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Cliff House Hotel

Cliff Road, Ballybunion, Ireland
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Cliff House Hotel
Ranked #1 of 2 hotels in Ballybunion
4.5 of 5 stars 32 Reviews
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Dublin
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012 NEW

For our annual golf trip we stayed for four nights at the Cliff House Hotel in Ballybunion and couldn't reccommend it high enough. I have stayed in many 5 star hotels and for different reasons I would put this hotel right up there. Although it is a 3 *** Hotel the owner Kevin and his wife Fiona run a very... More

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Co. Clare Ireland
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 September 2011
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Stayed in the Cliff House Hotel for 4 nights during race week (September 2011). Having stayed in a number of hotels across Ireland and Internationally this hotel equals the standard of a 5 star hotel. We had dinner in the restaurant one evening and the food was superb! What makes this hotel unique is their amazing staff, they couldn't do... More

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Fionamary O'Callaghan, Manager at Cliff House Hotel, responded to this review
14 November 2011

Dear Guest, Thank you for you lovely comments on The Cliff House Hotel, I remember chatting with you on the morning of your departure when you personally complimented me on food and indeed the amazing staff, I have to agree we have wonderful team here at the hotel. We look forward to having you back in the hotel again. Kind... More

neston,wirral,england
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38 reviews 38 reviews
Reviews in 30 cities Reviews in 30 cities
50 helpful votes 50 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 September 2011
1
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Stayed here for 4 nights with National Holidays. The hotel is in a prime position, & we had a balcony room overlooking Ballybunion beach. The room was clean & a good size, the en-suite was very good. The only problem with the rooms were the paper thin walls, we were kept awake from 5.30am on the first morning by a... More

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Fionamary O'Callaghan, Manager at Cliff House Hotel, responded to this review
14 November 2011

Dear Guest, Thank you for taking the time to provide your feedback regarding our hotel. I am certainly disappointed that your night’s sleep was not all that it could have been. Our standard procedure in this event would be to offer you an upgraded room away from the snoring guest. I am sorry that our bread & butter pudding was... More

Leeds, United Kingdom
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 August 2011
2
people found this review helpful

Went with National Holidays, Superb five day trip would recommend it , Alan our driver couldn't do enough, and his knowledge about the area made up a great deal of the enjoyment of the trip. But back to the hotel we arrive about 8-30 pm a full three meal was waiting for us our bags were in our room by... More

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Fionamary O'Callaghan, Manager at Cliff House Hotel, responded to this review
14 November 2011

Dear Guest, Thank you for your lovely comments about the Cliff House Hotel, The staff always appreciate it when the good service they provide is noticed and more so when it is posted on trip advisor ! I have to agree a smile goes along way ! Once again, thank you for your lovely comments. We look forward to having... More

Derbyshire
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 August 2011

The cliff house is a superb hotel located right beside the beach . It Is family run and the staff outstanding . The food rivals any top London restaurant and the bar is full of atmosphere - highly recommended . More

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Fionamary O'Callaghan, Manager at Cliff House Hotel, responded to this review
14 November 2011

Dear Guest, Thank you for your lovely comments about the Cliff House Hotel, We are indeed a family run business and work hard with the team of Chef’s in the kitchen and the wonderful young ladies & gents that serve you to make sure that each person receives that excellent service that we pride ourselves on, so thank you for... More

Cork, Ireland
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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 August 2011
1
person found this review helpful

A fine restaurant with stunning views over Ballybunion beech. Food and service is excellent. More

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Fionamary O'Callaghan, Manager at Cliff House Hotel, responded to this review
14 November 2011

Dear Guest, Thank you for your lovely words about our restaurant in the Cliff House Hotel, The team of Chef’s in the kitchen are always delighted to be acknowledged for their hard work as do the young ladies & gents that serve you ! So thank you so much for your wonderful comments. We look forward to having you back... More

Crestview FL
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 July 2011
2
people found this review helpful

we screwed up our hotel plans and arraved here hopeing to find a room. They were wonderful to us. They had a nice pub. They made special arrangments for our 6am early breakfast (normaly they serve at 830am) to ensure we would make our golf time. They were so nice and it is only a few minutes to the course.... More

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Fionamary O'Callaghan, Manager at Cliff House Hotel, responded to this review
14 November 2011

Dear Guest, Thank you for your lovely comments about the Cliff House Hotel, I remember serving you and your two sons breakfast on the morning you had the early tee-time at Ballybunion, and I have to say that you ware equally as delightful to me, so thank you too! I am delighted that you enjoyed the views of the beach... More

MELBOURNE AUSTRALIA
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 June 2011
4
people found this review helpful

Lovely Hotel.Fiona our wonderful host could not have done more to make our stay more enjoyable. Our room was delighful with great views of the beautiful Ballybunion beach. Food & service both of the highest standard. Thanks again to the hard working Fiona. Highly recommend More

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Fionamary O'Callaghan, Manager at Cliff House Hotel, responded to this review
14 November 2011

Dear Guest, Thank you for your lovely comments about the Cliff House Hotel, and indeed about myself ! it was a pleasure to take care of you for the one night, I am delighted you enjoyed both our food and the stunning views from the hotel. I trust you returned safely to Australia. Thank you again for taking the time... More

Boston, Massachusetts
1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 November 2010
2
people found this review helpful

Ireland is famous for their hospitality, but this family run hotel takes the cake! Beautifully located, nice style, but what is most important, the service and the friendly atmosphere make you feel just like at home... or even better! :) Thank you so much for the kindness; my brief stay was one of the highlights of my trip to the... More

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Dublin, Ireland
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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 September 2010

had a brilliant weekend in this hotel for a recent golf break..Fiona and her staff can't do enough for you... nothing is too much trouble for them...all you have to do is ask..well worth a visit... More

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Address: Cliff Road, Ballybunion, Ireland

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