Abbeyglen Castle Hotel

Hotels
9.1 (714 reviews)
Sky Road , Clifden , ie

Free

Facilities

Health or beauty spa nearby
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Facilities for disabled guests
Massage services
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Luxurious stay
Exceptional food
Cons:
Shower head issues
Card only payment

Categories

Cleanliness
8.93
Rooms were described as spacious and spotless.
Service
9.4
Staff were lovely and went out of their way to ensure comfort.
Location
8.94
Great location with beautiful views.
Room Quality
9.39
Luxurious and comfortable rooms with thoughtful touches.
Amenities
8.42
Standard amenities for this hotel tier, includes great entertainment.
Value for Money
8.88
Perceived as luxurious and worth the cost.
Food and Beverage
9.43
Exceptional meals with delightful breakfast options.
Overall Experience
9.4
A memorable and magical experience, felt cherished.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-06 12:12

Property Description

Historic Charm and Modern Luxury

Luxurious Amenities: Enjoy tennis courts, a spa bath, and breathtaking views at Abbeyglen Castle Hotel. Indulge in the new beauty and relaxation center, and make use of the various indoor and outdoor facilities for a truly relaxing stay.

Elegant Accommodations: Unwind in spacious rooms equipped with a TV, DVD player, and complimentary Wi-Fi.

Culinary Delights: Delight your taste buds at the AA Rosette restaurant offering delectable international cuisine. Relax in the inviting lounge areas while taking in the serene surroundings.

Experience the perfect blend of history and comfort at Abbeyglen Castle Hotel. Book now for an unforgettable Connemara getaway.

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: GWY

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children are not allowed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.1
Based on 714 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.93
Service: 9.4
Location: 8.94
Room Quality: 9.39
Amenities: 8.42
Value for Money: 8.88
Food and Beverage: 9.43
Overall Experience: 9.4
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James couple us
10
Special place!
Pros:

It was unique in its architecture and decor . A warm cozy
feel . Beautiful grounds . We had enjoyable dining evening with great food to a birthday celebration. And we had fun afterwards in the pub.

2026-06-18 via Nuitee
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Angela couple ie
9
2026-06-15 via Nuitee
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Jack couple ie
10
2026-06-13 via Nuitee
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David couple ie
7
2026-06-09 via Nuitee
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Christopher extended_group us
8
2026-06-08 via Nuitee
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Colm couple ie
10
Excellent
Pros:

Everything

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-05 via Nuitee
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Darren couple ie
8
2026-06-05 via Nuitee
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Helle couple dk
7
Finurligt ophold - men jeg ville gøre det igen 😆
Pros:

Fantastisk stemning og vidunderlig aften med musik og sang.

2026-06-02 via Nuitee
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davebS4512ZO Couples
8
Great experience!
Pros:

We wanted to spend a night in a castle in Ireland (doesn’t everyone?) and had done a lot of research. Many castles were very high priced, others were already reserved many months out, or not on our itinerary. The AbbeyGlen is only 200 years old and built by an industrialist. It does possess the requisite stone and woodwork to make for a unique stay. We really did enjoy this out of the norm experience. On the lower end, a small room complete with prosecco toast, gourmet (subjective) dinner, and breakfast was €400.

One negative was the arrival of a Trafalgar Tour bus spilling 50 individuals into our idyll. I know, who am I to complain…

The second negative was that it had been a sunny day and our room was very hot/stuffy and remained so for the night. Windows in heavy wood frames wouldn’t open, sign in room said, “don’t try” we asked staff and was told no and no fans. Next morning complained and different staff showed how to open the window. So we sweltered a bit. Small matter. The world turned and the adventure continued. But, we would ask the management to please clarify this for future guests. It’s okay to be hot, but to find out later that you didn’t need to… So, 4 out of 5 stars. Still a very unique and enjoyable experience.

Otherwise, all staff really worked hard, particularly to ensure that everyone in the dining room (especially us in two tops on the perimeter around big tour group tables) were given equal attention - Big Thanks.

2026-06-01 via Tripadvisor
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Judy couple us
9
Nice stay in an old house now used as a hotel. Excellent breakfast and comfortable rooms.
Pros:

Large room. Large bath. Nice public spaces. Close to but out of town. Friendly proprietor. Excellent breakfast.

2026-06-01 via Nuitee
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Cathrine couple au
10
Pros:

Loved the 1800, meet and greet session

Cons:

Loved it all

2026-05-30 via Nuitee
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doorcountytraveler20 Family Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin
10
A must stay for adults
Pros:

A delightful experience with wonderful employees. Parking is just a few yards away, with a doorman on hand to help. Ronan Hughes gave us a delightful background story of the castle while we sipped complimentary bubbly. He made it his job to know your name and greeted you the next morning at breakfast...by name! The food was delicious. Rooms were clean and comfortable. The area is quiet and beautiful. A special place for adults to relax and enjoy.

2026-05-28 via Tripadvisor
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Esther couple us
10
Fantastic. Would repeat.
Pros:

The proprietor was a delight and the property incredibly relaxing. Breakfast was traditional and delicious.

Cons:

Nothing.

2026-05-26 via Nuitee
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Jörg couple ch
10
Tolle Schlossatmosphäre, supernettes Personal
Pros:

Sehr schöne Lage, eindrückliches Haus, saubere Zimmer, sehr nette Gastgeber - Gratis-Aperitiv mit witzigen Ausführungen zu Schloss und Umgebung.

2026-05-26 via Nuitee
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Stark solo_traveller us
10
Pros:

Everything was beyond our expectations. And the bonus of a great walk to take.

2026-05-24 via Nuitee
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natalieh2006 Solo travel Spring Hill, Tennessee
10
Lovely castle hotel in the heart of Connemara
Pros:

The best of the best. I highly recommend the Abbeyglen Castle Hotel. The positives are almost too much to list. From the ease of check in, the comfortable rooms, friendly staff, wonderful food, cozy amenities... this castle hotel exceeded my expectations. I will be staying here again!

2026-05-23 via Tripadvisor
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Marina family_with_children fr
10
Extraordinaire !
Pros:

Dès notre arrivée nous avons été enchantés par la beauté du château. Après avoir passé la porte nous avons été plongés dans une ambiance "so irish". Notre chambre était grande, bien équipée et très coocouning. Le plus spectaculaire aura été le discours de bienvenu du propriétaire du château. Une demi heure de plaisir accompagnée de champagne. Le petit déjeuner était très copieux et de très bonne qualité. Les équipes de serveurs ont été très sympathiques et attentives au point que, nous avons eu notre petit drapeau corse à notre table. L'emplacement du château est idéal, directement au départ de la Sky Road. Clifden qui est à 5min à pied de l'hôtel est très charmante. Vous y trouverez différents pubs avec de la musique traditionnelle . Pour terminer, un grand merci à Brian et Ronan, les propriétaires du château.

2026-05-21 via Nuitee
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Scott couple us
9
Quiet and cozy!
Pros:

The beds were comfy and room was spacious.

Cons:

It was clean and felt new.

2026-05-19 via Nuitee
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Sue couple gb
10
Fabulous plans
Pros:

Everything! Great food, fabulous service, friendly and helpful staff, wonderful location.

Cons:

N/a

2026-05-18 via Nuitee
Łukasz solo_traveller pl
8
Pros:

Super lokalizacja, ładny obiekt, muzyka na żywo wieczorem w barze. Przyjemne śniadanie, bardzo fajny pomysł z wprowadzeniem do historii obiektu i okolicy przy prosecco.

Cons:

Specyficzny klimat prawicowej arystokracji, budynkowi przydałoby się odświeżenie

2026-05-16 via Nuitee