Abbeyglen Castle Hotel

Hotels
9.1 (788 reviews)
Sky Road , Clifden , ie

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
Terrace
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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

Location

Guest Reviews

9.1
Based on 788 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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Marc family_with_children lu
10
2026-08-27 via Nuitee
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Steffen couple de
9
An Experience! Entertaining Host
Pros:

An Experience! Entertaining Host

2026-08-27 via Nuitee
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Emily couple ie
10
2026-08-26 via Nuitee
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Eduardo couple br
5
Experiencia frustada!!!
Cons:

Sem água quente para tomar banho, ao solicitar o concerto fizeram pouco caso!!!!

2026-08-25 via Nuitee
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Marcus family_with_children de
10
Außergewöhlicher Aufenthalt in einem ikonischen Castle
Pros:

Alles war außergewöhnlich! Stilistisch passend, wie auf den Fotos zu sehen (eben ein Castle :-)). Der Gastgeber ist sehr freundlich. Leider waren wir nur eine Nacht. Essen war sehr gut, ebenso das Frühstück mit frischem Omelete mit den gewünschten Zutaten oder Crèpes. Das Schloss ist - bis auf eine Kleinigkeit, s.u. - sehr gut gepflegt.

Cons:

Die 2 Heli-Landeplätze, die dem Aussehen nach vermutlich eher nicht mehr im Einsatz sind. Früher waren wohl auch ganz große Persönlichkeiten zu Gast, z.B. Bill Clinton. Man sieht schon: schwierig, überhaupt etwas Negatives zu finden :-)

2026-08-24 via Nuitee
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Patrik couple ch
9
2026-08-20 via Nuitee
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Rachel-Ann O'Keeffe solo_traveller ie
10
Pros:

Everything perfect from beginning to end
The owner Brian is amazing we love him and his castle

Cons:

Nothing it really was perfect

2026-08-18 via Nuitee
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Olaug couple no
10
2026-08-18 via Nuitee
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Wendy couple nl
10
2026-08-17 via Nuitee
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KELLY couple us
10
2026-08-17 via Nuitee
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Ciaran couple gb
10
Brilliant stay, where the owners made you feel welcomed and looked after the whole time
Pros:

Everything. Very authentic classical Irish stay. Places like this are a gem and need to be visited and enjoyed!

Cons:

-

2026-08-17 via Nuitee
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Dimitris couple gr
7
Nice location, friendly people but not so good room conditions.
Pros:

Location and ambience. Staff very friendly and helped us in every question we had.

Cons:

Room and bath conditions were not as expected. The bad smell of the bathroom was there.

2026-08-16 via Nuitee
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Christine solo_traveller gb
10
Absolutely Wonderful
Pros:

Very beautiful castle with lots of history and character . The owner Brian was so attentive and helpful and had an amazing memory for names and he gave a lovely history about the Castle before dinner in the bar with complimentary prosecco around a burning log fire . Thank you . We will definitely re visit when we are back in the area and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend the amazing food

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-16 via Nuitee
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Nicolò couple it
8
Pros:

Scenic location
Great common spaces
Good vibes
Interesting dinner

Cons:

Could be cleaner

2026-08-14 via Nuitee
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Eckhard solo_traveller de
9
Pros:

Der Chef

2026-08-10 via Nuitee
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Molly couple us
9
Good hospitality in historic castle!
Pros:

This was a wonderful way to end our time in Ireland! Abbeyglen Castle is right on the edge of town, and the main streets of Clifden are easily accessible within a five-minute walk. The castle is also at the start of the Sky Road from Clifden, which is a beautiful and fun drive to take.

You can feel the history of Abbeyglen as soon as you walk through the doors, and you’ll quickly learn even more during the owner’s champagne toast in the evening! The owner is a vibrant and engaging man who clearly enjoys getting to know his guests and making them feel comfortable and welcome. The bar had great drinks and live music, including a performance by a well-known Irish singer and pianist!

We only had breakfast at the castle, but there were plenty of options and we really enjoyed our meals. We stayed in one of the larger rooms, which was incredibly spacious and included a sitting area, desk, fireplace, clawfoot tub, and large four-poster bed. It was truly a treat to stay in such a historic place.

There are parts of the castle that feel a bit dated, but we appreciated that the owners are clearly making an effort to preserve its history and character. We were also pleasantly surprised by the affordable prices, especially given the impressive clientele and atmosphere. Overall, Abbeyglen was a memorable and charming place to stay, and we’re so glad we chose it to finish our trip.

2026-08-08 via Nuitee
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Per-Nicklas family_with_children se
9
2026-08-08 via Nuitee
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Massimo solo_traveller it
9
Pros:

La cura nell arredamento

2026-08-07 via Nuitee
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Rafael couple es
9
Pros:

En general muy bien, el personal muy atento y simpático.
Nos gustó mucho el desayuno. La cena también muy bien.
El propietario nos dio una charla de la historia del castillo y nos invitó a un vino espumoso.
La habitación amplia y cómoda

Cons:

Nada

2026-08-06 via Nuitee
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adrian solo_traveller ie
8
Pros:

It has great character

Cons:

Loved location

2026-08-04 via Nuitee