Accessibility Guide
1. Welcome
Clayton Hotel Limerick is committed to ensuring that all visitors and guests have a full and equal opportunity to enjoy the goods, services, privileges, advantages, and accommodations offered by the hotel.
To help you understand the types of rooms and facilities available at our hotel, please refer to the information outlined below.
If your specific access needs are not covered in this document, we encourage you to contact us directly. Our team will be happy to discuss your requirements and provide assistance wherever possible.
2. Contact Information
To speak with a member of our friendly team, please get in touch with us by phone or email— we’re always happy to help.
- Telephone: +353 61 444 100
- Email: info.limerick@claytonhotels.com
3. Arrival & Location
By Car
Whether you are travelling from Dublin, Cork, Galway, or anywhere else in Ireland, Clayton Hotel Limerick is easy to reach.
- Sat Nav Eircode: V94 H6HN
- You can also get directions via Google Maps
- For detailed driving directions, please contact Reception on +353 61 444 100 prior to your stay. Parking
- Steamboat Quay Car Park is located just 15 metres from the hotel entrance.
- Parking rates:
- €10.00 for 24 hours
- €27.00 for a weekly ticket
- Take a ticket on entry and park in any available space.
- Hotel guests paying at Reception receive special overnight parking rates.
- The hotel offers four accessible parking spaces:
- Two located directly in front of the hotel
- Two located in the nearby Steamboat Quay Car Park
By Train
- Limerick (Colbert) Station is approximately 1–1.2 km from the hotel (about a 10- minute walk).
- Taxis are available outside the front of the station.
- All trains serving the station offer ramped access for wheelchair users.
- Passenger assistance must be booked in advance. Travellers requiring this service are advised to arrange assistance prior to travel.
- Train tickets can be booked in advance online.
By Bus
- Limerick Bus Station is approximately 1 km from the hotel, located in the city centre.
- A taxi journey from the bus station takes around 2–5 minutes and costs approximately €7–9.
- Arthur’s Quay is a major stop for long-distance and intercity coach services in Limerick city centre. Options Walk: About 1.1–1.3 km (~10–15 min walk).
Taxi:
- A short taxi ride (~2–5 min) costs about €7–9.
Bus Companies Serving Limerick (from Major Cities):
Below are some of the main intercity and regional bus operators serving Limerick. Most long distance services stop at Arthur’s Quay or Limerick Bus Station (adjacent to Colbert Station).
Intercity / Long-Distance Coaches
- Bus Éireann – Ireland’s national bus operator, connecting Limerick with Dublin, Cork, Galway, Shannon Airport, and other destinations.
- Dublin Coach – Express coach services between Limerick and Dublin, with frequent departures on major routes.
- JJ Kavanagh & Sons – Services linking Dublin Airport, Shannon Airport, and Limerick.
- Flightlink – Private coach services, particularly between Dublin Airport and Limerick, often stopping at Arthur’s Quay
- Irish Citylink – Intercity routes connecting Limerick with Galway, Cork, and Dublin Airport.
Local / Regional Buses
- Bus Éireann / TFI Local Link provide city and regional bus services throughout Limerick and surrounding towns, including popular city routes such as 301, 302, 303, and 304.
Useful Travel Information
- Booking in advance: For intercity services from Dublin, Cork, or Galway, we recommend booking tickets online to guarantee seating.
- Bus stops:
- Private intercity coaches typically stop at Arthur’s Quay.
- Bus Éireann services operate mainly from Limerick Bus Station, located beside Colbert Train Station.
- Payment: Most local bus services accept cash or a Leap Card.
Arrival Assistance
If you require assistance with luggage on arrival, please contact us on +353 61 444 100, and a member of our team will be happy to meet you at the set-down area and assist you.
By Taxi
How to Arrange a Taxi (To/From Clayton Hotel Limerick)
There are several convenient ways to arrange a taxi during your stay:
Through Hotel Reception
Ask our Reception team to book a taxi for you by calling +353 61 444 100. Our team will be happy to arrange a taxi on your behalf or recommend trusted local companies.
Call a Local Taxi Company Directly
You can contact any of the local taxi services listed below to arrange pick-up or drop-off directly outside the hotel.
Use a Taxi App
Taxi apps such as Uber and FREE NOW operate in Limerick. Simply download the app, set your pick-up location and destination, and request a ride.
Walk to a Taxi Rank
Taxi ranks are located throughout Limerick city centre, including near major bus stops and Colbert Station on O’Connell Street, where taxis are often available without advance booking.
Popular Taxi Companies in Limerick
Below are some reliable local taxi providers offering city journeys, hotel transfers, and airport services.
- Local & City Taxis Limerick City Taxis – City and airport services +353 89 428 2346
- Swift Taxis Limerick Ltd – Traditional taxi booking service +353 61 313 131 24/7
- Limerick Taxi Service & Airport Transfers – Round-the-clock service +353 89 465 0039
- All Route Taxis – Local taxi service +353 86 305 8049
- Set Price Taxis – Fixed-fare taxi option +353 61 414 141
- Airport & Special Transfers Ideal for Shannon Airport transfers and group travel: Easy Transfer Ireland – Airport shuttles and transfers +353 83 054 7199
- Limerick & Shannon Airport Taxi Service – Airport and long-distance journeys +353 89 247 1986
- Adare Taxi Service – Limerick city and surrounding areas +353 87 991 1675
Taxi Tips
- Airport fares: Taxi prices to Shannon Airport can vary depending on time of day and luggage. Booking in advance may secure a fixed fare.
- Peak times: Evenings and weekends can be busy—booking ahead or using an app is recommended.
- Payment: Most taxis accept cash; app-based bookings allow card payment.
The closest airport is Shannon Airport which is 25km from the hotel.
Nearest Ferry port: is Rosslare
4. Entrance & Reception
Step-free access is available from the entrance to:
- Reception
- Waterfront Restaurant
- Grill Bar & Restaurant
- Red Bean Roastery
- Accessible public toilet
- Designated accessible parking:
- Accessible parking bays are available within 50 metres of the main entrance.
- Step-free route from car park: A step-free route with a firm surface is provided from the car park to the hotel entrance.
- Step-free entrance: The main entrance offers step-free access via a ramp.
5. Lift Access
Lifts provide access to guest bedrooms, leisure centre facilities, and meeting rooms.
An evacuation chair is available in the event of an emergency.
Tactile signage: Braille signage is available in the hotel lifts.
6. Accessible Public Toilets
A designated wheelchair-accessible toilet is available off the Reception area and is suitable for guests with visible and non-visible disabilities.
As a minimum, this facility includes:
- Step-free access • A manoeuvring space of 1500mm x 1500mm
- An outward-opening door with a minimum clear width of 800mm
- A transfer space on at least one side of the toilet
- A drop-down grab rail on the transfer side
- A horizontal grab rail positioned on the wall adjacent to the toilet
- An emergency assistance alarm reachable from floor level
7. Accessible Bedrooms
Clayton Hotel Limerick offers four wheelchair-accessible bedrooms to accommodate wheelchair users and guests with mobility impairments.
Minimum features include:
- Lift access to the room
- Minimum door width of 800mm
- Internal circulation space of 1500mm x 1500mm
- Emergency assistance alarm in the bathroom
- Bed height: 60mm • Space underneath the bed (floor to bed base): 20mm Bed
Configurations
Twin or double bed options:
- Two wheelchair-accessible bedrooms offer either twin or double beds.
Wheelchair-accessible bedroom with adjoining room:
- One wheelchair-accessible bedroom with a twin/double bed configuration includes the option of an adjoining bedroom if required.
Please indicate your preference when booking.
Allergy-Friendly Bedrooms
- Allergy-friendly bedding: All rooms are equipped with feather-free duvets and pillows to support guests with allergies.
- Furniture rearrangement on request: To create additional space, furniture can be rearranged in bedrooms upon request.
Please contact Reception to arrange this.
8. Accessible Bathrooms / En‑Suites
Two wheelchair-accessible bathrooms feature level floors and roll-in showers.
Minimum features include:
- Step-free access
- Manoeuvring space of 1500mm x 1500mm
- Minimum outward-opening door width of 800mm
- Roll-in shower with no obstacles or enclosures
- Transfer space on at least one side of the toilet
- Grab rails at the toilet, washbasin, shower, and bath
- Emergency assistance alarm
9. Dining & Social Spaces
Food & Beverage Accessibility
- Wheelchair-accessible outlets: The Waterfront Restaurant, Red Bean Roastery, and The Grill Bar & Restaurant are all wheelchair accessible and located on the ground floor with step-free access.
- Quieter seating: Tables in quieter areas are available upon request, where noise levels are minimised.
- Table service: Table service is provided as standard.
Dietary Requirements
We cater for a variety of dietary needs, including:
- Gluten-free options
- Lactose-free options
Please speak with a member of our serving team during your visit, or contact us in advance to discuss your specific dietary requirements.
10. Assistance Dogs
Assistance dogs are welcome. Water bowls are available on request
11. Safety & Staff Training
The nearest hospital Emergency Department to the hotel is in University Hospital Limerick located 3.4km from the hotel
Closest GP Clinics & Doctors
- Dooctor.ie Limerick 7 Days Walk-In-Clinic – Walk-in clinic on Clare Street (Quarry Hill) offering general practice, urgent care, women’s health, online doctor services and prescriptions; highly rated and accessible without a long wait.
- Ashdown Medical Centre Courtbrack Avenue, South Circular Road, Limerick City, Limerick, V94 H9KR Phone: 061 301 200 Email: reception@ashdownmedical.ie
- Ennis Road Medical Centre Elm Park Villas, Ennis Road, Limerick, Limerick, V94 X5XF Phone: 061 51789 Email: info@ennisroadmedical.ie
- Cullen & Hanly Family Doctors 15 Pery Square, Prospect, Limerick, V94 XV4A Phone: 061 314 810
Note: Some individual GPs and smaller practices around the city centre may not be taking new patients on short notice, so it’s best to call ahead before visiting.
The nearest pharmacy is Scanlon’s Express Pharmacy located 2 minuts walk from the hotel The contact number of the pharmacy is +353 61 314 314
Adapted Living offer mobility scooters rental.
We have 2 defibrator in the hotel one is locate in the reception and second in Club Vitae In case of power outrage, the hotel is equipment with power generator.
If you require oxygen whilst on holiday, seek Health Service Executive (HSE) advice and talk to your oxygen supplier to ask if they can deliver to the hotel. Guests have previously had oxygen successfully delivered.
12. Sensory Story
13. Date Produced & Last Updated
For any questions or suggestions about accessibility at Clayton Hotel Limerick:
Email: info.limerick@claytonhotels.com
Phone: +353 61 444 100
Access Welcome Guide produced: 28th February 2026
Access Welcome Guide last updated: 28th February 2026
