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The Ballyliffin Lodge and Spa

4.0 star property
Travelers can unwind by the fireplace with ocean views, play a round at one of two golf courses, or rejuvenate with spa treatments at this coastal retreat

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The Ballyliffin Lodge and Spa offers a peaceful oceanside getaway with two 18-hole golf courses. Enjoy the indoor pool, Rock Crystal Spa treatments, and free in-room WiFi. Ocean views enhance meals at Jacks Bar and Restaurant, with attentive staff ensuring comfort.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
The current price is €117
includes taxes & fees
2 Feb - 3 Feb

Room options

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Standard Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom

Standard Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Single Bed
  • Garden view

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Single Bed
  • Ocean view

View all photos for Superior Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Balcony

Superior Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Balcony

Superior Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Garden view

View all photos for Basic Twin Room, 2 Single Beds, Accessible

Basic Twin Room, 2 Single Beds, Accessible

Basic Twin Room, 2 Single Beds, Accessible

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the area

Located in Ballyliffin, The Ballyliffin Lodge and Spa is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Doagh Famine Village and Carrickbrackey Castle are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Ballyliffin Golf Course and Buncrana Golf Club. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game drives and game viewing. Visit our Ballyliffin travel guide
Map
Shore Road, Ballyliffin, Donegal, F93 XR25

What's nearby

  • Ballyliffin Golf Course
    3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Doagh Famine Village
    12 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Carrickbrackey Castle
    18 min drive - 10.3 km
  • Vintage Car and Carriage Museum
    20 min drive - 23.1 km
  • Five Fingers Strand
    22 min drive - 23.3 km

Getting around

  • Belfast International Airport (BFS)
    116 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Diamond Cafe
    10 min drive
  • MacTams
    3 min drive
  • Caffe Banba
    11 min drive
  • north pole
    10 min drive
  • The Market House Cafe
    3 min drive

About this property

The Ballyliffin Lodge and Spa

Upscale family-friendly hotel by the ocean
Consider a stay at The Ballyliffin Lodge and Spa and take advantage of an adjacent golf course, a terrace and a garden. Tee up with amenities such as a restaurant with golf course views at this hotel. Treat yourself to a Swedish massage, a body scrub or aromatherapy at Rock Crystal Spa, the on-site spa. The on-site Irish cuisine restaurant, Jacks Bar and Restaurant, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner and ocean views. Fitness classes are offered at the health club; the property also has a playground, a hair salon and an arcade/games room. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as dry cleaning/laundry services and a fireplace in reception.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • An indoor pool and a children's pool, along with sunloungers
  • Free self-parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and babysitting (surcharge)
  • Tour/ticket information, a vending machine and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at The Ballyliffin Lodge and Spa have amenities, such as free WiFi and safes, as well as free bottled water and room service.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • Electric kettles, heating and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free secured self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: EUR 14 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Jacks Bar and Restaurant

Things to do

  • 36-hole adjacent golf course
  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's club
  • Children's pool
  • Fitness classes
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's club (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference centre (5,382 square foot of space)
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On the waterfront
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 3 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hot tub
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lift
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Room service

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately EUR 14 per person

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

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
This property accepts credit cards
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

National rating

Rating provided by Fáilte Ireland, the National Tourism Development Authority of Ireland, source of official star ratings for accommodation.

Property is also known as

Ballyliffin Lodge
Lodge Ballyliffin
Ballyliffin Hotel Ballyliffin
Ballyliffin Hotel Donegal
Ballyliffin Lodge And Spa Hotel
Ballyliffin Lodge Hotel
Ballyliffin Spa Hotel
The Ballyliffin Lodge Spa
The Ballyliffin Ballyliffin
The Ballyliffin Lodge and Spa Hotel
The Ballyliffin Lodge and Spa Ballyliffin
The Ballyliffin Lodge and Spa Hotel Ballyliffin

Frequently asked questions

Does The Ballyliffin Lodge and Spa have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and a children's pool.

How much does it cost to stay at The Ballyliffin Lodge and Spa?

As of 21 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Ballyliffin Lodge and Spa on 2 Feb 2026 start from €117.00, 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.

Is The Ballyliffin Lodge and Spa pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Ballyliffin Lodge and Spa?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Ballyliffin Lodge and Spa?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Ballyliffin Lodge and Spa?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Does The Ballyliffin Lodge and Spa provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is The Ballyliffin Lodge and Spa located?

This family-friendly Ballyliffin hotel is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Ballyliffin Golf Course and Glenevin Waterfall. Doagh Famine Village and Carrickbrackey Castle are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Reviews

The Ballyliffin Lodge and Spa Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.2

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 197 out of 286 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 56 out of 286 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 24 out of 286 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 286 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 286 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this hotel, have stayed here a few times now, food is amazing. Spa and pool are fantastic. Rooms are beautiful and spotless clean, staff are friendly and very helpful. Will definitely be back.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very relaxing stay with friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gerard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place to stay & restaurant was fantastic Staff was wonderful. Scenic!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Ballyliffin Lodge is a really lovely Hotel. We had stayed here before and would definitely recommend it. Staff are very helpful and friendly and breakfast was very tasty!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel with beautiful views. The staff in the hotel were very friendly and attentive throughout our stay. Very good food and great service.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bernadette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nephew held his wedding at The Ballyliffin Lodge. Their excellent reputation is well deserved. Impeccable on every front. Lovely staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

cornelius

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All staff very chatty and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved the place service was brilliant as was the hotel and location, we'll be back soon
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Lyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay

Very comfortable stay food was good. Breakfast very good
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Agnes

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
An amazing stay, of course the great weather added to the enjoyment. Food amazing, staff so friendly and helpful, nothing is any trouble for them.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Lovely hotel great staff and facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

JAMES

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff in this hotel are excellent . Very friendly and attentive .They made the holiday . Very good food and service . I will definitely be back . If you want a place to explore Donegal this hotel is in a perfect location .
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

perfect for north Donegal

great base for the north of Donegal, and a smashing hotel with good food and bar. not far from the beach
Port Salon
beach at Ballyliffin
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel lice rooms and very good food
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eileen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always enjoy our times at Ballyliffin Lodge, lovely location and friendly, helpful and very pleasant staff
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was really lovely and the spa was excellent 👌
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

WG

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay at Ballyliffin Lodge!

Excellent hotel. Thoroughly recommend it. Lovely spot, great value, good service and hotel very clean
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Outstanding

Just great food, stunning views, really excellent staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Anne Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful hotel in beautiful location

Beautiful location. Enjoyed the spa facilities, clean comfortable room and very friendly staff. Will definitely be back.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Margaretta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel, views are amazing, only down side was the walls are to thin, we could hear everything from other rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keivan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very nice stay

Lovely hotel with friendly atmosphere. Well recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Walter

The room and amenities are very average, but comfortable. Tiles and caulk in the bathroom need repair. Dinner at the restaurant was very good and the restaurant staff there were also very good. Would be nice to have options for breakfast at an early time.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

JANET

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent value for money. Rooms spacious and comfortable. Food excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mickey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this place! Excellent location! Beautiful views. Great food and accommodations. Entire staff was friendly and courteous. Great access to points of interest in area. Highly recommended!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful setting with fabulous views. Very quiet and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024