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Connemara
Co. Galway |
 193KM to Shannon Airport
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Description
Set in 350 acres of woodland in the heart of Connemara; Ballynahinch Castle Hotel is a four star luxury hotel that is steeped in local history. The hotel prides itself on providing guests with a casual country elegance that few will forget.
Additional Features
There are 40 luxuriously appointed rooms at Ballynahinch Castle Hotel which have been decorated and furnished to reflect the Castle's history. Choose from an elegant standard; superior or luxury bedroom or a Riverside suite. Standard rooms which are situated in the main part of the house have views of the mountains; river or courtyard. Each room has a private bathroom; TV and direct dial telephone. Superior Rooms have four poster beds; a sitting area and views of the river. Luxury Rooms and Riverside Suites; which are located in the riverside wing; have king size beds; luxury bathroom; private dressing area and dressing gown and slippers are provided. These rooms enjoy views of the river and woodland. There are many leisure activities that can be enjoyed at Ballynahinch Castle Hotel. Pony trekking on the beach can be arranged at reception and the walking centre provides guided walks through the Twelve Bens mountains. Ballynahinch Fishery is known as one of the finest salmon and sea trout rivers in Ireland. The hotel also has 13;000 acres of prime woodcock shooting which is held from November through to the end of January.
Area Description
Ballynahinch Castle Hotel is situated in 350 acres of woodlands; rivers and walks and overlooks the Ballynahinch Salmon River. The Twelve Bens Mountain Range surround the hotel. It is ideally situated to enjoy the scenery and landscape of Connemara and there are several golf courses in the area including the Connemara Championship Links Course.
Dining Facilities
The Owenmore Restaurant at the hotel has a splendid panoramic view overlooking the beautiful Ballynahinch River. Here the finest local ingredients are used to procude a carefully prepared menu; which is complimented by an impressive wine list. "Full Irish Breakfast is included in our rate".
Local Attractions
Connemara has a wealth of beautiful scenery and major sights include the Connemara National Park. The 5;000 acres of bogland; lakes and moutains which make up the park provide some of the most spectaular landscapes in Ireland and are home to the Connemara ponies. Clifden is the largest town in the area with several shops; a bank; pretty craft and coffee shops and is a good starting point to enjoy the scenic Sky Road Drive. Built in 1868; Kylemore Abbey is now home to the Irish Benedictine Nuns but visitors can enjoy the beautiful gardens and there is a restaurant and craft shop. There are many fine beaches in the area such as the well-known beach; Dog's Bay and Gurteen Bay. The Irish speaking Aran Islands are well worth a day trip. The islands have a rich ancient history and can be reached by a short ferry crossing from Rossaveal on the Connemara coast.
Location Description
Ballynahinch Castle Hotel is in Connemara; in the West of Ireland. Knock International Airport is within easy driving distance.
Hotel Amenities
- TELEPHONE
- LOUNGE/BAR
- FREE PARKING
- TV
- HAIR DRYER
- COFFEE/TEA MAKER
- FULL BREAKFAST
- 24 HOUR SECURITY
- SECURED PARKING
- MOUNTAIN VIEW
- TENNIS COURTS
- CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST
- WAKE UP SERVICE
- PRIVATE BATH OR SHOWER
- IRONING BD/TROUSER PRES
- RESTAURANT
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