at Hodson Bay Hotel

Relax
at Hodson Bay Hotel
Athlone, Co Westmeath
Welcome
Hotel Facilities
Midweek Br eaks
Golfing Br eaks
For Business or Pleasure
Active Retirement
Family Fun
Hodson Retreat
The Spa at Hodson Bay
Galway Bay Hotel
Explore Athlone
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Welcome
Welcome
to Hodson Bay Hotel
The management and staff extend a very warm welcome to Hodson Bay Hotel. Our hotel
and it’s spectacular surroundings, resting on the beautiful shores of Lough Ree, coupled
with our infamous cuisine and consistent great Irish hospitality, guarantees your visit with
us is certain to be an experience that will live fondly on in your memory for some time to
come.
Our promise is to meet and exceed the expectations of our customers. We have a passion
for excellence and professionalism and endeavour to maintain the highest standards
through a focused and efficient work ethic.
With our great locations, spacious comfortable bedrooms, fine food, award winning spa
and state of the art conference and event facilities, Hodson Bay Hotel is befitting for
business or pleasure.
Tim Hayes, General Manager
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Relax and
Unwind
In the heart of Ireland’s Lake District
Hodson Bay Hotel is stunningly situated on the tranquil shores of Lough Ree. The
hotel’s unique location allows you to enjoy the scenic Irish countryside and is only
five minutes from Athlone town centre.
Hotel Facilities
Indulge yourself at Hodson Bay Hotel, with great food, great
craic and beautiful surroundings, not to mention our dedicated
customer service
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Relax and Unwind
The AA 4 star accredited hotel successfully
mixes the traditional with the modern and
has much to offer by way of hotel facilities
and services. All of our 182 bedrooms are
designed with luxury and comfort in mind
with all the extras you would expect from a 4
star hotel. The picturesque views of Lough Ree
and surrounding Athlone Golf Course can be
enjoyed from the array of bedrooms in
Hodson Bay Hotel and also in Hodson
Retreat.
Wine and Dine
During your stay, there are a variety of
dining options available. Our bustling
Water fr ont Carvery serves hot food and
snacks throughout the day. Award winning
L'Escale Restaurant offers the discerning
diner a private and intimate dining
experience, savour the freshest of lobster
from the tank, all delivered daily straight
from the trawler from the South West of
Ireland. Octagon Restaurant offers a fun,
contemporary and alternative dining
experience with open kitchen and floor to
ceiling windows overlooking the lake.
The lively Water fr ont Bar offers a friendly
and relaxing atmosphere with live
entertainment at the weekend.
Quiet Time
For pure relaxation why not chill out and
take a moment to yourself in the Winter
Garden Lounge. Alternatively you can read a
novel or the daily newspaper in the Library,
exclusively stocked by Kenny’s of Galway.
Health and Leisure
The established Health & Leisure at Hodson
Bay offers a range of facilities to suit all leisure
guests and features a 20 metre deck level
swimming pool, hydro feature pools, a kids
pool, steam room and sauna. The superb
gymnasium, which overlooks the pool and
faces onto the shoreline of the lake,
incorporates the unique Fitlinxx system on all
of the fitness equipment, simulating the
personal trainer experience each time you work
out.
The Spa at Hodson Bay
The essence of this fabulous Spa, "It’s the
feeling inside", captures a sense of utter
relaxation and coupled with its unique
location overlooking the lake, we believe
this spa experience is a cut above the rest.
Winners of the HSMAI Best Marketing Of a
Spa Award 2006, the Spa menu offers a
wonderful choice of the finest treatments
including Watsu therapy, exclusive in
Ireland to The Spa at Hodson Bay.
Midweek Breaks
Why pay mor e a t w e e k e n d s w h e n y o u c a n g e t
so much more midweek?
The sheer variety of amenities both indoor and outdoor at Hodson Bay
Hotel Resort will ensure you have plenty to do at the heart of the midlands
Lake District.
Midweek Breaks
Now you can enjoy that Friday feeling...
...on a Monday!
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Release
Everyone needs to take some time out from
today’s hectic lifestyle and with fantastic
value, no traffic to contend with and a host
of activities, there is no better time to enjoy
a midweek break at Hodson Bay Hotel.
Why not lie in and relax over a leisurely
breakfast. Health & Leisure at Hodson Bay
offers an invigorating workout. Quench
your thirst afterwards with a natural fresh
fruit juice or smoothie from Juice at the
Bay.
Revive
Nestled in the heart of Ireland’s Lake
District, the scenic surroundings of the
hotel offer fabulous views of the Irish
countryside at it’s best. Capture the scene
with a brisk walk around the local area or
unwind with a spot of fishing in the many
fishing bays of Lough Ree. If you fancy
some Golf, tee off at the superb Athlone
Golf Club, on our doorstep and avail of
specially negotiated rates for guests of
Hodson Bay Hotel.
Relax
Feeling run down and fed up of the daily
grind? Take some time off to release that
anxiety and indulge at The Spa at Hodson
Bay. Whether it’s a single treatment, halfday package or overnight stay you need,
the spa guarantees to leave you feeling
refreshed and pampered.
We also offer excellent Sunday \ Monday
breaks, or if you want to beat the traffic a
Thursday \ Friday break.
We have a range of complimentary midweek
activities for your entertainment
Wine Tasting
Take home some hot tips to impress your
family and friends.
Aqua aerobics
To get those tummies toned for the weekend
ahead!
Book Chat
With Des Kenny from the world renowned
Kenny’s Bookshop, Galway.
Beauty & Skincare
Our Spa Therapists share their expert
knowledge.
Healthy Living
A fun seminar from our professional health
& fitness team.
Golfing Breaks
...with a golfers paradise on your doorstep.
We offer a range of golfing packages designed to suit all golf enthusiasts and
you can also customise your own package to suit yourself.
Why not treat yourself after a day on the golf course with one of our spa
treatments to help sooth and relax the muscles.
Golfing Breaks
Tee off in the heart of Ireland with a wide range of
championship golf courses to choose from.
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Number 1 Golfing Destination
Hodson Bay Hotel surrounded by the greens of Athlone Golf
Course is the perfect choice for your golfing getaway. Preferential
green fees can be arranged for our guests. With a further 8
championship golf courses on your doorstep in Ireland’s Lake
District, there is ample choice, value and quality on offer for you to
choose from.
Relax and unwind both on and off the golf course with all that is
on offer at Hodson Bay Hotel. Our Golfer’s Tonic Massage at The
Spa at Hodson Bay, is the perfect way to round off a day on the
golf course, specially designed to ease tired muscles and provide a
sense of well-being. If your partner is not so keen on taking to the
fairways, why not indulge them with a half day or full day package
at the spa and share your day’s experience over dinner in one of
our exclusive restaurants.
Athlone Golf Club - 18 hole par 71
Newly refurbished parkland course of exceptional quality and
beauty, which has been host to many important championships.
The new course is surrounded by natural splendour and the golfer
can enjoy panoramic views of the lake and its wooded islands.
Glasson Golf Hotel & Country Club - 18 hole par 72
The course at Glasson is one of Christy O’Connor Jnr’s best designs
to date. Renowned as one of the most challenging and scenic
courses in Ireland, it is surrounded by Lough Ree.
Mount Temple Golf Course - 18 hole par 71
Superb 18 hole championship course, traditional in style, in an area
of great historical interest. The course presents a real challenge to
all golfers and offer amazing views over the heart of Ireland.
Business or
Pleasure
Once you have taken the minutes...
...stay for hours.
Hodson Bay Hotel is easily accessible from the N6 and Athlone town bypass.
With ample free car parking coupled with its central location, it makes Hodson
Bay an ideal stopover point.
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The Hotel has plenty on offer for the
corporate guest.
• Competitive corporate rates
• Complimentary broadband internet access
• WiFi connectivity
• Express check-out
• Free car parking
• Complimentary daily newspaper
• Interactive TV system
• Complimentary Business Centre
• Purpose built conference rooms
• Business backup service
• Dedicated conference organiser
Feel free to work out in the gym after a long
day or chill out and have some quiet time in
the Winter Garden Lounge. We also have live
coverage of all major sporting events in our
Waterfront Bar and corporate guests are
invited to participate in our ongoing midweek
activities.
Please ensure you are a Corporate Plus
Member and receive points each time you stay
with us. Build up your points and claim
attractive rewards and prizes. Just our way of
saying thank you for your continued business!
For Corporate Bliss, why not add The Spa
at Hodson Bay to the agenda! Ideal for
team building or to refresh your delegates
before or after that important meeting.
We offer an overall conference capacity for over 1800 delegates.
Theatre
Classroom
Boardroom
U-Shape
Clonmacnoise
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250
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Lecarrow (full room)
180
140
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Lecarrow 1
120
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Lecarrow 2
60
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Lough Ree (full room)
180
140
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Lough Ree (individual room) 60
30
30
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Killinure
200
100
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Rindoon
70
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Ballybay
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Barrymore
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Lenihan
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Also a further 4 Syndicate rooms that can accommodate up to 8 people
Banqueting
400
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Active Retirement
Breaks
For the young at heart.
Hodson Bay Hotel extends to you our Golden Bay Active Retirement
Programme. We have added even more exciting pursuits and themes for
you to enjoy during your stay with us. Find one to suit your interests!
Active Retirement
Choose from a range of themes including health and well-being,
indoor bowls or for the more creative, arts and crafts
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Our package includes 3 nights Dinner, Bed &
Breakfast with hot punch reception on your
evening of arrival. All guests can avail of
complimentary tea and coffee throughout their
stay and use of all hotel leisure facilities
including swimming pool, sauna, steamroom
and gym.
All of the three day programme includes;
• Complimentary day tour.
• Book Club with Des Kenny.
• Dancing and entertainment organised
on a selected evening.
• In-house activities such as aqua-aerobics,
wine-tasting and coffee and herbal tea
tasting.
Imagine your break could look like this!
Sunday
Hot punch reception and meet and greet with
hotel representative to welcome you on your
arrival.
Monday
Following breakfast, adjourn to the library for
the Book Club hosted by Des Kenny. Enjoy a
day trip and look forward to a wine tasting
session in the evening.
Tuesday
Kick start the morning with an aqua-aerobics
session. Continue the healthy living experience
with a health and well-being talk and a
cookery demonstration. Finish off the
afternoon with a gentle exercise class.
Wednesday
Make the most of a pleasant breakfast before
we bid you farewell and a safe journey home.
The following themed breaks are available as part of our regular active retirement
programme and take place on selected dates throughout the year.
Your health is your wealth
Save it for a rainy day
Turn over a new leaf
Let the games begin
Put a Spring in your step
Uncover your creative flair
The sound of music
Discover the benefits of healthy living and well being.
A host of indoor activities and competitions.
Start a new and healthier lifestyle.
A game of bridge, snap and 25 are all on the cards!
Golf clinic with handy tips from the professionals.
Capture the surrounding beauty with an arts & crafts afternoon.
Musical themed singalong and entertainment evening.
Family Fun
It's great to be a kid at Hodson Bay Hotel.
We pride ourselves on being family friendly and catering to the needs
of all ages. The Penguin Kids Camp runs throughout July and
August, during all bank holidays and festive periods.
Hodson Bay Hotel, selected for the 2007 “No Frontiers” T.V. series
as a top family resort.
“In my work to date, this is undoubtedly one of the finest hotel resorts I have come
across, which truly provides fantastic entertainment for the whole family”.
Family Fun
- Brian Gray, Production Director.
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Penguin Activity Kids Camp
We have lots of exciting games and fun
activities planned to make sure you have a
wonderful holiday. Come and join all the other
boys and girls and make this the best holiday
ever! Camp hours are from 10am - 1pm &
6pm - 11pm and is available to kids between
the ages of 4 and 12 years.
Attractions and activities:
There are a wide range of attractions and
activities in Athlone and surrounding areas
that will entertain all members of the family,
both young and old.
• PARACHUTE GAMES
• INDOOR GAMES • SOCCER • QUIZZES
• CRAZY DANCING • ARTS & CRAFTS
• MOVIE TIME • LOTS MORE FUN &
GAMES!
• ATHLONE CASTLE
• ATHLONE LEISURE WORLD
• GLENDEER PET FARM
• CLONMACNOISE
• TICKETYBOO ADVENTURE CENTRE
Water activities of the Lake District:
Luxury Lake Cruises
Why not sit back and enjoy a glorious tour
of the wonderful waterways of the Lake
District. Just let us know and we can
organise an unforgettable trip as part of
your stay with us at Hodson Bay.
Shannon Safari
Enjoy a powerboat trip for all the family to
explore the River Shannon, Lough Ree and
Inner Lakes and experience the thrill of
driving a powerboat.
Viking Tour
A tour of Lough Ree & the River Shannon
with live commentary of tales of Viking
treasure and of many battles fought. We can
arrange for you to be collected from the
marina outside the hotel for your convenience.
Wakeboarding
Try something new and exciting with fun for
the whole family on the amazing shores of
Lough Ree with qualified instructors and
equipment supplied for wakeboarding,
wakesurfing and water skiing. Together with
"Wakeside Wakeboard Club", we will ensure
you have a splashing time at Hodson Bay!
Hodson Retreat
for utter relaxation and sheer bliss.
Ideal for that special weekend away with a partner or a mini-break with some
close friends, Hodson Retreat offers the very highest of standards.
Hodson Retreat
Hodson Retreat...
...luxury redefined, the plush neighbour to Hodson Bay Hotel.
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Located right next door to Hodson Bay Hotel,
Hodson Retreat mirrors the solitude and calm
of The Spa at Hodson Bay and the idyllic
surroundings of the Lough Ree shoreline.
The magnificent backdrop of Lough Ree and
Athlone Golf Course is breathtaking and
encompasses each of the contemporary
decorated bedrooms through elegant floor-toceiling windows.
Individually commissioned artwork adds a
twist of colour to the sleek, plush décor. All
rooms come with plasma-screen televisions,
walk in showers, separate bath, independent
temperature controls and safety deposit boxes
as standard.
The Penthouse at Hodson Retreat is pure
opulence! Boasting a private outdoor
balcony and uniquely designed interior, the
penthouse is a must for any break that should
be remembered.
The Spa at
Hodson Bay
It's the feeling inside
“It is our mission that you will become immersed
in a sense of tranquillity and leave our shores dreaming
of your return”.
It’s the feeling inside
The Spa at Hodson Bay
From the moment you arrive at The Spa at Hodson Bay, we guarantee
to pamper you with an unforgettable spa experience.
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The Spa at Hodson Bay has been built with
guests every comfort in mind and is the first
in Ireland to feature a Watsu Pool.
A luxurious relaxation room awaits
following your treatments, complete with
leather reclining chairs, individual iPods and
fabulous views.
There is an extensive treatment menu
available, offering guests single treatments,
half day, full day and residential spa
packages. There are over one hundred
treatments available from the spa menu
including facials, body scrubs, massages,
wraps and wet treatments.
All our therapists are trained to the highest
international standard so, whether guests are
looking for well-being, total relaxation,
re-energising or holistic treatments, the expert
spa team will guide and advise on the
treatments best suited to their requirements.
A sample of the treatments at
The Spa at Hodson Bay:
Watsu
The spa’s signature treatment and the only
one of it’s kind in Ireland. A highly
specialised shiatsu massage in water,
combining a range of gentle body turns
and twists in a specially designed private
pool.
Thermal Spa
A journey through hot and cold with a
host of experiences including Laconium,
Dolmen Steam Room, Rock Sauna,
Tropical Rain and Mist showers.
Double Decadence
Footsie Dip, Champagne and chocolate
coated strawberries to share with a partner
or a friend in your personal outdoor hot
tub overlooking the bay followed by a full
body massage with hot stones in the
privacy of your own couples treatment
suite – pure heaven.
Galway
Bay Hotel
Charm and elegance in the finest surrounds.
Indulge yourself at our fabulous sister hotel combining beautiful surrounds
with sumptuous cuisine and a host of activities to suit everybody.
With it’s spectacular location on Galway's Blue Flag beach, the 4 Star Galway
Bay Hotel has an unrivalled setting overlooking Galway Bay and the Clare
Hills, while also being situated five minutes from Galway City Centre.
Awarded Best 4 Star Hotel in Ireland.
Galway Bay Hotel
Whether it’s business or pleasure, our experienced and
f r i e n d l y s t a f f will ensur e your stay with us is a memorable
and enjoyable one.
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Sleep Soundly
The hotel boasts 153 elegantly designed
bedrooms including six executive suites
with plush contemporary décor and
interiors. The past year has seen extensive
redevelopments to our accommodation
facilities to stylishly enhance our product
with new furnishings and linen to
complement the surroundings. All of our
bedrooms boast V1 spring beds that are
designed to give a sleep experience unlike
any other.
Relax and Unwind
Escape into a sanctuary of peace in the
tranquil surrounds of our Calmer Waters
Health and Beauty Salon. Take time out to
pamper yourself and choose from a range
of holistic treatments, aromatherapy facials
or some pamper specials. You can also
enjoy complimentary use of our Leisure
Centre, which includes swimming pool,
sauna, steamroom and gymnasium.
Wine and Dine
Guests can enjoy gourmet dining in the
award winning Lobster Pot Restaurant,
offering guests national and international
cuisine with an emphasis on fresh fish and
lobster from the tank, complemented by a
fine wine cellar.
Café Lido offers guests an informal dining
experience with a menu that suits every
taste from light snacks to full evening
meals. Our hotel bar is the perfect meeting
place for you and your guests. It has been
designed as a lively traditional Irish pub
where a warm welcome and a friendly smile
awaits you. The Leather Lounge just off
the bar offers a more tranquil setting to
enjoy a quiet drink while overlooking the
splendour of Galway Bay.
The 19th century style Library is available
exclusively to residents and offers our
guests a hide away where they can read a
book or have a quiet chat. Recline and take
in all the activity of the seafront promenade
from our Roof Top Balcony or, on cooler
days, in the Conser vatory.
Our Lobster Pot Restaurant and Leather
Lounge have been stylishly enhanced with
plush new seating, furniture and décor
which evoke a feeling of elegance in
contemporary luxury.
Explore Athlone
Steeped in history and divided by the River
Shannon, Athlone Town is split into two
counties and two provinces.
Athlone Town, at the heart of Ireland, is a central location that is easily
accessible from all parts of the country.
Explore Athlone
Popular leisure activities in the town include golfing, angling, bowling,
pitch 'n' putt and swimming.
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History
According to tradition a man called Luan kept
a hostelry close to the ford and acted as a
guide to travellers who needed to venture
across the torrent of the River Shannon.
In time, the place came to be known as Ath
Luain: the ford of Luan. The town also
became a religious centre and a strategic site
for control of the river crossing with the most
recognised battle, The Siege of Athlone taking
place in 1691.
Modern Times
Athlone today is a thriving town with a
population reaching 25,000. A broad range of
amenities and services are available.
The development of the town in recent years
has seen the town grow in size and strength as
she looks for city status, with Athlone Institute
of Technology, Golden Island Shopping
Centre, investment by several multinational
companies and the most recent Athlone Town
Centre Development, which will see Athlone
as the largest shopping destination outside of
Dublin.
of fabulous restaurants and lively bars, quirky
gift shops and specialised stores. Most
famous is Sean's Bar, the reputed oldest bar in
the British Isles, which draws a crowd every
night of the week!
The Leinster side of Athlone boasts the
administrative functions. The town civic centre
and Library stand boldly in the town centre
and is a modern building. The current
shopping area is further down the town with
many high street stores taking up occupancy.
Larger sports bars and nightclubs line the
main street. Athlone is home to the Buccaneers
Rugby Team and Athlone Town Football Club
and matches bring regular supporters out in
force.
Leisure
The Olde Town of Athlone, situated on the
western banks of the River Shannon and in
the shadow of the castle, plays home to a host
Popular leisure activities in the town include,
golfing, angling, bowling, pitch ‘n’ putt and
swimming. For more information on Athlone,
please visit www.athlone.ie.
Athlone, Co Westmeath
T. (090) 6442000 F. (090) 6442020
E. info@hodsonbayhotel.com
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Hodson Bay, Athlone
T. (090) 6442000
E. info@hodsonbayspa.com
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The Promenade, Salthill, Galway
T. (091) 520520 F. (091) 520530
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