This award-winning, 4-star leisure complex boasts fantastic views of Malin Head, a rock crystal spa, and a 17-metre pool. Guests can relax in the hot tub and enjoy fine dining, or visit the famous Ballyliffin Golf Club just 1 mile away. Elegant and warmly furnished, every room at Ballyliffin Lodge Hotel & Spa has its own en suite bathroom with a hairdryer, free Wi-Fi, and an in-room safe. Guests can make use of a telephone, TV, and tea/coffee facilities in the room. The Lodge Leisure Complex features a relaxing sauna and steam room, as well as a modern gym and air-conditioned aerobics studio. With views of the Donegal Inishowen coastline, the open-plan Jacks Bar and Restaurant serves buffet breakfasts, lunch, afternoon tea and evening meals. Free parking is provided, and Ballyliffin Golf Club is only a 2 minutes’ drive down the road from the hotel. There is an outdoor children's playground located at the nearby beach. Guests with pets can make use of kennels located within a mile of Ballyliffin Lodge.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast info

Full English/Irish, Buffet

Free private parking available at the hotel


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
1 double bed
1 single bed
and
1 double bed
1 large double bed
2 single beds
1 double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.2
Facilities
8.9
Cleanliness
9.1
Comfort
9.1
Value for money
8.5
Location
9.3
Free WiFi
8.6

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Bobby
    Ireland Ireland
    Lovley break away even stayed extra night lovley staff lovley views
  • Rebekah
    Ireland Ireland
    Breakfast was lovely & the room was very spacious.
  • Carrie
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Everything was fabulous the food was great and staff were superb! Can’t wait to go back!
  • Teresa
    Ireland Ireland
    Excellent top of the pops,great facilities,staff ,food,location,.On a par with the royal Marine Hotel in Dublin .Thankyou
  • Romelle
    Ireland Ireland
    Very sophisticated hotel especially the pool area,my son loves it so much.
  • Dutton
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Everything been here 5 times now and definitely will be back
  • Anne
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Spa treatment was lovely. But unfortunately getting to pool was tiresome. Had to go back out to receptionist for towels. Then found no locker keys and had to go back to receptionist for these.
  • James
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    A good size room. Helpful staff. The staff were very helpful in getting help for me when I injured myself down in the next large town.
  • Clare
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great position with a fantastic view of Pollan Bay. Staff were super friendly from the moment we stepped in the door. Dinner and breakfast were both excellent, lots of choice for breakfast and hot food was freshly cooked even though it was a...
  • Kevin
    Ireland Ireland
    Room was perfect with a cracking sea view. We booked dinner in the bar and staff members Hollie and Anthony made our dining experience fantastic with recommendations from the menu and great banter everything we ordered was delicious and there was...

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      Irish • International

Facilities of The Ballyliffin Lodge and Spa
Great facilities! Review score, 8.9

Most popular facilities

  • 2 swimming pools
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Fitness centre
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Dressing room

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Dining table
  • Cleaning products
  • Electric kettle

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack

Activities

  • Aerobics
    Additional charge
  • Live sport events (broadcast)
  • Live music/performance
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Pub crawls
    Additional charge
  • Temporary art galleries
    Off-site
  • Beach
  • Evening entertainment
  • Entertainment staff
  • Snorkelling
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Horse riding
    Additional charge
  • Diving
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
  • Canoeing
    Additional charge
  • Windsurfing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Children's playground
  • Fishing
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge

Living Area

  • Dining area
  • Seating Area
  • Desk

Media & Technology

  • Satellite channels
  • Radio
  • Telephone
  • TV

Food & Drink

  • Fruits
    Additional charge
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

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

  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking

Reception services

  • Lockers
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • Currency exchange
  • 24-hour front desk

Entertainment and family services

  • Indoor play area
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Babysitting/child services
    Additional charge

Cleaning services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge

Business facilities

  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • 24-hour security

General

  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Wake-up service
  • Heating
  • Packed lunches
  • Carpeted
  • Lift
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Room service

Accessibility

  • Emergency cord in bathroom
  • Lower bathroom sink
  • Higher level toilet
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator

2 swimming pools

Pool 1 - indoorFree!

  • Open all year
  • Heated pool
  • Shallow end
  • Swimming pool toys
  • Pool/beach towels
  • Pool cover
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs

Pool 2 - indoor (kids) Free!

  • Open all year
  • Suitable for kids
  • Heated pool
  • Shallow end

Wellness

  • Kids' pool
  • Fitness/spa locker rooms
  • Personal trainer
  • Fitness classes
  • Yoga classes
  • Fitness
  • Massage chair
  • Spa/wellness packages
  • Foot bath
  • Spa lounge/relaxation area
  • Steam room
  • Spa facilities
  • Light therapy
  • Body wrap
  • Body scrub
  • Body treatments
  • Hair styling
  • Hair colouring
  • Hair cut
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Hair treatments
  • Make up services
  • Waxing services
  • Facial treatments
  • Beauty Services
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
  • Massage
    Additional charge
  • Spa and wellness centre
    Additional charge
  • Fitness centre
  • Sauna

Languages spoken

  • English

House rules
The Ballyliffin Lodge and Spa takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 15:00 to 23:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 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 15 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

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
€ 17 per child, per night
Cot upon request
Free
3 - 11 years
Extra bed upon request
€ 17 per child, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform The Ballyliffin Lodge and Spa 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.

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

FAQs about The Ballyliffin Lodge and Spa

  • The Ballyliffin Lodge and Spa is 50 yards from the centre of Ballyliffin. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at The Ballyliffin Lodge and Spa is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

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

  • The Ballyliffin Lodge and Spa offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Spa and wellness centre
    • Fitness centre
    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    • Sauna
    • Massage
    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Children's playground
    • Snorkelling
    • Diving
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Windsurfing
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Evening entertainment
    • Beauty Services
    • Personal trainer
    • Beach
    • Live sport events (broadcast)
    • Horse riding
    • Fitness/spa locker rooms
    • Swimming Pool
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Facial treatments
    • Temporary art galleries
    • Waxing services
    • Aerobics
    • Make up services
    • Pub crawls
    • Hair treatments
    • Walking tours
    • Manicure
    • Live music/performance
    • Pedicure
    • Hair cut
    • Hair colouring
    • Hair styling
    • Body treatments
    • Body scrub
    • Body wrap
    • Light therapy
    • Spa facilities
    • Steam room
    • Spa lounge/relaxation area
    • Foot bath
    • Spa/wellness packages
    • Massage chair
    • Entertainment staff
    • Fitness
    • Yoga classes
    • Fitness classes
  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Guests staying at The Ballyliffin Lodge and Spa can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.7).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Full English/Irish
    • Buffet
  • Room options at The Ballyliffin Lodge and Spa include:

    • Twin/Double
    • Double
    • Family
    • Twin
  • Yes, there is a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at The Ballyliffin Lodge and Spa on this page.

  • The Ballyliffin Lodge and Spa has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant #1