Achill Island Hotel Guide - Historic Hotels in Achill Island, County Mayo

You’ll probably want to seek out the historically relevant sites while on holiday in Achill Island. Why not absorb the local colour with a visit to the restaurants?

Based on our travel expertise, Achill Cliff House Hotel & Restaurant is a top hotel for history seekers booking on Expedia, and it features free breakfast and free Wi-Fi.

In Achill Island, you’ll find 42 lodging options bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.

Achill Island is notable for landmarks like Kildownet Castle. Natural beauty is on display at Keel Beach, Achill Secret Garden and Keem Bay Beach. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Clew Bay and Deserted Village.

A historic hotel gives guests the chance to stay in a place recognised with a national historic designation. Historic hotels throughout the world can be castles, palaces, grand homes or even old police stations, pubs, lodges or skyscrapers — any place of special interest. These types of hotels in Achill Island often retain authentic elements such as period features or traditional architecture in guestrooms or communal spaces.

“Heritage hotel” is more common in Asia and Europe, while “historic hotel” is more common in the U.S. overall though the terms are similar. The physical building and architecture of historic hotels tend to be the most important aspect. For a heritage hotel, it’s mainly the cultural value along with how it shaped the community.

Hotel interiors feature the modern conveniences and safety features you expect to find, but every effort is made to preserve treasured traditions and historic facades. Smart TVs, WiFi, updated bathroom facilities and the amenities found in most hotels will be available in a historic hotel. Rest assured that when you select a historic hotel in Achill Island, you won’t find yourself staying at a place that’s uncomfortable or rundown.