Themed rooms inspired by places such as Australia, Brazil and Kenya feature at this unique and lively lodge, which specialises in kitesurfing and watersports. Pure Magic Lodge is situated at the foot of Slievemore Mountain, and offers homemade food in its trendy restaurant. Colourful and chic, the rooms at Pure Magic Lodge each boast unique décor to reflect the country they’re named after. The lodge offers hammocks and stunning views over the beach and lake. Freshly made pizza and French cuisine, along with traditional dishes are served in the relaxed restaurant area. You can enjoy entertainment on the projector screen, live music, and lunch from the coffee shop. An activities centre with qualified kitesurfing instructors, Pure Magic Lodge can arrange watersports on the lake and tuition for guests. The fantastic scenery of Achill Island can be explored with cliff walks, mountain biking or horse riding, all of which the lodge can help arrange.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

Breakfast info

Continental, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free

Free parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 single bed
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1 double bed
1 single bed
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1 double bed
1 single bed
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1 double bed
1 double bed
2 single beds
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1 double bed
3 single beds
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1 double bed
2 single beds
1 single bed
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1 extra-large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.3
Facilities
8.3
Cleanliness
8.6
Comfort
8.4
Value for money
8.9
Location
9.2
Free WiFi
8.6
High score for Slievemore

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Meissner
    Ireland Ireland
    The pure magic lodge is so magical. It really has a good name for the place. Staff are so friendly and so helpful.
  • Katie
    Ireland Ireland
    Loved the location ..beautiful views! We had our small dog with us so had private entrance which was very handy..room was lovely and beds were very comfortable! Breakfast was delicious also..would stay again if in area!
  • Anthony
    Ireland Ireland
    Lovely breakfast, really nice breads. Scrambled eggs were tasty too.
  • Sheila
    Ireland Ireland
    Everything ,the rooms the theme just loves it . really homely so friendly .. so perfect a stay for viewing island. View for breakfast and from rooms stunning . It was so relaxing I just hated having to leave to be honest .
  • Mcdavitt
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Very relaxed. Lovely staff. Excellent breakfast and dinner.
  • Serena
    Netherlands Netherlands
    Location and view superb! Staff we met were super efficient and extremely friendly but also really professional, couldn’t do enough for us extremely charming. The food was extremely tasty both dinner and breakfast. I highly recommend eating there
  • Eoin
    Ireland Ireland
    The staff were nice and helpful, the breakfast was lovely, and the restaurant was also great - I had no problems as a vegetarian and I was impressed by the availability of gluten free options also.
  • T
    Theresa
    Ireland Ireland
    Our 2 night stay was perfect from start to finish. Food was top class, legendary Pizzas! Breakfasts set us up for the day. Host and staff top drawer.
  • Labocavista
    Ireland Ireland
    Pure Magic Lodge is a true gem on Achill Island! The location is breathtaking, with stunning views of the surrounding landscape and easy access to the island's natural beauty. The lodge itself is cozy and welcoming, with comfortable rooms that...
  • Catriona
    Ireland Ireland
    Great stay once again. Friendly staff, delicious food & bubbly atmosphere.

Managed by Pure Magic Achill

Company review score: 9.3Based on 361 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

Welcome to Pure Magic Achill, I am Francois (french) but in Ireland for 10 years and once was brought to Achill and... LOVED IT!!! The big open spaces, the sea, the wind, the mountains, the people, the music, the magic "Sharing is caring" , thats it

Property information

Pure Magic is not a hotel, not a bnb, not a hostel nor a guesthouse... Pure Magic is just Pure Magic: a simple place, charming building where we welcome simply new friends who come and enjoy Achill. Food, Music, Watersports. Our rooms are various sizes with a unique theme which the room is named. The price is based per person and please see the kids policy to avoid any incorrect pricing. We are now open for the season 2024. Please check for our opening times on the off - peak season.We are not a fully licence premises but we do have a selection of lovely beers & wines available.

Neighbourhood information

Sheep are our neighbours... they are very cute and kind but sometimes they wake us up early or they leave their "little thing" every where... welcome to ACHILL!!! the lodge is situated right in the middle between south and north beaches. have a car!

Languages spoken

English,French

Property surroundings

Facilities of Pure Magic Lodge
Great facilities! Review score, 8.3

Most popular facilities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Beachfront
  • Family rooms

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

Activities

  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Bingo
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Live music/performance
    Off-site
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Beach
  • Water sport facilities on site
    Additional charge
  • Snorkelling
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Horse riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Diving
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Billiards
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge

Food & Drink

  • Coffee house on site
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)

Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.

Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking

Services

  • Pet bowls
  • Pet basket
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Luggage storage
  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge

Reception services

  • Invoice provided

Entertainment and family services

  • Kids' outdoor play equipment

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security

General

  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms

Languages spoken

  • English
  • French

House rules
Pure Magic Lodge takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 16:00 to 21:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 08:30 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 12 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Groups
When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Accepted payment methods
VisaMastercardMaestroCash
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 23:00 and 08:00.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Pure Magic Lodge in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 08:00:00.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries, during dates where such guidelines exist.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

FAQs about Pure Magic Lodge

  • Room options at Pure Magic Lodge include:

    • Double
    • Triple
    • Family
    • Twin
  • Yes, Pure Magic Lodge is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Guests staying at Pure Magic Lodge can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.9).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Vegetarian
    • Vegan
    • Gluten-free
    • À la carte
  • Pure Magic Lodge is 0.7 miles from the centre of Slievemore. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Pure Magic Lodge offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Billiards
    • Snorkelling
    • Diving
    • Canoeing
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Beachfront
    • Bicycle rental
    • Live music/performance
    • Horse riding
    • Bike tours
    • Bingo
    • Water sport facilities on site
    • Beach
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Walking tours
  • Check-in at Pure Magic Lodge is from 16:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • The prices at Pure Magic Lodge may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.