- The Spa at Hodson Bay Hotel in Athlone stands out with its lakeside setting on Lough Ree. Guests can enjoy a thermal spa experience featuring a laconium, rock sauna, steam room, tropical rain showers, and relaxation loungers. Treatments include massages, facials, and body wraps, with luxurious robes and slippers provided. The spa’s serene atmosphere and skilled therapists make it a popular choice for a calming escape.
- Wineport Lodge, also overlooking Lough Ree, offers a boutique spa experience at Cedarwood Spa. Visitors can indulge in expert massages, facials, seaweed baths, and manicures, with outdoor hot tubs providing scenic lake views. The intimate treatment suites ensure a tailored, relaxing visit, ideal for those seeking a peaceful retreat.
- Bloomfield House Hotel in Mullingar features a well-appointed spa with a pool, sauna, steam room, and gym. Guests can book treatments like full-body massages and facials, with the option to enjoy afternoon tea for added indulgence. The hotel’s proximity to Belvedere House & Gardens allows for leisurely walks to complement a spa day.
- Sheraton Athlone Hotel, located in the heart of Athlone, boasts Sirana Spa with three feature pools, a modern gym, and a relaxation suite. Guests can choose from a range of therapies, including deep tissue massages and beauty treatments. The spa’s central location makes it convenient for those exploring the town’s attractions.
- Glasson Lakehouse near Athlone offers a unique spa experience at Brooks & Co Spa, with large, stylish treatment rooms. Guests can enjoy massages, facials, and a nail spa, alongside an outdoor heated pool and wood-fired hot tubs overlooking Lough Ree. The spa’s maximalist design adds a homely touch to the relaxation experience.
- Mullingar Park Hotel provides a modern spa with a focus on wellness, offering treatments like neck, shoulder, and back massages, as well as mini facials. The hotel’s leisure facilities include a pool, sauna, and jacuzzi, creating a well-rounded retreat. Guests appreciate the elegant setting and attentive staff.
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Ireland’s county Westmeath offers a blend of lakes and historic charm, with Athlone Castle providing insights into medieval Ireland along the Shannon River. The Belvedere House and Gardens showcase Georgian elegance, while Lough Ree offers boating and fishing opportunities. Other attractions include the ancient Fore Abbey and its monastic ruins and traditional seven wonders. Westmeath is Ireland’s tenth smallest county by size (1,763 square km) and 11th smallest by population (96,221). Population peaked at 141,300 in 1841 and reached its lowest point, 52,861 in 1961. In terms of hospitality, Westmeath is Ireland’s 22nd most visited tourist county with around 95,000 international visitors per year.
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