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
Reception
Indoor pool, sun loungers
Aerial view
Property grounds

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Gym
The current price is ¥20,239
¥22,972 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 9 - Jul 10

Room options

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Superior Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

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

Basic Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Accessible

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

Superior Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

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

Standard Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

  • ‪Caffe Banba - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Claire The Baker's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Lily's Bar and Tea Room - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Nancy's Barn - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Butterbean B&B - ‬11 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 body treatment, a detox wrap, or a Swedish massage 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, with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and babysitting (surcharge)
  • Massage treatment rooms, a TV in the lobby, and an elevator
  • 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

Languages

English

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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
  • 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 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

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 Jul 6, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Ballyliffin Lodge and Spa on Jul 9, 2025 start from ¥20,239, 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. 177 out of 261 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 52 out of 261 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 261 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 261 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 261 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

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

10/10

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

Very happy
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

lovely
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10

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

10/10

I go to Ballyliffin to play the great nearby 36 hole golf course. I’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

10/10

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

8/10

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

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

10/10

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

8/10

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 value for money. Rooms spacious and comfortable. Food excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10

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

8/10

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

10/10

Excellent hotel lice rooms and very good food
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10

Beautiful hotel in a beautiful place , food was delicious!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10

We had a lovely time at The Lodge celebrating our 53 wedding anniversary
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10

It was really lovely and the spa was excellent 👌
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10

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

10/10

Friendly staff. Nice breakfast. Comfortable room.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10

Beautiful location. Enjoyed the spa facilities, clean comfortable room and very friendly staff. Will definitely be back.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10

Great hotel very friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10

A great place to spend your time away 👍
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10

Lovely clean and tidy hotel, staff very helpful, food excellent, pool area clean and tidy. Have already recommended to family and friends.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10

Beautiful setting with fabulous views. Very quiet and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024