Featuring free WiFi and a sun terrace, Dolphin Hotel offers pet-friendly accommodations in Inishbofin, 30 mi from Westport. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar. Free private parking is available on site. Rooms come with a flat-screen TV. Every room has a private bathroom. Extras include free toiletries and a hairdryer. There is free shuttle service at the property. The area is popular for cycling and fishing. The hotel also offers bike hire. Clifden is 11 mi from Dolphin Hotel, while Mulranny is 27 mi away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

Breakfast Info

Full English/Irish

Free private parking available at the hotel


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 queen bed
2 twin beds
2 twin beds
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1 queen bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.6
Facilities
9.0
Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.4
Value for money
8.8
Location
9.3
Free Wifi
8.8
High score for Inishbofin
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Joanna
    Ireland Ireland
    We love staying at the Dolphin Hotel when we visit Inishbofin. Dog friendly and in a great location between the harbour and the East End beach. Pat is a great host and always makes us feel very welcome.
  • Joanna
    Ireland Ireland
    Love staying in the Dolphin Hotel. We got one of the downstairs rooms this time and they are very spacious. Breakfast was big and hearty. Pat was very helpful as usual with information and lifts to and from the ferry. We will be back again.
  • Richard
    United States of America United States of America
    First, Inishbofin is amazing. Second, the rooms were large as was the bathroom. The location was good. The best though was Pat. Pat is the host, owner & operator. He is very knowledgeable, attentive, nice, and most of all he is quite funny!
  • Mac
    Ireland Ireland
    Beautiful view of the Hills with the odd sheep here and there. Breakfast was excellent. Staff were sound, and they brought our luggage to the boat for us.
  • Oscar
    Ireland Ireland
    Great breakfast with a great host and amazing location
  • Cilian
    Ireland Ireland
    Staff very friendly. A good location to walk from to see Inis Boffin which is really a walking or cycling island!
  • Anna
    Ireland Ireland
    I love this place. We come back here every year. Great location, clean room and bathroom every time, easy access, very friendly and helpful staff. The owner, Pat is absolutely the best! I recommend to come in September (less people, good weather)....
  • Margaret
    Ireland Ireland
    Hotel was spotless, owner Pat could not do enough for us. Great location.
  • Patrick
    Ireland Ireland
    Got picked up on the pier and so avoided the rain. Friendly staff. Great location. Great breakfast. Bags were minded on check out day and dropped back to the pier. Thanks to Pat Coyne. We will be coming back.
  • Collins
    Ireland Ireland
    The room was comfortable with a large double bed. Breakfast was made to order which meant no waste.

Property questions and answers
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The property usually replies within a few days

  • How can I get to the closest beach from the property?

    2 Green Flag sandy beaches are only 10-15 minutes walk from the Dolphin Hotel along pleasant country roads. These beaches are very safe for swimming.
    Answered on 30 June 2020
  • How far are ye from the ferry harbour, do ye rent bicycles?

    10/12 minutes walk, normally collect guests once we know which ferry they are on. Bicycle hire is just 2 minutes away from us. Pat
    Answered on 28 July 2022
  • Hi there, just wondering if ye have somewhere to store two bikes as we're thinking of booking but will be coming by bike, thanks

    Thats no hassle at all. pat
    Answered on 17 September 2022
  • Hello, I was going to book a room in your hotel for this weekend we have a dog and I want to know if it is okay for us to bring her

    Hi There, We are happy to have dogs stay in the hotel provided: they are clean and well groomed and you pick up after them they sleep in their own bed they are not allowed in the public areas and always dry when in the room. Pat
    Answered on 20 July 2023
  • How much is bike rental for the day

    We do not provide bike rental, however King bike rental is close by and charge between €12 to €30 a day. Depending if electric bike or normal one.
    Answered on 20 June 2024

Hotel area info

Amenities of Dolphin Hotel
Great facilities! Review score, 9

Most popular amenities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Free Wifi
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Sun deck
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Room Amenities
  • Clothes rack
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Live music/Performance
    Off-site
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Temporary art galleries
  • Beach
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Fishing
    Off-site
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
Services
  • Shuttle service
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Packed lunches
  • Babysitting/Child services
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
General
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Lowered sink
  • Raised toilet
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules
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Check-in
From 3:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 1 years
Extra bed upon request
€ 15 per child, per night
Crib upon request
Free
2 - 11 years
Extra bed upon request
€ 15 per child, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
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The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Dolphin Hotel of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

FAQs about Dolphin Hotel

  • Room options at Dolphin Hotel include:

    • Double
    • Single
    • Triple
    • Family
    • Twin
  • Dolphin Hotel is 1,950 feet from the center of Inishbofin. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at Dolphin Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Check-in at Dolphin Hotel is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • Guests staying at Dolphin Hotel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 10.0).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Full English/Irish
  • Yes, Dolphin Hotel is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Dolphin Hotel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Fishing
    • Live music/Performance
    • Temporary art galleries
    • Bicycle rental
    • Walking tours
    • Beach