Castletownsend Road, Skibbereen, Ireland
#11 of 22 hotels in Skibbereen
Guests' ChoiceBased on 584 hotel reviews
8.7Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.3
Location
9.4
Facilities
8.9
Staff
9.4
Value for money
8.4
Free WiFi
7.8
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 2 May 2023
Aoife
United KingdomThe restaurant doesn't have a sense of character and had an empty feel to it.
The wellness facilities & breakfast and staff.
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 29 April 2023
Ferne
AustraliaThe place lacked character. We thought we were staying in a character filled old estate and although it was old, it had been modernised so much it lacked warmth and character. The restaurant was very stark and sterile.
Food was amazing. The gardens were lovely to walk around. Room had everything we needed.
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 23 April 2023
Grace
Irelandexcellent staff, beautiful location
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 17 April 2023
Marie
IrelandN/A
The staff couldn’t have been nicer. The room was fab and the food ….delicious
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 17 April 2023
Meghen
Irelandfirst night for our restaurant server, so a little shaky
grounds and setting are gorgeous
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 5 April 2023
Teresa
Irelandthe driveway was tricky with oncoming cars, needs a few more pull in areas otherwise you have to reverse
everything was great
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 2 April 2023
Aine
IrelandThe coffee at breakfast
Everything the location, the rooms, the staff, the atmosphere... It's beautiful
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 2 April 2023
Elaine
IrelandAmazing building, grounds and staff - would highly recommend
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 2 April 2023
Michelle
IrelandFrom the moment of arrival when we were greeted by the most wonderful welcoming ,friendly staff and offered a glass of bubbly I knew this was going to be amazing and i was right ! Fabulous room , spotlessly clean, relaxed atmosphere throughout the estate, beautiful food served by happy helpful staff and a sauna in the woods where we had a dip in the lake followed by a spin in a golf buggy to the lake house for treatments that were serenity itself ! Walking through the woods to the sky garden was another magical experience.
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: 30 March 2023
Twomey
IrelandStaff were all exceptional. Surroundings were outstanding. Couldn't recommend enough!
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 29 March 2023
Anne
IrelandThe garden room I occupied was mostly comfortable but had a light outside the rear door that I discovered quite late that I couldn't turn off. It was strange to be in a rural location with a bright light outside all night.
Friendly welcome and very nicely presented public areas. I was told about interesting facilitates, such as a gym and yoga room but I didn't get a chance to use them. Breakfast was good as was dinner.
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 25 March 2023
Dominic
Irelandnothing
everything
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: 21 March 2023
Thilina
AustraliaGreat location and estate has plenty of land to explore. Rooms are lovely and the food was top notch
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 20 March 2023
Bruce
United KingdomThe weather… didn’t dampen my spirits though. Nil genuine dislikes.
Exudes character, a well executed mix of old and new.
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 16 March 2023
Noel
Irelandgreat location, especially the lake house. lovely friendly and relaxed atmosphere. Liked the record players!
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: 16 March 2023
Mags
Irelandall of it
it was a fabulous location. the grounds are stunning. the lake was so refreshing to dip in and then into the sauna.
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: 12 March 2023
Debra
IrelandThe food was amazing- accommodation was spotless and gorgeous. staff were so professional and very helpful.
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 11 March 2023
Tine
Irelandwould be great to have dressing gowns especially with the sauna etc
food excellent, staff lovely, beautiful rooms and walks on the property
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: 6 March 2023
Janet
IrelandFood and drink were a bit expensive particularly for the portion size at lunch and dinner. From personal perspective I booked a massage but was male therapist which I only realised when we arrived for treatment, was too uncomfortable to get the massage again this is more personal choice but I think it would be good if it stated this when I called to book. Still paid for treatment as was my own choice not to go ahead.
Beautiful setting and atmosphere, staff were very friendly and welcoming! Really relaxing stay and would highly recommend if you want a break from the hustle and bustle of it all
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 28 February 2023
Margaret
IrelandRelaxed and friendly atmosphere. Great place to go to recharge.
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: 27 February 2023
Emeraldo
IrelandA really minor comment related to the dinner. Sometime service was a bit slow, we waited for a side dish for our main and had to remind staff after a while. Otherwise everyone was very attentive, polite and not annoying at all.
It was a full on relaxation experience, the room was spacious featuring a really comfortable super king mattress, a bathroom with top quality bathroom fixtures. We couldn't get enough with relaxing in the bathtub next to the window overlooking beautiful scenery. The hotel area is huge, there are many kilometers of walking trails, many secluded places, a garden, a meadow. Restaurant food and wine quality is exceptional, a bit pricey but not over the top. Breakfast options sufficed and the eggs Benedict were great. Our stay wouldn't be complete without visiting an absolutely gorgeous private sauna on the lake. Definitely a must visit place!
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: 27 February 2023
Patrick
IrelandThe breakfast was very tasty.We had to ask for toast.And a little disappointing not to get homemade brown bread. The location was excellent.The staff very friendly and hospitable.
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: 21 February 2023
Fergal
IrelandNot much but probably a little understaffed and the bar area could be a little more conducive to groups as distinct from couples. The old sash windows were a bit draughty but not a big issue as heating on most of the time.
The food was very good, the room were lovely and the walks around the 160 acres were a great getaway from life. Lots of nice towns to visit nearby, Glandore and Union Hall, with good restaurants.
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: 19 February 2023
Tracey
Irelanddinner menu a little limited, no hairdryer in room. everything else excellent .
lovely accommodation, lovely food, lovely personnelle, dog friendly.
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: 11 February 2023
Akelleher
IrelandTOTAL Bliss from the moment the welcoming staff opened the door,
EVERYTHING. By far & away the most enjoyable, restful & comfortable place to relax, dine & stay.. Welcoming staff, gorgeous food, spacious & comfortable rooms, luxurious bed linens, lots of opportunities to walk in spacious grounds & gardens. GORGEOUS sauna pod, yoga pod & relaxation pod beside the lake. Located near enough to Skibbereen, Lough Hyne & Ballydehob for day trips.
Stayed in January 2023
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