Clifden Station House Hotel

Hotels
8.7 (1049 reviews)
Galway Road , Clifden , ie

listing image 1
Show all photos
Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
See all facilities

Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Good food
Cons:
High prices
Dated rooms in some cases

Categories

Cleanliness
8.78
Overall cleanliness was praised in multiple reviews, highlighting well-presented and spotless rooms.
Service
9.25
Numerous reviews commend the staff for being friendly, helpful, and professional.
Location
9.29
The hotel is noted for its central location, making it convenient for accessing shops and restaurants.
Room Quality
8.24
Rooms vary in quality; while some are spacious and quiet, other reviews mention dated decor and issues like drafts.
Amenities
8.77
Positive comments about the swimming pool and sauna, though some amenities were noted as needing updates.
Value for Money
7.73
Some reviews mentioned high prices, particularly for drinks, affecting perceived value.
Food and Beverage
8.78
The quality and variety of food received high praise, particularly breakfast.
Overall Experience
8.75
Guests generally had a very positive experience, highlighting the combination of excellent service and comfort.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-06 11:53

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodations and Amenities

Located on the historic site of the former Clifden Railway Station, Clifden Station House offers elegantly furnished bedrooms and self-catering apartments. The property boasts a pool and is conveniently situated just a short drive from Connemara National Park.

Spa and Wellness Retreat

Pamper yourself with a variety of beauty treatments at the Renew Spa, or unwind in the tranquil Swedish steam room and hot tub. Keep up with your fitness routine at the on-site gym, or explore the nearby scenic coastal walks.

Dining and Entertainment Experience

Enjoy delicious meals made from locally sourced ingredients at the restaurant, while the bar in the charming Station Masters House offers all-day dining and evening entertainment. Immerse yourself in history with structures transformed into a shopping precinct, museum, and theatre.

Book now for an unforgettable stay at Clifden Station House!

Important information:

Stag/hen parties are not accepted at this hotel and any such bookings will be canceled.

For the apartments check-in is from 17:00 and check-out is before 10:00.

Kids club is available at the property during school holiday periods. Please contact the property directly for more information about the kids club.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.7
Based on 1049 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.78
Service: 9.25
Location: 9.29
Room Quality: 8.24
Amenities: 8.77
Value for Money: 7.73
Food and Beverage: 8.78
Overall Experience: 8.75
F
Francesco • solo_traveller • it
2
DO NOT GO HERE
Pros:

Only position and breakfast, the only 2 points this place deserves.

Cons:

What an embarrassing experience.

This “hotel” was a huge disappointment, especially considering its 8.9 rating on Booking.com.

First of all, the receptionist was extremely cold and unwelcoming. She made us feel like we were bothering her rather than being guests. She asked us what time we would have breakfast (which was never explained as necessary) and maintained a dismissive attitude throughout the interaction.

However, the biggest issue was the unacceptable level of cleanliness and maintenance of the room. We found, one after another:
- dirty bed sheets with concerning dark spots that raised serious hygiene concerns;
- dirty towel with what looked like a faded blood stain;
- loose bathroom hanger that was not properly fixed;
- large coffee ring stain on the bathroom sink;
- bedside lamp that was not working;
- dust everywhere.

These are not small details — they are basic standards that should never be an issue in any hotel, especially one charging this price.

The breakfast experience was also disappointing. We arrived only a few minutes after the breakfast start time and were immediately told “you’re late!” by the person managing breakfast, despite no clear explanation beforehand that arriving at exactly 8:30 was mandatory. The service overall felt inexperienced and unprofessional.

All of this for the price of €296.50 for one night for two people makes the experience even harder to justify.

You really did all your best to deserve this review. Embarrassing how you really have potential to be a 5 star hotel - but you prefer to be arrogant towards your customers and extremely neglecting with the minimum standards of cleanliness and maintenance of your rooms. 

SHAME ON YOU.

2026-08-08 • via Nuitee
R
Rita • couple • ch
8
2026-08-07 • via Nuitee
R
rachel • solo_traveller • ie
9
Pros:

Free onsite parking and excellent location for exploring Clifden and the surrounding area. Lovely filling breakfast and choice of 2 restaurants for dinner. easy access to the pool and gym as well.

2026-08-07 • via Nuitee
M
Mykolas • family_with_children • lt
9
2026-08-07 • via Nuitee
M
MARY • couple • ie
10
enjoyable .. will be back.
Pros:

Decor n nice bar Room very comfy..

Cons:

Nothing. Very good . great staff

2026-08-06 • via Nuitee
M
Marc-André • couple • ca
10
Nice hotel with great restaurant
Pros:

Great hotel. The restaurant was top notch.

Cons:

Our room was not cleaned during the stay. It's likely our fault as we returned too early to the room during the afternoon. The parking is a bit cahotic.

2026-08-06 • via Nuitee
W
Warner • couple • ie
10
2026-08-04 • via Nuitee
L
lorraine • couple • gb
10
On arrival to departure you were made so welcome
Pros:

Breakfast was excellent from the moment you were taken to your table the staff were only happy to make your breakfast as enjoyable as possible. The quality of breakfast items excellent.

2026-08-04 • via Nuitee
D
David • solo_traveller • ie
3
Pros:

Staff were very friendly

Cons:

Overpriced drinks, food quantity was very average. The bedrooms were very basic and the noise proofing was terrible..

2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
D
David • couple • gb
8
2026-08-02 • via Nuitee
P
PADRAIG • solo_traveller • ie
8
Handy Location and facilities
Pros:

Location

Cons:

No aircon in room

2026-08-02 • via Nuitee
E
Eric • family_with_children • fr
9
Hôtel de qualité avec de bons restaurants
Pros:

Pub très sympa en face appartenant à l’hôtel, suite familiale très pratique, bon petit déjeuner, kids friendly

2026-08-02 • via Nuitee
B
Blodeuwedd • couple • gb
10
Wedi mwynhau ymweld a clifden o gymru diolch
Pros:

Lovely breakfast with plenty of choice.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
C
celine • solo_traveller • fr
10
2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
E
Earnàn • extended_group • ie
10
… wonderful overnight and very very comfortable
Pros:

classy decor and most friendly professional staff

2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
D
Damien • couple • gb
7
Stylish hotel in excellent location, but bedrooms a bit tired and in need of an uplift.
Pros:

Stylish hotel in excellent location, close to town centre, with good parking. Breakfast very good and well organised. Friendly and helpful staff.

Cons:

Bedroom a bit tired and in need of an uplift, but clean and functional. No air conditioning but fan provided. Comfortable bed but very heavy duvet for this unusually hot summer season.

2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
J
John • couple • ie
8
2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
G
Gregory • couple • au
8
2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
C
Crummy • extended_group • ie
9
2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
K
Kathy • extended_group • ie
9
We loved it there and the staff, they should be the benchmark for all hotels in how hotel staff and managers conduct the
Pros:

The staff, they were just fantastic!! A very homely atmosphere due to their interaction with guests. It made the stay so good.

Cons:

Road noise due to the windows in the bedroom as the room was facing the main road.

2026-07-15 • via Nuitee