Name: Bush Hotel
Address: Main Street, Carrick-on-Shannon, Ireland, Carrick-on-Shannon, County Leitrim, IE
Price range: $83–$328 per night
Rating: 8.63

What guests think

At the Bush Hotel, travellers highlight a central, walkable location with convenient parking and welcoming staff, while rooms are often spacious and comfortable though some decor feels dated and occasional noise or Wi-Fi issues are mentioned.

Cleanliness is widely praised, with only a few lapses such as a smoke smell or a missed item. Breakfast and on-site meals receive many compliments, though some reviews report inconsistency. In the off-season, the bar or cafe may be closed. Overall, expect a characterful, traditional hotel with practical comforts.

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Facilities

On-site parking is repeatedly praised for being large, convenient and free. Several reviews note the bar or cafe was closed in the off-season, with alternatives nearby.

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Barra

Jun 9, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Room 80 was beside hallway doors that made noise all night. The shower was very poor. Otherwise the hotel is in great location, right in the centre of town. Great parking facilities.

10

Roy

Dec 11, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Still the best place to stay in Carrick on Shannon. Easy walking about town and safe parking behind the hotel with free destination charger.

10

Richard

Nov 25, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Easy parking

10

Carol

Mar 4, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Very clean, friendly and very quiet. Hotel dining room food was exceptional! Hotel car park is conveniently located for ease of bringing luggage in. Hotel's town center location puts you close to an ATM across the street, wonderful coffee/cakes shop, bars, restaurants, shops all thriving and walking distance to the marina. Fabulous stay!

10

john

Feb 5, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

lovely hotel guest welcome great no bar open but everything else was great

8

Evelyn

Aug 19, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Hotel in the middle of town with hotel parking close by - plenty of spaces. Staff helpful and friendly. Bar in hotel was closed but plenty of great pubs close by with music

10

Michael

Aug 17, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very nice hotel with super friendly staff. We missed breakfast time by about 15 minutes and the staff said “no worries” and made us an excellent breakfast. It is right downtown with large free parking and next door to great shops and bars.

10

Jeffrey

Sep 28, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Easy check in. Great staff. Great on site eating options. Good breakfast value. On site parking included.

8

Jennie

Jan 19, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

The hotel suited my needs. Clean, warm, pleasant staff. Delicious food with generous portions. I was a little dissapointed that the pub and coffee shop they display on their website were closed for the off-season. Yet there are plenty of alternatives within walking distance. I loved the history of the hotel and the pride with which this is displayed. I would definitely stay again.

8

Paul

Apr 16, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very centrally located and large guest car park. Staff were incredibly hepful and friendly. Lovely hotel.

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Cleanliness

Most guests describe rooms as very clean and well kept. A few note issues such as lingering smoke odour, a missed bottle under the bed, scuffed walls, or linen trolleys left in corridors.

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kevin

Mar 28, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Trolleys of dirty linen in corridor

10

Kenneth

Dec 15, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Room was very clean and larger than expected. Bathtub was fantastic, long and deep with lots of hot water. Staff were excellent too. Polite, friendly and very helpful. I'll definitely will be back.

10

William

Dec 21, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Good hotel , friendly staff . Clean room , good food What’s not to like about the bush hotel******

8

Candice

Feb 17, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The staff on receptiin were so helpful , breakfast was amazing . Room was lovely and warm but needed decorating as the walls were a bit dirty and the head rest was ripped a bit . Lovely clean carpets though . My only issue was the lack of soundproofing . We were in room 7 and were kept awake till 4am due to the noisy people in room above as we could hear the slightest bang that they made.

10

KENNY

Mar 4, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Lovely old building. Staff very friendly. Very clean except for a lucozade bottle under our bed. Great location within the town

8

Peter

Sep 15, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean room, poor wifi

10

Angela

May 1, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We had a great stay at the Bush hotel. The bed was super comfy and the room very clean. We had a lovely dinner. The portions were huge. My friend said it was the best sea bass she has ever had. The hotel location is close to everything. We went to Gracie's pub after dinner. Highly recommend, the music and service was amazing.

8

NEVILLE

Feb 12, 2026

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Stayed 3 nights

Great stay at the Bush Hotel rooms clean Toilet Shower spotless. Helpfill staff great Breakfast and locate city centre.Near by Pubs Restaurants.

8

Mr Ciaran

Jan 15, 2026

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Stayed 1 night

All was very good. But there was a smell of smoking recently in the room, even though it was labelled as a non-smoking room

10

Cesar

Jul 24, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean and friendly staff

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Rooms

Rooms are frequently described as spacious and comfortable, with some enjoying large soaking bathtubs and traditional character. Others find decor dated and report noise from corridors or neighbouring rooms; Wi-Fi performance varies by room.

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Kimberley

Aug 28, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The hotel was beautiful around it all but my room not so much.. room16 needs painted and noisey as it was looking out onto roof were extrracter was very noisey up untill before 9 in evening .. I have told the staff when checking out... Because the hotel is lovely I would stay again as the staff member told me that they have been decorating but havent got to that floor yet .. and if staying again ask for new part . Apologied to me ...The breakfast was ok 12 euro for guests...and we were close all walking distant to bars and restaurants... We stayed 2 nights but the beds were very comfy..

6

Barra

Jun 9, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Room 80 was beside hallway doors that made noise all night. The shower was very poor. Otherwise the hotel is in great location, right in the centre of town. Great parking facilities.

10

Frank

Mar 9, 2025

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Stayed 7 nights

The property was very comfortable, warm always and quiet I suppose this was March. The food was ok but in days gone by was much better, changes have taken place. Wi fi was missing in some rooms but this was taken care of after a couple of days and was always available indoors.. Yes it was good.

10

Kenneth

Dec 15, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Room was very clean and larger than expected. Bathtub was fantastic, long and deep with lots of hot water. Staff were excellent too. Polite, friendly and very helpful. I'll definitely will be back.

10

Thomas

May 26, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Travelled with a family of 5 (2A3K). Had two rooms. Rooms were clean, comfortable, and very spacious. Accommodated everyone wonderfully. Breakfast was generous.

10

LORRAINE

May 26, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Welcoming homely atmosphere. Staff really friendly and helpful. Our room was spacious, clean and inviting.

8

Candice

Feb 17, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The staff on receptiin were so helpful , breakfast was amazing . Room was lovely and warm but needed decorating as the walls were a bit dirty and the head rest was ripped a bit . Lovely clean carpets though . My only issue was the lack of soundproofing . We were in room 7 and were kept awake till 4am due to the noisy people in room above as we could hear the slightest bang that they made.

8

Peter

Sep 15, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean room, poor wifi

10

Patrick

Apr 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great tub, large room, great price

8

Catherine

Aug 22, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Nice hotel, good location, nice breakfast. Our room was very nice. It is unfortunate that it was next to and across from rooms booked by people who were there to party. It was very loud and noisy from 10 pm. Hotel staff asked them to quiet down but noise started again at 2 am and continued till about 5 am.

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Service

Service is widely described as warm, friendly and helpful, with staff accommodating requests and resolving issues. Isolated reports mention an unfriendly reception interaction, breakfast service confusion, or a late-night access mix-up.

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anthony

Nov 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Breakfast staff not very cheerful . Breakfast very overcooked bordering on burnt. Room comfortable but dated.

10

Peter

Apr 27, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The staff were willing to help in anyway

10

Patrick

Sep 26, 2025

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Stayed 10 nights

Great hotel and greater staff!!

10

Kenneth

Dec 15, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Room was very clean and larger than expected. Bathtub was fantastic, long and deep with lots of hot water. Staff were excellent too. Polite, friendly and very helpful. I'll definitely will be back.

8

James

Jan 12, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Good central setting friendly staff , had an issue getting in after a night out due to a different name down for my room. But night porter eventually agreed to come up to my room i opened it and showed him our baggage and things were there so he let us in.

10

Michael

Aug 17, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very nice hotel with super friendly staff. We missed breakfast time by about 15 minutes and the staff said “no worries” and made us an excellent breakfast. It is right downtown with large free parking and next door to great shops and bars.

8

Bruce

Apr 4, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Front reception was lacking in friendliness and efficiency upon arrival. Dark haired woman was befuddled by my request to have an early check in at 14:05 v. 15:00. She said she would have to reach out to the extensive housekeeping team and made it seem like quite an imposition. I waited for 10 minutes and she never approached me with an answer. It was very strange. I had to approach her, whereby she gleefully informed me that check in was at 15:00 and my room was not ready. Aside from that glitch, the young gentleman who helped us with our bags was very friendly and provides excellent service. The room was old, but very nice and steeped in Irish history. Michael Collins, one of the leaders of the Irish Liberation Movement, who was assassinated, stayed there. The room was clean. The sheets could have had a fresher scent. The breakfast was very nice. We had porridge and fresh fruit. The porridge was more like what we make every morning at home in Connecticut. The gluten free bread was poor. It was one of those pre-packaged Schaar brands. We enjoyed our stay. I would definitely recommend this hotel.

8

Mary

Nov 6, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Yes But I was directed away from getting cereal by staff First morning did not get any a glass of juice put in front of me This morning I was able to look and help myself Had fruit Yogurt and eggs Breakfast option should be available on app The hotel clean but needs to be upgraded in general

10

John

Dec 4, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

the staff were excellent especially Liam who couldn't have done enough

10

Lucy

Aug 22, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Friendly and helpful staff

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Location

Central, walkable setting close to bars, restaurants, shops and the marina. Handy base for exploring Carrick-on-Shannon and enjoying local nightlife.

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Philip

Mar 25, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Good value and excellent location

8

SUSAN

Feb 27, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Central. Good for access to shops and facilities. Good breakfast. Room comfortable.

10

Helen

Jan 12, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

A very well looked after hotel in a prime location. The staff were very friendly, informative and efficient. Our room was very spacious, warm and had everything we needed. It was also very clean. Plenty of dining opportunities and great pubs with entertainment for anyone looking for a good night out. I would thoroughly recommend this property to anyone seeking a weekend break.

10

Carol

Mar 4, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Very clean, friendly and very quiet. Hotel dining room food was exceptional! Hotel car park is conveniently located for ease of bringing luggage in. Hotel's town center location puts you close to an ATM across the street, wonderful coffee/cakes shop, bars, restaurants, shops all thriving and walking distance to the marina. Fabulous stay!

10

Krzysztof

Dec 6, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Very nice hotel staff! The hotel is located in the very centre of the town. Thank you very much ! :) *****

8

Matthew

Aug 23, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The staff were friendly and helpful. Nice older hotel in the center of town.

8

Evelyn

Aug 19, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Hotel in the middle of town with hotel parking close by - plenty of spaces. Staff helpful and friendly. Bar in hotel was closed but plenty of great pubs close by with music

8

NEVILLE

Feb 12, 2026

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Stayed 3 nights

Great stay at the Bush Hotel rooms clean Toilet Shower spotless. Helpfill staff great Breakfast and locate city centre.Near by Pubs Restaurants.

8

Paul

Apr 16, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very centrally located and large guest car park. Staff were incredibly hepful and friendly. Lovely hotel.

10

Cheryl

Jun 18, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely old hotel in the center of town, easy to get to many restaurants.

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Dining

Many guests praise the cooked-to-order breakfast and generous portions, and several enjoyed dinner on site. Others found quality inconsistent, citing overcooked items or poor gluten-free options, and a few would not recommend the breakfast.

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anthony

Nov 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Breakfast staff not very cheerful . Breakfast very overcooked bordering on burnt. Room comfortable but dated.

10

Carol

Mar 4, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Very clean, friendly and very quiet. Hotel dining room food was exceptional! Hotel car park is conveniently located for ease of bringing luggage in. Hotel's town center location puts you close to an ATM across the street, wonderful coffee/cakes shop, bars, restaurants, shops all thriving and walking distance to the marina. Fabulous stay!

10

Michael

Jul 31, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

All good, the fresh breakfast was excellent. Hotels gave to get rid of the disgusting buffet

6

Susanne

Sep 5, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Für 180€ die Nacht ohne Frühstück war das Hotel ein Witz. Alt , verstaubt und vor allem dunkel. Frühstücksraum ohne Fenster , gepanschtes Zuckerwasser als Orangensaft und kaum

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10

Yvonne

Jun 20, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Excellent-even upgraded to a suite. Fantastic served breakfast

8

Frank

Sep 29, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Good breakfast choice

10

Paul

Dec 19, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The food was all fresh and well prepared. I can't comment on the bar as I had no alcohol on this premises.

10

Angela

May 1, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We had a great stay at the Bush hotel. The bed was super comfy and the room very clean. We had a lovely dinner. The portions were huge. My friend said it was the best sea bass she has ever had. The hotel location is close to everything. We went to Gracie's pub after dinner. Highly recommend, the music and service was amazing.

8

Bruce

Apr 4, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Front reception was lacking in friendliness and efficiency upon arrival. Dark haired woman was befuddled by my request to have an early check in at 14:05 v. 15:00. She said she would have to reach out to the extensive housekeeping team and made it seem like quite an imposition. I waited for 10 minutes and she never approached me with an answer. It was very strange. I had to approach her, whereby she gleefully informed me that check in was at 15:00 and my room was not ready. Aside from that glitch, the young gentleman who helped us with our bags was very friendly and provides excellent service. The room was old, but very nice and steeped in Irish history. Michael Collins, one of the leaders of the Irish Liberation Movement, who was assassinated, stayed there. The room was clean. The sheets could have had a fresher scent. The breakfast was very nice. We had porridge and fresh fruit. The porridge was more like what we make every morning at home in Connecticut. The gluten free bread was poor. It was one of those pre-packaged Schaar brands. We enjoyed our stay. I would definitely recommend this hotel.

8

Therese

May 22, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Good accommodation in convenient location but skip the breakfast option.

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Month	Average price
January	$90
February	$104
March	$114
April	$120
May	$171
June	$149
July	$141
August	$148
September	$126
October	$126
November	$104
December	$104

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
		1	2	3	4	5
6	7 $86	8 $95	9 $95	10 $86	11 $125	12 $268
13 $83	14 $86	15 $86	16 $97	17 $86	18 $125	19 $269
20 $86	21 $86	22 $97	23 $115	24 $113	25 $126	26 $202
27 $86	28 $86	29 $86	30 $86

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $86	2 $163	3 $269
4 $86	5 $86	6 $86	7 $86	8 $86	9 $136	10 $183
11 $87	12 $86	13 $96	14 $96	15 $87	16 $154	17 $175
18 $86	19 $86	20 $86	21 $87	22 $125	23 $241	24 $328
25 $176	26 $96	27 $97	28 $98	29 $97	30 $185	31 $260

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