Talbot Hotel Wexford
Description
The 4* Talbot Hotel Wexford is ideally located in the heart of Wexford Town. One of the finest hotels in the county, it boasts a vibrant bar, conference facilities and a fully equipped leisure centre and swimming pool. Each of our 107 Luxurious hotel bedrooms are relaxed and inviting and offer everything that you would expect from a four star hotel including complimentary WiFi Internet Connection, 24 Hour room service, tea and coffee making facilities, hairdryer, iron (on request), telephone, work desk area, luxurious en-suite marble bathrooms and any extras that you may request to surprise a friend of business colleague. Many of our Guestrooms have views overlooking the stunning Slaney River or a view or vibrant Wexford Town. Our hotel is an ideal base for those planning on visiting Wexford for golf, the Wexford opera festival or a weekend of shopping.
Travel Offers Deal
To check availability, latest rates or to book a room, please call: Tel- 00 353 (0)21 4391998 quoting: Travel Offers
Travel Offers Deal
Dinner Bed and Breakfast
- €67.25 per person, per night for two people sharing a standard room
- Offer applies from 2nd January 2020 until the 30th April 2020. Awaiting confirmation of post-lockdown rates
- Minimum two night stay
- There is a weekend supplement of €10 per person, per night, for Friday and Saturday nights
- Subject to availability
To check availability or to book a room call: Tel- 00 353 (0)21 4391998 quoting: Travel Offers Dinner, Bed and Breakfast Offer
Other Amenities:
- Comfortable Bedding
- En-suite Bathroom
- Plasma Screen TV
- Complimentary WiFi Access
- Iron & Ironing Board available on request
- Tea and coffee making facilities
- Hairdryer
- Work desk area with reading lamps
- Direct Dial Telephone
- Full porterage available
- 24 hour room service
In the Area:
Golf:
- Wexford Golf Club (5 mins)
- St Helen’s Bay Golf Club (15 mins)
- Rosslare Golf Club (20 mins)
- Bunclody Golf Club (40 mins)
- Seafield Golf Club (45 mins)
- The European Club (1 hour)
CASTLES & GARDENS
Johnstown Castle & Gardens
The exquisite 19th century Victorian castle, which gives the estate it’s name, is nestled within 50 acres of ornamental grounds. Stroll through the wooded grounds with over 200 different kinds of trees and shrubs, or relax by the castle lakeside with its Gothic towers and waterfalls. Ramble along the lake terrace walk lined with statues to the garden lake. Both lakes are home to a wide range of waterfowl e.g. swans and little grebes. Pass through the Devil’s Gateway into the walled ornamental garden and hothouses. This hidden paradise provides a dazzling, colourful array of flowering plants. The sunken Italian Garden contains a shaded picnic area where one can sit and watch the peacocks strut by. Other attractions include the ruin of a medieval tower house called Rathlannon Castle and the old farm buildings which house the Irish Agricultural Museum. Please note that unfortunately Johnstown Castle itself is not open to the public.
Irish National Heritage Park
A Visit to the Irish National Heritage Park is like no other you can imagine. Surprises await around every turn as you explore 35 acres of this remarkable heritage trail. From campsite to CRingfort, from mill to fulacht Fiadh. from Crannog to Viking house, every activity is an unexpected adventure into 9000 years.The world you enter is an authentic recreation of Ireland’s heritage. Homesteads, places of ritual, burial modes and long forgotten remains will enlighten the casual visitor and, interest the scholar.The Park, Restaurant & Shop are open everyday, all year round. Opening Times May-August 9.30-6.30 (last Admission time 5pm) / September-April 9.30-5.30pm (last admission time 3-4pm.
John F Kennedy Arboretum, Wexford
John F. Kennedy Arboretum is dedicated to the memory of John Fitzgerald Kennedy, 35th president of the United States of America until his assassination on 22nd November 1963. It consists of 622 acres including 4,500 types of trees and shrubs, 200 forest plots, rhododendrons and dwarf conifers. We offer exhibitions, guided tours, signposted walks, lake, cafe & miniture railway (seasonal), pony & trap serivce, also a playground and picnic area.
Enniscorthy Castle & 1798 Rebellion Centre
Ennsicorthy Castle explores the development of the Castle and town from its earliest Anglo-Norman origins, with a special focus on the Castle of a Family Home. The Exhibition also explores the 1916 rising in Enniscorthy (the only town to rise outside of Dublin), as well as the work of the renowned Irish Furniture designer and Architect Eileen Gray. The roof of the castle is also accessible with spectacular views of the surrounding Countryside & Vinegar Hill.(Access to roof only available during guided tours). The National Rebellion Centre is located in the shadow of Vinegar Hill. The Centre tells the epic and heroic tale of the 1798 Rebellion and its aftermath using the latest multi-media and interactive exhibits.
Wells House & Gardens
Located in Ballyedmond, Gorey Co. Wexford just over a 20 minute drive from the Hotel and waiting to be explored is Wells House & Gardens, a Great Victorian House and Gardens in the heart of Wexford. Wells House has something for all generations to enjoy and shar with their Woodland Walks, Victorian Terrace Gardens, Adventure Playground, Living Victorian House Tour, Wells House Archery, Wells House Falconry, The Oak Tree Restaurant and Craft Courtyard. Come to wander and explore all this historic estate has to offer and witness how the house and Arboretum, Lake and Ha Ha’s are further restored for future generations.
FESTIVALS & EVENTS
Wexford is well known for prestigious Festivals and Events. With our 65th Wexford Opera Festival in our National Opera House, Spiegeltent Festival, Art in the Open, Wexford Maritime Festival, Kilmore Seafood Festival to mention a few.
- Wexford Opera Festival
- Spiegeltent Festival
- Wexford Maritime Festival
- Jestfest
- Kilmore Quay Seafood Festival