Family Escapes
If you’re looking for the perfect family hotel break in Roscommon in the heart of the Irish Midlands, then a relaxing stay at the 4 Star Abbey Hotel is the perfect choice for you.
You and your family will really embrace all that this exceptional property has to offer. The Abbey Kidz Club (is ordinarily available during mid terms and school breaks and we hope to resume it as soon as it is safe to do so) is designed for the enjoyment of kids and the peace of mind of parents. So, while your children are having fun in the kidz club, you’re free to enjoy our state of the art gym, our 20 metre heated pool, jacuzzi, our sauna, steam rooms, plunge pool or why not take a stroll in our extensive private grounds. The newly refurbished lobby and lounge areas have plenty of comfortable seating where guests can enjoy a coffee and a complimentary daily newspaper. *The Kidz Club is open during all school holidays.
If you and your family fancy venturing further afield, the entire county is steeped in history and folklore, with many castles, stately homes, mythological tombs and ring forts to visit.
High Kings, Stately Houses, Subterranean Mine Tours and a jail in the Town Square reputed to have had the only hangwoman in Ireland - Lady Betty - are just a taste of what lies in store when you visit County Roscommon.
Highlights include boat cruises on the nearby River Shannon, Rathcroghan Visitor Centre, Mote Park Forest Walks and Trials, Loughnenane Park, Arigna Mining Experience, Lough Key Forrest Park, Clonalis House, the ancestral home of the O’Connors of Connacht. Strokestown Park a furnished Georgian Mansion and a must-see attraction, whether for individuals, families, educational groups or coach tours.
Entertain the little ones with Upsie Daisies Playzone ( a soft play area) only 3 mins drive from the Hotel. Glendeer Pet Farm in Athlone is a short 30 minute drive. Embrace the outdoors with Horseriding Stables at Ballagh where you can canter and trek with the friendly staff there to assist you . Bay Sports in Athlone for lots of fun outdoor sports and water park action is another option whilst in the area. The Omniplex Cinema is located on the Lanesboro Road, Loughnenane Public Park and Play area is the home of Roscommon Castle in the centre of the town and is ideal for leisurely walks or feeding the friendly ducks. Older children can do Go Carting in Carrick on – Shannon or Jumping Lanes in Monksland Industrial Estate, Athlone. Our team will be happy to provide any further information needed.
On your return to the Abbey Hotel Roscommon, the whole family can enjoy some quality time in our leisure centre with our 20meter swimming pool and the lovely kid's pool, following this enjoy a game of hide and seek in our extensive grounds before dinner, the perfect way to finish off your family day.
Sample Kids Club Itinerary at the Abbey Hotel, Roscommon Check out www.visitroscommon.ie for more updates. Follow the Abbey Hotel on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter for updates.
