Overall the trip and the service provided by KimKim and specialist Cathy were excellent
Ireland
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Jun 26 - Jul 11, 2026
Overall the trip and the service provided by Cathy was excellent. No problems with bookings, rental car (although I would like to have the manual or a brief explanation of the infotainment system) in the car to sort out any problems - connecting to Carplay, changing the language from French to Engish etc) or the various guides. Cathy's choice of the various activities matched my requests very well. Cathy's communication and KimKim was excellent - very prompt at answering questions and making any changes I requested etc.
Hotel Reviews
Wonderful location - outside town so quieter but within a 10 minute flat walk. Excellent facilities including an indoor pool and a play area for children. Great food and an excellent breakfast (best of the trip). Traditional music in the bar. Room had an great view. Note that this is a wedding venue as well so sometimes I expect that there will be louder music.
Exxcellent room, Location and Staff. Would happily stay there again. Note because of the location on St Stephans Green there is no parking and limited place to stop and drop off luggage. Parking is available in close by (10 minute walk) and subsidized. Vey helpful staff and good breakfast.
Location is the best thing about this hotel - Right next to the visitor center and a short walk to the giants causeway. Service in the restaurant was quite slow. Room was comfortable and clean.
Good central location and parking nearby (paid). Near lots of attractions and good restaurants. Nice bar with music at night (both traditional and other).
Location a little outside of town but walkable or a short 5 minute drive. Host was excellent and informative. Room and bed were very good and comfortable.
About a 10-15 minute drive into Galway. Room was great with a very small bathroom. Host was excellent and informative including music, eating and sightseeing (and laundry). Good morning view. Excellent breakfast. Amazing garden.
This is a wonderful hotel with excellent and helpful staff. The restaurant meal was delightful but suggest booking a table. Great musicians just outside the main dining room and when booking perhaps ask what tine the start. 5 Minute drive to the pier and beach.
Very central and close to attractions. Staff very helpful. very nice room.
Activity Reviews
Used the big red bus to get around. To really visit you need a few days. Don't miss out on the visit to the Guiness Stonehouse tour
Dee was an excellent guide - funny, entertaining, a good singer, very informative. Gave me lots of tips about what I should see the following day.
Connor was fantastic - took us to many places that were a bit off the beaten track especially as he knew I was interested in photography. Make sure he takes you to the restaurant that has Seafood chowder!
Weather was not very cooperative. Spent most of my time outside of the town. Visited Glenveagh National park which I highly recommend and then drove back roads to the Slieve League Cliffs. Unfortunately shrouded in mist. Irish friends recommended these over the Cliffs of Mohr as they are higher and far less crowde.
Seeing the dog working a large group of sheep 200 yards away while the shepard was vocalizing the commands with a normal voice level was amazing. Sheep shearing was demonstrated. Got to feed and hold the lambs as well.
Great fun overall and learnt quite a bit about Irish music. Hosts were quite amusing.
Fantastic place to wander around. Magnificent gardens. Very busy.