Dolphin Hotel

Hotels
9 (176 reviews)
Middlequarter , Inishbofin , ie

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Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
Garden
Pets allowed
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Beautiful location
Great service
Cons:
Slight damp smell
Limited food options

Categories

Cleanliness
8.33
The room was lovely and clean but there was a slight smell like damp.
Service
9.8
Pat and the staff were fantastic, providing excellent service including free lifts and handling luggage.
Location
9.34
Hotel is wonderfully located with beautiful views.
Room Quality
8.79
The room was comfortable and as described.
Amenities
8.82
Good amenities including breakfast service and friendly staff.
Value for Money
9.28
Great value with included transportation and services.
Food and Beverage
8.33
Breakfast was good but no porridge available.
Overall Experience
9.3
Overall stay was highly enjoyable, with great hospitality.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-06 12:08

Property Description

Stunning Views: Enjoy breathtaking views of Inishbofin from our sun terrace.
Modern Amenities: Relax in rooms with flat-screen TVs and free WiFi.
Outdoor Adventures: Explore the beautiful surroundings with bike hire and nearby cycling and fishing spots.

Ready for an unforgettable stay? Book your room at Dolphin Hotel now!

Important information:

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Parking

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

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Internet

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

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 1 year old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 11 years old stay for € 15 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
Based on 176 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.33
Service: 9.8
Location: 9.34
Room Quality: 8.79
Amenities: 8.82
Value for Money: 9.28
Food and Beverage: 8.33
Overall Experience: 9.3
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Toni • couple • ie
9
2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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Andre • solo_traveller • ie
10
A lovely stay at Inishbofin
Pros:

Location is perfect, the Hotel very nice and comfy and the host (Pat) is class. We as a family loved it - many thanks again for the great time!

Cons:

Nothing to mention

2026-07-14 • via Nuitee
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john • family_with_children • ie
10
Inishboffin is amazing
Pros:

What a place to stay Pat is so friendly

2026-07-14 • via Nuitee
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Gerry • solo_traveller • ie
9
Home from Home!
Pros:

Lovely setting close to the hub and still away from the crowd. Very friendly staff and entertaining host!

Cons:

Rooms are a little dated but clean.

2026-07-14 • via Nuitee
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Miriam • family_with_children • ie
10
2026-07-09 • via Nuitee
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stephen • couple • ie
8
2026-06-30 • via Nuitee
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Michael • solo_traveller • ie
10
Pros:

Pat. Super helpful.

Cons:

Nothing. Fantastic spot

2026-06-27 • via Nuitee
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Michael • solo_traveller • ie
10
Pros:

Pat is a gentleman and all of his team!!

Cons:

Nothing!!

2026-06-27 • via Nuitee
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Susan • couple • ie
8
2026-06-06 • via Nuitee
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Olive • couple • ie
10
Fabulous break away.
Pros:

Beautiful location, very comfortable room and spotless.
Very quiet. Great shuttle service provided by Pat, an excellent host. Will be back again.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-05 • via Nuitee
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Charlene • solo_traveller • ca
7
Pros:

The owner was very friendly the breakfast waitress very friendly

Cons:

Rooms need updating

2026-06-02 • via Nuitee
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Charlie • couple • gb
8
2026-06-01 • via Nuitee
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Hans • solo_traveller • ie
6
Nice staff, big room but a bit pricy
Pros:

Nice location big room

Cons:

Pricy and no more restaurant at location

2026-06-01 • via Nuitee
D
Des • couple • ie
10
2026-05-31 • via Nuitee
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Carol • solo_traveller • ie
7
2026-05-25 • via Nuitee
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Peter • couple • gb
8
A rare find on a tiny island, with beautiful views, and lovely people.
Pros:

This wonderfully located hotel is on a very small Island called Inishbofin, only accessible by boat from Clifden, as walk on passengers. The 2 blue flag beaches on the east of the island were amazing, the Atlantic ocean is the nicest sea to swim in especially at this time of year. We were collected from the ferry by Pat who owns and runs the Dolphin Hotel, we had a great craic in the Beach bar at supper time, listening to live Irish folk music and drinking guinness with good tradition food. We had supper the next evening on top of an old red London bus. Our luggage was dropped at the ferry for us, so we didn't have to carry it down the road, and could enjoy a farewell pint in the beach bar before leaving.
It was so nice we extended our stay.

Cons:

Nothing.

2025-10-03 • via Nuitee
G
Gerhardus • family_with_children • nl
9
2025-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Edward • solo_traveller • ie
9
Very enjoyable
Pros:

Friendly and helpful staff

2025-09-15 • via Nuitee
R
Robert • couple • ca
10
Amazing!
Pros:

Our stay was the best part of our trip in Ireland. The host Pat and his staff were fantastic!

2025-09-12 • via Nuitee
J
James Rogers333 • couple • ie
8
2025-09-12 • via Nuitee