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The Ballyliffin Lodge and Spa

4.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel with a full-service spa and a health club

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Aerial view
Indoor spa tub
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Irish cuisine, ocean views
Terrace/patio
Indoor pool, sun loungers
Perched by the ocean, The Ballyliffin Lodge and Spa offers a tranquil retreat with 36 holes of golf, a scenic garden, and an indoor pool. Unwind at Rock Crystal Spa or connect with free in-room WiFi; enjoy ocean views at Jacks Bar and Restaurant or cozy up by the fireplace in the lobby. With helpful staff on hand to assist you throughout your stay.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Hot Tub
  • Spa
  • Room service
The current price is ļæ„17,986
ļæ„20,414 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 3 - Sep 4
Couples treatment rooms, sauna, hot tub, steam room, body treatments

Spa

Rock Crystal Spa has 3 treatment rooms including couples treatment rooms. The hotel's spa offers hot stone massages and Swedish massages. Types of treatments available include aromatherapy, body scrubs, body wraps, and detox wraps. Other on-site facilities include a steam room, a sauna, and a hot tub.

Couples treatment rooms, sauna, hot tub, steam room, body treatments

Room options

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Showing 5 of 5 rooms

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Superior Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

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Basic Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Accessible | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Basic Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Accessible

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Balcony | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Superior Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bed
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About the neighborhood

Located in Ballyliffin, The Ballyliffin Lodge and Spa is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Doagh Famine Village and Carrickbrackey Castle are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Ballyliffin Golf Course and Buncrana Golf Club. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game drives and game viewing.
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Map
F93 XR25, Donegal, Ballyliffin, Shore Road

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 - 22 min drive - 22.8 km
  • Five Fingers Strand - 26 min drive - 23.3 km

Getting around

  • Belfast International Airport (BFS) - 116 min drive

Restaurants

  • ā€ŖCaffe Banba - ā€¬11 min drive
  • ā€ŖThe Diamond Cafe - ā€¬10 min drive
  • ā€ŖClaire the Bakers - ā€¬11 min drive
  • ā€ŖThe Market House Cafe - ā€¬3 min drive
  • ā€ŖLily's Bar & Tea Room - ā€¬14 min drive

About this property

The Ballyliffin Lodge and Spa

Upscale family-friendly hotel by the ocean
Consider a stay at The Ballyliffin Lodge and Spa and take advantage of an adjacent golf course, a terrace, and a garden. Tee up with amenities like a restaurant with golf course views at this hotel. Treat yourself to a Swedish massage, a body treatment, or a detox wrap at Rock Crystal Spa, the onsite spa. The on-site Irish cuisine restaurant, Jacks Bar and Restaurant, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and ocean views. Fitness classes are offered at the health club; the property also has a playground, a hair salon, and an arcade/game room. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as dry cleaning/laundry services and a fireplace in the lobby.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • An indoor pool and a children's pool, along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and babysitting (surcharge)
  • Barbecue grills, coffee/tea in the lobby, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at The Ballyliffin Lodge and Spa include amenities such as free WiFi and safes, as well as free bottled water and room service.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • Electric kettles, heating, and daily housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free secured self parking on site

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

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's club (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • 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 center
  • Conference center (5,382 square feet 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
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • 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
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately EUR 14 per person

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards
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, 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

National rating

Rating provided by FƔilte 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

Does The Ballyliffin Lodge and Spa have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and a children's pool.

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

As of Aug 31, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Ballyliffin Lodge and Spa on Sep 3, 2025 start from ļæ„17,986, excluding 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 The Ballyliffin Lodge and Spa pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Ballyliffin Lodge and Spa?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Ballyliffin Lodge and Spa?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Ballyliffin Lodge and Spa?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Does The Ballyliffin Lodge and Spa provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is The Ballyliffin Lodge and Spa located?

This family-friendly Ballyliffin hotel is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Ballyliffin Golf Course and Glenevin Waterfall. Doagh Famine Village and Carrickbrackey Castle are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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The Ballyliffin Lodge and Spa Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 183 out of 270 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 54 out of 270 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 24 out of 270 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 270 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 270 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Roisin

Liked: Amenities
Very enjoyable stay, lovely friendly staff, beautiful food, great leisure centre, couldnā€™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

Heather

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

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

JAMES

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff in this hotel are excellent . Very friendly and attentive .They made the holiday . Very good food and service . I will definitely be back . If you want a place to explore Donegal this hotel is in a perfect location .
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Lyn

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

Great stay

Very comfortable stay food was good. Breakfast very good
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
lovely
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

john

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very happy
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Siobhan

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

Week end break

Really lovely hotel weather was fabulous and staff were great
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Lovely hotel great staff and facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I go to Ballyliffin to play the great nearby 36 hole golf course. Iā€™m sure there are other nature-oriented options (e.g. hiking around Malin Head and other beautiful areas). This hotel is a comfortable and convenient base for my purposes. The fitness center is a welcome amenity onsite. The staff is friendly and efficient.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Margaretta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel, views are amazing, only down side was the walls are to thin, we could hear everything from other rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alun

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

Outstanding

Just great food, stunning views, really excellent staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful hotel in a beautiful place , food was delicious!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Shelley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location with magnificent views and easy access to the area by car. Check in process effortless and rooms were very clean, well laid out with plenty of space and all the basic amenities. Unfortunately we did not get to use the spa and had hoped for a massage but you need to book well in advance. Convenient to have restaurant on site and breakfast included with portions ample. However we were a little disappointed with the service having to ask a number of times for items.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel lice rooms and very good food
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

WG

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

Great stay at Ballyliffin Lodge!

Excellent hotel. Thoroughly recommend it. Lovely spot, great value, good service and hotel very clean
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

JANET

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent value for money. Rooms spacious and comfortable. Food excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was really lovely and the spa was excellent šŸ‘Œ
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a lovely time at The Lodge celebrating our 53 wedding anniversary
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel very friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Keivan

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

Very nice stay

Lovely hotel with friendly atmosphere. Well recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

David

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

Another superb stay at Ballyliffin Lodge!

We had a 2 night stay in late January and thoroughly enjoyed our visit. Our superior room was warm, clean and very comfortable with excellent views across the bay. We dined both nights in Jack's bar and the food was delicious. Served hot with good portion sizes and a reasonably priced bottle of house wine. The bar staff were very attentive and efficient. A special mention to Helen who looked after us so well at breakfast time....such a lovely lady and a real asset to the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025