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Connemara Sands Beach Hotel & Spa

4.0 star property
Beachfront hotel with spa, near Mannin Bay Beach

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Private beach, white sand, snorkelling, kayaking
Exterior
Exterior
Dinner served, Irish cuisine, garden views
Exterior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Spa
  • Pet-friendly

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • On a private beach
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Breakfast available
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Steam room
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • In-room childcare
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace

For families (6)

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Separate bedroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping

Room options

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Luxury Duplex, 1 King Bed, Bathtub, Ocean View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
  • 40 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Flat-screen TV

Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View, Beachfront

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
  • 50 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Terrace, Bay View

1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Superior Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Terrace, Bay View

Highlights

Terrace
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • 56 sq m
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Single Beds, 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Family House, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Bay View

1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Family House, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Bay View

Highlights

Garden
Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
  • 75 sq m
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds, 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Soundproofed
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 12 sq m
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
Mannin Bay, Ballyconneely, Galway

What's nearby

  • Mannin Bay Beach - 8 min drive
  • Clifden Castle - 10 min drive
  • Alcock and Brown Landing Site - 11 min drive
  • Marconi Trans Atlantic Wireless Station - 11 min drive
  • Sky Road - 12 min drive

Getting around

  • Knock (NOC-Ireland West) - 112 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Mannion's Bar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪E.J. Kings - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Castle Pub - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Ravi’s Bar and Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Mullarkey's Bar - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Connemara Sands Beach Hotel & Spa

Adjacent to a golf course, Connemara Sands Beach Hotel & Spa is a great choice for a stay in Ballyconneely. Guests can visit the spa to indulge in deep-tissue massages, body wraps or facials, and Irish cuisine is served at Sands Bar, which is open for dinner. Other features include a bar/lounge, an outdoor tennis court and a steam room.

Languages

Czech, English, French, German, Greek, Italian

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 21 rooms
  • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 5:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
  • Express check-in available
  • Minimum check-in age – 18
  • Check-out time is noon

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • Guests will receive smart lock details
  • Guests are required to download the property's Salto mobile app before check-in

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • Babysitting*
  • Supervised childcare*

Pets

  • Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 2 total)*
  • Service animals welcome
  • Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free Wi-Fi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)

Parking

  • Free on-site self-parking
  • On-site motorhome/coach/lorry parking (fees apply)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site

Transfers

  • Airport shuttle*

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:00 AM–10:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Private picnics
  • Room service (limited hours)

Travelling with children

  • Supervised childcare (surcharge)

What to do

  • On a private beach
  • Tennis
  • Yoga classes
  • Pro golf lessons
  • Kayaking
  • Canoeing
  • Snorkelling
  • Bike rentals nearby
  • Golf lessons nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Bike hire
  • Golf caddy on-site
  • Golf cart on-site
  • Golf clubs on-site
  • Water sports equipment

Facilities

  • 3 buildings/towers
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Television in common areas
  • Adjacent to a golf course
  • Golf driving range on-site
  • Full-service spa
  • Golf clubhouse on-site
  • Golf pro shop on-site
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Steam room
  • Banquet hall
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Walkway to water

Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Handrails in stairwells
  • Hand-held shower heads
  • Height-adjustable showerheads
  • Grab bar in shower

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Espresso maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • In-room massage

Freshen up

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Complimentary wireless Internet access (speed of 25+ Mbps)
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Free bottled water
  • High chair

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps
  • Restaurant dining guide

Special features

Spa

The on-site spa has 4 treatment rooms, including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, sports massages, Swedish massages and facials. The spa is equipped with a mud bath, a hot tub and a steam room.

The spa is open selected days. Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision. Guests under 12 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Dining

Sands Bar – Overlooking the garden, this bistro specialises in Irish cuisine and only serves dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 20 for adults and EUR 15 for children
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Renovations and closures

The property is closed during the winter season.

Children & extra beds

  • In-room babysitting is available for an extra charge
  • Supervised childcare is available for an extra charge
  • Cots/infant beds are available for EUR 20.0 per stay

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of EUR 50 per accommodation, per stay

Parking

  • RV/bus/lorry parking is available for an extra charge

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Guests under 12 years old are not allowed in the spa, and guests under 18 years old are only allowed with adult supervision
  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Connemara Sands Hotel
Connemara Sands
Connemara Sands Ballyconneely, Ireland - County Galway
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 currently open?
The property is closed during the winter season.
Does Connemara Sands Beach Hotel & Spa offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Connemara Sands Beach Hotel & Spa does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Connemara Sands Beach Hotel & Spa?
Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. There's a charge of EUR 50 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Connemara Sands Beach Hotel & Spa?
Yes, there's free self parking. Motorhome/coach/lorry parking is available.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by Connemara Sands Beach Hotel & Spa?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Connemara Sands Beach Hotel & Spa?
Check-in start time: 5:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon. Express check-in is available.
What is there to do at Connemara Sands Beach Hotel & Spa and nearby?
Have fun with on-site activities such as kayaking, rowing and snorkelling and improve your game at the on-site tennis courts. Additional recreation on-site includes yoga. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy other amenities such as a private beach and a steam room. Connemara Sands Beach Hotel & Spa also has a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Connemara Sands Beach Hotel & Spa?
Yes, Sands Bar offers Irish cuisine and garden views.
What's the area around Connemara Sands Beach Hotel & Spa like?
Connemara Sands Beach Hotel & Spa is located on the waterfront. Popular attractions include Clifden Castle, which is 10 minutes away by car.

Connemara Sands Beach Hotel & Spa Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely break
We stayed in self catering house just few yards from the hotel. The house had everything we needed, was very clean and comfortable too. We ate in hotel on first night. Food was excellent. Hotel is very well decorated and clean. Staff were helpful, especially Marian and Kylie. Didn’t use the spa nor the sauna (which you have to pay extra for). The sauna is by the small private beach. Definitely would highly recommend this place.
Olive, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Trevor, 1-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Liam, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Gorgeous! On the water Wished I booked a longer stay. Restaurant for dinner was excellent. Breakfast was excellent too
Mary, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Quiet room. Big parking lot. On the beach. Lots of things to do.
William, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Amy, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay, close to the beach, peaceful and quite
Grant, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Stunning location; very helpful and friendly staff; delicious breakfast.
Melody, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Felicity, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

All the staff and the Owners were extremely supportive, helpful. Great place
Jamie, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Thoroughly enjoyed staying at Sands, the accomodation / staff and location were excellent. I will definitely be booking a return trip.
catherine, 2-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The food was SO good! Our room was bigger than my apartment in NYC with an achingly beautiful view. Everyone was so accommodating and lovely and fun. I hope we get back there soon & in the summer for more ocean activities. Sauna was heavenly.
Ruth, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent
Excellent Great experience and lovely staff. Food incredible
Carl, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Diarmuid, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Peter, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful food and service Beautiful location
Maryann, 2-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Theobald, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Suzanne, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Maebh, 3-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful hotel in an amazingly beautiful setting.
Michael, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

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.
Robert, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Cheryl J., 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely hotel
Lovely hotel in a beautiful location. Would definitely recommend.
2-night trip with friends
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8/10 Very good

It was a nice place to relax Dinner was nice. Room was very nice with a beautiful view.
1-night romance trip
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