In the heart of Ireland’s Lake District Hodson Bay Hotel & Spa is stunningly situated on the tranquil shores of Lough Ree. Th ... e hotel's unique location allows you to enjoy the scenic Irish countryside and is only five minutes from Athlone town centre, located just 65 minutes from Dublin and 50 minutes from Galway. The AA 4 star Athlone hotel successfully mixes the traditional with the modern and has much to offer by way of hotel facilities and services. All of the 181 bedrooms is 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 our luxury bedrooms in both the Hodson Bay Hotel and the Hodson Retreat. Hodson Bay Hotel is the perfect place to hold meetings and events as we are easily accessible form the M6 and Athlone town bypass. Our ample free car parking coupled with our central location, makes Hodson Bay Hotel an ideal stopover point. Indulge yourself at Hodson Bay Hotel, with great food, good craic and beautiful surroundings, not to mention dedicated customer service. Your stay with us is an experience to remember! read more