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Connemara Sands Beach Hotel & Spa

Galway, Ireland

The Fun Awaits

Perfect for nature loversOnly 652 m to Mannin Bay Beach

Dining service availableNo need to go out for meals! This accommodation provides a restaurant and a cafe.

Suitable for your business tripStay productive with business facilities.

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4.6/5

FantasticFrom 51 reviews

5.0/511 Jul 2026

Marie-Noëlle • Couple Trip

Excellent restaurant.

5.0/523 Jun 2026

Derek • Couple Trip

This is a really good hotel if you want a quiet location with a great view and want to relax. Set on a remote coastal road, with its own beach surrounded by farmland with cows and horses The hotel has a variety of rooms, but we liked the Premier Deluxe room which is exclusively for adilts and has ocean views, a wet room shower, self standing bath and a bedroom on a mezanine floor. The hotel provides 2 padel courts, tennis, spa treatments, water acrivities and has 2 sauna huts at its own beach. It caters for families and couples alike although perhaps is not suitable for very young children as the activities are aimed a little older. There is a lively bar and restaurant and breakfasts are excelent. Restaurant food is very good although we felt the vegetables were perhaps unnecessarily covered in syrups and sauces and there was little variety if you wanted something plain. No salads for example. Having said that, we had no complaints and loved the fact that all ingredients are sourced locally. The staff are helpful and friendly. The location is a little remote with the nearest town 10 miles away, so you are a bit cut off if you want to go out in the evening, but the hotel is a delightful place to stay. It is dog friendly.

5.0/523 Jun 2026

Thomas

Die Luxury Suite war wunderbar. Das Frühstück war sehr gut ebenso das Restaurant. Den Aussenbereich könnte man schöner gestalten.

5.0/514 Jun 2026

Susan • Couple Trip

Loved the location on the beach.

5.0/530 May 2026

Patrick • Family Trip

Wonderful family run hotel on a stunning beach with excellent food!

5.0/529 May 2026

Martha • Family Trip

We had kind of a quick turnaround, wish we had more time to explore and use the amenities. The breakfast was fantastic, great view (the sunrise was one of the most beautiful I’ve ever seen), very friendly and helpful staff. The bed was super comfortable. A bit of a drive but well worth it.

5.0/528 May 2026

Florian • Family Trip

Super hébergement et petit déjeuner

5.0/517 Apr 2026

Alexandre • Couple Trip

Nous avons passé une excellente nuit, nous avons pu profiter du sauna et du jacuzzi avec vu sur mer avant de dîner au restaurant de l'hôtel.

5.0/523 Oct 2025

Deirdre • Couple Trip

Very friendly and helpful staff. Breakfast was one of the best I have had at a hotel. Great variety and freshly made. The evening meal was of a very high standard and a good choice menue.

5.0/522 Oct 2025

Belinda • Couple Trip

Staff wonderful, breakfast gourmet style Area around hotel out of this world and beach and water super.

5.0/54 Oct 2025

Hannah

Fantastic on all areas. Would love to revisit

5.0/527 Sep 2025

Ron • Couple Trip

Room was spacious and clean, staff were sparse at times but all very helpful and cheerful. The area is even more gorgeous than we imagined! All food was spectacular, decadent, and very well presented. Couldve used additional staff for dinner service, but hard to complain when the food and drink was so fantastic.

5.0/518 Sep 2025

Lynn • Family Trip

This hotel was the highlight of our trip to Ireland. Though we met kind strangers and viewed indescribable beauty in our travels around Ireland, the isolated, quiet and luxury of the Connemara Sands was a balm for our souls and a treat to the senses. The menu was thoughtful and the food first class; the accommodations were roomy and tasteful with views of the Connemara landscape and sheep roaming cliffside. A special thank you to staff member, Marion who was there every morning to greet us with a cheery smile , recommendations and true Irish hospitality. We will return to this beautiful haven.

5.0/519 Aug 2025

Verified traveler • Family Trip

Séjour parfait. Emplacement idéal. Plage à proximité. Chambre tout confort.

5.0/54 Jul 2025

Lisa • Trip with Friends

We spent 2 wonderful nights here! It’s beautiful. The food and staff were great. I’d definitely recommend a spa treatment or 2.

5.0/522 Jun 2025

Tony • Couple Trip

Staff was lovely and the beach was absolutely breathtaking!!

5.0/523 Apr 2025

Robert • Couple Trip

A stunning hotel and an absolutely beautiful location. Hotel decor on point at every level and throughout, no short cuts taken or spending held back. Rooms super clean, generous size, warm and comfortable. Service in the hotel was incredible throughout and from every Team member, a credit to the owners. Food at breakfast and the dinner menu were both excellent and the highest level. Can’t wait to rebook for a few nights in the summer!

5.0/59 Oct 2024

Olive • Couple Trip

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.

5.0/51 Jul 2024

Mary

Gorgeous! On the water Wished I booked a longer stay. Restaurant for dinner was excellent. Breakfast was excellent too

5.0/518 Jun 2024

William • Solo Trip

Quiet room. Big parking lot. On the beach. Lots of things to do.

Popular Facilities

WiFi

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Spa

24-hour Front Desk

Elevator

Restaurant

Children Facility

Luggage Storage

Accessible Facilities

Free Parking

Electric Vehicle Charging Station

Sports & Recreation

Water Sports

Picnic Area

Windsurfing

Hiking

Yoga Room

Tennis

Golf Course On-site

Snorkeling

Garden

Kids Facilities

Babysitting or Childcare

Health & Beauty

Spa

Steam Room

Hotel Policy

Smoke-free Property

Public Facilities

TV Lounge

Elevator/Lift

Parking (Free)

Hotel Services

Luggage Storage

Newspaper Stand

Express Check-in

Live Entertainment

24-hour Front Desk

Laundry Service/Dry Cleaning

Hotel Safe

Multilingual Staff

Concierge Services

Other Facilities

Bar/Lounge

Electric Car Charging Station

Canoeing

Food & Drinks

Coffee Shop or Cafe

Business Facilities

Ballroom

Accesibility

Accessibility Equipment

Wheelchair Accessible

Transportation

Tours/Ticket Assistance

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Connectivity

Free WiFi

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Mannin Bay, Ballyconneely, Galway, IE

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Accommodation Rules

Check-in Procedure

Check-in5:00 PM-anytime

Check-out12:00

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

Guests will receive smart lock details. Guests are required to download the property's Salto mobile app before check-in. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.

Want to check in early? Fill out the Special Requests form on the booking page.

More Policies

Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments. Reservations can be made by contacting the hotel prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
The property allows pets in specific rooms only and has other pet restrictions (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

About Connemara Sands Beach Hotel & Spa

Connemara Sands Beach Hotel & Spa Location
Located in Ballyconneely, Connemara Sands Beach Hotel & Spa is by the ocean, within a 15-minute drive of Mannin Bay Beach and Clifden Castle. This family-friendly hotel is 4.8 mi (7.7 km) from Alcock and Brown Landing Site and 4.8 mi (7.7 km) from Marconi Trans Atlantic Wireless Station.

Connemara Sands Beach Hotel & Spa Facility and Service
Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. If you're looking for recreational opportunities, you'll find an outdoor tennis court and a steam room. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and babysitting (surcharge).

Connemara Sands Beach Hotel & Spa Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 30 guestrooms featuring espresso makers and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have designer toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and coffee/tea makers, as well as phones with free local calls.

Restaurant and Cafe
Enjoy Irish cuisine at Sands Bar, a bistro which features a bar/lounge and a garden view. You can also stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Full breakfasts are available daily from 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee.

Important Information
The property is closed during the winter season.

Room Type and Price

Fri, 13 Nov 2026 - Sat, 14 Nov 2026 (1 night)

1 Room, 1 Adult, 0 Children