Foyles Hotel Clifden, Clifden
About the Hotel
Foyles Hotel is Connemara's longest established hotel, located in the picturesque town of Clifden. It has been owned and managed by the Foyle family for nearly a century and has recently been redesigned to modern standards while retaining its historic charm. Notably, Mullarkey's Bar, one of Clifden's premier music venues, is situated within the hotel.
Location
Foyles Hotel is centrally located in Clifden, making it an ideal base to explore Connemara's scenic landscapes. It is approximately 1.5 miles from the National University of Ireland-Galway and a 10-minute drive from popular attractions like the Millennium Children's Park. Public transport options are readily available, enhancing accessibility.
Rooms
Foyles Hotel features 25 en-suite bedrooms that maintain high standards of comfort. All double rooms include orthopedic zip and link beds designed to enhance guest relaxation. Each room is equipped with flat-screen TVs, direct dial telephones, and tea/coffee making facilities.
Eat & Drink
The Marconi restaurant at Foyles Hotel emphasizes fresh, seasonal ingredients sourced locally, specializing in seafood and traditional Irish dishes. The dining area is rich in interesting artifacts reflecting the history of Connemara. Guests can expect professional service and creative cooking in a relaxed atmosphere.
Leisure & Business
Guests can engage in various leisure activities, including horse riding, windsurfing, and diving, all easily accessible from the hotel. Mullarkey's Bar offers live music featuring national and international acts, creating a vibrant social atmosphere. Secure off-street parking is available for convenience.
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Facilities
General
- Non-smoking rooms
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- No pets allowed
- Baggage storage
Sports & Fitness
- Wind surfing
- Diving
- Hiking
- Horseback riding
- Cycling
- Darts
- Mini golf
- Fishing
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Room service
- Housekeeping
Dining
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Picnic area/ Tables
Business
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Children's menu
Spa & Leisure
- Live entertainment
- Garden area
Room features
- Heating
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Location
Reviews and Ratings
This hotel has a superb location, right in the center of Clifden, within walking distance to other bars and restaurants. The rooms offer great facilities with a massive bath and a shower in the en suite. However, there is no chair or stand for clothes which would have been useful. The service was excellent, and the dining experience with individually served meals was top-notch. The hotel is situated conveniently near a supermarket and the Marconi restaurant.
The hotel boasts spacious and well-equipped rooms with a massive bath as well as a shower in the en suite. The facilities are great and the bed is very comfortable, but having a chair or stand for clothes would have been useful.
I had a wonderful stay at this hotel! The location was superb, right in the town center within walking distance to bars and restaurants. The rooms were comfortable, and the service was exceptional. However, I wish there was a chair or stand for clothes in the room. The dining experience was great with individually served meals, but there could have been more self-service food options available. Overall, it was excellent value for money.
I absolutely loved my stay at this hotel! The location is perfect, right in the heart of Clifden with everything you need within walking distance. The rooms are cozy and feature a comfortable bed and a luxurious en suite with a massive bath and shower. The facilities are top-notch, and overall, it's a great place to stay. However, having a chair or stand for clothes in the room would have been really useful.
I was pleasantly surprised by my stay at this hotel. The rooms were well-equipped with a massive bath and a shower in the en suite, though a chair or stand for clothes would have been useful. The facilities were great, and the bed was super comfortable. The service was top-notch, and I was very pleased. The location in the center of Clifden was perfect for exploring the town and enjoying Marconi's restaurant nearby.
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