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.

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!

Wow! Didnt think by the location it would be any good but boy was I wrong. Close by a bunch of…read morelocal type pubs with awesome locals. Very walkable to the city shopping strip and waterfront 5 minutes away. Breakfast was great from what I ate. Drank wayyyyyyy too much the night before with a local dude named Mouse and his posse. Super clean rooms and the owner has great memorabilia from the days this was a family pub. Cant wait to return!

Excellent spot. Liam could not be more personable and helpful. The place is old, but it's very…read moreclean with plenty of charm. There's plenty of room to park your car and it's just a short walk to the bars and restaurants along the river. You can talk to Martin in the laundry out back about having your clothes washed while you go out. Great guy. If your traveling through Sligo this is a great stopover.

Very nice guesthouse. Siobhan our host was so welcoming, we really enjoyed our stay here. The room…read morewas nice and warm, the bed was comfortable, and the breakfast was fantastic and more than we could finish. A great value on top of all that. Central location in the town. Parking was easy, and it was close to Hanly's bar, our evening's destination. Highly recommended.

Siobhan is the best landlady you could ever wish for. She makes you feel right at home straight…read moreaway. She does a brilliant breakfast and a damn fine cup of coffee or tea if you prefer. And she is always there with a smile and a bubbly sense of humor. There are always snacks in the fridge if you come in late and tea and coffee making facilities for you to use if you need a late cuppa. The best b&b in strokestown.

We were in Ballina for the wedding of a relative so we decided to extend the visit into a real…read moreIreland Vacation. We selected The Red River Lodge based on the Four Star rating by AA, as well as the friendly response to our inquiries by the proprietor Dolores. We were not in any way disappointed. The house is lovely, and the grounds beautiful and well kept. The first thing to strike us was the quiet and the smell of the fresh country air. I wish we could have bottled both! Breakfasts are traditional Irish with some modern additions, and everything was delicious. The host is attentive and extremely accommodating. Rooms are spacious, well lit, astonishingly clean, and very comfortable. You won't want to leave! The views of the Moy River will set up some wonderful photo opportunities. It's about a mile out of town (2KM) so you might need a car if you want to experience Ballina, but there are taxi services available in town. If you are movement impaired, be aware that this is a home and may not be wheelchair friendly, but there are ground level rooms available. Prices are very reasonable. It's not open year round, but when it is, you could not do better than to stay here!

Dolores Jordan is treasure. She is the proprietor of Red River Lodge and she does a mighty fine…read morejob. We turned up on her doorstep one evening after seeing the lone five star review for Red River Lodge on Yelp. And we were so glad we did. The house is beautiful. Bright and welcoming, but still has a family house feel. At the front there is a really nice lawn and garden. You can also see the Moy River from the location. Dolores showed us around the house that was open to guests to use. There was very comfortable front room that looked extremely inviting. The breakfast room was fabulous and bright. I could call it a conservatory, but it was more than just that. The front hall, a room in itself, had water and tea station that you could help yourself too. The bedroom was comfy and warm. The bed was dressed fabulously in a plush throw and pillows. You could also see the river from here too, as it was at the front of the house. For breakfast, well that was top notch. There was a choice of Full Irish, scrambled egg or pancakes which you picked the night before. I went for the pancakes. Delicious. Coffee was excellent also. I said at the start that Dolores was a treasure. She is. She had so much to recommend to us in the area, which included a map of the town. She told us where to go for dinner and it turned out to be the best meal of our whole trip (see my Brennan's Lane review). We had a really nice conversation after breakfast before we departed. A lovely lady. It was 65 EUR for the two of us for one night and it was worth every cent.

Spent 2 weeks in Ireland and stayed in BNB'S on the trip. This was one of our favorites…read more Great breakfast and clean rooms. When we come back no need to look for a place to stay. We found it and will be back.

Well, after promising to come and see a good friend of mine for a long time, I finally got to visit…read moreGalway. I think I chose one of the BEST Bed and Breakfasts in Galway! When i arrived I was greeted by the owner of the BnB, Joan, who I have to say made my stay that much better. I couldn't help thinking that she has an uncanny resemblance to Meryl Streep, maybe it is Meryl incognito?? Joan told me all the best places to visit, the best times to go, the best ways to get there. She was very knowledgeable about the local area, it helped massively. The room was lovely, a good size, lovely and clean. The shower is amazingly powerful! On arrival you are asked to select what you would like for breakfast, the choice is great. From Full cooked, to poached eggs on toast, to smoked salmon and eggs which is delicious! Breakfast is served 7.45am - 9.30am, check out is 11am. Overall, I loved staying at the Periwinkle, it made my stay in Galway that bit more enjoyable, if that's possible! I thoroughly recommend it!

I had some last minute change of plans and found myself in need of a room in Castlerea. I called…read morethe Armcashel at 9pm and asked if they could make up a room for me. Rita was wonderfully accommodating and -- very helpful and very friendly. I had an amazing night's sleep. I will definitely be back for a longer stay next time!

Greeted with a friendly smile and a warm welcome for our 3 night stay. It was absolutely no bother…read moreat all that we arrived in the evening and we were immediately shown to our beautifully appointed (looked recently renovated) double room. We had the best sleep of our 3 week trip in Ireland. The next morning we woke to the smell of coffee and breakfast being made. We sat for an hour and had a huge Irish breakfast with delicious coffee and just chatted with Shona who runs Ardkeen as if we were staying in her home. We wished we could have changed our travel plans and stayed one week. Ardkeen is located a short walk from a small village outside Westport called The Quays which has pubs, restaurants and cafes and overlooks both Clew Bay and the mountain Croagh Patrick. What a backdrop to our early morning walks!

Out of the six places we stayed while vacationing in Ireland, Petra House was our favorite! Peter &…read moreAmy are lovely hosts, and we had a very relaxing time while staying with them. Comfortable and clean rooms and a delicious breakfast was served warm and promptly. Thank you ,Paul for the navigational assistance ,and thank you ,Amy ,for the cheesecake! Staying at this B&B set the start of a dream vacation up for a completely wonderful time.

Frank and Joan were lovely hosts and our room was invitingly comfortable and well decorated (we had…read morethe top floor triple). Joan cooks an amazing breakfast, and was so very eager to pack us with her fantastic scones and breads for our day trip to the Aran islands. Frank was very helpful with recommendations on both places to eat and tours (as well as helping arrange a booking for us with Flaherty Tours). Petra House is located on College road amongst a line of other similar B&Bs and it was a convenient walk into the Galway city center, while being nice and quiet at night. Parking is available in a tiny lot right in front of the house. Very nice experience and I would highly recommend Petra!

If you ever have an opportunity to stay here, YOU SHOULD!! It's amazing!!! Beautiful inside and…read moreout!!!! Wonderful rooms and food. Can't wait to go back!

From the owner: Coill Dara House is a beautiful modern, period style home of character, located on a small farm on…read morethe edge of Tubbercurry (Tobercurry), Co.Sligo. Depending on seasons, you can meet sheep, lambs and donkeys in fields around the house. Located just off the R294 (Tubbercurry-Ballina Road) and N17 (Sligo-Galway), 12 miles from Knock Airport, Tubbercurry is very accessible and as we are close to the Mayo border, are a very central base for exploring the west and northwest of Ireland, along the Wild Atlantic Way. It is an ideal location for exploring Mayo and Sligo. Coill Dara House is a beautiful family home set on an acre of landscaped gardens and surrounded by mature trees. The rooms are spacious with 10 foot high ceilings. A stunning entrance hall leads to a guest sitting room and conservatory where guests can relax, read, or watch T.V. Free wireless broadband facilitates modern communications. Large spacious rooms, antique and modern furniture and many character features, ensure your stay at Coill Dara House will be memorable.