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Ballynahinch Castle Hotel

4.0 star property
Riverwalk hotel with free breakfast and a sauna

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Front of property - evening/night
Exterior
Breakfast and dinner served, garden views
Serves lunch and dinner
Boating

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Double Room, River View

Highlights

Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • 43 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Luxury Double or Twin Room, River View

Highlights

Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • 43 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Classic Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Classic Double or Twin Room, River View

Highlights

Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • 32 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
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About the neighborhood

Located in Ballynahinch, Ballynahinch Castle Hotel is in a rural area and on the riverwalk. Connemara Championship Links and Connemara Championship Golf Links are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Derryclare Nature Reserve and Twelve Bens Mountain Range. Kayaking, scuba diving, and snorkeling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Recess, Ballynahinch, Galway

What's nearby

  • Dan O'Hara's Connemara Heritage and History Centre - 6 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Clifden Castle - 13 min drive - 14.2 km
  • Sky Road - 14 min drive - 14.2 km
  • Kylemore Abbey - 33 min drive - 36.3 km
  • Connemara National Park - 35 min drive - 32.7 km

Restaurants

  • ‪O'Dowds - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Fisherman's pub - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Bogbean Café - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Joyce's Bar - ‬10 min drive
  • Owenmore Restaurant

About this property

Ballynahinch Castle Hotel

Luxury upscale hotel by the river
You can look forward to free full breakfast, a terrace, and a firepit at Ballynahinch Castle Hotel. Adventurous travelers may like the fishing, hiking/biking, and ecotours at this hotel. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna. The on-site restaurant, Owenmore Restaurant, offers breakfast, dinner, and garden views. In addition to a garden and a library, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Free self parking
  • Free bicycle rentals, an electric car charging station, and babysitting (surcharge)
  • A living plant wall, a front-desk safe, and a gift shop
Room features
All guestrooms at Ballynahinch Castle Hotel include thoughtful touches such as 24-hour room service and bathrobes, as well as amenities like free WiFi and safes.
Extra amenities include:
  • Tubs or showers and free toiletries
  • TVs with digital channels
  • Electric kettles, heating, and daily housekeeping

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Relais & Chateaux.

Languages

English, French, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Fishermans Pub
  • Owenmore Restaurant

Things to do

  • Books
  • Ecotours
  • Fishing
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Library
  • Sauna

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • On a river
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • No elevator

More

  • 3 floors
  • Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Banquet hall
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Living plant wall
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property uses solar energy

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

National rating

Rating provided by Fáilte Ireland, the National Tourism Development Authority of Ireland, source of official star ratings for accommodation.

Property is also known as

Ballynahinch Castle
Ballynahinch Castle Hotel
Ballynahinch Hotel
Castle Ballynahinch
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Hotel Ballynahinch Castle
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Frequently asked questions

Is Ballynahinch Castle Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Ballynahinch Castle Hotel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Ballynahinch Castle Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Ballynahinch Castle Hotel?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Ballynahinch Castle Hotel located?

Situated on the riverwalk, this luxury hotel is 2 mi (3.3 km) from Twelve Bens Mountain Range and 3.1 mi (5 km) from Dan O'Hara's Connemara Heritage and History Centre. Glendollach Lough and Loughbeg are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Ballynahinch Castle Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 143 out of 175 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 27 out of 175 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 175 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 175 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 175 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely stunning!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dylan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra B

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Malia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Grace

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Colleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Best part of my trip. Had a two hour tour of the estate with Greg well worth the time and money.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property set in a wonderful landscape with helpful well-trained staff
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The most charming, warm and tastefully decorated hotel. Excellent character and most comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Majella

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We have stayed at this hotel many many times over the past 15 years. Our overnight stay was great as usual.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
So comfortable, very relaxed, no formalities - such a pleasure! Will definitely be back.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Matt, Seattle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019