Hodson Bay sits at the top of Lough Ree, just 30 minutes north of Athlone. The Viking ship cruise that leaves from Athlone 3 times a day full of tourists cruises up there and deposits any that want to stay for awhile at the Hodson Bay Hotel. The locals just drive up. You can spend the day, enjoying the water and fresh air, or sit have a cuppa at the hotel. It's got a little harbor, and a large sea wall that boats tie off to - and some of the local kids dive from. There is also a large golf course.
Apparently, this is also THE place for water play. There is an actual water park, in the water. Large floating blow-up slides and various other things that young and old can climb on, slide down, jump off or spin around. This is all run by one company. The entrance fee includes a wet suit (because I'm sure the water is pretty cold in these parts) and a small boat to take you out to the water park. You could also swim there if you don't want to wait for the boat. I guess you can spend as much time as you like frolicking in the water. We stopped and bought an ice cream from Mary, sat and watched all the action. Lovely way to spend an afternoon on a sunny, warm day.
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Hodson Bay sits at the top of Lough Ree, just 30 minutes north of Athlone. The Viking ship cruise that leaves from Athlone 3 times a day full of tourists cruises up there and deposits any that want to stay for awhile at the Hodson Bay Hotel. The locals just drive up. You can spend the day, enjoying the water and fresh air, or sit have a cuppa at the hotel. It's got a little harbor, and a large sea wall that boats tie off to - and some of the local kids dive from. There is also a large golf course.
How fun! I want to play there. =)
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