Situated on 1,000 acres and surrounded by the breathtaking Wicklow Mountains, Powerscourt Hotel Resort & Spa offers an unrivalled 5 star experience from the moment you enter the grounds.
Offering Palladian-style architecture with 198 generously sized bedrooms, and luxurious amenities with the majority of rooms enjoying a clear vista of one of Ireland's most celebrated valleys with the Sugar Loaf Mountain taking centre stage; making the guest stay experience incredibly special.
With a choice of dining options from casual dining in the Sugar Loaf Lounge where Afternoon Tea reigns supreme to fine dining at the recently refurbished Sika Restaurant, both offering breath-taking scenery and amiable service.
For leisure guests, Powerscourt Hotel Resort & Spa has lots to offer including complimentary bicycles so you are free to explore the Estate. The indoor 20m Swarovski crystal-lit swimming pool is also yours to use, with a fully equipped gym and above all a wonderful array of outdoor pursuits on the doorstep including 2-championship courses at Powerscourt Golf, Powerscourt House & Gardens and Powerscourt Waterfall. If it is an adventure break you are looking for, the hotel can organise mountain climbs, escorted walks or more strenuous activities including abseiling and mountain biking.
I was really excited for our stay at the Powerscourt. I booked it knowing the location was rather isolated and far from: the airport, Dublin city center, and even Bray. However, once you arrive, you understand why one might choose to stay here rather than urbania. The Powerscourt is situated in the beautiful Irish countryside, with universal views of the Sugar Loaf Mountains. On our first day, we toured the adjacent Powerscourt Gardens, which was the highlight of the trip. It was raining, but we powered through, and we are so relieved that we did. Absolutely beautiful! Upon check-in at the hotel, we were greeted by lovely door service and bell-hops. Reception was a bit of a different story. The employee was not overly welcoming, which was a bummer because we were so excited to be there. She did help us make our breakfast reservation for the next morning, but she did not tell us how to arrange this for the following days. Upon check-in, they put a hold on your CC, but this is not the final charge. We were very pleased with the room. The bathrooms are stunning, and the beds super comfortable. The lighting system is a bit confusing (other reviews mention this as well), also I think there's a TV in the bathroom (in the mirror) but ours did not work? They advertise Chromecast in each room, but you have to have someone from guest services come to your room and set it up. Not great. The water pressure in the shower is fantastic, and I love having 2 sinks. We only had breakfast once at the hotel because, like I said, it was arranged for us on the first day, but we were not advised how to do this ourselves for the remaining days. We could have asked, but after our initial experience with reception, we felt when we approached them we were bothering them. The breakfast is in the Sugar Loaf Lounge (nice restaurant overlooking the mountains), and the buffet spread is impressive. They have plenty of delicious options for everyone. However, upon being greeted by the hostess, we were told a server would come around to take coffee/tea/omelet orders. We were never approached by a server, though there were many in the restaurant attending to all of the tables around us. We felt intentionally ignored. We had some taxi drivers during our stay that shared how the true locals really feel about this hotel and the staff. It does not have the best reputation. Apparently, there is a history of the hotel purposely overcharging guests (they are hurting--not enough guests especially during the winter/spring offseason). We were also told that most of the staff lives at the hotel (this is a way the Marriott lures them to work there). Overall, we had a nice stay, but the fact that several different cab drivers shared the same reservations about this place is a bit concerning. I felt a little uneasy staying there knowing these opinions. Anyways, I really cannot emphasize the beauty of the Powerscourt. Just being able to take in the views and explore the Powerscourt Gardens was worth it. We did not utilize the spa/resort/pool, or eat at the hotel restaurants. We would have loved to check out the pub (McGill's), but our schedule was too packed and we had reservations elsewhere. We also were unable to see the Powerscourt Waterfall. It is farther from the hotel than the Gardens/Estate, and it is advised to go by car (about 5km, unpaved walking path). Because this place is so isolated, it can be difficult to get a last-minute ride. We used Free Now (like Uber). The hotel will also arrange a cab in advance. If you are looking for a serene retreat, this is your place. Just make sure you devote time to seeing the Powerscourt Gardens, too. …
Our stay in Powerscourt was exceptional. It was a treat just before the arrival of our 3rd child. From the moment we checked in to after we checked out we received high class service. We were upgraded to a room with a balcony overlooking the sugar loaf and woke up to a crisp frosty morning with a beautiful view. We had dinner in Sika, again the service was so attentive and pleasant. The food was made to perfection. We really enjoyed every bite and the atmosphere. Afterwards in the bar the great service continued from entry to ordering drinks. I didn’t order anything to drink from feeling full of dinner and baby but still - a glass of water with orange and lemon slices was placed in front of me by the bar man while my husband enjoyed some very nice Guinness. We enjoyed the pool in the evening and in the morning. It’s such a relaxing space to be. The grounds and surrounding gardens/Enniskery village are all beautiful places to walk and take in. Looking forward to our next stay already 🙏 Thank you 🙏 …
We stayed in Powerscourt Autograph Hotel on 10th Feb for one night. It exceeded our expectations. The staff are very friendly while being wholly professional. The amenities are amazing, from arrival to our departure we achieved everything we needed to in order to de stress, The spa is so relaxing it catered for our every need. The food was fab we had a lovely meal in McGills bar service was second to none , with live music to entertain us. We had a night cap in the lounge where we met lovely people, a nice end to our chilaxed evening. We left the hotel with a definite intention to return. It was fantastic . Josie Kelly
My wife and I stayed for 2 nights from the 7th to the 9th of February and really enjoyed our visit - infact we booked to return at the end of March before we left. We were warmly greeted and given a room upgrade to a suite which a lovely surprise - what a view over the estate! We managed to photograph a rosey sunrise from our balcony on our first morning. This was our 3rd stay at the hotel and we had previously enjoyed eating in the Bar, but unfortunately this was closed for a refurbishment. We therefore dined in the Sika restaurant on the first night. The meal was excellent but we both felt that the wine by the glass on offer was expensive at 14 euros each. By the second night food was being offered in the Sugar Loaf lounge - again excellent food, although the service was understandably a bit slow because of the adjustment the hotel staff had to make with the bar being closed. This is a beautiful hotel and the spa pool is the best in Ireland (in my opinion) - so relaxing and a great size for swimming.We're looking forward to coming back - my one minor request would be to provide a kettle in the rooms. We both love a cup of tea first thing in the morning and whilst coffee makers are provided, the water they produce is tepid at best. The tea at breakfast is lovely and strong by the way - and the breakfast excellent. I'd recommend this hotel to anyone. …
Had a gorgeous stay. This was out 3rd time staying in this hotel and we always love it. We got a gorgeous room with a balcony overlooking the Sugarloaf and got an early check in which was brilliant. I got a lovely treatment in the spa on the wave bed - stunning. Followed by time in the relaxation area and time in the women's thermal suite. We spent time in the pool and and jacuzzi area. Had dinner and drinks in the bar, the food was great. The staff were all lovely and very helpful. The breakfast was 5 star, always my favourite part of a hotel stay and it did not disappoint. Will definitely be returning. Its great as a birthday treat. Thank you.
I celebrated a lovely birthday thanks to the special additions by the hotel. Delighted to be upgraded on arrival to a king suite and a lovely choc & card surprise in the room! The food in the restaurant was top class and service was excellent. The view of the Sugar Loaf mountain and the gorgeous gardens really added to the experience too! The Espa spa was the icing in the cake! I booked a facial while was arguably the best I’ve ever had and got great recommendations on products. The only downside was that I didn’t get to enjoy the jacuzzi & sauna as I had to leave for home! Lovely touches throughout my stay made my birthday really special. I’ll be back asap with girlfriends. 😍
Once you turn into the Avenue to Powerscourt you start to relax. You step away from your everyday life. I had coffee in AVOCA, lunch & evening meal in the Sika Resteraunt. A lovely walk around Powerscourt Gardens & a bit of shopping in Avoca. My Room was fabulous. The open fires in the lobby are the perfect place to relax and catch up on some reading. Staff were courteous and helpful. Every bite of the Evening Meal was gorgeous. The Apple cheesecake was the nicest dessert I ever had! To finish off my stay, breakfast was perfect, I recommend the porridge! Well done all & keep up the good work.
Having booked afternoon tea and arriving to the hotel we were given menus. The reason I’m writing the review is to say the menu is irrelevant. I was embarrassed at the big deal the staff made when my guests didn’t want afternoon tea. They were unwilling (and clearly by that I mean unable by management protocol )to give us any one part of the menu. The menu said scones. We couldn’t have scones. We couldn’t have sandwiches even those on the menu. We had to have all or nothing. Really? Why the many pages of the menu then? It clearly came down to the fact they want the €55 or else nothing. I would have spent the money but we didn’t want all the food. We shared it then and the white bread was completely stale as the sandwich had been made hours ago. The rest tasted well and the ambiance is so quiet but we’d have appreciated honesty rather than high class manners of not admitting that you can’t have tea and scones off the menu. You can spend €55 and that won’t include the tea or coffee for anyone else. So ours cost €67 and we didn’t eat a lot of the food given as we didn’t want to eat it. Itemise your menu please. I’d have left a gratuity if I felt staff had been willing to be Co-operative rather than just mannerly effectively saying no you can’t have what you like and sit in that chair!…
Overall, we had an excellent stay. We were upgraded to a suite facing the mountains and it was extremely comfortable. Spa and food very good. Great location. Just a few things that made us feel it wasn't quite 5-star: - First impressions weren't great. No signage once you come through the door from the underground parking. -We went straight to McGill's as we were starving after a long hike. An older lady there treated us as almost an inconvenience when we asked for a table. Not welcoming at all. Gin wasn't served in a proper gin glass. No drinks menu was given so I had no idea which gins they served. Food was good, but when I asked for vinegar, the same lady pointed at the vinegar sachets on my husband's plate for his fish and chips and said 'there's vinegar there, but I'll get you some'. Not great service. - Certain parts of the hotel could do with a lick of paint - Chromecast in the room wasn't working. A staff member came to help and told us it was our phones. It wasn't. - In the shower, the overhead shower worked but the handheld one didn't. The handle for the overhead shower came off in my hand. Grouting was a bit grubby. One towel had a couple of stains on it. - Got breakfast brought to the room, there was no jug of milk for the coffee. Luckily there was some uht milk in the room. Like I said, overall, it was lovely. But all of these minor issues add up and are not things you expect of a 5-star hotel. Some improvements needed. …
Myself and my family (wife, 10yo daughter and 6yo son) had a wonderful stay in The Powerscourt, this was the first time we stayed with the kids in the hotel so we were a bit apprehensive however we should not have worried, it was brilliant. When booking we booked a family suite and I had requested a quiet room as my son is autistic and sensitive to noise, we were given a perfectly quiet room which was fantastic. The staff in all restaurant's and bars were very attentive and helpful as were the reception staff who helped us with a gift voucher issue. The food was fantastic in the bar and restaurant also. The facilities in terms of the leisure centre and pool were faultless as always unfortunately we could not get a booking in the spa which was the only extremely minor blemish on a fantastic stay, we will be back.…
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