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    Ballinalacken Castle Country House

    580 reviews
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    Coast Road R-477, Doolin R477, Ireland
    011 353 1 907 9625
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    4.5
    580 reviews
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    011 353 1 907 9625
    Coast Road R-477, Doolin R477, Ireland See on map
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    Reviewed 5 days ago via mobile
    Perfect piece of Ireland

    As I write this it's difficult to pin what makes this place so grand. Its a little off the beaten path from Doolin but not much. Truth is I loved the drive especially on the N67 and R477. Doolin and the Cliffs of Moher are...More

    Thank GeauxHogsGeaux
    Reviewed 1 week ago
    Inexplicably surly owner

    A lovely property and very good food, including breakfast. Sadly, it was rainy when we were there, so we couldn't see a thing despite the place being well-located and prime for excellent views. The rooms are dated and in need of updating, and ours (Lady...More

    Thank HarvDeanna
    Response from CeciliaMargaret, Owner at Ballinalacken Castle Country HouseResponded 6 days ago

    Dear Deanna , Thank you for your review. I am truly sorry about the shower in your room. As your room which was an upgrade dates back to 1840,I regret to inform you that it is law in Ireland that listed buildings cannot be changed...More

    Reviewed 1 week ago
    Great B&B!!!

    Beautiful views, very accommodating staff. Dinner here was excellent! There is a quaint onsite pub and plenty of seating in the living room in the event you are not a pub type. Be sure to keep the windows open in your room for the great...More

    Thank JoeTravel1
    Reviewed 2 weeks ago
    Lovely Place to Stay

    We arrived very early after a red-eye flight. The host was very gracious and checked us in hours before regular time so we could rest. The service was top notch. The room was large with the equivalent of a King size bed in the US....More

    Thank Looking4wrd
    Reviewed 3 weeks ago
    Comfortable room with fabulous views

    This is a delightful country house / hotel. It is a bit out of the way, but well worth the extra drive to find it. Our room had a four-post bed and a view of the Cliffs of Moher from one window, and the Aran...More

    Thank Mileswis
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    9 March 2017|
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    Response from Parisiennelover | Reviewed this property |
    Hi there! There are taxis in town but not many, the pubs in town are great but the restaurant in the hotel is one of the best in the area. Pub in the hotel is VERY quiet and you'll find you're often the only one there, but... More
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    1 October 2016|
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    Response from Eileen L | Reviewed this property |
    The beds were very comfortable. There were six of us so we had three rooms and we all agreed the beds were great
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    "the higher the room number, the closer you are to the end of the building with the best views!"
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    "Get the Bridal suite if it's available. It has a lovely sitting area with windows."
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    "Room 7 has view of the Cliffs and a four poster bed."
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    "ask for room with a view."
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