
Radisson Blu Hotel & Spa, Limerick
Best for travelers who want an on-site spa, thermal suite and multiple family facilities plus easy access to Limerick.
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Radisson Blu Hotel & Spa, Limerick is a 4-star spa hotel on 20 acres near Limerick city with an on-site Rain Spa and family facilities; this guide suits travelers who want a spa-centered stay with easy access to Limerick. Hotel Woodstock, an Ascend Hotel Collection Member is a 4-star leisure hotel near Ennis with golf links to Woodstock Golf & Country Club; read this if you’re exploring Ennis or County Clare alternatives.
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Best for travelers who want an on-site spa, thermal suite and multiple family facilities plus easy access to Limerick.

Best for guests who want a smaller, golf-linked leisure hotel close to Ennis with meeting space and an indoor pool.
When Radisson Blu Hotel & Spa, Limerick wins: choose Radisson Blu if you want a larger property with an on-site Rain Spa and thermal suite, a 10-metre heated pool with family swim times, multiple dining options and extensive event/wedding facilities.
When Hotel Woodstock wins: pick Hotel Woodstock if you prefer a mid-sized leisure hotel near Ennis with a golf club next door, an indoor pool and compact conference facilities—good for golf breaks or base-for-County-Clare sightseeing.
Bottom line: both are 4-star, family-friendly hotels suited to County Clare leisure stays; Radisson Blu leans toward spa and larger-event travel while Hotel Woodstock is a straightforward Ennis-area leisure and golf option.
| Category | Radisson Blu Hotel & Spa, Limerick | Hotel Woodstock, an Ascend Hotel Collection Member |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Larger spa hotel set on 20 acres with family and event facilities | Leisure-focused hotel beside Woodstock Golf and Country Club |
| Star rating | 4-star | |
| Location | Cratloe on the Ennis Road, close to Limerick city | Shanaway Road, Ennis (historical district), near Ennis attractions |
| Size (rooms) | 154 rooms and suites | 67 guestrooms |
| Ages / family policy | All ages welcome; family facilities and kids' club | All ages welcome (family-friendly listing and children's pool) |
| Pools | 10-metre indoor heated pool with family swim times | Indoor pool plus children's pool (on-site) |
| Restaurants & bars | The Brasserie Restaurant, Quench Bar, Lobby Bar, 5 Mile Coffee Bar | One restaurant, bar/lounge and 24-hour room service |
| Spa & wellness | Rain Spa with ELEMIS treatments and a thermal suite (min age 16) | Health club and sauna listed; 'Health or beauty spa nearby' noted |
| Known for | On-site spa, thermal suite, wedding/event capacity and parkland setting | Proximity to Woodstock Golf and Country Club; meetings/conference space |
| Meeting & event space | Seven flexible rooms including large Ryan Suite (capacity up to several hundred) | Conference space about 4,000 sq ft with 4 meeting rooms |
| Parking | Free self-parking on site (ample parking including coach parking) | |
Radisson Blu sits on the Ennis Road in Cratloe on 20 acres of parkland, about a short drive from Limerick city.
Good if you want quick access to Limerick sights while staying in a countryside setting.
Hotel Woodstock is located on Shanaway Road in Ennis and sits close to Woodstock Golf and Country Club.
A practical base for visiting Ennis and nearby Clare attractions, especially for golfers.
Radisson Blu has 154 rooms and suites in several categories including family and suite options.
More room variety and capacity—better for larger groups or families.
Hotel Woodstock offers 67 guestrooms in several superior and family configurations.
Smaller hotel with specific room types geared to leisure and golf visitors.
Radisson Blu provides multiple on-site dining venues for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
More on-site variety for meals and evening drinks.
Hotel Woodstock has one restaurant and a bar/lounge with 24-hour room service available.
Good for simple, convenient dining—especially if you plan to eat locally in Ennis.
Radisson Blu has an indoor heated 10-metre pool and outdoor activity options on site.
Choose Radisson Blu if an indoor pool plus on-site courts and fitness classes are priorities.
Hotel Woodstock lists an indoor pool and direct access to Woodstock Golf and Country Club.
Strong option if golf and a simple indoor-pool setup are central to your trip.
Radisson Blu’s Rain Spa is a full wellness centre with treatments and a thermal suite.
Better for guests wanting a dedicated on-site spa and thermal experience plus quiet evening bars.
Hotel Woodstock notes a health club and sauna and has a bar/lounge for evening drinks.
Choose Woodstock for straightforward wellness and evening options tied to golf and local dining.

Rain Spa, thermal suite and spa day access make Radisson Blu the stronger pick for spa-focused stays.

Hotel Woodstock’s proximity to Woodstock Golf and Country Club makes it the natural choice for golfers and Ennis-centered stays.

Radisson Blu’s kids' club, playground and family swim times suit families better.

Hotel Woodstock offers a mid-size conference footprint and fewer rooms for more compact events and easier guest coordination.
Radisson Blu Hotel & Spa, Limerick—it has Rain Spa with ELEMIS treatments and a thermal suite (spa access 16+), and accepts day visitors.
Hotel Woodstock is located in Ennis on Shanaway Road and lists short drives to Ennis Friary and Ennis Cathedral; it’s the more central Ennis option.
Yes. Both properties welcome families, but Radisson Blu highlights a kids' club, playground and designated family pool times.
Hotel Woodstock is directly associated with Woodstock Golf and Country Club and lists golf services and views; it’s the stronger golf choice.
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