Ballynahinch Castle Hotel

Property class: 4
Luxury hotel in Ballynahinch with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Ballynahinch Castle Hotel is a great choice for a stay in Ballynahinch. Guests can visit the fitness center for a workout or grab a bite to eat at Owenmore Restaurant, which serves breakfast and dinner. Other highlights at this luxurious hotel include a bar/lounge, a sauna, and free bike rentals.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Gym
  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities

Room options

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View all photos for Classic Double or Twin Room

A well-appointed bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a small stool. There is a window with curtains, a lamp, and a picture on the wall.

Classic Double or Twin Room

  • 344 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Classic Double or Twin Room, River View

A river with dense trees on both sides, a grassy bank, and a clear blue sky.

Classic Double or Twin Room, River View

  • River view
  • 344 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Superior Double Room, River View

A four-poster bed with a view of a lake and forest, a sitting area with a table and chairs, and a large wardrobe.

Superior Double Room, River View

  • River view
  • 463 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Luxury Double or Twin Room, River View

A traditional room with a bed, two armchairs, a small table, and a window with a view.

Luxury Double or Twin Room, River View

  • River view
  • 463 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
Recess, Ballynahinch, Galway

What's nearby

  • Twelve Bens Mountain Range - 5 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Dan O'Hara's Connemara Heritage and History Centre - 7 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Clifden Castle - 16 min drive - 15.2 km
  • Station House Museum - 16 min drive - 15.2 km
  • Connemara Heritage & History Centre - 17 min drive - 15.6 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Vaughan's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Shamrock Bar - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪O'Dowds - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Coffee Cottage - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Fisherman's Pub - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Ballynahinch Castle Hotel

  • Ballynahinch Castle Hotel is a great choice for a stay in Ballynahinch. Guests can visit the fitness center for a workout or grab a bite to eat at Owenmore Restaurant, which serves breakfast and dinner. Other highlights at this luxurious hotel include a bar/lounge, a sauna, and free bike rentals.

At a glance

CHECK-IN
3:00pm
CHECK-OUT
12:00pm

Hotel size

    • 40 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required

Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
    • Babysitting*

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

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Reviews

Ballynahinch Castle Hotel Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities

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10/10 Exceptional

Beyond amazing!
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10/10 Exceptional

Absolutely stunning!
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8/10 Very good

Not the castle of your dreams

Unfortunately, hospitality is not their strong suit however the grounds were enchanting. Both reception and dining staff were stiff and cold. Stayed two floors down from the main level and moldy smell detracted from the lovely room.
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing anniversary

We first heard of Ballynahinch from a video on old Irish castles, so it was nice to see it with our own eyes. Despite staying for only one night in a Luxury double room with a river view, we truly enjoyed our time there. The room was really spacious, with the huge bathroom being preceded by a walk-in closet and also having both a walk-in shower and a bathtub. Be it night or day, the view from the room and outdoor patio was mesmerising. Being our 5th anniversary, an additional surprise was a greeting card marking the occasion left in our room. Having arrived really late, we only had time for dinner that evening and it was a great experience. Both the drinks and food were interesting and delicious. For breakfast we had a table with a nice river view and the food options were plentiful. Before leaving, we also had a lovely walk around the property, which is truly amazing. We would definitely come back for another serene and relaxing stay in the future. P.S. If you have the time, the Sky Road starting in Clifden offers amazing views and is not to be missed.
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10/10 Exceptional

Le cadre est absolument époustouflant. Nous avons profité d’être arrivés tôt pour faire une ballade dans l’immense parc du château. Les chemins sont parfaitement entretenus, la nature préservée, c’est un délice pour les yeux. Tout le personnel était vraiment aimable et serviable, le château en lui-même était magnifique et l’ambiance chaleureuse et reposante.
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful place to be!

We’ll definitely come back & spend even more time at Ballynahinch Castle. Beautiful setting, charming place. Only thing we’ll change is stay longer & select a larger room.
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent
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10/10 Exceptional

Best part of my trip. Had a two hour tour of the estate with Greg well worth the time and money.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great property set in a wonderful landscape with helpful well-trained staff
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10/10 Exceptional

The most charming, warm and tastefully decorated hotel. Excellent character and most comfortable.
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10/10 Exceptional

We loved everything about this hotel! The rooms were clean, beds were extremely comfortable, food was great but most importantly, the staff were amazing. Specifically Martin!! He was always everywhere making sure everyone was comfortable, had what they needed and were happy. He had such a passion for his job that it translated to pure excellence in his job!! Well done Ballynahinch for employing such a remarkable staff member. Loved our two night stay here and would definitely return if in the area. Highly recommend it!
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8/10 Very good

We have stayed at this hotel many many times over the past 15 years. Our overnight stay was great as usual.
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10/10 Exceptional

So comfortable, very relaxed, no formalities - such a pleasure! Will definitely be back.
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8/10 Very good

Very quiet and great place to relax. Liked Staff less than accomodating on requests that were not out of the ordinary at other high end hotels. Disliked
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10/10 Exceptional

It was like stepping back in time but with modern conveniences. Take the guided tour from Noel, you won't regret it, the history is fascinating.
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8/10 Very good

beautiful place, gorgeous surroundings, but you really have to want to be there, away from it all. Room was very nice, bathroom was great, just disappointed it did not have a handheld shower. Food was a disappointment. First evening there, decided to eat in the bar, and ordered the vegetarian dish, nocchi, for €20, and I got five nochjis on the plate. I complained to the waiter, so they sent out three more , for a total of eight. It was barely enough fir a starter! To their credit they did not charge for the plate. The next night, we were going to eat in the dining room. Dinner was fixed price, €70 for three courses, so we were expecting a really special dinner. Imagine our surprise when we saw that one of the choices for the entree, or main as they say there, was the same dish of nocchis that was offered in the bar the night before. That was enough to make us leave and return to the bar, where I had a very satisfactory duck dish for €22. Just a warning about the food.
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing!!! Beautiful setting, lovely staff and thoughtful touches.
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10/10 Exceptional

The room was absolutely lovely. Fit and bathroom fixtures of the highest quality and the view of the river fantastic. I would definitely return. Great value!
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10/10 Exceptional

While we thought we had booked a unique top flight accommodation, our expectations were far surpassed in everyway. The grounds were immaculate, the service superb, the rooms had updated electric outlets for UK and US, and they even have a Tesla charging station. The river view from the room was fantastic. The restaurant food was on par with any 5 star (US)/2star(Michelin) restaurant in which we have had the pleasure of dining. The wine list was excellent especially for the Connemara. They have numerous activities that we simply did not have time to enjoy. We now understand why many people were in awe when we told them we were heading to Ballynahinch. This is truly a special place and their efforts to maintain the property have paid off. It is definitely worth going to this little piece of heaven. And the Spring flowers were not all even in bloom yet. We wish we could return.
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8/10 Very good

Nice and overwhelming hotel has big property but you cannot walk so there should be bicycles there
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10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful wedding experience: lovely walks and gardens, the dining and bedroom views are beautiful, the staff are extremely friendly, accomodating and helpful! It's a wonderfully location to get away from everything.
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10/10 Exceptional

There wasn’t anything I didn’t like, beautiful setting, loved my hikes, outstanding food, lovely staff.
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10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic will definately return couldn’t fault any aspect of the hotel or the grounds and food yum yum
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6/10 Good

I wasn’t overly impressed with our visit to Ballynahinch Castle Hotel. The location was pretty and it was unfortunate, due to the weather, we didn’t get to enjoy the grounds which did look lovely. I had previously stayed at Parknasilla and much preferred that resort. To be fair, I think that was a five star property. The TV in the room was too small to view adequately while in bed and the Wi-Fi didn’t work at all during our two night stay. We ate at the pub one evening and the hostess took our drink order and never returned with them or set up the table with napkins and cutlery. The waitress who finally did attend to us was the highlight of our visit. I wish I got her name. Overall, it’s not a place I would return to. Again, it’s a pretty property, but not really the caliber of service I look for when on holiday and looking to splurge.
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10/10 Exceptional

What a beautiful treasure! Charming and elegant, the people, room and property! Many activities are available from relaxing in the generously luxurious rooms to active walks around the well groomed grounds.