Athlone
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Athlone Hotel tips
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Prince of Wales Hotel from54 €
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Athlone Springs Hotel from63 €
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Radisson Blu Hotel, Athlone from59 €
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Athlone Travel guide
Athlone : Michelin's recommendations
Athlone, which in Irish means «Luain ford», occupies a strategic position, controlling a crossing over the Shannon, south of Lake Ree. Because of its position in the centre of Ireland, this county town of Westmeath was proposed as Capital of the new republic at the beginning of the century.
Tourist attractions Athlone : Things to see and do
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Castle
Castle Str. IRL - Athlone
This castle was built at the beginning of the 13C on the western bank of the Shannon. The rampart wall and its three fortified towers date from the late 13C. The oldest part is the central polygonal keep. At the beginning of the 19C, the upper level ..
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Church of SS Peter and Paul
Castle St IRL - Athlone
This church, with its twin towers and cathedal-like proportions, was designed by Ralph Byrne and consecrated in 1937. Most of the stained-glass windows were designed in Harry Clarke's workshops but the one in the sacristy is by Sarah Purser.
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City centre
The Strand IRL - Athlone
From the bridge, the main road turns eastwards towards Dublin Gate. On a bend on the left side of the road stand the ruins of Devenish Court (private). This James 1 style house (1620) was destroyed in 1622. The house where John McCormack was born can..
Hotels Athlone
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Radisson Blu Hotel, Athlone
North Gate Street IRL - Athlone
On the banks of the River Shannon, Radisson Blu Hotel, Athlone is situated in the town centre, overlooking the historic Athlone Castle. The hotel has a modern leisure club and stylish restaurant. Sumptuous food is served daily in the Quayside Bar & ..
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Hodson Bay Hotel
Roscommon Road Co Westmeath IRL - Athlone (Westmeath) 0
Prix Prices from : 69 €
The luxurious 4-Star hotel is beautifully situated on the shores of Lough Ree, in the heart of Irelands Lakelands and bordered by Athlone Golf Course. This luxury hotel is just 5 minutes from Athlone town centre, bus station and train station and on..
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Sheraton Athlone Hotel
Gleeson Street IRL - Athlone
Prix Prices from : 76 €
In Athlone's lively centre, this 4-star Sheraton Hotel has a 20-metre pool, a luxury spa, free internet and free parking. Guests have spacious rooms and a stylish restaurant, 1 hours’ drive from Dublin. Sirana Spa has 3 feature pools, a modern gym a..
Restaurants Athlone
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Sheraton Athlone
Gleeson St IRL - Athlone
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Kin Khao
Abbey Ln. IRL - Athlone
Vivid yellow building with red window frames, hidden down a side street near the castle. Small downstairs bar; tapestries in main room. Good choice of authentic Thai dishes and daily specials - try the owner's recommendations.
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Left Bank Bistro
Fry Pl IRL - Athlone
Keenly run bistro with airy interior, rough floorboards, brick walls and open-plan kitchen. Extensive menus offer an eclectic mix, from Irish beef and local fish specials through to Asian fare.

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