| among the shops of the village's main street, this eclectic guesthouse is a minute's walk from athlone castle, which dates to the 1100s, a 2-minute walk from the river shannon, and a 14-minute walk from ie trains. continental breakfast is available for a charge. there's a relaxed guest lounge with armchairs and the house features a colourful, eastern-influenced interior filled with plants. some have private bathrooms, while others share facilities. subdued rooms mix traditional and modern furnishings, and are individually accented with irish artwork and peruvian rugs. an airy studio across the street contains a kitchenette with a minifridge.
Ireland West Airport Knock 1 hr 23
Moydrum Castle (13 min)
Castle, ruins, and history Dún Na Sí Amenity & Heritage Park (18 min) Tourist Information Centre Athlone (1 min)
Riverside castle with imposing keep, housing 8 chronologically themed interactive exhibition rooms. Glendeer Pet Farm (11 min)
Open farm to get up close with animals from emus to llamas, plus indoor play area and nature trails. Killinure Lough (12 min) The Golden Mile (9 min) Derryglad Folk and Heritage Museum (16 min) Athlone Regional Sports Centre (6 min) Sean's Bar (1 min)
Low-ceilinged, 1000-year-old watering hole with riverside garden, live music and historical objects. Saints Peter & Paul's Church (2 min)
Art museum and art Athlone Castle (2 min)
Castle and history Luan Gallery (3 min)
Roomy gallery comprised of a modern wing & a 1897 public library, featuring art by emerging artists. Baysports.ie (11 min)
Water park and park Clonmacnoise (28 min)
Ruined cathedral, 7 churches, 2 round towers, 3 high crosses and a large collection of grave slabs. Corpus Christi Catholic Church (4 min) | 
