Most Clifden hotels reflect the charm and beauty of the surrounding Connemara countryside.  The following three hotels are fine examples of how hotels in the west of Ireland have raised their game to provide excellent service, rooms and dining to match the charming scenery.

The Abbeyglen Castle Hotel is an impressive & authentic old Irish castle on the hills overlooking Clifden town. The castle has been lovingly updated over the decades, without reducing the opulence of the style and interior decor. As you would expect, all guest rooms are uniquely appointed with individual furnishings throughout with rooms at the castle’s front face sporting the best views of the gardens.

Residents and non-residents are also drawn to the castle’s spa & beauty services, the fine dining in the restaurant or merely to explore the expansive gardens and grounds which make for an enjoyable walk.

For those seeking something a little more tranquil, and a little further from town, the Rock Glen Country House is a 5-star hotel set away from the village. The hotel has a relaxing ambiance about it with panoramic views out across Clifden bay. Guest rooms are large, clean and comfortable with some also featuring balconies.

Guests are close enough to town to ramble in to one of the Clifden eateries but the Rock Glen restaurant is popular (with guests & locals) for its wholesome Irish cuisine so is well worth a try, at least for their hearty breakfasts.

Heading out town you will find the 3-star family run Ardagh Hotel. The hotels large double/twin rooms have all the modern facilities any well traveled tourist could hope for. With plenty of fishing spots and golf clubs within a short drive of the hotel it proves popular in the high season and its award winning restaurant is a great spot for lunch/evening meals.

Traveling to Clifden Ireland is an adventure in itself due to remoteness of this small country town. Thankfully, the trek is worth it once you experience the warm hospitality in the areas hotels and the great cuisine they have to offer.