Connemara, Republic Of Ireland Hotels

Ardagh Hotel

The Ardagh is a quiet family run hotel situated on the edge of Ardbear Bay in the heart of scenic Connemara. The hotel is well known for its blend of hospitality and comfort. Large suites overlooking the bay are available and all rooms are individually decorated. The restaurant specialises in lobster seafood and homegrown vegetables complimented by an excellent wine list. The lively town of Clifden is only 2km away and Connemara National Park Kylemore Abbey and the Alcock and Brown landing site are all close by. The Connemara Golf Links are considered among the best in Europe. Sea angling and horse riding can be arranged by the hotel. French German and Dutch spoken. RAC 3 Dining Seals AA 3 Rosettes Restaurant Awards Bridgestone Jameson Guide and Fodors recommended.

Carna Bay Hotel

Located amidst the wild splendour of Connemara beside the sea Carna Bay Hotel is the perfect base whether you want a relaxing break or active holiday.Enjoy our miles of clean sandy beaches and clear blue sea or trek the Western Way and enjoy local walking tours. Play golf at one of our nearby courses or take a bicycle tour of the local area explore all the lanes and discover out of the way beaches and unspoilt scenery. Most of the rooms have scenic views and our restaurant offers A la Carte or Table d'hote menus with childrens special menus provided if required.

Ballynahinch Castle

The tradition of hospitality at Ballynahinch Castle has long and strong foundations. The manor castle dates from the 18th century upgraded in recent times to meet the needs of today s informal but discerning client le. Beautiful rooms including the luxury Riverside wing are tastefully and individually furnished. Many have special features such as 4 poster beds walk through wardrobes and all enjoy excellent views of the river mountains or both. In casual country elegance a superb restaurant fed by fresh home produce and locally caught fish is complimented by an attractive old world bar and open log fires. With 350 acres of exceptionally beautiful wooded grounds and walks fishing rights on our own salmon river and lakes 13 000 acres of prime woodcock shoot tennis and cycling the castle offers all the attractions of a large private estate. A championship golf course sea fishing and horse riding are all within easy reach. Ballynahinch the jewel in the crown of Connemara encompasses late 20th century comforts in a setting untouched by time. Two AA Rosettes. Recommended by Bridgestones Jameson Guide Karen Brown and Fodors.

Lough Inagh Lodge Hotel

Picture a deep quiet valley. A lake at your feet a mountain behind you a welcome ahead of you. The Lough Inagh Lodge is set snugly in the aptly named Recess of Connemara. By no means a small house Lough Inagh Lodge is yet dwarfed by the magnificent scale of the landscape. It's a charming country retreat with 12 tastefully appointed rooms 5 of them furnished to deluxe standards. Originally a fishing lodge of the Berridge family the hotel echoes that tradition in superb menus based on Connemara lamb fish and seafood and other local produce. In addition to fishing activities include pony trekking hill climbing and walking the hotel provides an excellent guide book of recommended walks. If golf or sea sports are your abiding pleasure they are within easy driving distance. A day spent in the bracing Connemara air is the perfect prelude to the pleasures of Lough Inagh's excellent table relaxing bar sitting room and its cosy library honouring many of Ireland's most famous literary figures. Lough Inagh peace it's a way of life. AA three star with two Rosettes for Cuisine.