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Connemara Sands Beach Hotel & Spa

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Luxury Duplex, 1 King Bed, Bathtub, Ocean View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk
Private beach, white sand, snorkelling, kayaking
Private beach, white sand, snorkelling, kayaking
Private beach, white sand, snorkelling, kayaking
Superior Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Terrace, Bay View | Terrace/patio

Overview of Connemara Sands Beach Hotel & Spa

Connemara Sands Beach Hotel & Spa

4.0 star property

9.2/10 Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • On private beach
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
  • Pet-friendly
  • Spa
  • Restaurant
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Mannin Bay, Ballyconneely, Galway

Guests rated this location 9.7/10 - Exceptional

Explore the area

  • Popular LocationConnemara Championship Links5 min drive
  • Popular LocationMannin Bay Beach8 min drive
  • Popular LocationMarconi Trans Atlantic Wireless Station11 min drive

Room options

About this area

Ballyconneely

Located in Ballyconneely, Connemara Sands Beach Hotel & Spa is in a rural area and on a private beach. Alcock and Brown Landing Site and Marconi Trans Atlantic Wireless Station are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Mannin Bay Beach and Dog's Bay Beach. Power boating and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cave exploring and mountain climbing nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Connemara Championship Links - 5 min drive
  • Alcock and Brown Memorial - 7 min drive
  • Mannin Bay Beach - 8 min drive
  • Marconi Trans Atlantic Wireless Station - 11 min drive
  • Alcock and Brown Landing Site - 11 min drive

Getting around

  • Knock (NOC-Ireland West) - 112 min drive

Restaurants

  • Off The Square Restaurant - 10 min drive
  • Mitchell's Restaurant - 10 min drive
  • Guy's Bar & Snug - 10 min drive
  • Griffin's Bar - 10 min drive
  • Macdara's Bar & Restaurant - 10 min drive

About this property

Connemara Sands Beach Hotel & Spa

4-star family-friendly hotel by the ocean
Located close to Mannin Bay Beach and Marconi Trans Atlantic Wireless Station, Connemara Sands Beach Hotel & Spa provides 27 holes of golf, a return airport shuttle and a terrace. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a private beach, rowing and snorkelling. Treat yourself to a Swedish massage, a manicure/pedicure or a body wrap at the on-site spa. The on-site Irish cuisine bistro, Sands Bar, features garden views. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 25+ Mbps, and guests can find other amenities, such as a cafe and a garden.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), an outdoor tennis court and outdoor furniture
  • Tour/ticket information, a lift and a TV in reception
  • Guest reviews speak well of the bar, helpful staff and walkable location
Room features
All 21 rooms offer comforts such as premium bedding, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and safes.
Extra amenities include:
  • Highchairs and childcare services
  • Designer toiletries and hairdryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Electric kettles, daily housekeeping and desks

Languages

Czech, English, French, German, Greek, Italian

Cleaning and safety practices

Enhanced cleanliness measures

Disinfectant is used to clean the property
High-touch surfaces are cleaned and disinfected
Guest accommodation is sealed after cleaning

Social distancing

Cashless transactions are available for all charges at the property
Social distancing measures in place

Safety measures

Personal protective equipment worn by staff
Hand sanitiser provided
Enhanced food service safety measures are in place
This information is provided by our partners.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and public transport

  • Free self-parking on site
  • Motorhome/coach/lorry parking (subject to charges) on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee daily 8:00 AM–10:30 AM: EUR 20 for adults and EUR 15 for children
  • 1 restaurant and 1 coffee shop/cafe
  • 1 bar
  • Room service available
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

Restaurants on site

  • Sands Bar

Things to do

  • 27 holes of golf
  • Canoeing
  • Full-service spa
  • Golf driving range
  • Kayaking
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Private picnics
  • Snorkelling
  • Tennis
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • High chair
  • In-room childcare (surcharge)
  • Supervised childcare (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Lift
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Front-desk safe

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry-cleaning service
  • Golf caddy
  • Golf cart
  • Golf clubhouse
  • Golf clubs
  • Golf lessons with a pro
  • Golf pro shop
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Water sports equipment
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Private beachfront location
  • Terrace

Spa

  • 4 treatment rooms
  • Body scrubs
  • Body treatments
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment room(s)
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Manicures and pedicures
  • Massage - deep-tissue
  • Massage - prenatal
  • Massage - sports
  • Massage - Swedish
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Mud bath
  • Spa open selected days
  • Hot tub
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible bathroom (selected rooms)
  • Lift
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Hand-held shower head
  • Handrails in stairwells
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • In-room accessibility (selected rooms)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • TV in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Digital channels
  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • In-room massage
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Local maps
  • Phone
  • Restaurant dining guide
  • Safe

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in from 5:00 PM - anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Guests are required to download the property's Salto mobile app before check-in

Renovations and closures

The property is closed during the winter season.

Access methods

Staffed front desk, smart lock

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of EUR 50 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 per room
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are available for EUR 20.0 per stay

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately EUR 20 for adults and from EUR 15 for children
  • Pet fee: EUR 50 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: EUR 20.0 per stay

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Be prepared: check the latest COVID-19 travel requirements and measures in place for this destination before you travel.

We should mention

Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests under 12 years old are not allowed in the spa, and guests under 18 years old are only allowed with adult supervision

National rating

This property does not have a Ireland Tourist Board rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is also known as

Connemara Sands Hotel
Connemara Sands Beach Hotel Ballyconneely
Connemara Sands Ballyconneely, Ireland - County Galway
Connemara Sands Beach Hotel
Connemara Sands Beach Ballyconneely
Connemara Sands Beach
Connemara Sands Beach & Spa
Connemara Sands Beach Hotel & Spa Hotel
Connemara Sands Beach Hotel & Spa Ballyconneely
Connemara Sands Beach Hotel & Spa Hotel Ballyconneely

Frequently asked questions

Is Connemara Sands Beach Hotel & Spa pet-friendly?

Yes, Connemara Sands Beach Hotel & Spa allows cats and dogs (limit 2 per room). There's a fee of EUR 50 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at ?

As of 28 Mar 2023, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at on 25 Apr 2023 start from €147.00, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Connemara Sands Beach Hotel & Spa?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Connemara Sands Beach Hotel & Spa?

Check-in is from 5:00 PM - anytime.

What time is check-out at Connemara Sands Beach Hotel & Spa?

Checkout is at noon.

Does Connemara Sands Beach Hotel & Spa provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is Connemara Sands Beach Hotel & Spa located?

Located in Ballyconneely, this beachfront hotel is next to a golf course, 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Mannin Bay Beach, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Alcock and Brown Landing Site and Marconi Trans Atlantic Wireless Station. Clifden Castle and Sky Road are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free at Connemara Sands Beach Hotel & Spa and receive a full refund?

Yes, Connemara Sands Beach Hotel & Spa offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to Connemara Sands Beach Hotel & Spa cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

Connemara Sands Beach Hotel & Spa Reviews

Connemara Sands Beach Hotel & Spa Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 61 out of 84 reviews" "
" "10 - Excellent 73%
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 84 reviews" "
" "8 - Good 20%
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 84 reviews" "
" "6 - Okay 6%
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 84 reviews" "
" "4 - Poor 0%
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 84 reviews" "
" "2 - Terrible 1%

9.5/10

Cleanliness

9.5/10

Staff & service

8.5/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.3/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Diarmuid

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maryann, Spokane

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful food and service Beautiful location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Theobald

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maebh

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful hotel in an amazingly beautiful setting.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a great family weekend at the hotel with our kids at the end of October mid term break. Lovely beach 5 minutes walk away. Holiday homes were well stocked and had everything that we needed. Great food at the hotel which was an added bonus to our trip. We will definitely return again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl J.

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019