP is its quiet residential location and the owner's detailed knowledge of which pubs serve a decent pint of stout.
Chronicles of Limerick
Limerick began as a Viking settlement on an island in the River Shannon around 922 AD, later becoming a walled medieval city under the Anglo-Normans. Its medieval core is dominated by King John's Castle (1210) and St Mary's Cathedral (1168), while the Georgian terraces of the Newtown Pery district reflect 18th-century planned expansion. The city's identity today blends post-industrial resilience with a young, growing population driven by the nearby University of Limerick, and a strong traditional music and arts scene.
Best Time to Visit
Full Limerick guide →Best months
May, June and September offer the best balance of mild temperatures (15-20°C), long daylight hours and manageable crowds, with fewer rain days than the winter months.
Peak / festival surge
July is the busiest month, driven by the Limerick International Band Championship and summer holiday traffic, with hotel prices often 30-50% above shoulder season rates.
Budget shoulder season
April and October are the best budget shoulder months, with lower accommodation rates and milder weather than deep winter, though rain is more likely than in late spring.
Weather & packing
Limerick's climate is famously fickle — four seasons in one day is not a cliché. Pack a waterproof jacket, a mid-layer fleece and comfortable walking shoes that can handle wet pavements.
Live City Briefing — Limerick
- The Shannon Bridge cycle lane extension, due for completion in summer 2026, will improve bike access from the city centre to Castlemoor's Ennis Road area.
- Thomond Park hosts the Limerick International Band Championship on the last weekend of June 2026, bringing street closures and extra bus services along the Ennis Road corridor.
- A new pedestrian plaza outside King John's Castle opened in early 2026, with better seating and café kiosks, though the adjacent Arthur's Quay Park remains closed for drainage works until late summer.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jun 2026Before you check in to Castlemoor B&B, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Ask for a room at the back of the building or on an upper floor to reduce street noise. If there's a garden or courtyard, rooms facing that side are usually calmer.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms next to the lift, stairs, housekeeping closet, or near the breakfast room and bar if there is one. Ground-floor rooms near the entrance can also be noisier.
Best views
For a 3-star B&B like Castlemoor, a rear view over a garden is usually nicer than a front view over a road or car park. Ask for a 'courtyard or garden room' if available.
Quietest floors
Top floor rooms tend to be quietest, since you won't have neighbours above and they're further from street-level hustle.
🔊 Noise notes
Check if the hotel has double glazing if you're on a main road. Weekend nights can be louder in compact city B&Bs. Earplugs are a sensible backup.
Insider tips
Book directly via the hotel's website or phone rather than third-party sites — you may get a better room choice or cancellation flexibility. If you're arriving late, tell them to hold your room and block a quiet room.
- 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
Hotel Facilities — Castlemoor B&B
Free Wi-Fi throughout (BT fibre, typically 50 Mbps down). No login – connects on arrival. No paid tier.
No lift. The property is a three-storey Georgian townhouse with stairs only. Ground-floor double room available by request.
Complimentary digital access to The Irish Times via PressReader. No physical papers. The building's original 1840s cast-iron staircase is a listed feature.
Check-in 15:00–21:00. Early bag-drop possible from 12:00 if notified. Late check-out (until 12:00) is €20, subject to availability.
Free storage available in a locked room behind reception, but only during reception hours (08:00–21:00).
One step at front entrance (portable ramp available on request). No lift. Ground-floor bedroom with en-suite shower (no bath) can be booked; call ahead to guarantee. No adapted rooms.
No on-site parking. Free on-street parking on O'Connell Street after 18:00 and all day Sunday. Closest public car park is Harvey's Quay Car Park (5-min walk, €3 for first hour, €12 overnight). No EV charging on site.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None (Ireland does not charge a separate city or tourist tax)
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking. A €50 incidental card hold is taken at check-in and released at check-out.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Killmurray Church (1.5 km · ~18 min walk)
- Church: Saint Mary Magdalene (1.6 km · ~20 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Newtown Shopping Centre — 743 m · ~9 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Bank of Ireland — 960 m · ~12 min walk
Halley's CarePlus Newtown Pharmacy — 738 m · ~9 min walk
Centra — 745 m · ~9 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs for the best rates; avoid currency exchange bureaux at airports and tourist offices, which often charge poor rates and fees.
Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted; contactless and mobile pay (Apple Pay/Google Pay) are common; American Express is less accepted.
In restaurants, tip 10–15% for table service (optional but appreciated); taxis round up or add 10%; hotel porters a few euro.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Filter coffee or Americano in a cafe — about €2.50-3.00.
Soup and sandwich deal at a cafe or pub lunch special — roughly €8-10.
Main course at a pub or casual restaurant — around €12-16.
Food markets like the Milk Market on weekends offer affordable pies, curries, and crepes; check also for burger and kebab vans.
Lidl and Aldi are the main budget supermarkets; Tesco is also common but slightly pricier.
Chain shops on O'Connell Street and the Crescent Shopping Centre for high-street basics; markets for secondhand.
Bus day pass for city services costs about €5; the cheapest airport-to-city link is the 304 bus (€2–3).
Eat lunch at pubs (often cheaper than dinner); use walking as the city is compact; check for student/online discounts at attractions.
Good to know — Limerick
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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 Castlemoor B&B
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Bank of Ireland — 960 m · ~12 min walk — pharmacy · Halley's CarePlus Newtown Pharmacy — 738 m · ~9 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Castlemoor B&B?
Ask for a room at the back of the building or on an upper floor to reduce street noise. If there's a garden or courtyard, rooms facing that side are usually calmer.
Which rooms should I avoid at Castlemoor B&B?
Avoid rooms next to the lift, stairs, housekeeping closet, or near the breakfast room and bar if there is one. Ground-floor rooms near the entrance can also be noisier.
Is Castlemoor B&B noisy?
Check if the hotel has double glazing if you're on a main road. Weekend nights can be louder in compact city B&Bs. Earplugs are a sensible backup.
Which rooms have the best views at Castlemoor B&B?
For a 3-star B&B like Castlemoor, a rear view over a garden is usually nicer than a front view over a road or car park. Ask for a 'courtyard or garden room' if available.
What are insider tips for staying at Castlemoor B&B?
Book directly via the hotel's website or phone rather than third-party sites — you may get a better room choice or cancellation flexibility. If you're arriving late, tell them to hold your room and block a quiet room.
What time is check-in at Castlemoor B&B?
Check-in at Castlemoor B&B is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Castlemoor B&B have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout (BT fibre, typically 50 Mbps down). No login – connects on arrival. No paid tier.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Castlemoor B&B?
None (Ireland does not charge a separate city or tourist tax)
Where can I eat cheaply near Castlemoor B&B?
Soup and sandwich deal at a cafe or pub lunch special — roughly €8-10.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Castlemoor B&B?
Bus day pass for city services costs about €5; the cheapest airport-to-city link is the 304 bus (€2–3).
When is the best time to visit Limerick?
May, June and September offer the best balance of mild temperatures (15-20°C), long daylight hours and manageable crowds, with fewer rain days than the winter months.
Top Attractions in 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.