Cliff Road, Waterville, Ireland
#3 of 13 hotels in Waterville
Guests' ChoiceBased on 311 hotel reviews
9.2Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.5
Location
9.7
Facilities
9.2
Staff
9.6
Value for money
8.8
Free WiFi
9.4
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 22 August 2022
Linda
IrelandRoom was beautiful bed very comfy .Will definitely book it again !
Stayed in May 2022
Reviewed: 20 August 2022
Mary
IrelandAbsolutely everything.
Stayed in August 2022
Reviewed: 19 August 2022
Maria
United KingdomThere was nothing we didn’t like
The location was amazing , very scenic !! The staff were amazing and we loved the bar, restaurant and bedrooms so stylish !!
Stayed in August 2022
Reviewed: 3 August 2022
Sheila
Irelandgreat location beside a sandy beach, fantastic food, lovely friendly staff and dinner was superb! thoroughly enjoyable
Stayed in August 2022
Reviewed: 3 August 2022
John
Irelandnothing!!!!
there was nothing not to like, Food amazing, accommodation fab, staff fantastic
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: 2 August 2022
Michael
IrelandLocation of shelf over hand basin in the bathroom meant that it was impossible to brush your teeth over the basin.Suggest moving that glass shelf to the right,over the cistern.The patio area outside the dining room needs some attention.Dead flowers in the flower pots not very impressive at all.The overflowing ash tray outside the front door would not give a good first impression of the Smugglers Inn.
Location was excellent,access to beach great,sun was shining,a big plus.The clear signs(red and blue marks for hot and cold)on the shower are a brilliant ideal Didn't have to spend any time trying to figure it out!
Stayed in August 2022
Reviewed: 30 July 2022
Jesse
United StatesWe weren't able to partake in the complimentary breakfast that the hotel offers because it didn't start until 8:30am and we needed to leave by 8am to take our trip to Skellig Michael. I was surprised that breakfast service started so late.
We stayed here so that we'd be close to the departure point for our trip to Skellig Michael out of Portmagee, and it turned out to be a very convenient location with great views. The room was clean and well-appointed, and a good size for three people. Being able to book a room with three beds was excellent. Everyone we interacted with from the hotel was friendly and accommodating.
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: 27 July 2022
Jennifer
Irelandnothing
beautifully refurbished and fresh , stunning location right by the beach
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: 26 July 2022
John
IrelandDinner was exceptionally good. Henry Hunt is a top-class chef. The fish dishes were prepared and cooked to a very high standard and the service was excellent. The location of the restaurant added to the sense of occasion with the Atlantic Ocean a stone's throw from the restaurant.
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: 25 July 2022
Jackie
IrelandAmazing food, staff were really friendly. Location perfect.
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: 14 July 2022
John
United Kingdomexceptional location. very friendly staff and fantastic restaurant
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: 14 July 2022
Sandra
United KingdomLovely friendly staff, beautiful room and gorgeous food. Would stay again and recommend to orhers
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: 14 July 2022
Shirley
IrelandThe room was a little small
Fantastic food, especially the fish. The hake for breakfast was divine. The location was literally lawn, next stop beach... with stunning views. The staff were wonderful, one and all. Gillian took a personal interest in our search for a place special to us because of its family history. There was plenty to see: the nearby circular stone fort was awe inspiring, not to mention the delights of the Skellig chocolate factory and the beauty of the drive to it. We really couldn't have asked for more.
Stayed in June 2022
Reviewed: 12 July 2022
Judy
United Statesbeautiful location right on the beach! friendly and accommodating staff. comfortable room with great view. outstanding restaurant. outstanding service. great breakfast.
Stayed in June 2022
Reviewed: 11 July 2022
Maureen
IrelandThe location is great fabulous views. Food is gourmet dining at its best. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Will definitely recommend it and will return.
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: 10 July 2022
Gaffney
IrelandBreakfast delicious. Rooms very nice. Beds very comfy. Shower really great. Staff very nice. Beautiful views.
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: 3 July 2022
Dawn
United Kingdomthe breakfast let it down after the high quality meal the night before, it was average.
newly refurbished, good location by the beach.
Stayed in June 2022
Reviewed: 2 July 2022
Nicole
United Statesn/a
cleanliness, room is comfortable, showers nice, superb food, great staff and superb views
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: 28 June 2022
Tracey
Australiawonderful location and restaurant
Stayed in June 2022
Reviewed: 26 June 2022
Andrew
Irelanda bit old bar closed early breakfast ok only filter coffe
clean and good staff
Stayed in June 2022
Reviewed: 25 June 2022
Julie
Canadanothing
perfect location
Stayed in June 2022
Reviewed: 19 June 2022
Betty
Irelandhelicopter flying low directly over us and landing at the golf club next door at 6.45
location on the shoreline. cleanliness. comfortable room. friendly staff and wonderful food.
Stayed in June 2022
Reviewed: 14 June 2022
Patrick
United StatesAll fine.
Location was excellent. Dinner was outstanding as was service.
Stayed in June 2022
Reviewed: 9 June 2022
Michael
United Kingdoma little expensive in the restaurant and bar
location, comfortable, staff
Stayed in June 2022
Reviewed: 7 June 2022
Adam
United KingdomThe first evening was a little on the cool side despite being June. However, the heating worked on the second evening.
The location was fantastic. Loved that our room had a sea view and was able to enjoy a sunset walk on the beach before retiring for the night. The staff were friendly and couldn’t be more helpful.
Stayed in June 2022
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