Reviews of The Thatched Cottage B&B
Kilgill , H91 DK8W Claregalway, Ireland
#3 of 4 hotels in Claregalway
Guests' ChoiceReview score
Based on 227 B&B reviews
8.4Score breakdown
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Cleanliness
8.8
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Comfort
8.7
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Location
8.1
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Facilities
8.4
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Staff
9.0
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Value for money
8.5
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Free WiFi
8.8
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Reviewed: 15 April 2024
Sidney
Australia21 reviews3 helpful votes4.0“Prison for three days?”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
See above
On first impressions the Thatched Cottage was adequate. Your writer was seduced by the name and number of fair reviews for our three night stay. Following booking, the reality was less than the perceived image. Prior to our arrival “rules” were messaged to us. Rules which seemed onerous in the extreme: “… that the check in is strictly from 7.30-10.00pm and a time is required to manage guest check in. Again a final reminder in relation to housekeeping as previously communicated PLEASE NOTE TAKEAWAY FOOD IS NOT ALLOWED IN BEDROOMS there is an outdoor patio where guests can eat weather permitting. Please note we do NOT have any indoor eating facilities only for breakfast and thus if weather is not suitable to eat outdoors please eat before coming to the bnb” …and…”Payment is on arrival in CASH, your card has only been used to secure the booking.” If the writer was aware that over €600 was required in cash as per the late edict he may have decided upon elsewhere. Greeted on a cold and blustery April evening at about 6:30pm (NB who checks in that late?) on a pathway strewn with dog-poo (there are three dogs) by Caroline (the owner) who directed us to the rear entry. Our allocated first floor room(s)1 was cold and looked tired, although the bathroom was modern. No heat and no remote for the 17inch fixture television. Some items you had to “request”. As for the television I’ve seen bigger screens on mobile phones! The artificial floor was bouncing under my feet and weight. The linen seemed flaccid, a leftover from when Moses played football with the Israelites. Breakfast was strictly from 8:30am once again another rule of the place; and not as lavish as our previous five B&B stays in Ireland. Three nights in Colditz it was not, however having to ask for heating seemed unnecessary on cold April wintery nights. Should heating have been standard?
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 23 March 2024
Chris
United Kingdom1 review10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing
Beautiful breakfast and comfortable bed
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 22 March 2024
Chris
United Kingdom1 review10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing
Beautiful b&b with beautiful dogs
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 4 February 2024
Marian
Ireland2 reviews10“At the thatched cottage b+b we were made feel very welcome, very clean warm and comfortable beds”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Family Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Very homely, very friendly and accommodating and clean. Beds very comfy
Stayed in February 2024
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Reviewed: 5 October 2023
Christopher
Ireland24 reviews10“Best breakfast”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing
The breakfast best omelette in ireland
Stayed in October 2023
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Reviewed: 4 October 2023
Christopher
Ireland24 reviews10“Lovely family run b&b”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing
Lovely family home in the countryside three beautiful dogs that we were able to bring for a walk. Friendly family staff lovely people
Stayed in October 2023
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Reviewed: 3 October 2023
Christopher
Ireland24 reviews10“Beautiful cottage”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing
Beautiful little cottage in the heart of the Irish countryside. The bed was so comfortable the room was clean and well decorated and the breakfast more than anyone could eat will be back
Stayed in October 2023
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Reviewed: 2 October 2023
Kellen
Ireland1 review4.0Disappointing- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Upon arrivals Caroline seemed a bit rude about the payment of the room, but asked if we needed anything to help improve or stay and whatnot. We woke up left the next morning left the room the way we found it. Only when I got home I seen my card had tried to be charged an additional €60 without confronting me. I called an asked why, I was told I hit a water tank outside (I didn’t) Saturday evening/night and she heard the bang (I was caught in cctv) she refused to show me this video footage. Quite disappointing to leave a bad review but I wouldn’t stay again
Dogs seemed friendly
Stayed in October 2023
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Reviewed: 27 September 2023
Elize
United Kingdom15 reviews3 helpful votes10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Triple Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
All great.
Unique and very welcoming.
Stayed in September 2023
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Reviewed: 17 September 2023
Georgina
Ireland4 reviews6.0“Pleasant stay”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Was charged extra for Breakfast and wasn’t advised it wasn’t included - when booking a B&B you would think it was included
Cottage was cute and beds were comfy
Stayed in August 2023
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Reviewed: 16 September 2023
Paula
Australia11 reviews10“The hosts were just lovely. Friendly”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
Breakfast was delicious. They provided all that we needed
Stayed in September 2023
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Reviewed: 11 August 2023
Bryan
United States5 reviews10“excellent, would stay there again.”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Studio
- • Stayed 1 night
Host was very friendly, we had the whole top floor of the house. Enjoyed the dogs.
Stayed in July 2023
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Reviewed: 7 August 2023
Christie
United States2 reviews10“Beautiful B&B on the outskirts of Galway”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Studio
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Owner was very friendly and accommodating, the place is beautiful and an easy drive to town.
Stayed in August 2023
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Reviewed: 26 July 2023
Deborah
Australia6 reviews1 helpful vote6.0“Fine for one night”- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Triple Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Noisy room close to the family area
Welcoming peope
Stayed in July 2023
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Reviewed: 12 July 2023
Debbie
United Kingdom8 reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Family Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing at all
Very friendly owners and the dogs were fabulous! The bedroom was spacious for us (family of 4) and the breakfast was amazing- fresh fruit salad, warm croissants then a fully cooked breakfast to get us through much of the day. Comfortable beds, fabulous shower with great pressure and plenty of hot water. A walk away from the local pub and restaurant or short drive into Galway. Stay here if you want a great night sleep in comfortable surroundings not too far from the busyness of Galway.
Stayed in July 2023
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Reviewed: 8 July 2023
Christopher
Ireland24 reviews10“Great breakfast lovely staff and the dogs”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
N/a
Beautiful family home in the heart of the Irish countryside
Stayed in July 2023
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Reviewed: 5 July 2023
Francoise
France49 reviews10 helpful votes10“A great stay”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Triple Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
The wifi connection was a bit poor in the room, but this is really a minor issue, except if you want to do remote working or video streaming.
The great welcome and kindness of Caroline the owner of this beautifully renovated old house in her family for generations. The fantastic breakfast cooked by Caroline
Stayed in June 2023
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Reviewed: 29 June 2023
Christopher
Ireland24 reviews10“Quite and peaceful b&b with two of the friendliest dogs”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing
Quite and peaceful location with a fantastic breakfast and two beautiful dogs
Stayed in June 2023
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Reviewed: 29 June 2023
Christopher
Ireland24 reviews10“Beautiful location in the Irish countryside friendly staff and breakfast was great”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing
Lovely breakfast friendly staff and a comfortable bed
Stayed in June 2023
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Reviewed: 29 June 2023
James
United States1 review10“We loved the thatched cottage and would absolutely recommend it to other travelers.”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Studio
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
The host required a specific arrival time , which we had difficulty providing as we were traveling from another county and the drive took much longer than expected. We could not stop for dinner for fear we would miss our check in time. Greater flexibility for a late arrival would have helped us
We loved staying at the thatched cottage. We had a private bathroom and our family of 5 had plenty of space. There was good water pressure in the shower ! We loved the windows and the views of the surrounding area. We left early in the morning so we missed the breakfast but it sounded wonderful ! The house was excellent. The waves app to us right to the house . Our host wrote out detailed driving directions to Galway / ferry to Inishmoore and gave us good recommendations to find a local grocery store to purchase sandwiches. The host has 2 super friendly dogs.
Stayed in June 2023
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Reviewed: 25 June 2023
Jonathan
United Kingdom11 reviews1 helpful vote6.0“Suitable for our needs.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
Checking time was a little late compared to our other accommodations.
Only a 1 night stay as it was ideal for our 3 week tour of Ireland for moving between locations on our itinerary. Host friendly and easy to chat to.
Stayed in May 2023
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Reviewed: 10 June 2023
Lisa
United States2 reviews1 helpful vote1.0- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Triple Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
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Reviewed: 5 June 2023
Mickael
France33 reviews10“Amazing”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Family Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
nothing
all was perfect
Stayed in June 2023
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Reviewed: 27 May 2023
Davide
Italy22 reviews2 helpful votes10“An old cottage in the fields”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Triple Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing, all perfect
I love the stay here in the cottage, Caroline and Bryan are soo kind, the room was good the breakfast was super, and the three dogs are adorable
Stayed in May 2023
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Reviewed: 29 April 2023
Brian
Ireland10 reviews10“excellemt stay”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
nothing
great breakfast great staff and great stay
Stayed in April 2023
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