
Radisson Blu Hotel & Spa, Limerick
Best for families, spa and pool access, and guests needing on-site event or meeting space.
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Radisson Blu Hotel & Spa, Limerick is a 4-star spa hotel on 20 acres of landscaped parkland with a spa, indoor pool and family facilities — good for families, wellness stays and events. The Old Quarter Townhouse is a central 3-star townhouse-style property for travelers who prioritize nightlife, city-center walking access and a budget-friendly base in Limerick.
Updated · about a 10-minute drive apart (roughly 7–9 km apart)

Best for families, spa and pool access, and guests needing on-site event or meeting space.

Best for travelers who want immediate access to Limerick’s bars, markets and city sights on a smaller budget.
When Radisson Blu Hotel & Spa, Limerick wins: choose Radisson Blu for more space, an on-site spa (Rain Spa) and a heated indoor pool, plus family facilities, free parking and event/wedding venues.
When The Old Quarter Townhouse wins: choose The Old Quarter Townhouse if you want to be in the heart of Limerick city, within easy walking distance of Milk Market, Arthur’s Quay Park and nightlife, and you’re traveling on a tighter budget.
Bottom line: both put you within reach of Limerick highlights; pick Radisson Blu for resort-style facilities, spa and family amenities, or pick The Old Quarter Townhouse for central location and simpler, more economical city-center lodging.
| Category | Radisson Blu Hotel & Spa, Limerick | The Old Quarter Townhouse |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Resort-like hotel on landscaped grounds, family-friendly and event-focused | Compact townhouse-style, city-centre and straightforward |
| Location | Cratloe on the Ennis Road, set on 20 acres about 10 minutes from Limerick city centre | In Limerick City Centre (Little Ellen Street), walking distance to Milk Market and Arthur’s Quay Park |
| Size | 154 rooms and suites | 41 guestrooms |
| Star rating | 4-star | 3-star |
| Pools | 10-metre indoor heated pool with designated family swim times | No pool listed |
| Restaurants & bars | Multiple venues: The Brasserie Restaurant, Quench Bar, Lobby Bar, 5 Mile Coffee Bar | One restaurant and one bar on site; breakfast available for a surcharge |
| Spa / wellness | Rain Spa with ELEMIS treatments, thermal suite (sauna, steam room), outdoor hot tub; minimum age 16 for spa access | Not published |
| Known for | Spa, family facilities (kids’ club, playground), event and wedding space | Central city location and easy access to markets, museums and nightlife |
| Parking | Free self-parking on site (includes coach parking) | Street parking; nearby parking fee (approx. EUR 13/night) listed |
| Free Wi‑Fi | Yes — throughout the hotel and in rooms | |
| Family-friendly | Yes — children’s club, playground and family swim times | Children 3 and under stay free when using existing bedding; not adults-only |
Radisson Blu sits in Cratloe on the Ennis Road, set across 20 acres of landscaped parkland on the edge of Limerick city.
Pick Radisson Blu if you want parkland, on-site parking and a short drive to city attractions.
The Old Quarter Townhouse is in Limerick City Centre on Little Ellen Street, steps from Milk Market and minutes from museums and pubs.
Choose The Old Quarter Townhouse for unbeatable city-centre walking access to Limerick’s sights and nightlife.
Radisson Blu offers a wide range of room types across 154 rooms and suites, including family and suite options.
Radisson Blu is a better fit if you need larger rooms, suites or family-specific layouts.
The Old Quarter Townhouse has 41 guestrooms in townhouse-style layouts with several multi-occupancy room types.
Pick The Old Quarter Townhouse for compact, no-frills city rooms close to central attractions.
Radisson Blu has multiple dining venues, from a full restaurant to bars and a coffee bar.
Radisson Blu offers more on-site variety for families and evenings in-house.
The Old Quarter Townhouse provides a single restaurant and a bar on site with breakfast available for a surcharge.
If you plan to dine out in the city, The Old Quarter Townhouse’s location gives many local options within walking distance.
Radisson Blu provides indoor pool facilities and several active options on site.
Radisson Blu suits guests who prioritize pool time and on-site sports facilities.
The Old Quarter Townhouse listing does not list a pool.
Expect no on-site pool at The Old Quarter Townhouse; plan city activities instead.
Radisson Blu emphasizes wellness with an on-site spa, thermal suite and fitness facilities.
Radisson Blu is the pick for spa treatments, thermal-suite relaxation and fitness-focused stays.
The Old Quarter Townhouse’s appeal is immediate access to the city’s bars and evening entertainment rather than on-site wellness.
Pick The Old Quarter Townhouse for nightlife and walkable evening options in the city centre.

Rain Spa, thermal suite and an indoor pool at Radisson Blu make it the clear choice for spa-focused stays.

The Old Quarter Townhouse places you steps from Milk Market, Arthur’s Quay Park and Limerick nightlife.

Radisson Blu offers family facilities, kids' club, playground and large event/wedding spaces.

The Old Quarter Townhouse is a compact, lower-star option well suited to budget-conscious travelers in the city centre.
Radisson Blu Hotel & Spa, Limerick — it has Rain Spa with ELEMIS treatments and a thermal suite; The Old Quarter Townhouse does not publish spa facilities.
The Old Quarter Townhouse — it’s in Limerick City Centre within easy walking distance of markets, museums and bars. Radisson Blu is a short drive outside the centre.
Radisson Blu is explicitly family-friendly with kids’ facilities and family swim times. The Old Quarter Townhouse allows children (children 3 and under stay free on existing bedding) but is a smaller, city-centre property.
Radisson Blu offers free self-parking and coach parking; The Old Quarter Townhouse lists street parking and a nearby paid parking option.
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