Independent, Newbridge

„Carberry Tower is a magnificent property with rich history and beautiful grounds — but the hotel itself feels unloved and poorly cared for. Staying in the Royal Suite, I expected grandeur with character; instead, I found tired décor and clear neglect. Chandeliers had dead bulbs, one bathroom light was broken, the headboard and bedposts were broken and worn, and the paintwork was shabby and scuffed. Doors throughout were battered, and the stair carpets were shockingly dirty. A listed building ...