About

The Bush Hotel is central to the thriving town of Carrick on Shannon and offers guests a Two Hundred year tradition of comfort. The Hotel started life as an Inn for weary travelers and their horses on the coach journey between Dublin and Sligo.

Today that strong tradition of inn keeping and comfort is continued; As focal point to Carrick on Shannon, the Bush has modern bedrooms with all facilities, along with excellence in dining, conference and banqueting facilities. Whilst completely modernised the hotel retains much of its old world tradition, character and charm and many memorabilia from the past.

Location

The Bush Hotel has a superb central location ? close to all wonderful amenities Carrick on Shannon has to offer; restaurants, bars, galleries, coffee shops, local crafts and shopping. The Hotel is also located on main street, set on gardens to the rear with secure parking. We are two minutes walk to the River Shannon and its bustling marinas.

Rooms

The Bush Hotel aims to ensure that every guest's stay is as comfortable and relaxing as possible. The 60 bedrooms are tastefully decorated and include: tea and coffee making facilities, hairdryers, ironing board & trouser press, direct dial phone, voice mail, data points etc. Lift access, Ensuite Bathroom colour TV, Complimentary Wireless Broadband.

Other

The Bush Hotel Restaurant: Has established an excellent reputation for fine food, expertly prepared and imaginatively presented. Our Restaurant is extremely popular with locals for special occasions; our menus offer a variety of fresh wholesome food, locally produced with strong emphasis on quality, tradition and value. Our hotel is widely known for its steaks and superb innovative menus. Our renowned 'Table d'Hôte' and a la carte menus are available for lunch; 12.30 ? 2.45pm and dinner from 6pm ? late.

Coffee Shop: Serving full Irish breakfasts, early bird, mid morning snacks, carvery lunch, afternoon tea coffee and delicious cakes, we are open 8am to 6pm everyday.

Bush Bar Grill: Why not try our famous beef, pork and poultry dishes and enjoy a pint in our off road Pub ? Delicious pub food, plenty of atmosphere all served from 6pm ? late.

Local Attractions: Arigna Mining Experience ? Discover and experience the life of a coal miner through a unique underground tour into what was Irelands last working mine.

The Cavan & Leitrim Railway ? Step back in time and discover the magic and charm of an Irish Narrow Gauge Railway at the end of the 19th Century.

The Leitrim Design House Gallery ? A showcase for Leitrim crafts people and artists designing for interiors.

Tullyboy Animal Farm ? An Animal Farm with its 18th century farmhouse and buildings has a very scenic location, visitors to the farm can feed, touch and get to know the 30 varieties of animals on the farm.

Genealogical Centre & Ballinamore Museum: Trace your ancestry with the help of the centre.

Strokestown House & Famine Museum: An 18th century mansion that has been faithfully restored, uniquely the house still contains original furnishings.

Boyle Abbey, Boyle ? An impressive and well preserved Cistercian Monastery, founded in the 12th century.

King House ? Wander through the many rooms of the House and explore and learn about the King family and their home through interactive exhibitions.

Lough Key Forest Park ? Lough Key Forest Park combines walks, wildlife, beautiful scenery and lakeside attractions. Lough Key has a range of facilities including: Boating/Fishing/Nature Trails & Children's Play Area.

Moonriver Relaxing Shannon Cruising ? Excursions with full bar, tea and coffee facilities.

Swan Island Animal Farm ? Restaurant and Childrens fantasy Village on the shores of Garadice Lake.