Foyles Hotel

Hotels
9 (1343 reviews)
Main Street , Clifden , ie

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Free

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Luggage storage
Fax/photocopying
Darts
Kid meals
Outdoor furniture
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly Staff
Great Location
Excellent Food
Cons:
Slightly Dated Rooms
No Lift

Categories

Cleanliness
8.75
Room was spacious and clean. Overall cleanliness was emphasized positively.
Service
9.75
Staff were excellent, warm, welcoming and very efficient.
Location
9.25
Centrally located with excellent access to shops, bars, and restaurants.
Room Quality
8.25
Rooms clean but some mention of being slightly outdated.
Amenities
8.25
Basic amenities were provided, some rooms noted as needing updates.
Value for Money
9.25
Good value for the quality of service and location.
Food and Beverage
9.25
Food was rated positively across multiple reviews.
Overall Experience
9.25
Overall reviews indicate a very positive stay with few complaints.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-16 00:56

Property Description

Unique Landscape and Activities
Discover the premier location for activity holidays in Clifden. The diverse landscape offers opportunities for walking, cycling, and hiking, making it the perfect getaway for outdoor enthusiasts.

Historic Charm and Modern Comfort
Experience a century-old tradition at Foyles, Connemara's longest established hotel. The recently redesigned building combines modern standards with old-world charm, providing a unique and cozy atmosphere for guests.

Relaxation and Entertainment
Unwind after a day of exploration in the hotel's inviting patio garden or enjoy live music and drinks at Mullarkeys bar. Whether you seek relaxation or entertainment, Foyles offers the perfect blend for a memorable stay.

Book your stay at Foyles Hotel in Clifden now to experience the perfect combination of history, comfort, and entertainment.

Important information:

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM

Property Policies

  • Parking

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

  • Internet

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

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children are not allowed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

9
Based on 1343 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.75
Service: 9.75
Location: 9.25
Room Quality: 8.25
Amenities: 8.25
Value for Money: 9.25
Food and Beverage: 9.25
Overall Experience: 9.25
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sean • extended_group • ie
10
Pros:

Excellent overall experience- nice staff, comfy room and excellent breakfast (kippers!!). Charming old school atmosphere. Location could not have been more central to main square of Clifden.

Cons:

I really can't think of any down side to the experience

2026-05-09 • via Nuitee
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Kathy • family_with_children • gb
9
Fabulous
Pros:

Fabulous centrql locqtion. Very comfortable beds and cosy bedrooms. Couldnt fault it

Cons:

Eveeuthing was great

2026-05-09 • via Nuitee
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Claire • couple • gb
8
Great hotel with great service.
Pros:

Location

2026-05-09 • via Nuitee
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Susan • couple • ca
10
Pros:

Centrally located in the town, a warm welcome and fabulous meals, highly recommnded.

2026-05-09 • via Nuitee
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Graeme • family_with_children • au
10
2026-05-08 • via Nuitee
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Jonathan • solo_traveller • sa
9
Pros:

The location and hospitality were excellent. The breakfast was delicious. Nice balance between the cold buffet and hot breakfast.

2026-05-08 • via Nuitee
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Katia • solo_traveller • fr
10
Je recommande vivement
Pros:

Nous avons tout apprécié, l'emplacement, les équipements, le style, la sympathie du personnel, la restauration exceptionnelle

2026-05-07 • via Nuitee
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MANGER • solo_traveller • fr
10
2026-05-07 • via Nuitee
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Léna • family_with_children • fr
9
2026-05-07 • via Nuitee
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Andrew • couple • gb
10
Second visit and super enjoyable just like the last. Will visit again
Pros:

Has style, good sized rooms, great food and friendly welcoming staff

Cons:

Nothing

2026-05-06 • via Nuitee
M
Mairead • solo_traveller • ie
10
2026-05-06 • via Nuitee
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Dunn • family_with_children • us
10
Was a great place to stay. Great value.
Pros:

The traditional Irish Breakfast was awesome! The rooms were nice and tidy meeting our expectations. The bar downstairs has a great atmosphere and employees.

2026-05-05 • via Nuitee
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Friedel • couple • de
10
Gern wieder.
Pros:

Zentrale Lage, dennoch ruhig (jedenfalls unser Zimmer nach hinten raus,dafür kein Ausblick)
Personal ist sehr freundlich und kompetent, alles sehr unkompliziert.

2026-05-04 • via Nuitee
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Harriett • solo_traveller • ie
10
2026-05-03 • via Nuitee
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Harriett • solo_traveller • ie
10
2026-05-03 • via Nuitee
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Breda • solo_traveller • ie
10
Fabulous Foyles
Pros:

A lovely family run hotel in a central location. Very friendly helpful staff. Nothing was too much trouble. Spacious bedrooms, very clean and bright.
Great food and fabulous gluten free homemade brown bread.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-05-01 • via Nuitee
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Josephine • family_with_children • ie
9
2026-04-29 • via Nuitee
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Bernhard • solo_traveller • at
8
Pros:

Die Lage, das Personal und das Zimmer waren großartig. Besonders der Ort Clifden ist eine Reise wert.

Cons:

Die Wände sind leider recht hellhörig und das Frühstück ist ordentlich, aber mit kleinerer Auswahl, als anderswo. Dafür wird es frisch zubereitet.

2026-04-28 • via Nuitee
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Brendan • solo_traveller • ie
9
Pros:

Friendly greeting from all staff throughout our stay. Rooms very clean.

Cons:

Bath/ shower no non slip mat.

2026-04-28 • via Nuitee
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Aisling • solo_traveller • ie
10
Pros:

The food in the restaurant was really good and the staff are lovely.

Cons:

Its a bit dated but not something that took from our stay.

2026-04-27 • via Nuitee