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Buttermilk Lodge Guesthouse
Westport Road (Clifden)

Buttermilk Lodge Guesthouse
A warm and friendly home-away-from-home, Buttermilk Lodge is 5 minutes' walk from Clifden town centre, so you can just park your car and easily walk to town. The non-smoking Buttermilk Lodge has some ground-floor rooms. All rooms are en suite with every modern convenience. Free Wi-Fi internet access and a computer is available. The extensive breakfast features a buffet selection and then a choice of breakfast: Irish, smoked salmon and homemade pancakes amongst others. Special diets are catered for, incluidng vegetarion, gluten-free and dairy-free. All breakfasts are freshly cooked to order. The hotel breed Connemara ponies and sheep on their farm nearby. You are welcome to visit them during your stay. You can also meet the resident dogs, Shep and Harley, if you wish. At Buttermilk Lodge you will find real turf fires and original works of art, as well as lots of local knowledge and information.
Score from 274 reviews
Superb 9.4/10
Rooms: 11   calendar  (Search)
Address: Westport Road, Clifden  map (Map)

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The hotel was well located for walking access to the center of town. Excellent view from our window. Staff was courteous and helpful. This was an absolutely great place to stay. The attention to detail wasunsurpassed. We just loved the whole experience. the accomodations were wonderful and the hosts were gracious and loved having tea when first got there. Excellent location and very friendly atmosphere. Breakfasts were lovely.
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Buttermilk Lodge Guesthouse Room information

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Single Room
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1
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EUR 60.00
With a double bed, a desk and chair, lockers, full-length mirror, and original art. Also includes an en suite shower room, free toiletries, a hairdryer, and ironing facilities.

Room Facilities:
Work Desk, Wake Up Service/Alarm Clock, TV, Toilet, Telephone, Shower, Seating Area, Radio, Ironing Facilities, Iron, Heating, Hairdryer, Bathroom Amenities, Bath or Shower

Double Room
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EUR 80.00
Features include a full-length mirror, TV, and en suite shower room with free toiletries and towels. There is also a work desk and a bedside locker.

Room Facilities:
Work Desk, Wake Up Service/Alarm Clock, TV, Toilet, Telephone, Shower, Seating Area, Radio, Ironing Facilities, Iron, Heating, Hairdryer, Bathroom Amenities, Bath or Shower

Twin Room
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2
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EUR 80.00
Features include a full-length mirror, TV, and en suite shower room with free toiletries and towels. There is also a work desk and a bedside locker.

Room Facilities:
Work Desk, Wake Up Service/Alarm Clock, TV, Toilet, Telephone, Shower, Radio, Ironing Facilities, Iron, Heating, Hairdryer, Bathroom Amenities, Bath or Shower

Double/Single Room
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EUR 120.00
Features include a full-length mirror, TV, and en suite shower room with free toiletries and towels. There is also a work desk and a bedside locker.

Room Facilities:
Work Desk, Wake Up Service/Alarm Clock, TV, Toilet, Telephone, Shower, Seating Area, Radio, Ironing Facilities, Iron, Heating, Hairdryer, Bathroom Amenities, Bath or Shower, Bath

Amenities at Buttermilk Lodge Guesthouse

Transportation
Bicycle Rental
Services
Wi-Fi/Wireless LAN, Internet Services, Free Wi-Fi Internet Access
Pools and wellness
Massage
Miscellaneous
Non-Smoking Rooms, Heating, All Public and Private spaces non-smoking
General
WiFi everywhere, Private parking, Parking on-site, Parking , Free Parking
Front-desk/reception area services
Tour Desk, Ticket Service, Safety Deposit Box, Newspapers, Luggage Storage, Express Check-In/Check-Out, Concierge Service
Food & Drink
Special Diet Menus (on request), Packed Lunches, Fruits, Chocolate or cookies, Breakfast in the Room, Breakfast details, Bottle of water
Entertainment and children services
Book/DVD/Music library for children, Board games/puzzles
Common areas
Picnic area, Outdoor furniture, Library, Garden, Communal lounge/TV room
Cleaning services
Shoe Shine, Laundry, Ironing Service, Dry Cleaning, Daily maid service
Business facilities
Fax/Photocopying
Activities
Walking tours, Temporary art galleries, Mini Golf, Live sport events (broadcast) , Live music/performance, Horse Riding, Hiking, Golf Course (within 3 km), Fishing, Diving, Darts, Cycling, Canoeing, Bingo , Billiards, Bike tours

Food & Drink

Complimentary tea and coffee and home-baking are served by the turf fire in the guest lounge on arrival.

The breakfast room is spacious, with individual tables. You can help yourself to a large buffet before ordering your beverages and main breakfast.

The buffet includes juices, yoghurts, cold meats, cheeses, cereals, fresh fruits, and prepared fruits, as well as fresh home-baking and home-made breads. You can also order the hot beverage of your choice from a large selection, served with toast, home-made marmalade and preserves. Then choose from the many choices of freshly cooked breakfast, featuring traditional Irish breakfast, home-made pancakes, smoked salmon, buttermilk porridge and daily specials.

Hotel information details

The guest lounge is most comfortable, with complimentary tea and coffee facilities, lots of local information, board games and books. You can even peruse through the guest comment books since 1997.

The front garden slopes down to the road (steps provided!). There are landscaped beds and a pond. The rear garden extends up to the base of the hill where there are beds of herbs and vegetables. The hens reside here from May to September, even providing some of the eggs for breakfast, and Diana, our small Connemara pony, visits from time to time.

Important information to guests

The guesthouse only accepts children over 5 years of age. Please note that early or late check-in can be accommodated by prior arrangement. On your day of arrival, please telephone the hotel en route to confirm your expected arrival time if after 19:00.

Information about the area

The selection of restaurants, pubs, shops and galleries nearby makes this the ideal base for your holiday in Connemara. Connemara is the area of County Galway west of Lough Corrib, and it is an area of outstanding beauty. There are numerous sandy beaches, golfing at Ballyconneely, fishing in the famous lakes and rivers, and spectacular hill walking in the mountains. You can also enjoy cycling, bird-watching, scuba-diving, sea-cruises, heritage tours, garden tours, deep sea fishing and pony trekking. It is a place to unwind, de-stress, relax and breathe in the fresh, clean air.

Room information details

All rooms are spacious and feature a private shower room, some also have a bath.

Travelling information

GPS : N +53* 29' 31.53" W - 10* 1' 24.83" By Car ( from Galway): -Take N59 to Clifden; -As you arrive in Clifden turn right at the Topaz petrol station onto the Westport Road. -Buttermilk Lodge is 400 metres up this road, on the left, just after the thatched sweater store. By Car ( from Westport): -From Westport, take N59 to Clifden -Buttermilk Lodge is on the right, just as you arrive in town, immediately after the 50kph speed limit sign. By Bus from Galway there are 2 options: -Bus Eireann www.buseireann.ie -City Link www.citylink.ie We can collect you from the bus if you wish (advance notice required).

Buttermilk Lodge Guesthouse Policies

Check-in
15:00 - 19:00
Check-out
07:30 - 11:00
Accepted CreditCards at Hotel
The hotel reserves the right to preauthorise credit cards prior to arrival.
American Express, Visa, MasterCard, Diners Club, Maestro, Maestro (Switch), Other Cards, EC-Card
Cancellation Policy
If cancelled up to 2 days before date of arrival, no fee will be charged.
If cancelled later, the first night will be charged.
In case of no-show, the total price of the reservation will be charged.
Children and Extra Bed Policy
Children older than 5 years are welcome.
There is no capacity for extra beds/cots in the room.
Deposit Policy
No deposit will be charged.
VAT and city/tourist taxes
13.5 % VAT is included.
Service charge is not applicable.
City/tourist tax is not applicable.
Internet
Wi-fi is available in the entire hotel and is free of charge.
Meal Plan
Full English breakfast is included in the room rate.
Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
Pets
Pets are not allowed.

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