Ballyliffin Lodge & Spa
US$143
/ night
Avg. for September
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US$143
/ night
Avg. for September
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at Ballyliffin Lodge & Spa average US$134 in the cheapest month (December) and US$170 in the most expensive month (August), based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | US$160 |
| February | US$135 |
| March | US$138 |
| April | US$140 |
| May | US$136 |
| June | US$138 |
| July | US$164 |
| August | US$170 |
| September | US$143 |
| October | US$145 |
| November | US$139 |
| December | US$134 |
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Most expensive: August (~US$170)
Cheapest: December (~US$134)
About this property
Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. If you're looking for recreational opportunities, you'll find a health club, an indoor pool, and a hot tub. This hotel also features complimentary wi...
Amenities
Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. If you're looking for recreational opportunities, you'll find a health club, an indoor pool, and a hot tub. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and an arcade/game room.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include a business center, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Planning an event in Ballyliffin? This hotel has 5382 square feet (500 square meters) of space consisting of a conference center and meeting rooms. Guests may use a roundtrip airport shuttle for a surcharge, and free self parking is available onsite.
Dining
Enjoy Irish cuisine at Jacks Bar and Restaurant, a bar/lounge where you can take in the garden view, or stay in and take advantage of the room service. Continental breakfasts are available daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.
Rooms
Stay in one of 40 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms feature showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.
Location
Located in Ballyliffin, Ballyliffin Lodge & Spa is by the ocean, a 4-minute drive from Ballyliffin Golf Course and 8 minutes from Glenevin Waterfall. This golf hotel is 4.1 mi (6.6 km) from Doagh Famine Village and 5.5 mi (8.8 km) from Carrickbrackey Castle.
What's nearby
Ballyliffin Golf Course(1.6 Miles)
Glenevin Waterfall(3 Miles)
Doagh Famine Village(4.1 Miles)
Carrickbrackey Castle(5.5 Miles)
Fort Dunree(9 Miles)
Star Amusements(12 Miles)
Buncrana Leisure Centre(12.3 Miles)
Drumlee Lough(12.4 Miles)
Buncrana Golf Club(12.5 Miles)
Buncrana Beach(13.1 Miles)
Five Fingers Strand(13.2 Miles)
Black Lough(13.6 Miles)
Lough Effish(14.3 Miles)
Lough Nastachan(14.8 Miles)
Malin Head(17.9 Miles)
Londonderry (LDY-City of Derry)(34.5 Miles)
Letterkenny (LTR-Letterkenny Airfield)(36.4 Miles)
Belfast International Airport (BFS)(83.9 Miles)
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Restaurant
Swimming pool
Babysitting/Child services
Room service
Dry cleaning
Location
Shore Road, Ballyliffin, Ireland
Ballyliffin Golf Course (1.6 Miles)
Glenevin Waterfall (3 Miles)
Doagh Famine Village (4.1 Miles)
Carrickbrackey Castle (5.5 Miles)
Fort Dunree (9 Miles)
Star Amusements (12 Miles)
Guest reviews
9
Superb
Based on 1,289 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
2%
Couple
49%
Family
30%
Group
16%
Solo
0%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
At Ballyliffin Lodge & Spa, travellers praise the scenic setting and sea views, the welcoming atmosphere, and especially the friendly, attentive staff, with many finding it a relaxing base for exploring Donegal and enjoying the on-site leisure amenities.
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What guests think
At Ballyliffin Lodge & Spa, travellers praise the scenic setting and sea views, the welcoming atmosphere, and especially the friendly, attentive staff, with many finding it a relaxing base for exploring Donegal and enjoying the on-site leisure amenities.
Rooms are generally spacious and comfortable, but several guests note dated decor and small TVs, and recurring noise from weddings or thin walls can disturb sleep. The pool, spa and leisure center are popular, though some report crowding, towel shortages, or tired areas, and spa treatments may require booking well in advance. Food and breakfast are often enjoyed, yet multiple reviews mention inconsistent quality or slow service, while others found the bar and restaurant very good. Overall, a comfortable base with strong leisure facilities, but be ready for possible event noise and uneven dining.
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Facilities
Many enjoyed the pool, spa and leisure facilities, and several liked the bar. At times areas felt crowded, towels were missing in the gym, and some noted tired or less clean spa spaces; treatments may require advance booking.
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Joanie
11 Jul 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Rooms were spotless. Lack of towels in the gym
Rooms were spotless. Lack of towels in the gym
8
Robert
4 Jul 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
This hotel is in a great location with wonderful views. It is family owned and has a warm and friendly ambience. The facilities are good overall, although some aspects are a little tired. The pool is pleasant. Breakfasts are excellent, and we also enjoyed the food from the bar menu. Staff are mist helpful.
This hotel is in a great location with wonderful views. It is family owned and has a warm and friendly ambience. The facilities are good overall, although some aspects are a little tired. The pool is pleasant. Breakfasts are excellent, and we also enjoyed the food from the bar menu. Staff are mist helpful.
6
Fiona
21 Feb 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Disappointing. The spa and changing rooms are very tired and dirty in places. The scum line around the jacuzzi was particularly bad. Food was ok. Staff in the restaurant were lovely. Doesn’t feel like a 4 star hotel
Disappointing. The spa and changing rooms are very tired and dirty in places. The scum line around the jacuzzi was particularly bad. Food was ok. Staff in the restaurant were lovely. Doesn’t feel like a 4 star hotel
10
Janet
13 Oct 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Incredibly relaxing stay, we loved the family feel of this hotel. Friendly and helpful staff, lovely pool
Incredibly relaxing stay, we loved the family feel of this hotel. Friendly and helpful staff, lovely pool
8
Rebecca
6 Jan 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Our balcony room was spacious, and the sea view was beautiful. The bed was very comfortable. The room is definitely dated (no smart TV, worn out materials, etc). The location is okay; there isn't much nearby and driving the narrow roads is a bit, precarious, though there is a waterfall and monestary ruin about 5 min drive away which is worth a visit. I appreciated the spacious bathroom. The spa was very nice, and our massages were great. Our room didn't have aircon, and it did get a little warm. We opened the slider door, and that was perfect, but without a screen we didn't feel comfortable leaving it open all night. I wasn't impressed by the restuarant. Nothing I had there was very good (I am being generous--it wasn't good at all), and they desperately need to put out water for easy access at breakfast (having to ask for it is a pain). It's a nice hotel, but it could be improved with updates.
Our balcony room was spacious, and the sea view was beautiful. The bed was very comfortable. The room is definitely dated (no smart TV, worn out materials, etc). The location is okay; there isn't much nearby and driving the narrow roads is a bit, precarious, though there is a waterfall and monestary ruin about 5 min drive away which is worth a visit. I appreciated the spacious bathroom. The spa was very nice, and our massages were great. Our room didn't have aircon, and it did get a little warm. We opened the slider door, and that was perfect, but without a screen we didn't feel comfortable leaving it open all night. I wasn't impressed by the restuarant. Nothing I had there was very good (I am being generous--it wasn't good at all), and they desperately need to put out water for easy access at breakfast (having to ask for it is a pain). It's a nice hotel, but it could be improved with updates.
8
Mareike
15 May 2024
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Stayed 1 night
+ Das Hotel hat eine schöne Lage, man blickt auf die Bucht von Ballyliffin + Personal an der Rezeption, im Restaurant & beim Frühstück sehr freundlich. + Parkplatz direkt vor dem Haus + Restaurant & Essen in der Bar waren sehr gut. Gute Auswahl & Preis-/Leistung. - Einrichtung wirklich sehr in die Jahre gekommen. Für den Preis haben wir definitiv in Irland schon besser gewohnt. - Zimmer hat am Anfang sehr unangenehm gerochen, wir mussten erstmal die Fenster öffnen, die allerdings nur halb geöffnet werden können. - Teppichboden fleckig - Zimmer war behindertengerecht, was wir nicht brauchten, allerdings war das Badezimmer sehr alt, die Fugen nicht wirklich sauber & die Lüftung war sehr laut. - Das "Leisure-Center" ist lediglich ein Schwimmbad mit einem kleinen Sauna-Bereich. War leider total überfüllt, als wir am Abend noch eine Runde schwimmen wollten. Für eine Nacht war es ok.
+ Das Hotel hat eine schöne Lage, man blickt auf die Bucht von Ballyliffin + Personal an der Rezeption, im Restaurant & beim Frühstück sehr freundlich. + Parkplatz direkt vor dem Haus + Restaurant & Essen in der Bar waren sehr gut. Gute Auswahl & Preis-/Leistung. - Einrichtung wirklich sehr in die Jahre gekommen. Für den Preis haben wir definitiv in Irland schon besser gewohnt. - Zimmer hat am Anfang sehr unangenehm gerochen, wir mussten erstmal die Fenster öffnen, die allerdings nur halb geöffnet werden können. - Teppichboden fleckig - Zimmer war behindertengerecht, was wir nicht brauchten, allerdings war das Badezimmer sehr alt, die Fugen nicht wirklich sauber & die Lüftung war sehr laut. - Das "Leisure-Center" ist lediglich ein Schwimmbad mit einem kleinen Sauna-Bereich. War leider total überfüllt, als wir am Abend noch eine Runde schwimmen wollten. Für eine Nacht war es ok.
10
David
13 Oct 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Rooms very clean. Enjoyed the spa & pool/sauna/steam room. Staff were very friendly and helpful.
Rooms very clean. Enjoyed the spa & pool/sauna/steam room. Staff were very friendly and helpful.
8
Richard
27 Oct 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
It was really lovely and the spa was excellent 👌
It was really lovely and the spa was excellent 👌
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Anne Marie
12 Feb 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful location. Enjoyed the spa facilities, clean comfortable room and very friendly staff. Will definitely be back.
Beautiful location. Enjoyed the spa facilities, clean comfortable room and very friendly staff. Will definitely be back.
10
Neal
23 Jul 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely clean and tidy hotel, staff very helpful, food excellent, pool area clean and tidy. Have already recommended to family and friends.
Lovely clean and tidy hotel, staff very helpful, food excellent, pool area clean and tidy. Have already recommended to family and friends.
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Cleanliness
Reviews largely describe the hotel and rooms as very clean, with several noting immaculate spaces. A few mention maintenance or cleanliness issues in bathrooms and the spa/changing areas.
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Fiona
21 Feb 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Disappointing. The spa and changing rooms are very tired and dirty in places. The scum line around the jacuzzi was particularly bad. Food was ok. Staff in the restaurant were lovely. Doesn’t feel like a 4 star hotel
Disappointing. The spa and changing rooms are very tired and dirty in places. The scum line around the jacuzzi was particularly bad. Food was ok. Staff in the restaurant were lovely. Doesn’t feel like a 4 star hotel
8
Liam
23 Nov 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Our stay was very nice the staff were brilliant, good food that evening and also breakfast and or room was clean, but a little dated for a 4☆ Hotel and a little noisy with the music from the function room. We would still recommend it for a stay in Donegal.
Our stay was very nice the staff were brilliant, good food that evening and also breakfast and or room was clean, but a little dated for a 4☆ Hotel and a little noisy with the music from the function room. We would still recommend it for a stay in Donegal.
8
Mareike
15 May 2024
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Stayed 1 night
+ Das Hotel hat eine schöne Lage, man blickt auf die Bucht von Ballyliffin + Personal an der Rezeption, im Restaurant & beim Frühstück sehr freundlich. + Parkplatz direkt vor dem Haus + Restaurant & Essen in der Bar waren sehr gut. Gute Auswahl & Preis-/Leistung. - Einrichtung wirklich sehr in die Jahre gekommen. Für den Preis haben wir definitiv in Irland schon besser gewohnt. - Zimmer hat am Anfang sehr unangenehm gerochen, wir mussten erstmal die Fenster öffnen, die allerdings nur halb geöffnet werden können. - Teppichboden fleckig - Zimmer war behindertengerecht, was wir nicht brauchten, allerdings war das Badezimmer sehr alt, die Fugen nicht wirklich sauber & die Lüftung war sehr laut. - Das "Leisure-Center" ist lediglich ein Schwimmbad mit einem kleinen Sauna-Bereich. War leider total überfüllt, als wir am Abend noch eine Runde schwimmen wollten. Für eine Nacht war es ok.
+ Das Hotel hat eine schöne Lage, man blickt auf die Bucht von Ballyliffin + Personal an der Rezeption, im Restaurant & beim Frühstück sehr freundlich. + Parkplatz direkt vor dem Haus + Restaurant & Essen in der Bar waren sehr gut. Gute Auswahl & Preis-/Leistung. - Einrichtung wirklich sehr in die Jahre gekommen. Für den Preis haben wir definitiv in Irland schon besser gewohnt. - Zimmer hat am Anfang sehr unangenehm gerochen, wir mussten erstmal die Fenster öffnen, die allerdings nur halb geöffnet werden können. - Teppichboden fleckig - Zimmer war behindertengerecht, was wir nicht brauchten, allerdings war das Badezimmer sehr alt, die Fugen nicht wirklich sauber & die Lüftung war sehr laut. - Das "Leisure-Center" ist lediglich ein Schwimmbad mit einem kleinen Sauna-Bereich. War leider total überfüllt, als wir am Abend noch eine Runde schwimmen wollten. Für eine Nacht war es ok.
10
David
13 Oct 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Rooms very clean. Enjoyed the spa & pool/sauna/steam room. Staff were very friendly and helpful.
Rooms very clean. Enjoyed the spa & pool/sauna/steam room. Staff were very friendly and helpful.
8
Kaitlin
7 Dec 2022
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Stayed 1 night
Spacious clean room and great irish breakfast.
Spacious clean room and great irish breakfast.
10
WG
11 Sept 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Excellent hotel. Thoroughly recommend it. Lovely spot, great value, good service and hotel very clean
Excellent hotel. Thoroughly recommend it. Lovely spot, great value, good service and hotel very clean
10
Felicia
2 Dec 2022
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Stayed 19,327 nights
My room was spacious and had a lovely terrace. The staff was very helpful and everything was well cared for and clean. I wish I had a chance to use the beautiful pool area. Maybe next time!
My room was spacious and had a lovely terrace. The staff was very helpful and everything was well cared for and clean. I wish I had a chance to use the beautiful pool area. Maybe next time!
10
Catherine
9 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
From the moment we arrived for our mum's 80th birthday party every thing was perfect. We were all looked after by the wonderful staff, can't wait to go back again. Rooms, food, gardens everywhere was immaculate.
From the moment we arrived for our mum's 80th birthday party every thing was perfect. We were all looked after by the wonderful staff, can't wait to go back again. Rooms, food, gardens everywhere was immaculate.
10
BRENDA
4 Sept 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Short stay was excellent. Staff were friendly informative and helpful. Room was exceptionally clean and food was lovely
Short stay was excellent. Staff were friendly informative and helpful. Room was exceptionally clean and food was lovely
10
Neal
23 Jul 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely clean and tidy hotel, staff very helpful, food excellent, pool area clean and tidy. Have already recommended to family and friends.
Lovely clean and tidy hotel, staff very helpful, food excellent, pool area clean and tidy. Have already recommended to family and friends.
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Rooms
Many find rooms spacious and comfortable. However, repeated feedback mentions dated decor and small TVs, and noise from weddings or thin walls affecting sleep in some rooms.
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Margaretta
6 Apr 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful hotel, views are amazing, only down side was the walls are to thin, we could hear everything from other rooms.
Beautiful hotel, views are amazing, only down side was the walls are to thin, we could hear everything from other rooms.
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Naruhiko
29 Jul 2023
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On the day of stay, they hosted wedding party, which i was notified by the message through expedia app in advance but i didnt notice. REGARDLESS, I didn't imagine the level of the noise and it continues until 2AM!!!! my room was shaking with the beats and shouts from the club party and it was NO WAY for me to sleep. Quality of sleep is extremely important when traveling particularly with jet lag. This experience at Ballylifin Lodge Hotel that ruined my trip was clearly not what i expected for 4-star hotel. I dont understand i had to pay the full price for this experience. Hotel could have done this differently; better communication with the detail (party until 2 am), limit the volume, allocate room away from the party room (if any room is better), limit the club party by midnight at the latest.
On the day of stay, they hosted wedding party, which i was notified by the message through expedia app in advance but i didnt notice. REGARDLESS, I didn't imagine the level of the noise and it continues until 2AM!!!! my room was shaking with the beats and shouts from the club party and it was NO WAY for me to sleep. Quality of sleep is extremely important when traveling particularly with jet lag. This experience at Ballylifin Lodge Hotel that ruined my trip was clearly not what i expected for 4-star hotel. I dont understand i had to pay the full price for this experience. Hotel could have done this differently; better communication with the detail (party until 2 am), limit the volume, allocate room away from the party room (if any room is better), limit the club party by midnight at the latest.
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David
30 Jan 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We had a 2 night stay in late January and thoroughly enjoyed our visit. Our superior room was warm, clean and very comfortable with excellent views across the bay. We dined both nights in Jack's bar and the food was delicious. Served hot with good portion sizes and a reasonably priced bottle of house wine. The bar staff were very attentive and efficient. A special mention to Helen who looked after us so well at breakfast time....such a lovely lady and a real asset to the hotel.
We had a 2 night stay in late January and thoroughly enjoyed our visit. Our superior room was warm, clean and very comfortable with excellent views across the bay. We dined both nights in Jack's bar and the food was delicious. Served hot with good portion sizes and a reasonably priced bottle of house wine. The bar staff were very attentive and efficient. A special mention to Helen who looked after us so well at breakfast time....such a lovely lady and a real asset to the hotel.
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Anne
10 Oct 2024
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Stayed 1 night
I liked the property but room could use with updating. TV’s were terrible and more like an old computer monitor. Staff person at checkin was not super helpful but other staff members were good. I would stay there again.
I liked the property but room could use with updating. TV’s were terrible and more like an old computer monitor. Staff person at checkin was not super helpful but other staff members were good. I would stay there again.
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Jackie
19 Aug 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The noise from wedding receptions on both nights of our stay did not match our need for a restful weekend.
The noise from wedding receptions on both nights of our stay did not match our need for a restful weekend.
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Patrick
14 Jan 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Stayed 2 nights (Fri & sat) on B & B. Got one of the back rooms looking into a field scatted with old PVC windows as a backdrop. Room very basic and quite cold with the heating controls needing constant attention. Small TV with very limited stations available contrary to what it states in the hotel room folder. The hotel is at best a 3* with pool facilities, again a limited selection of drinks available in the bar, thankfully Nancy’s Barn is close by for food
Stayed 2 nights (Fri & sat) on B & B. Got one of the back rooms looking into a field scatted with old PVC windows as a backdrop. Room very basic and quite cold with the heating controls needing constant attention. Small TV with very limited stations available contrary to what it states in the hotel room folder. The hotel is at best a 3* with pool facilities, again a limited selection of drinks available in the bar, thankfully Nancy’s Barn is close by for food
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Rebecca
6 Jan 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Our balcony room was spacious, and the sea view was beautiful. The bed was very comfortable. The room is definitely dated (no smart TV, worn out materials, etc). The location is okay; there isn't much nearby and driving the narrow roads is a bit, precarious, though there is a waterfall and monestary ruin about 5 min drive away which is worth a visit. I appreciated the spacious bathroom. The spa was very nice, and our massages were great. Our room didn't have aircon, and it did get a little warm. We opened the slider door, and that was perfect, but without a screen we didn't feel comfortable leaving it open all night. I wasn't impressed by the restuarant. Nothing I had there was very good (I am being generous--it wasn't good at all), and they desperately need to put out water for easy access at breakfast (having to ask for it is a pain). It's a nice hotel, but it could be improved with updates.
Our balcony room was spacious, and the sea view was beautiful. The bed was very comfortable. The room is definitely dated (no smart TV, worn out materials, etc). The location is okay; there isn't much nearby and driving the narrow roads is a bit, precarious, though there is a waterfall and monestary ruin about 5 min drive away which is worth a visit. I appreciated the spacious bathroom. The spa was very nice, and our massages were great. Our room didn't have aircon, and it did get a little warm. We opened the slider door, and that was perfect, but without a screen we didn't feel comfortable leaving it open all night. I wasn't impressed by the restuarant. Nothing I had there was very good (I am being generous--it wasn't good at all), and they desperately need to put out water for easy access at breakfast (having to ask for it is a pain). It's a nice hotel, but it could be improved with updates.
8
Liam
23 Nov 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Our stay was very nice the staff were brilliant, good food that evening and also breakfast and or room was clean, but a little dated for a 4☆ Hotel and a little noisy with the music from the function room. We would still recommend it for a stay in Donegal.
Our stay was very nice the staff were brilliant, good food that evening and also breakfast and or room was clean, but a little dated for a 4☆ Hotel and a little noisy with the music from the function room. We would still recommend it for a stay in Donegal.
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Patrick
15 Feb 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Nice hotel with the refurbished room, had a room with a balcony with lovely views,however the weather did not allow for much usage of the balcony. Food was good and drinks were reasonably priced compared with other hotels recently visited
Nice hotel with the refurbished room, had a room with a balcony with lovely views,however the weather did not allow for much usage of the balcony. Food was good and drinks were reasonably priced compared with other hotels recently visited
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Noel
9 Aug 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Room was very dated and tv was ancient, however great location.
Room was very dated and tv was ancient, however great location.
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Service
Service is widely praised as friendly, attentive and helpful across the hotel, including reception, bar and breakfast teams. A few guests reported slow breakfast service or unhelpful responses during busy event periods.
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Brenda
25 Jul 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Ballyliffin Lodge is a really lovely Hotel. We had stayed here before and would definitely recommend it. Staff are very helpful and friendly and breakfast was very tasty!
Ballyliffin Lodge is a really lovely Hotel. We had stayed here before and would definitely recommend it. Staff are very helpful and friendly and breakfast was very tasty!
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Roisin
7 Aug 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Very enjoyable stay, lovely friendly staff, beautiful food, great leisure centre, couldn’t be better
Very enjoyable stay, lovely friendly staff, beautiful food, great leisure centre, couldn’t be better
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Anne
10 Oct 2024
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Stayed 1 night
I liked the property but room could use with updating. TV’s were terrible and more like an old computer monitor. Staff person at checkin was not super helpful but other staff members were good. I would stay there again.
I liked the property but room could use with updating. TV’s were terrible and more like an old computer monitor. Staff person at checkin was not super helpful but other staff members were good. I would stay there again.
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Janet
13 Oct 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Incredibly relaxing stay, we loved the family feel of this hotel. Friendly and helpful staff, lovely pool
Incredibly relaxing stay, we loved the family feel of this hotel. Friendly and helpful staff, lovely pool
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Shelley
12 Apr 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great location with magnificent views and easy access to the area by car. Check in process effortless and rooms were very clean, well laid out with plenty of space and all the basic amenities. Unfortunately we did not get to use the spa and had hoped for a massage but you need to book well in advance. Convenient to have restaurant on site and breakfast included with portions ample. However we were a little disappointed with the service having to ask a number of times for items.
Great location with magnificent views and easy access to the area by car. Check in process effortless and rooms were very clean, well laid out with plenty of space and all the basic amenities. Unfortunately we did not get to use the spa and had hoped for a massage but you need to book well in advance. Convenient to have restaurant on site and breakfast included with portions ample. However we were a little disappointed with the service having to ask a number of times for items.
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Liam
23 Nov 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Our stay was very nice the staff were brilliant, good food that evening and also breakfast and or room was clean, but a little dated for a 4☆ Hotel and a little noisy with the music from the function room. We would still recommend it for a stay in Donegal.
Our stay was very nice the staff were brilliant, good food that evening and also breakfast and or room was clean, but a little dated for a 4☆ Hotel and a little noisy with the music from the function room. We would still recommend it for a stay in Donegal.
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David
13 Oct 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Rooms very clean. Enjoyed the spa & pool/sauna/steam room. Staff were very friendly and helpful.
Rooms very clean. Enjoyed the spa & pool/sauna/steam room. Staff were very friendly and helpful.
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Joseph
27 Jul 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The property is very nice, but their policies are not. Be very aware that this place does a lot of special events and when those special events take place, room guests are treated like second class citizens Noise till 1pm, no parking….I needed to park 1/4 mile away. The staff and manager could care less. I would never stay there again.
The property is very nice, but their policies are not. Be very aware that this place does a lot of special events and when those special events take place, room guests are treated like second class citizens Noise till 1pm, no parking….I needed to park 1/4 mile away. The staff and manager could care less. I would never stay there again.
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Judith
24 Jul 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Lovely hotel with beautiful views. The staff in the hotel were very friendly and attentive throughout our stay. Very good food and great service.
Lovely hotel with beautiful views. The staff in the hotel were very friendly and attentive throughout our stay. Very good food and great service.
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BRENDA
4 Sept 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Short stay was excellent. Staff were friendly informative and helpful. Room was exceptionally clean and food was lovely
Short stay was excellent. Staff were friendly informative and helpful. Room was exceptionally clean and food was lovely
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Location
Scenic setting with sea views and a convenient base for exploring north Donegal, golf, and nearby beaches. Some note limited amenities in the small village and the need to drive narrow local roads.
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Patrick
16 May 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
I go to Ballyliffin to play the great nearby 36 hole golf course. I’m sure there are other nature-oriented options (e.g. hiking around Malin Head and other beautiful areas). This hotel is a comfortable and convenient base for my purposes. The fitness center is a welcome amenity onsite. The staff is friendly and efficient.
I go to Ballyliffin to play the great nearby 36 hole golf course. I’m sure there are other nature-oriented options (e.g. hiking around Malin Head and other beautiful areas). This hotel is a comfortable and convenient base for my purposes. The fitness center is a welcome amenity onsite. The staff is friendly and efficient.
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Eileen
18 Apr 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Always enjoy our times at Ballyliffin Lodge, lovely location and friendly, helpful and very pleasant staff
Always enjoy our times at Ballyliffin Lodge, lovely location and friendly, helpful and very pleasant staff
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Robert
4 Jul 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
This hotel is in a great location with wonderful views. It is family owned and has a warm and friendly ambience. The facilities are good overall, although some aspects are a little tired. The pool is pleasant. Breakfasts are excellent, and we also enjoyed the food from the bar menu. Staff are mist helpful.
This hotel is in a great location with wonderful views. It is family owned and has a warm and friendly ambience. The facilities are good overall, although some aspects are a little tired. The pool is pleasant. Breakfasts are excellent, and we also enjoyed the food from the bar menu. Staff are mist helpful.
10
JAMES
25 Jun 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
The staff in this hotel are excellent . Very friendly and attentive .They made the holiday . Very good food and service . I will definitely be back . If you want a place to explore Donegal this hotel is in a perfect location .
The staff in this hotel are excellent . Very friendly and attentive .They made the holiday . Very good food and service . I will definitely be back . If you want a place to explore Donegal this hotel is in a perfect location .
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steve
18 Apr 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
great base for the north of Donegal, and a smashing hotel with good food and bar. not far from the beach
great base for the north of Donegal, and a smashing hotel with good food and bar. not far from the beach
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Rebecca
6 Jan 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Our balcony room was spacious, and the sea view was beautiful. The bed was very comfortable. The room is definitely dated (no smart TV, worn out materials, etc). The location is okay; there isn't much nearby and driving the narrow roads is a bit, precarious, though there is a waterfall and monestary ruin about 5 min drive away which is worth a visit. I appreciated the spacious bathroom. The spa was very nice, and our massages were great. Our room didn't have aircon, and it did get a little warm. We opened the slider door, and that was perfect, but without a screen we didn't feel comfortable leaving it open all night. I wasn't impressed by the restuarant. Nothing I had there was very good (I am being generous--it wasn't good at all), and they desperately need to put out water for easy access at breakfast (having to ask for it is a pain). It's a nice hotel, but it could be improved with updates.
Our balcony room was spacious, and the sea view was beautiful. The bed was very comfortable. The room is definitely dated (no smart TV, worn out materials, etc). The location is okay; there isn't much nearby and driving the narrow roads is a bit, precarious, though there is a waterfall and monestary ruin about 5 min drive away which is worth a visit. I appreciated the spacious bathroom. The spa was very nice, and our massages were great. Our room didn't have aircon, and it did get a little warm. We opened the slider door, and that was perfect, but without a screen we didn't feel comfortable leaving it open all night. I wasn't impressed by the restuarant. Nothing I had there was very good (I am being generous--it wasn't good at all), and they desperately need to put out water for easy access at breakfast (having to ask for it is a pain). It's a nice hotel, but it could be improved with updates.
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Shelley
12 Apr 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great location with magnificent views and easy access to the area by car. Check in process effortless and rooms were very clean, well laid out with plenty of space and all the basic amenities. Unfortunately we did not get to use the spa and had hoped for a massage but you need to book well in advance. Convenient to have restaurant on site and breakfast included with portions ample. However we were a little disappointed with the service having to ask a number of times for items.
Great location with magnificent views and easy access to the area by car. Check in process effortless and rooms were very clean, well laid out with plenty of space and all the basic amenities. Unfortunately we did not get to use the spa and had hoped for a massage but you need to book well in advance. Convenient to have restaurant on site and breakfast included with portions ample. However we were a little disappointed with the service having to ask a number of times for items.
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Mickey
22 Oct 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Love this place! Excellent location! Beautiful views. Great food and accommodations. Entire staff was friendly and courteous. Great access to points of interest in area. Highly recommended!
Love this place! Excellent location! Beautiful views. Great food and accommodations. Entire staff was friendly and courteous. Great access to points of interest in area. Highly recommended!
10
Keivan
21 Jun 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Lovely hotel with friendly atmosphere. Well recommended.
Lovely hotel with friendly atmosphere. Well recommended.
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Patrick
15 Feb 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Nice hotel with the refurbished room, had a room with a balcony with lovely views,however the weather did not allow for much usage of the balcony. Food was good and drinks were reasonably priced compared with other hotels recently visited
Nice hotel with the refurbished room, had a room with a balcony with lovely views,however the weather did not allow for much usage of the balcony. Food was good and drinks were reasonably priced compared with other hotels recently visited
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Dining
Many guests enjoyed tasty meals and breakfasts at the restaurant and bar. However, multiple reviews report inconsistent quality, limited drink selection, or slow/poor breakfast service.
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Brenda
25 Jul 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Ballyliffin Lodge is a really lovely Hotel. We had stayed here before and would definitely recommend it. Staff are very helpful and friendly and breakfast was very tasty!
Ballyliffin Lodge is a really lovely Hotel. We had stayed here before and would definitely recommend it. Staff are very helpful and friendly and breakfast was very tasty!
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Celestine
16 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Nice hotel food quality not great Breakfast terrible all dried up sitting for hours not refreshed poor quality for money Evening meal ordered from menu wasn't up to standard poor quality meat
Nice hotel food quality not great Breakfast terrible all dried up sitting for hours not refreshed poor quality for money Evening meal ordered from menu wasn't up to standard poor quality meat
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David
30 Jan 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We had a 2 night stay in late January and thoroughly enjoyed our visit. Our superior room was warm, clean and very comfortable with excellent views across the bay. We dined both nights in Jack's bar and the food was delicious. Served hot with good portion sizes and a reasonably priced bottle of house wine. The bar staff were very attentive and efficient. A special mention to Helen who looked after us so well at breakfast time....such a lovely lady and a real asset to the hotel.
We had a 2 night stay in late January and thoroughly enjoyed our visit. Our superior room was warm, clean and very comfortable with excellent views across the bay. We dined both nights in Jack's bar and the food was delicious. Served hot with good portion sizes and a reasonably priced bottle of house wine. The bar staff were very attentive and efficient. A special mention to Helen who looked after us so well at breakfast time....such a lovely lady and a real asset to the hotel.
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Gerard
7 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Wonderful place to stay & restaurant was fantastic Staff was wonderful. Scenic!
Wonderful place to stay & restaurant was fantastic Staff was wonderful. Scenic!
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Patrick
14 Jan 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Stayed 2 nights (Fri & sat) on B & B. Got one of the back rooms looking into a field scatted with old PVC windows as a backdrop. Room very basic and quite cold with the heating controls needing constant attention. Small TV with very limited stations available contrary to what it states in the hotel room folder. The hotel is at best a 3* with pool facilities, again a limited selection of drinks available in the bar, thankfully Nancy’s Barn is close by for food
Stayed 2 nights (Fri & sat) on B & B. Got one of the back rooms looking into a field scatted with old PVC windows as a backdrop. Room very basic and quite cold with the heating controls needing constant attention. Small TV with very limited stations available contrary to what it states in the hotel room folder. The hotel is at best a 3* with pool facilities, again a limited selection of drinks available in the bar, thankfully Nancy’s Barn is close by for food
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Rebecca
6 Jan 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Our balcony room was spacious, and the sea view was beautiful. The bed was very comfortable. The room is definitely dated (no smart TV, worn out materials, etc). The location is okay; there isn't much nearby and driving the narrow roads is a bit, precarious, though there is a waterfall and monestary ruin about 5 min drive away which is worth a visit. I appreciated the spacious bathroom. The spa was very nice, and our massages were great. Our room didn't have aircon, and it did get a little warm. We opened the slider door, and that was perfect, but without a screen we didn't feel comfortable leaving it open all night. I wasn't impressed by the restuarant. Nothing I had there was very good (I am being generous--it wasn't good at all), and they desperately need to put out water for easy access at breakfast (having to ask for it is a pain). It's a nice hotel, but it could be improved with updates.
Our balcony room was spacious, and the sea view was beautiful. The bed was very comfortable. The room is definitely dated (no smart TV, worn out materials, etc). The location is okay; there isn't much nearby and driving the narrow roads is a bit, precarious, though there is a waterfall and monestary ruin about 5 min drive away which is worth a visit. I appreciated the spacious bathroom. The spa was very nice, and our massages were great. Our room didn't have aircon, and it did get a little warm. We opened the slider door, and that was perfect, but without a screen we didn't feel comfortable leaving it open all night. I wasn't impressed by the restuarant. Nothing I had there was very good (I am being generous--it wasn't good at all), and they desperately need to put out water for easy access at breakfast (having to ask for it is a pain). It's a nice hotel, but it could be improved with updates.
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Shelley
12 Apr 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great location with magnificent views and easy access to the area by car. Check in process effortless and rooms were very clean, well laid out with plenty of space and all the basic amenities. Unfortunately we did not get to use the spa and had hoped for a massage but you need to book well in advance. Convenient to have restaurant on site and breakfast included with portions ample. However we were a little disappointed with the service having to ask a number of times for items.
Great location with magnificent views and easy access to the area by car. Check in process effortless and rooms were very clean, well laid out with plenty of space and all the basic amenities. Unfortunately we did not get to use the spa and had hoped for a massage but you need to book well in advance. Convenient to have restaurant on site and breakfast included with portions ample. However we were a little disappointed with the service having to ask a number of times for items.
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Liam
23 Nov 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Our stay was very nice the staff were brilliant, good food that evening and also breakfast and or room was clean, but a little dated for a 4☆ Hotel and a little noisy with the music from the function room. We would still recommend it for a stay in Donegal.
Our stay was very nice the staff were brilliant, good food that evening and also breakfast and or room was clean, but a little dated for a 4☆ Hotel and a little noisy with the music from the function room. We would still recommend it for a stay in Donegal.
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Jeremy
8 Jun 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Very good, clean , comfortable, great position, excellent Spa but food in Bar was poor. Carbonara very poor, not seasoned, poor quality of chicken and bacon. Left most of it. Not 4 star maybe 1/2 star. We had food in Nancy's Barn day two, what a difference.
Very good, clean , comfortable, great position, excellent Spa but food in Bar was poor. Carbonara very poor, not seasoned, poor quality of chicken and bacon. Left most of it. Not 4 star maybe 1/2 star. We had food in Nancy's Barn day two, what a difference.
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JULIE
9 Oct 2023
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Stayed 1 night
We received a friendly welcome on arrival. Room was spacious and cosy. Temperature in room can be adjusted easily by guests. Nice pool facilities. Dinner and breakfast was tasty. All in all a lovely place to stay.
We received a friendly welcome on arrival. Room was spacious and cosy. Temperature in room can be adjusted easily by guests. Nice pool facilities. Dinner and breakfast was tasty. All in all a lovely place to stay.
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Fiona
12 Jul 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Was attending wedding and couldn’t find fault at all Great food .great location got a last minute room and found it quite comfortable Breathtaking views this morning as weather was glorious
Was attending wedding and couldn’t find fault at all Great food .great location got a last minute room and found it quite comfortable Breathtaking views this morning as weather was glorious
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Tracey
27 Jun 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Was amazing clean and always someone to help
Was amazing clean and always someone to help
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Damian
15 Jun 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely hotel and helpful and very friendly staff. colm at breakfast was great. We have stayed before and never had any issues. Great hotel.
Lovely hotel and helpful and very friendly staff. colm at breakfast was great. We have stayed before and never had any issues. Great hotel.
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Wayne
28 May 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Everything & everyone in the hotel was excellent
Everything & everyone in the hotel was excellent
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Kathleen
23 May 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Fabulous stay! Definitely be back
Fabulous stay! Definitely be back
FAQs about Ballyliffin Lodge & Spa
Is parking available at the property?
Free self parking is available on-site, but guests must contact the property in advance to reserve parking.
What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?
Continental breakfasts are available daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee of approximately EUR 14 per person.
What are the standard check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM, and check-out is by 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, and additional charges may apply.
What accessibility features does the property offer for guests with disabilities?
The property features limited wheelchair accessibility, including elevators and step-free entrances. Some public areas and rooms are wheelchair accessible.
What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?
The property is located in Ballyliffin, just a 4-minute drive from Ballyliffin Golf Course and 8 minutes from Glenevin Waterfall. It is 4.1 miles from Doagh Famine Village and 5.5 miles from Carrickbrackey Castle.
Does the property have a swimming pool?
Yes, the property features an indoor pool and an outdoor heated pool. The pool is available for guests to enjoy during their stay.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Children are allowed at the property, and the minimum age for children to stay for free is not specified.
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Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 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
- Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
- This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash
- Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a first aid kit
- This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
- Fee for continental breakfast: approximately EUR 14 per person
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
Popular amenities
Parking
Restaurant
Swimming pool
Babysitting/Child services
Room service
Dry cleaning
General
Room service
Restaurant
Non-smoking rooms
Sauna
Hot tub/Jacuzzi
Steam room
Massage
Spa & wellness centre
Body treatments
Facial treatments
Picnic area/Tables
Packed lunches
Breakfast in the room
Vending machines
Family room
Beach Sun Loungers
Snack Bar/Deli
Wheelchair Accessible (Limited)
Services
Dry cleaning
Babysitting/Child services
Housekeeping
Banquet facilities
Currency exchange
Luggage storage
Designated smoking area
Self laundry
24-Hour Front Desk
Concierge Services
Lockers Available
Activities
Swimming pool
Garden
Golf course (nearby)
Beach (nearby)
Scuba diving
Windsurfing
Cycling
Fishing
Horse riding
Playground
Canoeing
Hiking
Child pool
Pool indoor
Outdoor heated pool
Live music
Evening Entertainment
Pool (Indoor)
Outdoor Furniture
Terrace
Fitness Center (nearby)
Parking
Parking
Free parking
Parking (Limited)
Parking Onsite
Internet
Free wi-fi