The Tides Ballybunion
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US$232
/ night
About this property
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as wireless internet access (surcharge) and concierge services. This bed & breakfast also features barbecue grills and a reception hall.
Amenities
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as wireless internet access (surcharge) and concierge services. This bed & breakfast also features barbecue grills and a reception hall.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include a business center, express check-out, and dry cleaning/laundry services. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.
Dining
Take advantage of the bed & breakfast's room service (during limited hours). Full breakfasts are available daily from 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 7 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring kitchenettes. Your memory foam bed comes with Egyptian cotton sheets. Flat-screen televisions with satellite programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include safes and refrigerators, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Location
When you stay at The Tides B&B in Ballybunion, you'll be next to a golf course, within a 5-minute drive of Beal Castle and Ballybunion Castle. This golf bed & breakfast is 1.2 mi (2 km) from Men's Beach and 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Ballybunion Health & Leisure Centre.
What's nearby
Beal Castle(0.9 Miles)
Ladies Beach(1.3 Miles)
Ballybunion Castle(1.3 Miles)
Ballybunion Health & Leisure Centre(1.3 Miles)
Men's Beach(1.4 Miles)
Bromore Cliffs(2 Miles)
Ballybunion Golf Club(2.3 Miles)
Rattoo Round Tower(7.2 Miles)
Lartigue Monorail and Museum(8 Miles)
River Fort(8.6 Miles)
St John's Theatre and Arts Centre(8.7 Miles)
Seanchai - Kerry Literary and Cultural Centre(8.7 Miles)
Listowel Castle(8.7 Miles)
Listowel Golf Club(8.9 Miles)
St Mary's Church(8.9 Miles)
Killarney (KIR-Kerry)(30.9 Miles)
Shannon Airport (SNN)(63 Miles)
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Family room
Garden
Golf course (nearby)
Free parking
Location
the tides ballybunion, co kerry, Ballybunion, Ireland
Beal Castle (0.9 Miles)
Ladies Beach (1.3 Miles)
Ballybunion Castle (1.3 Miles)
Ballybunion Health & Leisure Centre (1.3 Miles)
Men's Beach (1.4 Miles)
Bromore Cliffs (2 Miles)
Guest reviews
9.7
Exceptional
Based on 192 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
1%
Couple
44%
Family
26%
Group
23%
Solo
3%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
Across reviews of The Tides Ballybunion, guests highlight spotless, spacious rooms, a tasty, varied breakfast, easy parking, quiet nights, and a convenient base for Ballybunion’s town, beaches, and golf along the coast.
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What guests think
Across reviews of The Tides Ballybunion, guests highlight spotless, spacious rooms, a tasty, varied breakfast, easy parking, quiet nights, and a convenient base for Ballybunion’s town, beaches, and golf along the coast.
Many describe comfortable beds, updated bathrooms, and strong showers. Service consistently impresses, with friendly, proactive hosts offering local tips, transport help, and thoughtful gestures. A few note downsides such as value for money, slow heating or hot water, limited TV channels, and breakfast timing not suiting early departures. Expect a warmly run, immaculate B&B ideal for exploring Ballybunion.
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Facilities
Guests repeatedly note convenient on-site parking and a well-kept property. Not many other facilities are discussed in the reviews.
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10
Gerald
23 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
How do I even begin to say how amazing the experience was to stay at The Tides. Our original plans for another B&B were cancelled by mistake and we were stuck without a place to stay shortly before dinner. When we did some research we discovered The Tides. AND WOW WHAT A COMPLETE JOY! It’s better than we could have imagined. From the moment we walked into meet it hosts and saw their beautiful home, to great advice to where we could fine, to the amazing accommodations and the breakfast of Irish perfection—wow! (we felt like it was the way traveling used to be…no hotel or hurried attitudes—-only being with real people who wanted to take care of us). It was by accident we found The Tides, but it will be on purpose that we want to return and tell everyone how worth Ballybunion is because The Tides made us feel welcomed and rested and fed with the best Ireland could offer! Thank you Doreen & David and to Expedia for offering The Tides!
How do I even begin to say how amazing the experience was to stay at The Tides. Our original plans for another B&B were cancelled by mistake and we were stuck without a place to stay shortly before dinner. When we did some research we discovered The Tides. AND WOW WHAT A COMPLETE JOY! It’s better than we could have imagined. From the moment we walked into meet it hosts and saw their beautiful home, to great advice to where we could fine, to the amazing accommodations and the breakfast of Irish perfection—wow! (we felt like it was the way traveling used to be…no hotel or hurried attitudes—-only being with real people who wanted to take care of us). It was by accident we found The Tides, but it will be on purpose that we want to return and tell everyone how worth Ballybunion is because The Tides made us feel welcomed and rested and fed with the best Ireland could offer! Thank you Doreen & David and to Expedia for offering The Tides!
10
Kristin
18 Sept 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful and immaculate home and grounds. The proprietor was friendly and welcoming, gave us maps and info about where to eat, etc. Large, comfortable room with a lovely bathroom.
Beautiful and immaculate home and grounds. The proprietor was friendly and welcoming, gave us maps and info about where to eat, etc. Large, comfortable room with a lovely bathroom.
10
Bradley
27 Jun 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Doreen (chef) and David (host) (specific to our experience) are first class. The entire b&b is exceptionally clean and well laid out. They are very professional while also being genuinely welcoming and hospitable, as desired from a b&b. Plenty of parking and easily walkable to the ocean/town. If you’re a golfer, you’re in for a treat with David, he knows his links to say the least.
Doreen (chef) and David (host) (specific to our experience) are first class. The entire b&b is exceptionally clean and well laid out. They are very professional while also being genuinely welcoming and hospitable, as desired from a b&b. Plenty of parking and easily walkable to the ocean/town. If you’re a golfer, you’re in for a treat with David, he knows his links to say the least.
6
Yvonne A.
14 Sept 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Wir wurden von unserem Host sehr freundlich und hilfsbereit empfangen. Das Haus und die Zimmer waren sauber, Parkplätze gibt es direkt vor dem Haus. Leider stimmt das Preis-Leistungs-Verhältnis für uns nicht. Wir haben oft gefroren und mussten den Host mehrmals darum bitten, die Heizung einzuschalten. Im Badezimmer war ein „Water Saver“ am Wasserhahn installiert, wodurch wir jeweils rund drei Minuten warten mussten, bis endlich Warmwasser kam. Zudem hatten wir ein Zimmer mit „Meerblick und Blick auf den Golfplatz“ gebucht – tatsächlich liegt der Golfplatz oder das Meer jedoch mehrere Kilometer entfernt, was enttäuschend war. Auch die Fernsehsender beschränkten sich ausschließlich auf lokale irische Programme. Auch wenn der Gastgeber sehr bemüht ist, können wir keine Höchstbewertung vergeben. Im Vergleich zu anderen Unterkünften unserer Reise war es deutlich teurer, ohne dass der Komfort oder die Ausstattung entsprechend überzeugt hätten.
Wir wurden von unserem Host sehr freundlich und hilfsbereit empfangen. Das Haus und die Zimmer waren sauber, Parkplätze gibt es direkt vor dem Haus. Leider stimmt das Preis-Leistungs-Verhältnis für uns nicht. Wir haben oft gefroren und mussten den Host mehrmals darum bitten, die Heizung einzuschalten. Im Badezimmer war ein „Water Saver“ am Wasserhahn installiert, wodurch wir jeweils rund drei Minuten warten mussten, bis endlich Warmwasser kam. Zudem hatten wir ein Zimmer mit „Meerblick und Blick auf den Golfplatz“ gebucht – tatsächlich liegt der Golfplatz oder das Meer jedoch mehrere Kilometer entfernt, was enttäuschend war. Auch die Fernsehsender beschränkten sich ausschließlich auf lokale irische Programme. Auch wenn der Gastgeber sehr bemüht ist, können wir keine Höchstbewertung vergeben. Im Vergleich zu anderen Unterkünften unserer Reise war es deutlich teurer, ohne dass der Komfort oder die Ausstattung entsprechend überzeugt hätten.
10
Daniel
1 Oct 2024
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Stayed 1 night
It’s a beautiful b&b. The proprietor was very welcoming when we arrived. The room was awesome. The property was very well kept. The dining room is a wall of windows and the food was delicious! I highly recommend staying here. 👍👍
It’s a beautiful b&b. The proprietor was very welcoming when we arrived. The room was awesome. The property was very well kept. The dining room is a wall of windows and the food was delicious! I highly recommend staying here. 👍👍
10
Gordon
20 May 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
David and his wife accommodated our early check and were very welcoming. Excellent facility and room. Very nice.
David and his wife accommodated our early check and were very welcoming. Excellent facility and room. Very nice.
10
Laura
31 May 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Warm and helpful staff and beautiful spacious and clean rooms. Close to the town which has amazing beach and coast
Warm and helpful staff and beautiful spacious and clean rooms. Close to the town which has amazing beach and coast
10
Marion
30 Mar 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent hotel and a quiet nights sleep Perfect
Excellent hotel and a quiet nights sleep Perfect
10
Heather
1 Oct 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Owner was a gracious and humorous host. Room was spacious, comfortable, and spotless. Breakfast was delicious. Easy access to Ballybunion golf and other sights. Good, safe parking. Anybody whoever gave this property a bad review must have real mental issues - and I’m a trained therapist, so I can professionally make that diagnosis! Stay at The Tides B & B - it’s terrific!
Owner was a gracious and humorous host. Room was spacious, comfortable, and spotless. Breakfast was delicious. Easy access to Ballybunion golf and other sights. Good, safe parking. Anybody whoever gave this property a bad review must have real mental issues - and I’m a trained therapist, so I can professionally make that diagnosis! Stay at The Tides B & B - it’s terrific!
10
John
20 Jun 2022
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Stayed 3 nights
Superb excellent service and facilities. Immaculately clean.
Superb excellent service and facilities. Immaculately clean.
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Cleanliness
Cleanliness is a standout: rooms and common areas are frequently described as spotless and immaculate. Housekeeping appears consistently strong.
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Ranulf Langlie
15 Jul 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Rent og pent, hyggelig vertsskap.
Rent og pent, hyggelig vertsskap.
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Kristin
18 Sept 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful and immaculate home and grounds. The proprietor was friendly and welcoming, gave us maps and info about where to eat, etc. Large, comfortable room with a lovely bathroom.
Beautiful and immaculate home and grounds. The proprietor was friendly and welcoming, gave us maps and info about where to eat, etc. Large, comfortable room with a lovely bathroom.
10
rosemary
11 Sept 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Felt at home from the minute we arrived although we didn’t have breakfast we were given cakes when we checked out and offered coffee👍 Room was very comfy spacious and Spotlessly clean David was a fabulous host recommended places to visit and eat which we tried and we’re not disappointed Would recommend coast coffee shop
Felt at home from the minute we arrived although we didn’t have breakfast we were given cakes when we checked out and offered coffee👍 Room was very comfy spacious and Spotlessly clean David was a fabulous host recommended places to visit and eat which we tried and we’re not disappointed Would recommend coast coffee shop
10
Kristine
6 Aug 2023
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Stayed 1 night
David and Doreen are wonderfully hospitable and the room was immaculate. Would absolutely recommend!
David and Doreen are wonderfully hospitable and the room was immaculate. Would absolutely recommend!
10
Amy
9 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Room was very spacious for a family of four. Beds were comfortable and room was clean - detailed clean. We chose the breakfast which was delicious and prepared hot with many options and a reasonable price. Excellent stay overall and would recommend this bed and breakfast to anyone.
Room was very spacious for a family of four. Beds were comfortable and room was clean - detailed clean. We chose the breakfast which was delicious and prepared hot with many options and a reasonable price. Excellent stay overall and would recommend this bed and breakfast to anyone.
10
Ruth
29 Jul 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
We stayed for 3 nights and were very well looked after. The room was spotlessly clean and the bed was very comfortable. David and Doreen did everything they could to make us feel welcome. A most enjoyable stay and we would recommend very highly.
We stayed for 3 nights and were very well looked after. The room was spotlessly clean and the bed was very comfortable. David and Doreen did everything they could to make us feel welcome. A most enjoyable stay and we would recommend very highly.
10
Jean
10 Sept 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Immaculate
Immaculate
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Laura
31 May 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Warm and helpful staff and beautiful spacious and clean rooms. Close to the town which has amazing beach and coast
Warm and helpful staff and beautiful spacious and clean rooms. Close to the town which has amazing beach and coast
10
John
20 Jun 2022
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Stayed 3 nights
Superb excellent service and facilities. Immaculately clean.
Superb excellent service and facilities. Immaculately clean.
10
Heidi
7 May 2024
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Stayed 1 night
My second stay here. One night (business trip). Beautifully presented accommodation and very welcoming, friendly staff. Breakfast was amazing too. Would highly recommend!
My second stay here. One night (business trip). Beautifully presented accommodation and very welcoming, friendly staff. Breakfast was amazing too. Would highly recommend!
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Rooms
Rooms are spacious, comfortable, and quiet, with updated bathrooms and powerful showers mentioned across multiple stays. Some isolated critiques cite temperature control, hot water delays, or pillow comfort.
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Kristin
18 Sept 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful and immaculate home and grounds. The proprietor was friendly and welcoming, gave us maps and info about where to eat, etc. Large, comfortable room with a lovely bathroom.
Beautiful and immaculate home and grounds. The proprietor was friendly and welcoming, gave us maps and info about where to eat, etc. Large, comfortable room with a lovely bathroom.
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Barbara
6 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The Tides B & B is a wonderful place to stay in Ballybunion. It is clean and quiet and the mattress, pillows, and blanket were perfect. The bathroom had a bathtub and a separate shower, all updated. The continental breakfast the next morning was absolutely amazing with many choices of breads, cereals, juices, coffee, etc. My husband elected to pay a bit more and got a serving of crepes which were delicious! I would recommend The Tides without hesitation.
The Tides B & B is a wonderful place to stay in Ballybunion. It is clean and quiet and the mattress, pillows, and blanket were perfect. The bathroom had a bathtub and a separate shower, all updated. The continental breakfast the next morning was absolutely amazing with many choices of breads, cereals, juices, coffee, etc. My husband elected to pay a bit more and got a serving of crepes which were delicious! I would recommend The Tides without hesitation.
10
Christopher
6 May 2024
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Everything was very easy and service was above and beyond. From the check-in process, to the beds, to the water pressure, and everything else was intentionally done well. I was very impressed and will return when I come back to Ballybunion.
Everything was very easy and service was above and beyond. From the check-in process, to the beds, to the water pressure, and everything else was intentionally done well. I was very impressed and will return when I come back to Ballybunion.
10
Amy
9 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Room was very spacious for a family of four. Beds were comfortable and room was clean - detailed clean. We chose the breakfast which was delicious and prepared hot with many options and a reasonable price. Excellent stay overall and would recommend this bed and breakfast to anyone.
Room was very spacious for a family of four. Beds were comfortable and room was clean - detailed clean. We chose the breakfast which was delicious and prepared hot with many options and a reasonable price. Excellent stay overall and would recommend this bed and breakfast to anyone.
10
Chris
24 May 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Outstanding stay! Property is comfortable and quiet. Room was large and well appointed for three golfers. The owner, David, was incredibly helpful and attentive. He arranged travel to and from downtown and golf during our three day stay — he actually drove us himself early one morning. We had also arranged for a car service to drive us from Ballybunion to Lahinch, but they showed up in a small vehicle and we had three set of golf clubs luggage. David solved our problem by quickly arranging a van, which met us on property within 20 mins. Life saver!! Can’t recommend the Tides more highly!
Outstanding stay! Property is comfortable and quiet. Room was large and well appointed for three golfers. The owner, David, was incredibly helpful and attentive. He arranged travel to and from downtown and golf during our three day stay — he actually drove us himself early one morning. We had also arranged for a car service to drive us from Ballybunion to Lahinch, but they showed up in a small vehicle and we had three set of golf clubs luggage. David solved our problem by quickly arranging a van, which met us on property within 20 mins. Life saver!! Can’t recommend the Tides more highly!
10
Shannon
19 Apr 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Great stay. Dave is wonderful. Very informative about the area. We stayed in a wonderful room with comfortable king bed and great views of the area. Shower was fantastic. Thanks to the cook for our tasty breakfast.
Great stay. Dave is wonderful. Very informative about the area. We stayed in a wonderful room with comfortable king bed and great views of the area. Shower was fantastic. Thanks to the cook for our tasty breakfast.
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Murray
4 May 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely property with great views and small amenities-towel warmer and iPhone plugins for example. Struggled to find it (my fault). An exterior sign would help. Pillow big but not comfy
Lovely property with great views and small amenities-towel warmer and iPhone plugins for example. Struggled to find it (my fault). An exterior sign would help. Pillow big but not comfy
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Yvonne A.
14 Sept 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Wir wurden von unserem Host sehr freundlich und hilfsbereit empfangen. Das Haus und die Zimmer waren sauber, Parkplätze gibt es direkt vor dem Haus. Leider stimmt das Preis-Leistungs-Verhältnis für uns nicht. Wir haben oft gefroren und mussten den Host mehrmals darum bitten, die Heizung einzuschalten. Im Badezimmer war ein „Water Saver“ am Wasserhahn installiert, wodurch wir jeweils rund drei Minuten warten mussten, bis endlich Warmwasser kam. Zudem hatten wir ein Zimmer mit „Meerblick und Blick auf den Golfplatz“ gebucht – tatsächlich liegt der Golfplatz oder das Meer jedoch mehrere Kilometer entfernt, was enttäuschend war. Auch die Fernsehsender beschränkten sich ausschließlich auf lokale irische Programme. Auch wenn der Gastgeber sehr bemüht ist, können wir keine Höchstbewertung vergeben. Im Vergleich zu anderen Unterkünften unserer Reise war es deutlich teurer, ohne dass der Komfort oder die Ausstattung entsprechend überzeugt hätten.
Wir wurden von unserem Host sehr freundlich und hilfsbereit empfangen. Das Haus und die Zimmer waren sauber, Parkplätze gibt es direkt vor dem Haus. Leider stimmt das Preis-Leistungs-Verhältnis für uns nicht. Wir haben oft gefroren und mussten den Host mehrmals darum bitten, die Heizung einzuschalten. Im Badezimmer war ein „Water Saver“ am Wasserhahn installiert, wodurch wir jeweils rund drei Minuten warten mussten, bis endlich Warmwasser kam. Zudem hatten wir ein Zimmer mit „Meerblick und Blick auf den Golfplatz“ gebucht – tatsächlich liegt der Golfplatz oder das Meer jedoch mehrere Kilometer entfernt, was enttäuschend war. Auch die Fernsehsender beschränkten sich ausschließlich auf lokale irische Programme. Auch wenn der Gastgeber sehr bemüht ist, können wir keine Höchstbewertung vergeben. Im Vergleich zu anderen Unterkünften unserer Reise war es deutlich teurer, ohne dass der Komfort oder die Ausstattung entsprechend überzeugt hätten.
10
Ruth
29 Jul 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
We stayed for 3 nights and were very well looked after. The room was spotlessly clean and the bed was very comfortable. David and Doreen did everything they could to make us feel welcome. A most enjoyable stay and we would recommend very highly.
We stayed for 3 nights and were very well looked after. The room was spotlessly clean and the bed was very comfortable. David and Doreen did everything they could to make us feel welcome. A most enjoyable stay and we would recommend very highly.
10
Marion
30 Mar 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent hotel and a quiet nights sleep Perfect
Excellent hotel and a quiet nights sleep Perfect
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Service
Service draws frequent praise for warm, proactive hospitality, useful local advice, and help with logistics like transport or early check-in. Some guests mention thoughtful extras such as arranging a birthday cake.
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Dan
20 May 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The owners went out of their way to order and pickup a birthday cake for my husband and have it waiting in our room when we arrived. They are extremely pleasant and accommodating!We loved our room as well!
The owners went out of their way to order and pickup a birthday cake for my husband and have it waiting in our room when we arrived. They are extremely pleasant and accommodating!We loved our room as well!
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XAVIER
23 May 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Very friendly and helpful owner. Great stay.
Very friendly and helpful owner. Great stay.
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Chris
24 May 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Outstanding stay! Property is comfortable and quiet. Room was large and well appointed for three golfers. The owner, David, was incredibly helpful and attentive. He arranged travel to and from downtown and golf during our three day stay — he actually drove us himself early one morning. We had also arranged for a car service to drive us from Ballybunion to Lahinch, but they showed up in a small vehicle and we had three set of golf clubs luggage. David solved our problem by quickly arranging a van, which met us on property within 20 mins. Life saver!! Can’t recommend the Tides more highly!
Outstanding stay! Property is comfortable and quiet. Room was large and well appointed for three golfers. The owner, David, was incredibly helpful and attentive. He arranged travel to and from downtown and golf during our three day stay — he actually drove us himself early one morning. We had also arranged for a car service to drive us from Ballybunion to Lahinch, but they showed up in a small vehicle and we had three set of golf clubs luggage. David solved our problem by quickly arranging a van, which met us on property within 20 mins. Life saver!! Can’t recommend the Tides more highly!
10
Sandro
11 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
David hat uns empfangen und sogleich mit Tipps für das Abendessen und die Weiterreise versorgt. Frühstück genial! würde jederzeit wieder hier übernachten!
David hat uns empfangen und sogleich mit Tipps für das Abendessen und die Weiterreise versorgt. Frühstück genial! würde jederzeit wieder hier übernachten!
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Yvonne A.
14 Sept 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Wir wurden von unserem Host sehr freundlich und hilfsbereit empfangen. Das Haus und die Zimmer waren sauber, Parkplätze gibt es direkt vor dem Haus. Leider stimmt das Preis-Leistungs-Verhältnis für uns nicht. Wir haben oft gefroren und mussten den Host mehrmals darum bitten, die Heizung einzuschalten. Im Badezimmer war ein „Water Saver“ am Wasserhahn installiert, wodurch wir jeweils rund drei Minuten warten mussten, bis endlich Warmwasser kam. Zudem hatten wir ein Zimmer mit „Meerblick und Blick auf den Golfplatz“ gebucht – tatsächlich liegt der Golfplatz oder das Meer jedoch mehrere Kilometer entfernt, was enttäuschend war. Auch die Fernsehsender beschränkten sich ausschließlich auf lokale irische Programme. Auch wenn der Gastgeber sehr bemüht ist, können wir keine Höchstbewertung vergeben. Im Vergleich zu anderen Unterkünften unserer Reise war es deutlich teurer, ohne dass der Komfort oder die Ausstattung entsprechend überzeugt hätten.
Wir wurden von unserem Host sehr freundlich und hilfsbereit empfangen. Das Haus und die Zimmer waren sauber, Parkplätze gibt es direkt vor dem Haus. Leider stimmt das Preis-Leistungs-Verhältnis für uns nicht. Wir haben oft gefroren und mussten den Host mehrmals darum bitten, die Heizung einzuschalten. Im Badezimmer war ein „Water Saver“ am Wasserhahn installiert, wodurch wir jeweils rund drei Minuten warten mussten, bis endlich Warmwasser kam. Zudem hatten wir ein Zimmer mit „Meerblick und Blick auf den Golfplatz“ gebucht – tatsächlich liegt der Golfplatz oder das Meer jedoch mehrere Kilometer entfernt, was enttäuschend war. Auch die Fernsehsender beschränkten sich ausschließlich auf lokale irische Programme. Auch wenn der Gastgeber sehr bemüht ist, können wir keine Höchstbewertung vergeben. Im Vergleich zu anderen Unterkünften unserer Reise war es deutlich teurer, ohne dass der Komfort oder die Ausstattung entsprechend überzeugt hätten.
10
Gordon
20 May 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
David and his wife accommodated our early check and were very welcoming. Excellent facility and room. Very nice.
David and his wife accommodated our early check and were very welcoming. Excellent facility and room. Very nice.
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Michelle
21 Jun 2023
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Wonderful place with excellent hosts and a delicious breakfast. Very accommodating and helpful.
Wonderful place with excellent hosts and a delicious breakfast. Very accommodating and helpful.
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TJ
24 May 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Very personalized service. Great recommendations for things to do in the area. Would highly recommend supporting a small local business like The Tides!
Very personalized service. Great recommendations for things to do in the area. Would highly recommend supporting a small local business like The Tides!
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Darlene
27 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The proprietor was so nice and helpful. He gave great advice on local activities nearby. We loved our stay and wished would could have stayed longer. The breakfast was wonderful, the atrium was beautiful.
The proprietor was so nice and helpful. He gave great advice on local activities nearby. We loved our stay and wished would could have stayed longer. The breakfast was wonderful, the atrium was beautiful.
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Maribel
7 Sept 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Nice place to stay at in Ballybunion. Dave is super nice and has all the information you need to navigate around town.
Nice place to stay at in Ballybunion. Dave is super nice and has all the information you need to navigate around town.
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Location
Location is convenient for Ballybunion town, beaches, and the golf club, and is walkable for many.
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Bradley
27 Jun 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Doreen (chef) and David (host) (specific to our experience) are first class. The entire b&b is exceptionally clean and well laid out. They are very professional while also being genuinely welcoming and hospitable, as desired from a b&b. Plenty of parking and easily walkable to the ocean/town. If you’re a golfer, you’re in for a treat with David, he knows his links to say the least.
Doreen (chef) and David (host) (specific to our experience) are first class. The entire b&b is exceptionally clean and well laid out. They are very professional while also being genuinely welcoming and hospitable, as desired from a b&b. Plenty of parking and easily walkable to the ocean/town. If you’re a golfer, you’re in for a treat with David, he knows his links to say the least.
10
Carole
26 Aug 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Super service de notre hôte et à proximité du club de golf
Super service de notre hôte et à proximité du club de golf
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Chris
24 May 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Outstanding stay! Property is comfortable and quiet. Room was large and well appointed for three golfers. The owner, David, was incredibly helpful and attentive. He arranged travel to and from downtown and golf during our three day stay — he actually drove us himself early one morning. We had also arranged for a car service to drive us from Ballybunion to Lahinch, but they showed up in a small vehicle and we had three set of golf clubs luggage. David solved our problem by quickly arranging a van, which met us on property within 20 mins. Life saver!! Can’t recommend the Tides more highly!
Outstanding stay! Property is comfortable and quiet. Room was large and well appointed for three golfers. The owner, David, was incredibly helpful and attentive. He arranged travel to and from downtown and golf during our three day stay — he actually drove us himself early one morning. We had also arranged for a car service to drive us from Ballybunion to Lahinch, but they showed up in a small vehicle and we had three set of golf clubs luggage. David solved our problem by quickly arranging a van, which met us on property within 20 mins. Life saver!! Can’t recommend the Tides more highly!
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Shannon
19 Apr 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Great stay. Dave is wonderful. Very informative about the area. We stayed in a wonderful room with comfortable king bed and great views of the area. Shower was fantastic. Thanks to the cook for our tasty breakfast.
Great stay. Dave is wonderful. Very informative about the area. We stayed in a wonderful room with comfortable king bed and great views of the area. Shower was fantastic. Thanks to the cook for our tasty breakfast.
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Murray
4 May 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely property with great views and small amenities-towel warmer and iPhone plugins for example. Struggled to find it (my fault). An exterior sign would help. Pillow big but not comfy
Lovely property with great views and small amenities-towel warmer and iPhone plugins for example. Struggled to find it (my fault). An exterior sign would help. Pillow big but not comfy
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Yvonne A.
14 Sept 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Wir wurden von unserem Host sehr freundlich und hilfsbereit empfangen. Das Haus und die Zimmer waren sauber, Parkplätze gibt es direkt vor dem Haus. Leider stimmt das Preis-Leistungs-Verhältnis für uns nicht. Wir haben oft gefroren und mussten den Host mehrmals darum bitten, die Heizung einzuschalten. Im Badezimmer war ein „Water Saver“ am Wasserhahn installiert, wodurch wir jeweils rund drei Minuten warten mussten, bis endlich Warmwasser kam. Zudem hatten wir ein Zimmer mit „Meerblick und Blick auf den Golfplatz“ gebucht – tatsächlich liegt der Golfplatz oder das Meer jedoch mehrere Kilometer entfernt, was enttäuschend war. Auch die Fernsehsender beschränkten sich ausschließlich auf lokale irische Programme. Auch wenn der Gastgeber sehr bemüht ist, können wir keine Höchstbewertung vergeben. Im Vergleich zu anderen Unterkünften unserer Reise war es deutlich teurer, ohne dass der Komfort oder die Ausstattung entsprechend überzeugt hätten.
Wir wurden von unserem Host sehr freundlich und hilfsbereit empfangen. Das Haus und die Zimmer waren sauber, Parkplätze gibt es direkt vor dem Haus. Leider stimmt das Preis-Leistungs-Verhältnis für uns nicht. Wir haben oft gefroren und mussten den Host mehrmals darum bitten, die Heizung einzuschalten. Im Badezimmer war ein „Water Saver“ am Wasserhahn installiert, wodurch wir jeweils rund drei Minuten warten mussten, bis endlich Warmwasser kam. Zudem hatten wir ein Zimmer mit „Meerblick und Blick auf den Golfplatz“ gebucht – tatsächlich liegt der Golfplatz oder das Meer jedoch mehrere Kilometer entfernt, was enttäuschend war. Auch die Fernsehsender beschränkten sich ausschließlich auf lokale irische Programme. Auch wenn der Gastgeber sehr bemüht ist, können wir keine Höchstbewertung vergeben. Im Vergleich zu anderen Unterkünften unserer Reise war es deutlich teurer, ohne dass der Komfort oder die Ausstattung entsprechend überzeugt hätten.
10
Laura
31 May 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Warm and helpful staff and beautiful spacious and clean rooms. Close to the town which has amazing beach and coast
Warm and helpful staff and beautiful spacious and clean rooms. Close to the town which has amazing beach and coast
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Heather
1 Oct 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Owner was a gracious and humorous host. Room was spacious, comfortable, and spotless. Breakfast was delicious. Easy access to Ballybunion golf and other sights. Good, safe parking. Anybody whoever gave this property a bad review must have real mental issues - and I’m a trained therapist, so I can professionally make that diagnosis! Stay at The Tides B & B - it’s terrific!
Owner was a gracious and humorous host. Room was spacious, comfortable, and spotless. Breakfast was delicious. Easy access to Ballybunion golf and other sights. Good, safe parking. Anybody whoever gave this property a bad review must have real mental issues - and I’m a trained therapist, so I can professionally make that diagnosis! Stay at The Tides B & B - it’s terrific!
10
Peter
28 Aug 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Due to a family bereavement they were unable to offer breakfast, but we had not booked breakfast anyway. Although we were there in late August the town was incredibly quiet. Most food and drink places were closed for the duration of our 3 night stay, for breakfast or dinner. But McMunns were open on our last night and we got a good dinner there.
Due to a family bereavement they were unable to offer breakfast, but we had not booked breakfast anyway. Although we were there in late August the town was incredibly quiet. Most food and drink places were closed for the duration of our 3 night stay, for breakfast or dinner. But McMunns were open on our last night and we got a good dinner there.
10
John
25 Sept 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Lovely B&B within walking distance of Ballybunion town. Clean and spacious. Nice breakfast. Helpful staff. Highly recommend.
Lovely B&B within walking distance of Ballybunion town. Clean and spacious. Nice breakfast. Helpful staff. Highly recommend.
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Dining
Breakfast is widely praised for quality, hot cooked options, and variety, with items like pancakes or crepes noted. Overall food experiences at the property are very positive.
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Gerald
23 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
How do I even begin to say how amazing the experience was to stay at The Tides. Our original plans for another B&B were cancelled by mistake and we were stuck without a place to stay shortly before dinner. When we did some research we discovered The Tides. AND WOW WHAT A COMPLETE JOY! It’s better than we could have imagined. From the moment we walked into meet it hosts and saw their beautiful home, to great advice to where we could fine, to the amazing accommodations and the breakfast of Irish perfection—wow! (we felt like it was the way traveling used to be…no hotel or hurried attitudes—-only being with real people who wanted to take care of us). It was by accident we found The Tides, but it will be on purpose that we want to return and tell everyone how worth Ballybunion is because The Tides made us feel welcomed and rested and fed with the best Ireland could offer! Thank you Doreen & David and to Expedia for offering The Tides!
How do I even begin to say how amazing the experience was to stay at The Tides. Our original plans for another B&B were cancelled by mistake and we were stuck without a place to stay shortly before dinner. When we did some research we discovered The Tides. AND WOW WHAT A COMPLETE JOY! It’s better than we could have imagined. From the moment we walked into meet it hosts and saw their beautiful home, to great advice to where we could fine, to the amazing accommodations and the breakfast of Irish perfection—wow! (we felt like it was the way traveling used to be…no hotel or hurried attitudes—-only being with real people who wanted to take care of us). It was by accident we found The Tides, but it will be on purpose that we want to return and tell everyone how worth Ballybunion is because The Tides made us feel welcomed and rested and fed with the best Ireland could offer! Thank you Doreen & David and to Expedia for offering The Tides!
10
Kevin
18 May 2025
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Stayed 1 night
First class property with excellent rooms and breakfast. Would highly recommend.
First class property with excellent rooms and breakfast. Would highly recommend.
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Barbara
6 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The Tides B & B is a wonderful place to stay in Ballybunion. It is clean and quiet and the mattress, pillows, and blanket were perfect. The bathroom had a bathtub and a separate shower, all updated. The continental breakfast the next morning was absolutely amazing with many choices of breads, cereals, juices, coffee, etc. My husband elected to pay a bit more and got a serving of crepes which were delicious! I would recommend The Tides without hesitation.
The Tides B & B is a wonderful place to stay in Ballybunion. It is clean and quiet and the mattress, pillows, and blanket were perfect. The bathroom had a bathtub and a separate shower, all updated. The continental breakfast the next morning was absolutely amazing with many choices of breads, cereals, juices, coffee, etc. My husband elected to pay a bit more and got a serving of crepes which were delicious! I would recommend The Tides without hesitation.
10
Amy
9 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Room was very spacious for a family of four. Beds were comfortable and room was clean - detailed clean. We chose the breakfast which was delicious and prepared hot with many options and a reasonable price. Excellent stay overall and would recommend this bed and breakfast to anyone.
Room was very spacious for a family of four. Beds were comfortable and room was clean - detailed clean. We chose the breakfast which was delicious and prepared hot with many options and a reasonable price. Excellent stay overall and would recommend this bed and breakfast to anyone.
10
Shannon
19 Apr 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Great stay. Dave is wonderful. Very informative about the area. We stayed in a wonderful room with comfortable king bed and great views of the area. Shower was fantastic. Thanks to the cook for our tasty breakfast.
Great stay. Dave is wonderful. Very informative about the area. We stayed in a wonderful room with comfortable king bed and great views of the area. Shower was fantastic. Thanks to the cook for our tasty breakfast.
10
Sandro
11 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
David hat uns empfangen und sogleich mit Tipps für das Abendessen und die Weiterreise versorgt. Frühstück genial! würde jederzeit wieder hier übernachten!
David hat uns empfangen und sogleich mit Tipps für das Abendessen und die Weiterreise versorgt. Frühstück genial! würde jederzeit wieder hier übernachten!
10
Michelle
21 Jun 2023
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Wonderful place with excellent hosts and a delicious breakfast. Very accommodating and helpful.
Wonderful place with excellent hosts and a delicious breakfast. Very accommodating and helpful.
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Peter
28 Aug 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Due to a family bereavement they were unable to offer breakfast, but we had not booked breakfast anyway. Although we were there in late August the town was incredibly quiet. Most food and drink places were closed for the duration of our 3 night stay, for breakfast or dinner. But McMunns were open on our last night and we got a good dinner there.
Due to a family bereavement they were unable to offer breakfast, but we had not booked breakfast anyway. Although we were there in late August the town was incredibly quiet. Most food and drink places were closed for the duration of our 3 night stay, for breakfast or dinner. But McMunns were open on our last night and we got a good dinner there.
10
Darlene
27 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The proprietor was so nice and helpful. He gave great advice on local activities nearby. We loved our stay and wished would could have stayed longer. The breakfast was wonderful, the atrium was beautiful.
The proprietor was so nice and helpful. He gave great advice on local activities nearby. We loved our stay and wished would could have stayed longer. The breakfast was wonderful, the atrium was beautiful.
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Heidi
7 May 2024
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Stayed 1 night
My second stay here. One night (business trip). Beautifully presented accommodation and very welcoming, friendly staff. Breakfast was amazing too. Would highly recommend!
My second stay here. One night (business trip). Beautifully presented accommodation and very welcoming, friendly staff. Breakfast was amazing too. Would highly recommend!
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10
Nathaniel and Ariel
22 Jul 2026
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Stayed 1 night
We loved our stay here at the tides. The room was small but comfortable and had so many nice touches. The bed and pillows were the best from our whole stay in Ireland. The shower pressure and flow were outstanding as well as the nice toiletries available. They had cold waters ready in a small fridge in the room as well as coffee. The breakfast and breakfast room were great too. Our host was friendly and helpful in making suggestions for our trip! The only thing we could have had was air conditioning, but this is not typically needed in Ireland. The windows open and there was a fan provided. Overall, a great place to stay!
We loved our stay here at the tides. The room was small but comfortable and had so many nice touches. The bed and pillows were the best from our whole stay in Ireland. The shower pressure and flow were outstanding as well as the nice toiletries available. They had cold waters ready in a small fridge in the room as well as coffee. The breakfast and breakfast room were great too. Our host was friendly and helpful in making suggestions for our trip! The only thing we could have had was air conditioning, but this is not typically needed in Ireland. The windows open and there was a fan provided. Overall, a great place to stay!
10
Michelle
21 Jun 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Amazing property and amazing hosts. The room was spacious and luxurious. Highly recommended.
Amazing property and amazing hosts. The room was spacious and luxurious. Highly recommended.
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Karen
13 Jun 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Very nice B&B, beds and linens were very comfortable, and the room was spacious and very nice for 3 people. We enjoyed our brief stay in Ballybunion.
Very nice B&B, beds and linens were very comfortable, and the room was spacious and very nice for 3 people. We enjoyed our brief stay in Ballybunion.
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Adrian
7 Jun 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Gorgeous, clean, immaculate overall
Gorgeous, clean, immaculate overall
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Ben
4 Jun 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Immaculately maintained property with incredibly kind and helpful owners. Would stay again for sure
Immaculately maintained property with incredibly kind and helpful owners. Would stay again for sure
FAQs about The Tides Ballybunion
Is parking available at the property?
Free self-parking is available on-site.
What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?
Full breakfasts are available daily from 8:30 AM to 10 AM for a fee of approximately EUR 10 for adults and children.
What are the standard check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM, and check-out is by 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, but additional charges may apply.
Are airport shuttle services available?
A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge of EUR 160 per vehicle and is available 24 hours. Guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel to arrange the transfer.
What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?
The property features step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities in public areas. Specific details about room accessibility are not provided.
What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?
The property is located next to a golf course, within a 5-minute drive of Beal Castle and Ballybunion Castle. It is approximately 1.2 miles from Men's Beach and 1.3 miles from Ballybunion Health & Leisure Centre.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
One child 2 years old or younger stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
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Prices in USD for 2 guests, updated daily.
- 2026-09-08: 247.5886959744873USD
- 2026-09-09: 250.91525593432615USD
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- 2026-09-16: 247.54867619348144USD
- 2026-09-17: 247.54867619348144USD
- 2026-09-18: 247.54867619348144USD
- 2026-09-19: 247.54867619348144USD
- 2026-09-20: 270.07311926293943USD
- 2026-09-21: 270.07311926293943USD
- 2026-09-22: 281.32032894104003USD
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- 2026-09-27: 270.3633070627441USD
- 2026-09-28: 247.8288501705322USD
- 2026-09-29: 247.8288501705322USD
- 2026-09-30: 249.77144300976562USD
- 2026-10-01: 247.8288501705322USD
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- 2026-10-06: 247.8288501705322USD
- 2026-10-07: 247.8288501705322USD
- 2026-10-08: 247.8288501705322USD
- 2026-10-09: 249.77144300976562USD
- 2026-10-10: 247.77945574694823USD
- 2026-10-11: 252.12930765820312USD
- 2026-10-12: 252.77873247180176USD
- 2026-10-13: 253.3624460123291USD
- 2026-10-14: 247.8288501705322USD
- 2026-10-15: 247.8288501705322USD
- 2026-10-16: 247.8288501705322USD
- 2026-10-17: 247.8288501705322USD
- 2026-10-18: 247.8288501705322USD
- 2026-10-19: 247.8288501705322USD
- 2026-10-20: 247.8288501705322USD
- 2026-10-21: 247.8288501705322USD
- 2026-10-22: 252.12930765820312USD
- 2026-10-23: 247.8288501705322USD
- 2026-10-24: 247.8288501705322USD
- 2026-10-25: 247.54867619348144USD
- 2026-10-26: 247.8288501705322USD
- 2026-10-27: 247.8288501705322USD
- 2026-10-28: 247.8288501705322USD
- 2026-10-29: 247.8288501705322USD
- 2026-10-30: 281.63052663134766USD
- 2026-10-31: 247.8288501705322USD
- 2026-11-01: 249.77144300976562USD
- 2026-11-02: 247.8288501705322USD
- 2026-11-03: 247.8288501705322USD
- 2026-11-04: 249.77144300976562USD
- 2026-11-05: 247.8288501705322USD
- 2026-11-06: 247.8288501705322USD
- 2026-11-07: 247.8288501705322USD
- 2026-11-08: 247.8288501705322USD
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply). To arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. There is no front desk at this property. The host will greet guests on arrival. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 16 years old.
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
- Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
- This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
- One child 2 years old or younger stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
- Fee for full breakfast: approximately EUR 17 for adults and EUR 17 for children
- Airport shuttle fee: EUR 220 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 2)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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