Alcock & Brown Hotel

Hotels
8.4 (1525 reviews)
Market Square , Clifden , ie
+353 95 21880

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Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
Hiking
Luggage storage
Fishing
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean rooms
Excellent location
Good breakfast
Friendly staff
Cons:
Noise from street
Limited breakfast options
Service responsiveness

Categories

Cleanliness
8.61
Most reviews highlighted clean rooms and good bathroom conditions.
Service
8.28
Staff were mentioned positively, but there were some negative remarks regarding responsiveness.
Location
9.02
Multiple reviews praised the excellent central location.
Room Quality
8.37
Rooms described as lovely, although one review pointed out noise issues.
Amenities
8
Minimal mention; noted some dissatisfaction with breakfast variety.
Value for Money
8.46
Positive remarks on the room rates and overall experience.
Food and Beverage
8.11
Breakfast received favorable comments, yet some wanted more options.
Overall Experience
8.38
Overall positive but affected by some service issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 20:43

Property Description

Central Location and Cozy Atmosphere
The Alcock and Brown hotel in Clifden offers a dedicated welcoming service in a relaxed atmosphere at the heart of Clifden Town Square. Perfect for exploring local shops, boutiques, and restaurants, while being ideally situated to discover the beauty of Connemara.

Relaxed Environment and Ideal Base for Exploration
Enjoy a friendly and relaxed environment at the Alcock & Brown Hotel, serving as an ideal base for touring Connemara. From pony trekking to golfing on Championship courses, sea fishing, guided walks, and mountain climbing, there's something for everyone to explore and enjoy.

Abundance of Activities and Nearby Beaches
Indulge in various activities like pony trekking, golfing, sea fishing, guided walks, and mountain climbing while staying at the Alcock & Brown Hotel. Additionally, the convenience of numerous sandy beaches nearby adds to the charm of your stay.

Book your stay at the Alcock and Brown hotel now for an unforgettable experience in Clifden!

Important information:

No deposit will be charged. The hotel however, reserves the right to pre-authorize the credit card provided by you to secure the booking.

Please note that there is free off-site parking also available.

Please note that this property cannot accommodate hen and stag, or similar parties.

Payment for accommodations is made at check-in. Any room charges are payable at check-out.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: GWY

Property Policies

  • Groups

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

  • Internet

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

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children from 3 years old to 12 years old stay for € 25 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    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.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 1525 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.61
Service: 8.28
Location: 9.02
Room Quality: 8.37
Amenities: 8
Value for Money: 8.46
Food and Beverage: 8.11
Overall Experience: 8.38
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Neville • solo_traveller • gb
7
2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Liam • couple • ie
8
Good value Would stay again as it's very central
Pros:

Central in the town Cheap and cheerful breakfast lovely Great selection

Cons:

Needs a bit of tlc in the room Clean and comfortable just needs a lick of paint here and there

2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
C
Catherine • couple • ie
9
2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Nick • couple • gb
10
Pros:

Lovely spacious room. Excellent choices within the continental breakfast. Would recommend.

2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Kai • family_with_children • de
8
Auch wenn wir einen medizinischen Notfall hatten, war es ein schöner Aufenthalt.
Pros:

Hübsches Zimmer mitten im Ort. Gemütlich und sauber. Nett eingerichtet. Das Frühstück war toll mit frischen Früchten und großer Auswahl.

Cons:

Gar nichts.

2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
K
Kathleen • couple • ie
5
Beautiful location and well appointed rooms.
Pros:

The location was perfect and the room was comfortable.

Cons:

The staff seemed short and interested.

2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
J
John • extended_group • ie
9
2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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Anne • couple • fr
4
Très mauvaise nuit!
Pros:

Bon emplacement en coeur de ville. Bon petit déjeuner continental.

Cons:

L'absence d'ascenseur ( nous le savions à la réservation, mais avec nos 2 grosses valises, pas facile ).
Personne au bar de l'hôtel pendant une bonne heure donc impossible de commander des boissons.
Le gros moins : A 2 h du matin, nous avons été réveillés en fanfare par une sonnerie stridente dans notre chambre, nous avons cru qu'il y avait le feu! Mais rien du tout. A 7h du matin, nouvelle sonnerie stridente donc nouveau réveil! Et par la suite, de multiples sonneries dans le couloir de l'hôtel. Aucune explication du personnel, aucune excuses, nous avons passé une très mauvaise nuit.

2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
R
Ricardo • solo_traveller • es
9
2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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Gordon • extended_group • gb
8
A comfortable hotel in a fantastic location.
Pros:

Fantastic location.
Lovely bedrooms and breakfast.

Cons:

All good for reasons booked.

2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
M
Michael • couple • ch
8
2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
B
beyza • couple • tr
9
2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
T
Toni • couple • ie
9
Excellent staff, beautiful surroundings & brilliant location
Pros:

So central
Lovely staff

Cons:

No hot breakfast

2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
C
Charlie • solo_traveller • ie
7
Pros:

Did the job

Cons:

No diskikes

2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
V
Vicky • couple • gb
5
There was a heat wave. The room should have had a fan and closed curtains before we arrived. It was the hottest room I h
Pros:

Breakfast had a good variety of fresh food

Cons:

Staff were on the curt side

2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
S
Sjaak • solo_traveller • nl
10
Pros:

De kamer, locatie, ontbijt

2026-07-14 • via Nuitee
F
Farrell • solo_traveller • ie
8
2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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Lèon • couple • ie
10
Perfect 🤩
Pros:

Excellent location, clean spacious rooms. Didn’t have breakfast or use any facilities. Staff were lovely, we booked for a second night and were accommodated to stay in the same room!

Cons:

N/A

2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
J
JANICE • solo_traveller • au
10
Pros:

Comfortable room

Cons:

N/a

2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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Stephen • solo_traveller • ie
8
Pros:

Convenient to town

Cons:

Staff at breakfast were rude

2026-07-12 • via Nuitee