Gougane Barra Hotel

Hotels
9.4 (328 reviews)
Gougane Barra , Ballingeary , ie

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Family rooms
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Facilities for disabled guests
Ironing service
Packed lunches
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent service
Beautiful location
Fantastic food
Cons:
Room temperature could be improved

Categories

Cleanliness
9.15
Rooms were clean and tidy with stunning views.
Service
9.65
Staff are friendly, helpful, and attentive.
Location
9.55
Exceptional lakeside location with beautiful views.
Room Quality
9.45
Amazing rooms with beautiful decor and views.
Amenities
9.15
Well-equipped bar and lovely sitting areas.
Value for Money
9.25
Great value considering the high quality of service and experience.
Food and Beverage
9.55
Delicious food with local ingredients, highly praised.
Overall Experience
9.45
Absolutely outstanding experience, highly recommended.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 15:08

Property Description

Scenic Lakeside Retreat
Situated in the West Cork Mountains, Gougane Barra Hotel offers picturesque views of the lake and mountains from its cozy rooms.

Culinary Delights
Indulge in delicious home-baked treats and locally sourced cuisine at the hotel's restaurant, showcasing the flavors of the region.

Outdoor Adventures
Explore the surrounding forest trails with complimentary rowing boats and bikes, or visit the historic St Finbarr’s Well and Monastery on the lake island.

Experience tranquility and nature at its finest at Gougane Barra Hotel - book your stay now for a memorable getaway.

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

Property Policies

  • Parking

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

  • Internet

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

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 1 year old stay for € 6.50 per person per night when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 11 years old stay for € 6.50 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.4
Based on 328 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.15
Service: 9.65
Location: 9.55
Room Quality: 9.45
Amenities: 9.15
Value for Money: 9.25
Food and Beverage: 9.55
Overall Experience: 9.45
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Siobhan • couple • fr
10
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Catherine • couple • ie
8
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Audra • extended_group • us
10
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Frank • couple • ie
10
Pros:

Great food

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Kerrie • couple • ie
7
2025-12-09 • via Nuitee
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José Luis • couple • ie
10
2025-11-09 • via Nuitee
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Cathy • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

The hotel has a really cosy atmosphere and I loved all the artwork. Wonderful view from the room. Food is excellent and everyone very helpful. Would highly recommend a visit.

2025-11-04 • via Nuitee
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Robert • couple • ie
10
Pros:

Everything was commendable.The location, the owners and their wonderful young staff were the stars of the show!

Cons:

Nothing.

2025-11-02 • via Nuitee
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Aifric • solo_traveller • ie
10
Óstán den scoth
Pros:

Absolutely outstanding experience from start to finish. I think it is the best hotel experience I've ever had. Stunning location, exceptional hospitality and warmth and delicious food. There was a real opportunity to embrace using and hearing the Irish language also as an Irish language course was taking place at the hotel at the same time as my stay. The other guests were also really convivial.

Cons:

N/A

2025-11-02 • via Nuitee
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Maura • couple • ie
10
Pros:

The location was perfection. The breakfast was great.

Cons:

Nothing

2025-10-25 • via Nuitee
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Barbara • solo_traveller • us
10
A must stay in thei beautiful hotel.
Pros:

This hotel is family owned and the owners are there making sure all your needs are met. The room was amazing with a view of the lake and the church. The food was delicious and so well presented. The bar had everything you desired and beautiful sitting rooms to talk, read or just relax. The staff was all amazing! I would give it a 100%
Also very nice trails to hike.

Cons:

Nothing

2025-10-18 • via Nuitee
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John • couple • ie
10
Lovely stay . Staff and management exceptional. Food excellent.
Pros:

Beautiful old building decorated with care

Cons:

N/a

2025-10-16 • via Nuitee
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Rebecca • couple • ie
10
2025-10-15 • via Nuitee
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Angela • couple • ie
10
2025-10-07 • via Nuitee
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Reardon • couple • ie
9
Can’t wait for our next visit.
Pros:

Amazing Location, fantastic food, old world feel, great value for Money, super friendly staff and relaxing atmosphere.

Cons:

Bedroom was a little too hot even with window open.

2025-09-29 • via Nuitee
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Marie • family_with_children • gb
10
We have been coming to Gougane Barra Hotel for many years and always a fabulous stay x Fantastic location, room and we
Pros:

Beautiful location , had a fantastic lakeside view

2025-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Cheryl • family_with_children • ie
10
Good for the Soul
Pros:

I love this hotel, its my top choice of where to stay in Ireland.

Cons:

It's perfect, so nothing to not like.

2025-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Bernie • couple • ie
10
Pros:

Everything

2025-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Thomas • couple • au
8
2025-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Pauline • solo_traveller • ie
9
The pace of life here drops a few notches… just what you need when on holidays
Pros:

Everything, the location although a bit of a trek to get to, is just fabulous. The hotel is a bit old world but absolutely charming. The food is all local and so tasty, and the staff are just wonderful, pleasant and super helpful. It’s such a lovely spot.

Cons:

Nothing…

2025-09-10 • via Nuitee