After such a wonderful visit the year before, we just had to come back with our 2 little boys to this child friendly hotel set above the most beautiful beach in Ireland. It's along drive from anywhere, but it's worth it for the laid back atmosphere and genuine Irish hospitality. We arrived to be told our room was not quite... More

A group of us went to barleycove for a week in august, it was brilliant, great food and really friendly staff. the beach is lovely and we had a great view from our room, we are planning on going back next summer.

Booked a house for a week and two days before we're supposed to go they ring to say they are closing the hotel a week early knowing we were bringing a baby and that there is no shops around and that we would've depended on them for luch dinner etc.. the have no customer loyalty and only for we contacted... More

We had a lovely weeks holiday in the adjoining apartments of the hotel , it was our first family holiday with our 7 month old son and the staff were very accommodating. The apartment itself was very nice - plenty of room for the three of us and had all the amenities that you need with a young child such... More

The hotel seems to be the only place around and in a most beautiful, nay..... stunning setting with so many options for walking , leisure and just taking it easy.Maybe also by being the only place around things are allowed to slide somewhat in terms of decoration, decor, furnishings and care/maintainance of the site ,both inside and out. On entering... More

Positives: Prime location, friendly staff, hearty breakfast, free WiFi in reception. Negatives: List discussed with manager. Conclusion: With some attention to detail, this could be a great hotel

Slow, largely unfriendly service (particularly the waitresses). Too bad the hotel is the only option in Barley Cove -- the only reason I keep coming back is the location!

we have stayed at the hotel twice this year and had a brilliant experience, the staff are friendly and really do go above and beyond to make you feel at home and relax. The scenery is amazing, the beach is superb and it's a real treat being able to enjoy breakfast and dinner while looking out over the beach and... More

At about 7 last wed night the 13 july 5 of us went for a meal and 1 other joined us later.I ordered steak tolded by waitress there was none left which should have been said when she gave menus so i ordered duck which was burned but 1 of my guest ordered burger plate arrived with chips and salad... More