Coast Road, Doolin, Ireland
#5 of 10 hotels in Doolin
Guests' ChoiceBased on 257 hotel reviews
9.1Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.4
Location
9.4
Facilities
9.0
Staff
9.4
Value for money
8.7
Free WiFi
8.8
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 6 June 2024
Kevin
United KingdomWell presented
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 6 June 2024
Jeff
United StatesBeds were very uncomfortable. Could use new mattresses. Had dinner one night at the property, and the steak was undercooked and returned. The staff tried to correct the issue, but it was still not completely done properly.
Everyone we came in contact with were very friendly. The grounds and the castle were amazing with great views. Breakfast was excellent, with many options to choose from.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 5 June 2024
Gosner
United StatesBeautiful setting; spacious, elegant rooms; welcoming staff.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 5 June 2024
Lisa
United StatesThis was a phenomenal place to stay!!! The property was beautiful, the staff were very friendly and helpful! The food was amazing!!!!!! Highly recommend this property!!!
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 29 May 2024
Donal
United KingdomWe liked everything. It was perfect
This is a lovely place to stay. It feels like staying with friends in a family home. The staff a friendly and helpful. The rooms have the most amazing views and the food is fantastic.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 28 May 2024
Mackenzie
United StatesAbsolutely nothing.
The castle tour and complimentary breakfast was worth its weight in gold. The dinner was perfectly splendid. I would definitely make a point to revisit this beautiful estate!
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 25 May 2024
Elaine
United StatesDinner (steaks) in the restaurant were over-cooked.
Location of the Ballinalacken Castle Country House Hotel was good - we had a lovely room with a view of the Cliffs of Moher. It was quite a bit of a walk from the check-in desk to our room so if you have mobility issues you would want a room closer. Rooms are a bit dated but clean. The grounds were beautiful, a tour of the castle was interesting and very much appreciated. There was parking on the grounds for our car - this was outside Doolin and the pubs on Fisher Street so a car was needed. We enjoyed breakfast at the hotel which was very good and had dinner there one evening - three of the four of us ordered a steak with only one receiving it as requested (medium rare). The others were cooked medium to medium-well. The staff were quite nice and very helpful. Overall, I would recommend the Ballinalacken Castle Country House Hotel!
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 25 May 2024
Richard
United StatesNothing
Beautiful country grounds next to a castle and view of the ocean. Beautiful sunsets
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 24 May 2024
Debbie
United StatesThe property is breathtaking!!Rooms are luxurious, impeccably clean, beautiful details. The staff is friendly, welcoming and courteous. Our meals were excellent! We especially loved the scones. The Lemon Meringue dessert was luxurious. I felt like I was in a fairytale. Thank you for such a wonderful experience.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 17 May 2024
Sheri
United StatesWe were first placed in a room that had some small stains on the carpet. Looked like pet stains. Just not acceptable. Obviously somebody didn’t do their job well. However the manager upgraded our room and gave us a discount off our stay. We would stay again in a minute.
The grounds are gorgeous. The landscaping, horses and other animals when you drive up are so picturesque. The castle, manor house and hotel are beautiful. Staff is very courteous. Food and drinks for breakfast and dinner were delicious. Gerald gave us a tour of the grounds and the manor house. He is very knowledgeable about the property and the historical significance of it.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 17 May 2024
Andrew
United StatesBreakfast not as good as other B & B’s we stayed at in Ireland
Great location
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 10 May 2024
Janah
United StatesN/A
The food was amazing
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 6 May 2024
Uncleanjoe
United StatesNothing!!
OMG, what didn't I like?? We got a private tour of the family castle, the rooms were outstanding, large, comfy and super clean. And the view from our window was spectacular. Then we also had dinner there and the food was out of this world. I would give this acomodation a if I could. It was just such a wonderful experience.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 6 May 2024
Bryan
United StatesIn a great location for a lot of sites including the cliffs of moher. The views from the property are amazing. The staff are very friendly and accommodating. The food and dining were excellent. There is a small bar as well that is very convenient. We got a nice tour and history of the castle on the property.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 3 May 2024
Dawn
United StatesThere is not one negative feedback I could give, it was an amazing experience
Literally everything was perfect! The location, the grounds, room, staff, food - EVERTHING
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 21 April 2024
Kimberly
United StatesN/a
This property is unique and it is surrounded by natural beauty. We loved the warm, personal attention from the staff, which includes a tour of the property. The food is the best we’ve had so far in Ireland.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 11 November 2023
Emlyn
BahrainGreat location. Friendly and helpful staff. Good food and an excellent little bar!
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 26 October 2023
Diana
United StatesBeautiful property, very friendly staff, awesome castle on the grounds, nice pub
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 16 October 2023
Scott
United StatesThe history and the people. Plus a tour of a privately owned castle.
Nice quiet and somewhat remote. A welcome break from our previous days in Dublin.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 14 October 2023
Amy
United StatesWe were not able to check in early as our room was not ready. Some other guests were able to check in early.
It is a beautiful hotel with nice furniture and decorations. Our room was very spacious but has no view of the ocean.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 11 October 2023
Lynn
United StatesBathroom was very very old with no storage or shelves for our toiletries
Historic home with lovely staff and dining.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 9 October 2023
Aleksandra
IrelandExceptional place with amazing food.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 9 October 2023
Yola
CanadaThe shower was very small.
The tour of the castle was amazing. We were upgraded and loved our room
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 30 September 2023
Mary
United StatesNothing.
We LOVED the tour of the castle! In addition, we enjoyed a delicious dinner (and breakfast) in a lovely dining room. Really enjoyed our nightcap in the little pub with great conversation with other guests of the hotel.
Stayed in August 2023
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