Popped by this small town pub for dinner and had a lovely experience…read more It was a cold day and we were happy to be seated right by their little fireplace for a cozy dinner. We both ordered Guinness to start and then I got the fish and chips for my dinner. The fish was a huge battered fillet and was pitch perfect. The chips were basic but fine. For a little dessert nightcap, we both got their Irish coffee which was good. The service was kind and the prices were reasonable. Get to it!

Casual friendly atmosphere. The fish & chips were good. They were served with mushy peas which…read morewere delicious! The vegetable soup was good served with brown bread. All in all a good meal & good service.

Absolutely outstanding! So welcoming! The ambience was…read moreamazing, the food delicious. Would recommend to all tourist and locals. So enjoyed our visit! My aunt grew up in Galway so maybe I'm a bit biased

This review is a combination of two visits to Wild Honey over the past year. Wild Honey is an award…read morewinning establishment with a nationally recognized husband and wife ownership. The husband chef prepares excellent, imaginative dishes. I wish I could say that the food was worth the experience of what a previous reviewer in 2013 described as "shambolic service". My experience both times was a reasonably prompt seating. Then you wait... and wait. In the locally excellent and competitive fine dining scene this really must improve. In our visit last October the dining room was overly heated. This added to a sense of ennui by the time our mains arrived. The food is worth the visit. I wish the service matched the skills in the kitchen.

By far the best B&B I've ever stayed in! Beautifully…read morerenovated old little house right next to the city center. Even got a little garden right at the river. The owner is a sweetheart and serves a basic but really good breakfast!

It's not the easiest place to find, but St. Martin's is absolutely worth it! Myself and my partner…read moredrove around for quite a while and began to feel we'd never find the place, but the locals are more than happy to give directions and getting a little bit lost is part of the fun of traveling. Once you do find it, St. Martin's is perfect. Mary is a wonderful hostess. She is so friendly and more than happy to give you advice on where to go and what to see. Her breakfast was fantastic. And her brown bread was the best we had in Ireland. I wish I could have some right now. The location is perfect for Galway, just a two minute walk over the bridge to the center of town. It has all the benefits of being right in the city, like walking to the pubs and shops and easy access to all the city's sights, but since it's just over the bridge, it's quiet too... and we were there on Friday and Saturday nights. Our room was very comfortable and the bathroom clean. We ate breakfast looking out on Mary's beautiful garden with Galway just beyond. It couldn't have been a better experience. I only hope we'll have a chance to stay their again.

What a beautiful place to stay if your in Doolin!!! Susan is amazing and will give you what ever…read moretips or information your needing. Her rooms are beautifully kept and her and her two friends serve up an amazingly delicious breakfast with the perfect views! We were there with a group of 7 and she didn't blink an eye, made us feel at home and so welcoming.

I had little to no expectations for a BNB experience as I had never stayed in one before…read more After staying with Susan I imagine that this experience will set the bar to which I judge others in the future. The bnb itself is absolutely beautiful and very cozy. All the rooms come with their own ensuite bathroom and everything in the room itself is quite updated with little modern conveniences (she even included an outlet converter in case we needed another or if someone forgot theirs which was especially handy). She welcomed us with drinks (fantastic bailey's coffee for me, and a beer for my beau) and breakfast the next day was just fantastic -- I would recommend the smoked salmon with scrambled eggs, but the omelette looks very delicious as well. If you're in Doolin you hands down have to book a stay with Susan.

Wow! This place is just what we imagined when planning our trip to Ireland. The B&B is set on a…read morehill overlooking a quaint village with a single row of brightly colored cottages leading through idyllic fields (there is even a white horse leisurely living in the field below). From the small back deck you can look over this town all the way to the high cliffs that drop into the ocean, creating picturesque views of the orange, red and pink sunset. We arrived to a small sign personally welcoming us. Niall and Darra treated us like family while we stayed at their house and even dined at their table. They were personally acquainted with the entire area and gave us honest recommendations for spending our days there. We were able to see the Cliffs without crowds because of their directions. We then had the perfect dinner of local food at Roadford House where we walked along stonewalls past cows, horses, and sheep to the intimate dining room overlooking pastures. We ended the night by enjoying local music at O'Connor's Pub just a minute walk from the Sea View. We would highly recommend staying at the Sea View for at least a few nights on your trip to Ireland. Thanks again Darra and Niall, Ryan and Cristina

My husband and I stayed at Sea View House a few years ago and we can't wait to go back! Darra and…read moreNiall were such wonderful hosts. The rooms (we stayed in more than one), the food, the hospitality and the views were all just perfect. If we could give them more stars, we would. We are looking into flights to go back and I had to look up this amazing B&B because we will absolutely be making a reservation on our upcoming trip! We were so engrossed and enamored in our first experience in Ireland, and neither of us did reviews, but I feel like I need to say WE ADORE SEA VIEW HOUSE!! We are very much looking forward to another visit!!

I took my first trip to Ireland, this past September for my cousins wedding. My boyfriend and I too…read morethis as the perfect opportunity to explore. It has been 7 months since we've returned and our favorite stories & memories were spent in County Clare; specifically being a guest at the Ballinsheen B&B. The B&B encompasses everything that is beautiful about Ireland. Mary was so wonderful, so kind, so friendly, and patient (We got lost and she stayed up and guided us). She also makes a KILLER breakfast - with all local ingredients, herbs from her garden, & eggs from her chicken. After breakfast, Mary will let you know ALL the sites you should visit, the best way to get there, local parking spots when going to the Cliffs of Mohr, the perfumery and chocolatier that is tucked away in the Burren. She has such a deep love of this country side and knowledge of its history. While in town, DEFINITELY go to Kieran's (also a Mary recommendation). Kieran's is the perfect Irish pub. Bartenders are rad. Local Musicians roam in and start to play music to a crowd eager to sing along. They have THE BEST seafood stew in all of Ireland (salmon smoked on location). It was a dream! I know we will definitely will be going back to Ireland for a visit. When we do, we will definitely be spending more time at this heavenly Ballinsheen B&B and hidden gem of a town. ... oh! And we will be back in September - during The Match Making Festival!!!

Excellent B&B, highly recommended. Mary is a superb host, always wanting to please and focused upon…read moreher guests. Just mention that you are thinking of going to see something, and she is on the phone to make reservations or immediately giving you directions. The rooms are large and comfortable, with nice sitting chairs and comfortable beds. Nice rooms downstairs available for your use as well. Gardens surrounding the house are lovely and extremely well kept. Breakfast was outstanding, with a nicely varied selection, fresh cut fruit every morning, freshly baked banana & soda bread, and all the coffee or tea you care to have. Lisdoonvarna is also a nice town to stay in with a variety of places and pubs to eat at within easy walking distance. Most pubs also have live music in the evening. Easy driving distance to Galway, Cliffs of Mohair, and other day trips. Highly recommended, you won't find a nicer place to stay in the area.

If you ever want to treat yourself to something wonder. This is the place to do it. One of the most…read moreamazing places that I've ever been. The service and views are beyond descriptions. First class accommodations and the food is remarkable. Nice and quite and worth every penny.

NY'er farmers were looking for something different than pub food and found it. Exquisite setting -…read morea beautiful hotel and restaurant with lovely flower gardens and a nice walk to the Atlantic. Staff was extremely attentive and friendly. We started the evening with their honor bar, a nice cocktail we made ourselves in their upstairs sitting room with a beautiful view out to the sea. Dinner is a preselected six course. They asked for restrictions, we had none. Attention to detail with seasonal locally procured ingredients was fantastic - example, sweet grilled leeks were a highlight and showed up in multiple variations. Delicious courses presented with attention to detail. Was tough to finish everything...rich dishes add up quickly. Our one downside was the music - not a fan of spa music. Irish ballads would've been better. Still, worth a five - a supreme effort.

If I made a list of my favorite home-away-from-home comforts, Heron's Rest would cater to just…read moreabout every one. First, this charming boutique B&B is steps away from Quay Street--no need for a car or taxi. There are too many great restaurants and bars so close by that it's a shame I couldn't visit them all. It's also in walking distance to the bus stop that takes you to the Aran Island ferries. Sorcha Malloy, the owner and hostess has an eye for creating clean, cozy, minimalist spaces in the historic buildings that make up the Heron's Rest. Rooms are outfitted with down pillows, crisp sheets, and comfy white duvets with splashes of color from a vintage table cloth or Indian silk throw. Coffee and tea are provided, as is a rockin' crystal decanter of port for a pre-bedtime nip. The view from every room is gorgeous--swans, fishing boats, and the B&B's namesake (Arthur the Heron) float in the Galway Bay just a few feet away from your window. Rooms are stocked with robes, slippers, hair dryers, and a TV (I didn't watch the tube but noticed it was small--if TV is important to you when you travel, this place might not be for you). The bathrooms are stocked with natural bath products. Bathrooms have been renovated and are modern; showers have plenty of hot water. The two single rooms share a bath but Sorcha had plans to renovate that floor making one large room with private bath. All other rooms have their own bath. I saved the best for last--breakfast. Sorcha is a trained chef and the breakfasts were some of the best meals we had in Ireland. We started with a cheese tray featuring local cheeses, honey, and spreads. There were homemade savory scones and red currant & lemon muffins to die for. Each guest received a pot of freshly-made espresso (or tea) and a pitcher of steamed milk. Then Sorcha brought out freshly-squeezed OJ and an incredible fruit bowl with seasonal fruit (ours had kiwi, watermelon, blackberries, red currants, pomegranate seeds, strawberries--I could go on...). Local yogurt and flax were offered, too. And those were just our starters--next we chose between breakfast burritos with avocado and homemade salsa, local salmon-topped eggs Benedict, banana pancakes with creme fraiche, and a few other creatively inspired breakfast treats. Needless to say, breakfast carried us through each day until cocktail hour around 4:00. Prices were reasonable, especially given the gourmet food we were treated to. My friend and I paid $90 USD a night for private single rooms and we shared a bath. Our other friend splurged, wanting a double room with private bath, and paid around $180 (it would have been $100 a person for two people sharing). There was also free wireless throughout the inn. Finally, there are a few things I should note that didn't bother me but might bother some. Like I mentioned, don't expect high-def TV with cable; the inn is in the heart of Galway so some might find the streets a little loud (my white noise app blocked it all); and the rooms I saw were small based on what Americans are used to. Do yourself a favor and skip Galway chains like Jury's Inn or the Radisson and experience the charming Heron's Rest Inn!

A group of friends and I just returned from an advenure to Ireland. We stayed at The Heron's Nest…read morefor 3 nights and couldn't be more pleased. The house is in a wonderful location, as it overlooks the water for a peaceful retreat. However, it is just a short walk to shopping and anything else you could possibly want to experience. Sorcha was the perfect hostess and prepares the most incredible meals anyone could ever want. Her training as a chef was witnessed, as she prepared breakfast for us each morning, and we were never dissappointed. I tried a different breakfast each morning and they were each outstanding. You will not be dissappointed if you stay here. It was more that I imagined it would be. If I ever make it back to Ireland and Galway, I will definitely stay here again. Thank you Sorcha!

Excellent accommodation in LImerick. Rooms / Parking and…read moreespecially breakfast was fantastic. Close to all amenities...walking distance. Would recommend to anyone wishing to stay in limerick. Best Bed and Breakfast in Limerick.