Connemara Sands Hotel & Spa

–Excellent location - show map
+173 photos
Scored 8.9
Rated fabulous

About this property

Offering a private beach area, Connemara Sands is located in Mannin Bay, just a 10-minute drive from Clifden. Free WiFi access is available and the property offers free parking. The rooms have tea/coffee making facilities. Featuring a shower, private bathroom also comes with a bath or shower and a hairdryer. Extras include a sofa, a desk and a safety deposit box. At Connemara Sands you will find a garden and a terrace. Other facilities offered at the property include an ironing service. The hotel is 4 km from Alcock & Brown Memorial.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Room service
  • Beachfront
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
  • Private beach area

Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

  • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

  • Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

  • Top pick by families with children

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Gluten-free, American

  • Free private parking available at the hotel

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Availability

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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Colin
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“An excellent hotel. Great location,friendly staff and fantastic food. The rooms are a good size,spotlessly clean with wonderful views. The restaurant is exceptional.”
Colette
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Beautiful setting with its own beach. Sauna and swim was great and the food was great!”
Amanda
Ireland Ireland
“Loved everything. This is the 2nd year in a row we have stayed here and it is a piece of heaven.”
Ann
Ireland Ireland
“The food in the Connemara Sands Hotel and Spa was excellent. The bed was very comfortable and the staff were lovely. The location is beautiful and the scenery on the last part of the journey there is stunning. I treated myself to the deluxe...”
Laura
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The location is stunning. The house was spotlessly clean with good amenities. The shower was nice and hot. The breakfast was superb. The staff were so welcoming and friendly. Would stay again tomorrow if I could!”
Olivia
Germany Germany
“Food was amazing, super friendly atmosphere and very child friendly”
Ger
Ireland Ireland
“The location is in a beautiful area of Connemara. The staff were extremely friendly and helpful. Food was delicious.”
Ava
Ireland Ireland
“Views were incredible ! Staff were lovely ! Food was incredible !”
Jane
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Beautiful location. Staff were all very friendly and helpful. Food in bar area was very good and well priced. Great breakfast, freshly cooked. Stayed in a superior suite which was very comfortable”
Daniel
Ireland Ireland
“We have stayed here on a number of occasions. We've returned again & immediately we're relaxed. The Staff are only fab, friendly in that real Irish way. The food is only magic - never fails! At the back of the Hotel is the most fabulous Beach -...”

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
Sands Bar
  • Open for
    Brunch • Dinner
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly
  • Dietary options
    Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

House rules

Connemara Sands Hotel & Spa takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 16:00 to 23:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 08:00 to 12:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 12 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Groups
When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Connemara Sands Hotel & Spa in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.