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Smuggler's Inn

3.0 of 5
Cliff Road, Waterville, Ireland
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Smuggler's Inn
Ranked #10 of 10 Waterville B&B and Inns
4.0 of 5 stars 34 Reviews
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Sussex
Senior Contributor
34 reviews 34 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
27 helpful votes 27 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 April 2012
1
person found this review helpful

I stayed here alone while viewing property in the area, just stayed one night and found the whole experience perfect. The setting was great, room as you would expect from a B&B, clean and comfortable, but to be honest I would have been happy whatever the accommodation was like as the dining experience I had was the best. The chef... More

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Henry Hunt, Manager at Smuggler's Inn, responded to this review
13 April 2012

Thank you for taking the time to review our property and we are delighted to hear that your visit was a memorable one. Being so close to the sea fish and seafood is our speciality which comes in fresh each day, and we are pleased to hear you had a great dining experience too. We look forward to welcoming you... More

East Anglia
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 August 2011
1
person found this review helpful

I still don't understand why I am saying this Inn is very good. When we arrived we were told there was a disco going to be held there which would finish at midnight. It was also a surprise birthday party, so when we arrived in the bar there were about forty people squeezed in there all shushing awaiting the birthday... More

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Henry Hunt, Owner at Smuggler's Inn, responded to this review
5 March 2012

Thank you for your review and visiting The Smuggglers Inn. Apologies for the disco and inconvenience it caused. We tell residents or customers if we have a party night with music or large group. It looks like you were not informed of this before your arrival though! Also my sincere regrets about the steak being tough. We source only high... More

Wolverhampton, United Kingdom
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 July 2011
1
person found this review helpful

Booked for 7 for a special birthday on July 8th the staff were wonderful, the view was spectacular and the food was fabulous, portions good taste superb and price no more than I would pay in any first class restaurant, having eaten in Harry's Bar in Florence there is no comparison I would return to The Smugglers everytime. Even if... More

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Henry Hunt, Owner at Smuggler's Inn, responded to this review
25 July 2011

Thank you for this review and we are delighted to hear you enjoyed your special birthday with your family and friends here with us at The Smugglers Inn. We look forward to welcoming you here again in the very near future. More

West Mids
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39 reviews 39 reviews
Reviews in 30 cities Reviews in 30 cities
64 helpful votes 64 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 July 2011
2
people found this review helpful

I have ben keen to try the Smugglers inn for many years but the timeings have never been quite right. Booked for one night B&B (a reasonable Euro 60) and everything you imagine of an idyllic location is here. The waves do lap round the shore and can be heard from the windows! Room was large with a picture postcard... More

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Henry Hunt, Owner at Smuggler's Inn, responded to this review
25 July 2011

Glad to hear you finally got to come and stay with us at The Smugglers Inn and that you enjoyed your stay with us , and also to see that you will be back again. More

northumberland
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33 reviews 33 reviews
Reviews in 22 cities Reviews in 22 cities
49 helpful votes 49 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 April 2011
4
people found this review helpful

Stayed there on Saturday-they had just opened after Winter Break. Henry(Hope) the Chef and owner made us very welcome and showed us to our room which as well as 2 twin beds had easy cahirs ant table with a wonderful viwe of the sea(and passing hares). OK the accomodation is not 5 star but is very comfortable spotlessly clean and... More

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Henry Hunt, Owner at Smuggler's Inn, responded to this review
6 March 2012

Thanks for your review we were very happy you enjoyed your stay with us. Remember the next day you asked me if it was a parmesan disc but I said it was hazelnut tuille, which it was!!! Thanks for the feed back it helps us alot. Hope you enjoy your travels this coming year and we look forward to having... More

London
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34 reviews 34 reviews
Reviews in 26 cities Reviews in 26 cities
26 helpful votes 26 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 September 2010

This hotel is in the most wonderful location looking out to sea in three directions to the distant mountains. There are walks up the beach in both directions and good fishing from the beach and nearby loch. This is not really of hotel standard and it does advertise locally as a B&B however it also charges rates you would expect... More

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Henry Hunt, Owner at Smuggler's Inn, responded to this review
27 September 2010

Smugglers Inn is a Guesthouse, not a Hotel, but we offer hotel facilities - fully licensed bar and top quality award winning restaurant serving only fresh fish - NEVER frozen. Also, we charge B&B rates if you should compare rates to other B&Bs without the services we offer. Regarding the wine, we offer 3 varieties in our 1/4 bottles. However,... More

Berri, Australia
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2010
2
people found this review helpful

The family room was basic, but clean & neat & value for money. The highlight was our meal for the night, overlooking the water. The service was excellent & the selection on the menu was extensive & the presentation and taste was of a five star restaurant. Breakfast the next morning was served by the owner/chef & was extensive also... More

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Henry Hunt, Owner at Smuggler's Inn, responded to this review
6 March 2012

Happy you found us and enjoyed our hospitality. Hope you find us again soon! All the best Henry More

Bodmin
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2010
1
person found this review helpful

Arrived on time Checked in and went to our room. The room looked run down but was spacious so we decided we would take a look outside the B&B, the scenery and landscape and the location of this B&B is fantastic. I walked around for a little bit and started to feel hungry so time to try the food, we... More

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Henry Hunt, Owner at Smuggler's Inn, responded to this review
5 March 2012

Apoligies for your unsatisfactory time with us. We have revamped the rooms since your stay. We have said to our staff about the situation you mentioned about not being served fairly compared to Americans. If the they were booked there table would of been reserved for them and ready so they could go straight in. When the restuarant is busy... More

Kerry
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 April 2010
1
person found this review helpful

Great location. Rooms have been decorated and updated so much nicer now. Food and service in restaurant excellent as always. Look forward to returning again very soon. More

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Henry Hunt, Owner at Smuggler's Inn, responded to this review
6 March 2012

Thank you for visiting the Smugglers and acknowledging the work done to the rooms and excellent service you received. Hope to see you soon again. Regards Henry More

Dublin, Ireland
1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 April 2010
2
people found this review helpful

Went to the Smuggler's Inn over the Easter weekend. Arrived down from Dublin, and were immediately greeted by warm and friendly staff. The inn and restaurant were full with people already, and the atmosphere was warm, and friendly. The bedrooms were clean, tidy, and the bed was soft and comfortable (the TV was small, but I wasn't there to watch... More

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Henry Hunt, Owner at Smuggler's Inn, responded to this review
6 March 2012

Thank you for making the time to review the Smugglers Inn. We are delighted you enjoyed your stay with us. We have added a couple of continental cheeses to the cheese plate now as well. Kind regards Henry More

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Cliff Road, Waterville, Ireland
Price range (per night):* S$99 - 181

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