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One of the most convenient stopovers on a car trip through Ireland is the Hodson Bay Hotel. Located by the picturesque beaches of Lough Ree, this modern and multi-faceted lodge style hotel is at the very centre of Ireland. All the tourist attractions are conveniently accessible by car travel, making it an ideal base for your explorations of the area or a place to rest before continuing to the next leg of your car trip. The hotel has a large number of bedrooms, all tastefully furnished in a contemporary style, impeccably maintained, quiet and spacious. Guests will find a complete range of amenities, and the large beds are a welcome sight after a long day’s car trip. .Bedrooms that are front facing benefit from fabulous lakeside views. Hodson Bay Hotel also has a wide range of facilities to help guests unwind, relax, and have fun. This includes a leisure centre equipped with swimming pool, sauna, steamroom and Jacuzzi, and a state of the art gym. There are also specially designed activities for children, making it an ideal car trip stopover for those who are traveling through Ireland with the entire family. The hotel’s award winning L’Escale Restaurant is renowned for its blend of International and Irish cuisine. Only the freshest, high-quality produce is used. The restaurant specializes in seafood, particularly lobster. Less formal dining is available at the Waterfront Buttery & Bar, a lively and friendly spot. Hodson Bay Hotel is also conveniently located near golf courses, including the adjacent Athlone Golf Course and 8 other championship golf courses within a 20 minute car drive. Boat cruises are also available from the jetty outside the hotel, and the hotel can arrange boats, equipment and guides for those wishing to fish on Lough Ree. If you are interested in taking a car trip through Ireland, you can approach the numerous car hire agencies located in major cities and airports. Your car hire agency representatives will be more than happy to help you prepare a personalized car trip itinerary, and provide a list of places that can serve as a base for your car travels.