Perched by the ocean, The Ballyliffin Lodge and Spa offers a tranquil retreat with 36 holes of golf, a scenic garden, and an indoor pool. Unwind at Rock Crystal Spa or connect with free in-room WiFi; enjoy ocean views at Jacks Bar and Restaurant or cozy up by the fireplace in the lobby. With helpful staff on hand to assist you throughout your stay.
Reviews
9.09.0 out of 10
Wonderful
Popular amenities
Gym
Bar
Pool
Airport transfer
Spa
24/7 front desk
Main amenities
Daily housekeeping
Near the beach
Restaurant and bar/lounge
Full-service spa
Indoor pool
Breakfast available
Health club
Sauna
Steam room
Children's pool
Hot tub
Room service
For families
Babysitting (surcharge)
Children's pool
Children's club (surcharge)
Playground on site
Private bathroom
Garden
The current price is $122
$122
includes taxes & fees
$107 per night
Feb 27 - Feb 28
Room options
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Superior Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom
Highlights
Balcony
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
377 sq ft
Ocean view
Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bed
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Basic Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Accessible
Highlights
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Sleeps 2
2 Twin Beds
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Superior Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Balcony
Highlights
Balcony or patio
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible
Highlights
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
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Letterkenny (LTR-Letterkenny Airfield) - 55 min drive
Londonderry (LDY-City of Derry) - 58 min drive
Belfast International Airport (BFS) - 116 min drive
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
Caffe Banba - 10 min drive
Claire The Baker's - 11 min drive
Lily's Bar and Tea Room - 13 min drive
Nancy's Barn - 3 min walk
The Butterbean B&B - 11 min drive
About this property
The Ballyliffin Lodge and Spa
Adjacent to a golf course, The Ballyliffin Lodge and Spa is a great choice for a stay in Ballyliffin. You can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant and visit the spa to be pampered with hot stone massages, body wraps, or aromatherapy. An indoor pool, a bar/lounge, and a health club are other highlights. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.
Languages
English
Property amenities
Food and drink
Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:00 AM–10:00 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee/tea in a common area
Barbecue grills
Room service
Snack bar/deli
Traveling with children
Children's club (surcharge)
Children's pool
Playground
Babysitting (surcharge)
Children's menu
What to do
Fitness classes
Beach nearby
Bicycle rentals nearby
Ecotours nearby
Golf lessons nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horse riding nearby
Wildlife drive nearby
Sailing nearby
Snorkeling nearby
Working away
Business center
Meeting rooms
Conference center (5382 square feet of space)
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Hair salon
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Pool loungers
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Fireplace in lobby
Television in common areas
Health club
Adjacent to a golf course
An indoor pool
Arcade/game room
Full-service spa
Hot tub
Sauna
Massage/treatment rooms
Steam room
Reception hall
Accessibility
Elevator
Wheelchair accessible
Raised toilet seat
Low-height counter/sink
Grab bar near toilet
Bathroom emergency pull cord
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Home comfort
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
Food and drink
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Special features
Spa
Rock Crystal Spa has 3 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include hot stone massages, Swedish massages, facials, and body wraps. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a hot tub, and a steam room. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy.
Dining
Jacks Bar and Restaurant - Overlooking the ocean and golf course, this pub specializes in Irish cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. A children's menu is available.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 14 per person
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
Children & extra beds
Babysitting is available for an extra charge
Children's club access is available for an extra charge
Parking
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
Policies
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards.
Also known as
Ballyliffin Lodge
Lodge Ballyliffin
Ballyliffin Hotel Ballyliffin
Ballyliffin Hotel Donegal
Ballyliffin Lodge And Spa Hotel
Ballyliffin Lodge Hotel
Ballyliffin Spa Hotel
The Ballyliffin Lodge Spa
The Ballyliffin Ballyliffin
The Ballyliffin Lodge and Spa Hotel
The Ballyliffin Lodge and Spa Ballyliffin
The Ballyliffin Lodge and Spa Hotel Ballyliffin
Frequently asked questions
Does The Ballyliffin Lodge and Spa offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Ballyliffin Lodge and Spa does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at The Ballyliffin Lodge and Spa?
Yes, there's an indoor pool and a children's pool.
Are pets allowed at The Ballyliffin Lodge and Spa?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at The Ballyliffin Lodge and Spa?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by The Ballyliffin Lodge and Spa?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Ballyliffin Lodge and Spa?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
Is there an onsite casino at The Ballyliffin Lodge and Spa?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Star Amusements (20-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at The Ballyliffin Lodge and Spa and nearby?
Have fun with activities like cycling, hiking, and horseback riding, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation onsite includes fitness classes. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and soothe your senses in the hot tub. The Ballyliffin Lodge and Spa also has an indoor pool, a sauna, and a steam room, as well as an arcade, a picnic area, and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near The Ballyliffin Lodge and Spa?
Yes, Jacks Bar and Restaurant offers Irish cuisine and garden views.
What's the area around The Ballyliffin Lodge and Spa like?
The Ballyliffin Lodge and Spa is located on the waterfront.
Popular attractions include Ballyliffin Golf Course, which is 4 minutes away by car.
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
9.2/10
Amenities
9.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 31, 2025
David
David, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 30, 2025
Loved the place service was brilliant as was the hotel and location, we'll be back soon
Paul
Paul, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Jan 30, 2025
Another superb stay at Ballyliffin Lodge!
We had a 2 night stay in late January and thoroughly enjoyed our visit. Our superior room was warm, clean and very comfortable with excellent views across the bay.
We dined both nights in Jack's bar and the food was delicious. Served hot with good portion sizes and a reasonably priced bottle of house wine. The bar staff were very attentive and efficient.
A special mention to Helen who looked after us so well at breakfast time....such a lovely lady and a real asset to the hotel.
David
David, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 22, 2025
Outstanding
Just great food, stunning views, really excellent staff.
Alun
Alun, 2-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 13, 2024
Excellent value for money. Rooms spacious and comfortable. Food excellent.
JANET
JANET, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
Nov 1, 2024
Unfriendly uninviting and cold …
bernadette
bernadette, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
Oct 26, 2024
Robert
Robert, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 22, 2024
Love this place! Excellent location! Beautiful views. Great food and accommodations. Entire staff was friendly and courteous. Great access to points of interest in area. Highly recommended!
Mickey
Mickey, 4-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
Oct 10, 2024
I liked the property but room could use with updating. TV’s were terrible and more like an old computer monitor. Staff person at checkin was not super helpful but other staff members were good. I would stay there again.
Anne
Anne, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 4, 2024
Kevin
Kevin, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Sep 19, 2024
Kevin
Kevin, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 17, 2024
We had a lovely time at The Lodge celebrating our 53 wedding anniversary
Rosemary
Rosemary, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 11, 2024
Great stay at Ballyliffin Lodge!
Excellent hotel. Thoroughly recommend it. Lovely spot, great value, good service and hotel very clean
WG
WG, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 4, 2024
Lovely hotel great staff and facilities
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 4, 2024
Elizabeth
Elizabeth, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 1, 2024
Friendly staff. Nice breakfast. Comfortable room.
Albert
Albert, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
Aug 19, 2024
The noise from wedding receptions on both nights of our stay did not match our need for a restful weekend.
Jackie
Jackie, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 9, 2024
Room was very dated and tv was ancient, however great location.
Noel
Noel, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
Jul 27, 2024
The property is very nice, but their policies are not. Be very aware that this place does a lot of special events and when those special events take place, room guests are treated like second class citizens Noise till 1pm, no parking….I needed to park 1/4 mile away. The staff and manager could care less. I would never stay there again.
Joseph
Joseph, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 23, 2024
Lovely clean and tidy hotel, staff very helpful, food excellent, pool area clean and tidy. Have already recommended to family and friends.
Neal
Neal, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Jul 11, 2024
Rooms were spotless. Lack of towels in the gym
Joanie
Joanie, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
Jul 5, 2024
Barry
Barry, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Jul 4, 2024
This hotel is in a great location with wonderful views.
It is family owned and has a warm and friendly ambience.
The facilities are good overall, although some aspects are a little tired.
The pool is pleasant.
Breakfasts are excellent, and we also enjoyed the food from the bar menu.
Staff are mist helpful.
Robert
Robert, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Jun 28, 2024
Will definitely return
Amazing hotel and spa with phenomenal views out to sea. Small village with few amenities so hire car essential. It’s VERY popular as a wedding venue and evenings can be loud music with drunken guests banging doors until the small hours. That said, reception apologised on check out and gave a generous credit as compensation.
Marc
Marc, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 21, 2024
Very nice stay
Lovely hotel with friendly atmosphere. Well recommended.