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Ballyliffin Lodge & Spa

4.0 star property

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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
The current price is NZ$257
includes taxes & fees
17 Mar - 18 Mar

Explore the area

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Shore Road, Ballyliffin, Donegal, F93 XR25
  • Place, Ballyliffin Golf Course
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Doagh Famine Village
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Vintage Car and Carriage Museum
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Airport, Londonderry (LDY-City of Derry)
    ‪58 min drive‬

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)
  • Garden view
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Single Bed

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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)
  • Ocean view
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Single Bed

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Superior Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Balcony

Superior Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Balcony

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Basic Twin Room, 2 Single Beds, Accessible

Basic Twin Room, 2 Single Beds, Accessible

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Room

Superior Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the area

Ballyliffin

At Ballyliffin Lodge & Spa you'll be 2.5 km (1.6 mi) from Ballyliffin Golf Course and 4.9 km (3 mi) from Glenevin Waterfall. Highlights at this hotel include a full-service spa, a restaurant and an indoor swimming pool. .A relaxing visit to Rock Crystal Spa can include hot stone massages and Swedish massages along with detox wraps, body wraps and aromatherapy. Jacks Bar and Restaurant serves Irish cuisine and is open for breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Enjoy the gym, Hot tub, sauna and kids' swimming pool. 5382 square feet (500 square metres) of event facilities include meeting rooms and a conference centre, and other business amenities include a business centre. Plus you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and coffee/tea in a common area. Each morning continental breakfast is served between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Sights within a 20-minute drive of this 4-property class Ballyliffin hotel include Doagh Famine Village and Carrickbrackey Castle.

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
  • ‪Claire the Bakers - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Lily's Bar & Tea Room - ‬14 min drive

About this property

Ballyliffin Lodge & Spa

Ballyliffin Lodge & Spa offers its guests a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and a health club. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Business amenities include a business centre and meeting rooms. Event space at this hotel measures 5382 square feet (500 square metres) and includes a conference centre. A children's pool, a hot tub, and a sauna are also featured at the business-friendly Ballyliffin Lodge & Spa. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Ballyliffin hotel.

  • 40 guestrooms or units
  • Conference rooms
  • 5382 sq ft of conference space
  • 500 sq. m of conference space
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Conference centre
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Games room or arcade
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Ballyliffin Lodge & Spa offers 40 accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Ballyliffin hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Rock Crystal Spa has 3 treatment rooms, including rooms for couples. Services include hot stone massages, Swedish massages, facials and body wraps. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a hot tub and a steam room. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy.

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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 pool
  • Fitness classes
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • 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
  • Shower
  • 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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments and cash
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, cash and mobile payments. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

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

What is the cancellation policy at Ballyliffin Lodge & Spa?

Ballyliffin Lodge & Spa offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 3 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ballyliffin Lodge & Spa on 17 Mar 2026 start from 256.57, 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 parking available at Ballyliffin Lodge & Spa?

Yep, Ballyliffin Lodge & Spa has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Ballyliffin Lodge & Spa?

The closest beach to Ballyliffin Lodge & Spa is Portsalon Beach (17.1 km).

Is there a spa on site at Ballyliffin Lodge & Spa?

Yep, Rock Crystal Spa is available for guests. It has a hot tub, a steam room and a sauna. You'll enjoy heaps of services like detox wraps, body wraps and body scrubs, as well as hot stone massages.

Does Ballyliffin Lodge & Spa have a pool?

Ballyliffin Lodge & Spa has an indoor pool and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

What luxury perks are available at Ballyliffin Lodge & Spa?

Ballyliffin Lodge & Spa features a full-service spa, a health club and an indoor pool.

Does Ballyliffin Lodge & Spa serve breakfast?

Sure does, continental breakfast is served daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Ballyliffin Lodge & Spa?

No, but there's an airport shuttle for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Ballyliffin Lodge & Spa?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves Irish cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Ballyliffin Lodge & Spa?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Ballyliffin Lodge & Spa?

No, pets are not allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Ballyliffin Lodge & Spa?

There is a golf course next to Ballyliffin Lodge & Spa.

Ballyliffin Lodge & Spa Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 198 out of 289 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 57 out of 289 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 25 out of 289 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 289 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 289 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Garrett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This was our 3rd visit and we got no deals like previous yrs We were also given a bedroom for disabled which we didnt ask for. The shower was a nightmare i was constantly mopping up water from the floor terrible design
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Top rate all round, apart from on small small thing both on ref 899898866. Put it this way we. Will be back but next time for a longer stay. And hopefully enjoy some of the better weather. Roll on.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Liam

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was very nice the staff were brilliant, good food that evening and also breakfast and or room was clean, but a little dated for a 4☆ Hotel and a little noisy with the music from the function room. We would still recommend it for a stay in Donegal.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorna

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The most relaxed straightforward stay every will definitely be back 😌 🙌
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Rooms very clean. Enjoyed the spa & pool/sauna/steam room. Staff were very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Incredibly relaxing stay, we loved the family feel of this hotel. Friendly and helpful staff, lovely pool
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kay

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bernadette

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
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

Lisa, Helena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely and modern updates, which made for a very comfortable stay. My only complaint is the decor was a bit sterile. Not very homey, but loved the shower!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marie

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

10/10 Excellent

Jean

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hilary

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

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
From the moment we arrived for our mum's 80th birthday party every thing was perfect. We were all looked after by the wonderful staff, can't wait to go back again. Rooms, food, gardens everywhere was immaculate.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roisin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Very enjoyable stay, lovely friendly staff, beautiful food, great leisure centre, couldn’t be better
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 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

cornelius

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

6/10 Okay

Celestine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel food quality not great Breakfast terrible all dried up sitting for hours not refreshed poor quality for money Evening meal ordered from menu wasn't up to standard poor quality meat
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Keith

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Travelled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Walter

Travelled with partner
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

Heather

Beautiful place to spend a few days
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025