We visited The Strand for dinner after looking at a few other menus in town. The Strand is more…read morereasonably priced and offered the selection of dishes we needed with a group from teenage to 50s in age. Everyone loved our dinners, the wine and desserts! The service was very friendly, knowledgeable and responsive.

This is a really cosy and nice place to stay. Especially the owner Johnny and his small team do…read moreeverything they can to make you feel comfortable. He knows al lot about the region and is very open and friendly to tell you everything about it. He gave us good advice about daytrips (Loop Head!!! which actually is so much nicer than the touristic Cliffs of Moher) and walks. We stayed three nights and within our 10-days-trip it was the nicest place to stay. Our room had a really nice view over the bay of Kilkee, even though the weather was rather rough during our stay. The restaurant is also run by Johnny, and the food is really good. It was the best we had in Kilkee. I can really recommend that place and will go back there whenever I am around.

Let me preface by saying that we did not stay here, nor did we play golf…read more We were driving part of the Wild Atlantic Way on September 10. We were on tiny roads, nearly in the middle of nowhere. My husband spotted the sign "Trump International". We had no idea that it was out there. We turned around to check it out. As we entered the property we came to a little gate house. A nice looking man, came out to greet us. He asked if we were checking in. We told him we were just driving by. I was holding my breath, I thought he might tell us to turn around. To our absolute delight he smiled his fantastic smiled and said with a bit of a giggle "Just wanted to have a look see?" We said yes, that we just wanted to see it. He told us where to park and encouraged us to go upstairs to the restaurant "at least have a coffee while you're here". We looked about the incredibly maintained grounds. Checked out the back of the property. Looked over the pro shop. Then went upstairs to the restaurant bar. The bartender was VERY professional but also kind. When I asked him sheepishly if I could keep one of the little cloth coasters, he said sure and "take this too" as he tossed me a pen. We went back to the pro shop looking for a sweatshirt. The extremely gracious employee in the shop told me that they'd be in the gift shop. He said it was closed. He made a call and said "she's opening it up". Then he walked us through the property to take us to the gift shop. I love my sweatshirt. What a fabulous little surprise on our adventure.

Amazing golf course with spectacular views. You can even buy swag for half off. We also sat…read moreoutside and had wine facing the ocean and the golf store. Must go

You can't argue with the location of the Strand Restaurant and Guest House as it's situated right…read moreon Moore Bay in Kilkee. The view from the restaurant and the rooms facing the front is amazing if the weather is good. Sunsets are particularly enjoyable. The rooms are as good as you'd expect for a guest house and have benefited from the exposure that the Strand received as a participant in the RTE TV program "At Your Service" when the TV presenters worked with Johnny and Caroline Redmond (the owners) to upgrade and update the rooms. Don't expect to be staying at a Westin or Sheraton or other bland corporate hotel chain - do expect to stay in a comfortable room that seems to be part of someone's home rather than a commercial premises. The food served in the restaurant is robust and good. Portions are large and won't disappoint the hungry, All in all, a great place to spend a weekend in Kilkee and use as a base to enjoy the incredible cliff scenery in the vicinity.

Amazing location right across from the water. Delicious food and the kindest staff. Fiona and Kevin…read more+ children are incredibley hospitable and intentional.

I couldn't say nicer things about this hotel. The rooms are simple, but clean and comfortable. The…read moreowners, Kevin and Fiona ensure your stay with them is more than satisfying. Fiona couldn't go out of her way to make you feel like home; she is a gem. The hotel overlooks Ballybunion Beach and is simply breathtaking while having dinner in the dining room during sunset. The food is delicious and there is a wide selection on the wine list. There is also live music on weekends. The hotel is closed during the months of October through April, however, that depends on the weather.

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!!

We are staying at Dingle Benner's hotel for three nights. It is very unique and historic. Location…read morecannot be beat for being in the heart of Dingle Town. The bar is excellent with a good wine selection, a good Dingle gin selection, and local beers. Good mixologists as well. The food is excellent! We have eaten in the bar twice and been delighted with our selections. The room that we are staying in has been remodeled very recently and is very currently decorated and large, especially for a European hotel. We are very pleased! I highly recommend this hotel and wood stay here again without hesitation.

The restaurant and food are exceptional! My group and I had the Pistachio and Salmon starter and…read morethey both were incredible, with the Pistachio, outstanding! The Seafood Chowder and Lamb Shoulder were over-the-top good, cooked to perfection, tender, and unique! The Sea-bass was tender and excellent! The Lamb Shepherd's Pie was not too grainy, even for someone who usually can't eat much lamb because of a mild allergy, and the lamb was very tender! The lamb was smothered with delicious mashed potatoes and vegetables, and the vegetables tasted garden-fresh and were cooked to perfection! The servers were so warm and kind!

Great hotel right on the steps of Spanish Bay could not be a better location. +3 incredible…read morerestaurants all served by the same kitchen, but the quality and diversity of food was just amazing, plus you actually got a real cocktail. They came by to my daughter who was celebrating her 24th birthday With a free whiskey sour that actually tasted like a whiskey sour Wine list fantastic people watching fun being had just a great night. Oh, and the New York steak was fabulous. I go back in a minute.

We had dinner at the Armada Hotel. The dining room is very modern and has great views of the sea…read more There were floor to ceiling windows around the room to take advantage of the view. To be short, the service was excellent. The food was only fair and overpriced. There aren't many options in the area. In fairness, others with my group though very highly of the food, particularly the mussels. So, I'm between 3 and 4 stars for the food, with a solid 5 for service. If you do eat here, get the mussels.

What a lovely hotel! Rooms are quite large and very luxurious!!! The food we ordered for room…read moreservice was good, not great but very enjoyable. The location is very close to everything you could need and great for a leisurely stroll. But, the absolute best thing about the hotel is the shower!!!! I could have stayed in there for the rest of my life! The absolute most amazing water pressure I've ever experienced! Please do yourself a favor and stay here...greet the cat as you walk in and take in the beautiful building. Then take an extremely long shower and climb into the oversized, comfy bed and get a great nights sleep

We held a book launch at The Old Ground, in one of their function rooms, and could not have been…read morehappier. The room itself was beautifully set up, the catering was excellent and the staff were exceptionally friendly and helpful. Many thanks for a great experience. Highly recommended.

Nice modern hotel, about 5-10 minute stroll from the ferry dock. The hotel has nice rooms with…read morestandard fixtures, and moderate bedding, and a nice/large bath. There are 20+ rooms and some have balconies. Most rates come with breakfast which they serve continental early 7am-9am, and full Irish breakfast begins later at 9AM. The hotel restaurant and bar on premise are quite good. It's a short/easy 5 min walk from the hotel to the center of town. They contract with local tour guides to pick you up if you wish to take an island tour. The front desk is pretty strict about check-in and didn't let us check in before 3PM even though we were on the 10:30AM ferry that got in around 11:30AM, but they do let you store your luggage behind the front desk. P.S. They tend to have a lot of weddings at this hotel as there are banquet tents, so be prepared for potential parties (bachelor or bachelorette) on certain weekends.

We stayed in one of the "glamping" huts adjacent to the hotel. It's really a small one bedroom…read morecottage about the size of my first college apartment with a great shower/bathroom. It was perfect. On the deck outside our hut I could watch the sea, read, and relax. Very quiet. The hotel restaurant was outstanding with a terrific seafood chowder. Breakfast the following day with a buffet of juice, fruit, cereals, and several kinds of bread for toast was perfect. At 8 am the staff takes your order for hot breakfast. Very friendly staff.

I've stayed here with Jack & Ester three times, a total of 5 nights, over the last 5 years and…read morethree trips that I've visited Ireland. I make it a point to visit this quaint small Irish town on the Shannon and stay at the Old Castle House. If you really want to get the feel for the Irish people and Irish hospitality, you must stay in any one of the fine Irish B&B's and this one is on the Tops of my B&B Recommendations for the West of Ireland. Finally got to meet Ester in person this last time around when I made a point to be staying on my birthday, and happened to be spending time with another American couple who was also celebrating a birthday on the same day, and The Dunne's made it memorable. Jack and Ester have become like part of my Irish Family. The Accommodations are cozy and comfortable and always well kept. Don't come expecting the cold and impersonal feeling of a 4 or 5 star international hotel, but rather the warmth, personality and coziness of a well appointed and comfortable Irish home. Fresh Eggs in the morning supplied by the Dunne's Chickens accent a wonderful Irish Breakfast and it's always a treat to finish off the evening with a couple pints and a dram around the corner at the Dunne's Bar est in 1820 then take a short walk back to the B&B to settle in for a cozy night's sleep. Glin is a small town on the Shannon where you can just sit by the stream with some tea and relax or, if you're like me, makes a good base for any number of day trips in the SouthWest and West of Ireland...for instance: to the Ring of Kerry & Dingle Area about 1 hour or so south, Foynes Flying Boat Museum (where the Pan Am Flying Boats used to dock and where Irish Coffee was invented) just 15 minutes down the road, Limerick City and King John's Castle about 30 to 45 minutes further East, Bunratty Castle & Folk Park (a must visit...give yourself 2 to 3 hours minimum) about 1 hour around the eastern end of the Shannon then head up to the Cliffs of Moher (about another hour or so further) and back down the west Coast of Co. Clare as the sun sets... taking a Ferry Ride across the Shannon from Kilmer to Tarbert. Glin is quiet and the 2 pubs, Dunne's Pub being one of them, don't serve food so with only 2 take away places in town ask Jack & Ester for a recommendation to one of the nearby Restaurants...The Old Stand Bar & Restaurant in Shanagolden (about 20 minute ride) is very comfortable with a very good menu and a nice bar or Enright's in Tarbert is quaint with a nice menu that usually includes fresh fish...but get there early.