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Abbeyglen Castle Hotel

Sky Road, Clifden, Ireland
Abbeyglen Castle Hotel
Real Traveler Rating: 4.3 out of 5 based on 13 reviews from 4 sources
Recommended
Clean: Rating of 4.5 out of 5
Service: Rating of 4.2 out of 5
Location: Rating of 3.7 out of 5
Value: Rating of 3.7 out of 5
Room: Rating of 4.6 out of 5
call to book: 1-800-546-4167 hotels.com
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Recommended
Based on 13 reviews
from 4 sources
  • Overall: Rating of 4.3 out of 5

    "I would really love to go back an stay again." source Expedia

  • Clean: Rating of 4.5 out of 5

    "Pretty clean but very outdated." source Expedia

  • Service: Rating of 4.2 out of 5

    "Food not great in the restaurant, but the service was impeccable." source Expedia

    "The service was impeccable and the food was excellent." source Expedia

  • Room: Rating of 4.6 out of 5

    "The separate bedroom and living room areas were fabulous and the fireplace, although not functioning in August, was beautiful." source Orbitz

    "The room was spacious as was the bathroom which had both a footed tub and a shower." source Hotels.com

    "We stayed in one of the turret rooms and another one overlooking the beautiful grounds and helicopter pad." source Expedia

    "The highlights were afternoon tea, breakfast and the gorgeous view from our room." source Expedia

More information on Abbeyglen Castle Hotel

On the Sky Road ascending from Clifden, make a swift descent towards the sea to find you in the pleasant gardens of Abbeyglen Castle Hotel. Built in 1832, Abbeyglen is owned and operated by two generations of the Hughes family and is renowned for the quality of its cuisine and choice of accommodation. Abbeyglen has 18 superior rooms, many with four poster beds, Jacuzzi and open fires. You can enjoy most indoor and outdoor pursuits from a range of facilities at Abbeyglen. From its commanding position overlooking the village of Clifden-at the head of a magnificent bay against the mountainous backdrop of the "Twelve Bens"- Abbeyglen Castle Hotel is the ideal base for touring Connemara, one of the loveliest parts of Ireland blessed with a natural beauty. When the day's activities are over and Abbeyglen beckons, be assured your care and comfort will be in practiced hands with the added attraction of a friendly welcome, complimentary afternoon tea, gourmet cuisine, Steinway sounds and unrivalled atmosphere.The hotel got AA Courtesy and Care Award 2002 and one AA Rosette for Food.During leisure, you can explore the surroundings or visit the city attractions. There is also a swimming pool available onsite for you to enjoy.The hotel offers Lobby, Parking facilities, Solarium, Tennis court and snooker. All the costs include breakfast.

Check-in Time:

1400

Check-out Time:

1200

Total Rooms:

Double\ twin Room:This room offers one double bed or one twin bed with Color TV, Ensuite / Private bathroom, Non-smoking rooms and Telephone.

Total Floors:

3 floors.

Rooms:

Double\ twin Room:This room offers one double bed or one twin bed with Color TV, Ensuite / Private bathroom, Non-smoking rooms and Telephone.

Directions

Overlooking the village of Clifden, the Abbeyglen Castle Hotel is close to the Twelve Bens and Connemara, while the airport is 70 kilometers away.

Area

Clifden.

Dining

RestaurantGuests can dine at the onsite restaurant, which serves delicious cuisine.

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