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Reviews of Connemara Sands Hotel & Spa 4 stars

Ballyconneely, H71 TY79 Clifden, Ireland

#3 of 7 hotels in Clifden

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 358 hotel reviews

8.9

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.4

  • Comfort

    9.4

  • Location

    9.4

  • Facilities

    8.9

  • Staff

    9.5

  • Value for money

    8.4

  • Free WiFi

    8.7

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  • Reviewed: 25 April 2024

    9.0
    It was a great stay with gorgeous weather and the most welcoming stay. Would consider rebooking.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Two-Bedroom Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The double room suite was large and spacious although the full bed was quite firm, not that comfortable, and the pillows were really lacking comfort, otherwise great room.

    Really enjoyed the food, all meals were great along with an incredible dinner own the outdoor patio. The location is superb and the staff really made the experience enjoyable.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 April 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room - Disability Access
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Location, staff , spa , sauna , dining

    A lovely hotel , fantastic location with great friendly staff , had dinner there 2 nights and it was a lovely experience with great food and service definitely return for another visit , also did the sauna experience and sea swim

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 April 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Love the location!! Well equipped kitchen in self-catering.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 April 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Two-Bedroom Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There was absolutely nothing , it would be really hard to find fault

    The room was so clean and food was excellent, staff top of their game.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 April 2024

    9.0
    Excellent facility. The restaurant is very good and the breakfast menu is great
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • King Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The breakfast menu is excellent. Ample parking. Friendly staff. Would have liked to stay longer

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 April 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Luxury Double Room with Ocean and Mountain Views
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Nothing

    Breakfast and dinner were delicious. Couldn't get booked into the restaurant the first night however Marian on reception kindly booked us a table and arranged a taxi for dinner in Clifden which was fabulous. Will definitely return in the future.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 April 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Two-Bedroom Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Beautiful boutique hotel, in a tranquil location, with great wellness facilities. The staff are very friendly and the food is delicious - In summary, exceptional experience. Thank you - John & Fiona.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 April 2024

    9.0
    Beautiful location, great family hotel and superb food.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Two-Bedroom Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No swimming pool

    Beautiful location and great rooms for families.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 March 2024

    8.0
    Nice remote, quiet location with excellent food and owners
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The young woman at the front desk (not one of the owners) was not friendly or welcoming. She seemed put out when we asked for help with buying a product and when we checked in about the heat in our house. Also, we asked about using the sauna and hot tub and were told it would cost each person to use them; this was not clear on the booking information. There were also notes in the house bathroom saying that extra towels, sheets, etc. cost money. This seemed weird to us because most hotels will provide you with a new towel if needed without charging you.

    It was nice to have a separate house for our two night stay. The Voya products in the bathroom were nice. The weather wasn’t great so being outside on the beach and asphalt tennis court was short lived, but could be nice in better weather. The owner was very nice and personable, as were the wait staff at the restaurant. We ate there both nights and it was very good; breakfast was also good with a variety of fresh options.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 March 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Luxury Double Room with Ocean and Mountain Views
    • Stayed 2 nights

    We loved everything about this gorgeous little hotel. The food was fab the staff lovely. The owner came around to chat to everyone on Saturday evening. We loved the views and outdoor sauna. We will definitely be back.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 March 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • King Room - Disability Access
    • Stayed 1 night

    Great breakfast, lovely dinner, and friendly staff. The sauna by the sea was definitely one of the highlights of our stay!

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 March 2024

    10
    Absolutely perfect in every way . A real credit to the owners .
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Two-Bedroom Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    That i didn’t find this place sooner !!!

    The staff / The food / The ambience / The suite/ The music & The owners . This is a hidden gem and is a must visit soon . From the minute we walked in the door we were made more than welcome by all of the staff . Can’t wait to get back again .

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 February 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Deluxe Two-Bedroom Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Would love to see the heating updated. Would love to see the hotel get some government assistance for solar panels.

    Local produce. Great tasty breakfast. Lots of options for different dietary requirements. The location is amazing, would be amazing in the summer, especially with the sauna, beach and seaweed baths.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 21 November 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Superior Two-Bedroom Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The hotel was excellent. The accommodation was lovely. Very spacious and exceptionally clean and the food was amazing. We had a great stay and will definitely return.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 5 November 2023

    10
    Staff are lovely and friendly and the food was so tasty and plenty of opinions
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing I can think of if you want a nice quite break to recharge your batteries and take time out

    We had a lovely time here in Connemara Sands . Near all the attractions and Kylemore Abbey is a must-see amazing place

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 5 November 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Two-Bedroom Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Excellent food and atmosphere

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 5 November 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room - Disability Access
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    B

    Lovely location - beautiful area. Friendly, helpful staff. Excellent food

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 2 November 2023

    8.0
    Excellent
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room - Disability Access
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It was very expensive for food and drink

    The breakfast was good, and the location was great except for the weather

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 November 2023

    10
    Great stay. Recommend to anyone. Beautiful location on the beach! Sauna was a nice feature.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Two-Bedroom Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great couple of nights. Food in restaurant was fantastic. Table setting was lovely. Staff were very nice and breakfast was delicious. Spa treatment was great. 10/10

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 30 October 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    N/A

    It was great having a whole house to ourselves. Very convenient and beautiful location.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 16 October 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Two-Bedroom Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The friendly welcome we got from the reception lady with black hair she is so nice the breakfast staff and dinner staff were also so friendly and ,very helpful the hotel is beautiful so clean and fresh lovely walk to the beach it would pass for a five star everything was just so perfect we will return

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 16 October 2023

    10
    Beautiful peaceful stay in Connemara
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Two-Bedroom Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There was nothing we didn't like.

    Everything! The suite the food the staff, everything was just perfect.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 14 October 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Room was small & spa was beside us, so there was a lot of people coming and going & walls very thin so you could hear everything. I ordered a monkfish pasta dish which was very dry & monkfish overcooked, Staff were very apologetic & offered me another dinner of my choice.There was supposed to be music on the Saturday night, however they decided not to play because there were few people which was very disappointing.

    Peaceful Beautiful location. Nice relaxing ambience.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 October 2023

    10
    Very relaxing
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Location 2min walk to beautiful beach . Accommodation excellent. Everything and more you would need for self catering with bar and restaurant a 50 metres away in main hotel.

    Stayed in October 2023

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