Location – Clane, Co Kildare –
- 45 mins from Dublin
- 10 from Maynooth
- 15 from Newbridge
..Conference Centre Hotel near Dublin..
What I loved –
*Friendly welcome by Whalter * 2 great sized meeting rooms for a conference and a lunch
*Power shower *Flexible meeting space * Private Garden area designed by Diarmuid Gavin
First impressions and location –
Located in Clane, Co Kildare, The Westgrove Hotel is located about 10 minutes from the N7 Newbridge exit and the N4 Maynooth exit so very easy to get to for delegates coming from the West and South and of course Dublin. It is located beside a mini shopping centre with a Supervalu shop and pharmacy – which to some might be a disadvantage that it is not a stand alone hotel, but for me was very convenient for picking up a few things I had forgotten! I also love the underground parking that leads directly to the hotel lobby as it saved me getting wet, and feels very secure – perhaps this is something that appeals to the female traveller more.
Accommodation –
All guest rooms are well appointed for the business traveller. I stayed in a suite which was beautiful and very comfortable, on my tour of the hotel I took a look at the standard room which has the following features –
• Free Wi Fi
• Flat screen TV
• Convenient sockets for laptop and phone charger
• Comfortable beds with crisp sheets and big duvet
There are also long term stay rooms that feature a sitting room and a small kitchen, perfect if doing business in the area for a week .
Service –-
Room service was prompt and food was tasty. Wake up calls were on time and my check in experience with Whalter was great. He provided excellent service through out my stay – he had a broadband lead sent up to me promptly and I forgot my toothbrush and within 10 minutes I was provided with one along with toothpaste.
Conference and Event Facilities –
….Ideal for groups up to 430 theatre style….
The Conference Centre has its own entrance to the hotel, which I find to be a great advantage. The fact that there are 2 rooms, very convenient to each other that can both accommodate groups of 200+ is also a major benefit. It means that meeting organisers have flexibility with being able to provide a private option for lunch and a gala banquet. There is also a private bar located at the entrance to the main conference room so there is more than adequate space for networking over tea/coffee breaks and indeed works well as a pre-dinner drinks reception area.
Gaining access to the Conference Centre from the lobby of the hotel is not the most straight forward, if indeed a little awkward. So I would advise using the main Conference Centre entrance. Hotel staff guide delegates around the hotel if there is a conference taking place with break out space, so this can be overcome. On the 1st and 2nd floor there is easy access from the lobby to a number of rooms that are set up great for a meeting or executive board room gathering. All rooms have natural light and share a wonderful space right outside for registration and networking.
There are also multiple options when it comes to dining options, from something casual in the bar to the chic atmosphere created in the Exchange Plus. Everything I tasted was delicious.
For feedback on other venues around Ireland, do feel free to contact me. I am constantly reviewing venues for Conferences, Meetings and Events.
Ciara
Click here for other Hotels and Conference Facilities in the area -
Killashee House Hotel-Naas, Kildare
The K Club- Straffon, Kildare
Carton House- Maynooth, Kildare
