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23 Oct - 25 Oct
In two weeks
30 Oct - 1 Nov
In one month
13 Nov - 15 Nov
In two months
11 Dec - 13 Dec
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Recommended hotels in Ballyliffin

A coastal landscape with a beach, green fields, and distant mountains.

1. Ballyliffin Lodge & Spa

Ballyliffin Lodge & Spa
4.0 star property
Ballyliffin
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (331 reviews)
"Gorgeous property with stunning views"
United States
William
The price is NZ$202
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Ballyliffin Lodge & Spa
A spacious hall with a high wooden ceiling and stone walls, featuring a central table with a white tablecloth and various food items, surrounded by chairs.

2. Ballyliffin TownHouse Boutique Hotel

Ballyliffin TownHouse Boutique Hotel
4.0 star property
Ballyliffin
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (99 reviews)
"Great small hotel, most likely family run. Comfortable stay, great breakfast and close to the hotel were we attended a wedding. Highly recommend"
United Kingdom
Declan
The price is NZ$259
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Ballyliffin TownHouse Boutique Hotel
A room with a large window offering a view of a tree and rolling hills.

3. Madra Rua Organic Accommodation

Madra Rua Organic Accommodation
3.0 star property
Ballyliffin
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (52 reviews)
"A really great stay in a stunning location. Owners were incredibly nice even arranging a breakfast bundle for me as I had planned to leave very early on the last day. Simply cannot fault my stay there!"
United Kingdom
Darrin
The price is NZ$182
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Madra Rua Organic Accommodation
A coastal beach with rocky shoreline, sandy areas, and lush greenery.

4. Joyce's Inishowen

Joyce's Inishowen
3.5 star property
Carndonagh
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (191 reviews)
"Excellent, clean, modern IT amenities, great staff great breakfast and quiet, tranquil interior garden courtyard."
United States
Robin
The price is NZ$158
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Joyce's Inishowen
A coastal residential area with houses along a road, a beach, and a clear view of the sea.

5. The Harbour Inn

The Harbour Inn
3.5 star property
Buncrana
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (299 reviews)
"Lovely place to stay and the food was great"
United Kingdom
Gregory
The price is NZ$229
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
The Harbour Inn
A cozy room with a fireplace, a round wooden table with a teapot, cups, and a dessert plate.

6. Lake Of Shadows Hotel

Lake Of Shadows Hotel
2.0 star property
Buncrana
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (65 reviews)
"Perfectly located for getting around town. Comfortable rooms."
United States
Roy
The price is NZ$268
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Lake Of Shadows Hotel
A rustic outdoor dining area with a stone wall, a wooden table, a vase with a single rose, and a clear view of a distant landscape.

7. SolasTobann Room 1 En-suite Malin Head

SolasTobann Room 1 En-suite Malin Head
Malin Head
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (17 reviews)
"Unbeatable location and lovely breakfast. Hosts were very helpful and kind! Would definitely stay again. 10/10"
Canada
Colleen
The price is NZ$248
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
SolasTobann Room 1 En-suite Malin Head
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a chandelier, a staircase, and a seating area with sofas and a table with a cake display.

8. Inishowen Gateway Hotel

Inishowen Gateway Hotel
3.0 star property
Buncrana
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (400 reviews)
"The room was spotless and the staff were very nice. The spa was great ."
United Kingdom
Andrew
The price is NZ$194
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Inishowen Gateway Hotel
A coastal building with a stone wall and a view of the sea.

9. The Waters Edge

The Waters Edge
3.0 star property
Rathmullan
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (97 reviews)
"Excellent place wonderful location everything you need in one place"
United Kingdom
Allan
The price is NZ$194
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
The Waters Edge
An indoor swimming pool with clear water, large windows, and a view of the outdoors.

10. Redcastle Hotel, Golf & Spa

Redcastle Hotel, Golf & Spa
4.0 star property
Moville
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (610 reviews)
"Fabulous location overlooking the estuary. Pool looked great but closed just as we arrived at the hotel."
United States
ROBERT
The price is NZ$224
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Redcastle Hotel, Golf & Spa
A stone church with a tall spire and arched windows, illuminated at night.

11. An Grianan Hotel

An Grianan Hotel
3.0 star property
Burt
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (424 reviews)
"Super nice, "old" feel but everything modern and in good working condition. Food was delicious! Bar staff was really friendly. Make sure to go upstairs in the restaurant for breakfast, old fun artifacts and beautiful original stained glass. Grianin of aileach is right there, don't miss it!"
United States
Annette
The price is NZ$200
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
An Grianan Hotel
A large, modern house with a symmetrical design, featuring multiple windows and a prominent entrance.

12. The Dorchester Apartment @ Milton on The Moyle

The Dorchester Apartment @ Milton on The Moyle
Buncrana
The price is NZ$327
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
The Dorchester Apartment @ Milton on The Moyle
A hallway with a white door, a wicker lamp, and a wall-mounted shelf with decorative items.

13. Donagh Cross Town House

Donagh Cross Town House
3.0 star property
Carndonagh
The price is NZ$1,114
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Donagh Cross Town House
A hotel entrance with white drapes and a glass door leading to a well-lit interior.

14. Mulroy Woods Hotel

Mulroy Woods Hotel
4.0 star property
Milford
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (110 reviews)
"Great hotel. Clean. Lovely breakfast. Really good value for money. Would definitely stay again."
United Kingdom
Karen
The price is NZ$196
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Mulroy Woods Hotel
A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, rocky outcrops, and clear turquoise waters.

15. Downings Bay Hotel

Downings Bay Hotel
3.0 star property
Downings
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (138 reviews)
"Beautiful place, really close to beaches, delicious breakfast."
United Kingdom
Laura
The price is NZ$325
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov
Downings Bay Hotel
A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, grassy dunes, and rocky outcrops.

16. SHORE ROAD, pet friendly, with a garden in Culdaff, County Donegal

SHORE ROAD, pet friendly, with a garden in Culdaff, County Donegal
Culdaff
The price is NZ$948
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct
SHORE ROAD, pet friendly, with a garden in Culdaff, County Donegal
A white building with a sloped roof, a red door, and a small attached structure.

17. Sea View Cottage, Pet Friendly, Quiet, Peaceful

Sea View Cottage, Pet Friendly, Quiet, Peaceful
Fanad
The price is NZ$348
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Sea View Cottage, Pet Friendly, Quiet, Peaceful
A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, green vegetation, and a clear blue sky.

18. Chic retreat with a beautiful sea view

Chic retreat with a beautiful sea view
Milford
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"SPACIOUS. Sarah provided me my orientation to this marvelous place just outside of Milford. A large kitchen with a table for four, a large sitting room, a large bedroom with walk-in closet, and a large bathroom with a large shower. Very clean and well appointed. I highly recommend this place. "
United States
Marc C.
The price is NZ$200
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Chic retreat with a beautiful sea view
A dining table set for four with chairs, a window with blinds, and a view outside.

19. Atlantic View Retreat (Sleeps 6,Pet Friendly,Wifi)

Atlantic View Retreat (Sleeps 6,Pet Friendly,Wifi)
Downings
The price is NZ$521
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Atlantic View Retreat (Sleeps 6,Pet Friendly,Wifi)
A stone-clad house with a red door, a mailbox, and a number plate.

20. SEA SPRAY COTTAGE, pet friendly in Rathmullan, County Donegal

SEA SPRAY COTTAGE, pet friendly in Rathmullan, County Donegal
Letterkenny
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Probably my favorite spot we stayed in Ireland but management was difficult to communicate with when there were no towels or bath mats (slippery tile floors). In fact no one responded to our attempt to communicate "
United States
Brion
The price is NZ$1,095
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
SEA SPRAY COTTAGE, pet friendly in Rathmullan, County Donegal
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Top Ballyliffin Hotel Reviews

Inishowen Gateway Hotel

Inishowen Gateway Hotel

8/10 Good
"Overall, we had a lovely stay. The food was lovely and the room was always kept clean. The only downsides were the noise levels, as we were woken several times by people talking loudly outside our room, with one night continuing until 4am. The car park was also extremely busy over the weekend, with cars blocking others in."
Rebecca 3-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Inishowen Gateway Hotel

Find out more about Ballyliffin

Ballyliffin Hostels information

Number of reviews
2,644
Accommodation
0 Hostels
Lowest Price
NZ$158
Highest Price
NZ$1,114

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in Ballyliffin?
You might like the nightly rates at this top accommodation option in the area, which has good reviews from our travellers: Ballyliffin Lodge & Spa - 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from the heart of Ballyliffin. You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi, free parking and a restaurant at this hotel.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Ballyliffin?
Good weather's definitely a plus when you're discovering new places, so here are some stats that might be helpful: The hottest months are usually August and July, with an average temperature of 14°C, while the coldest months are February and January, with an average of 7°C. Average annual precipitation for Ballyliffin is 1110 mm.
What is there to see and do in Ballyliffin?
Overall, Ballyliffin is known for its bars, golf and beaches. Get out into nature with places such as Malin Head, Fanad Head and Fanad. Visit landmarks such as Doagh Famine Village and Carrickbrackey Castle. Additional attractions include Ballyliffin Golf Course, Malin Head Viewpoint and Portsalon Beach.
What's the best way to get to and around Ballyliffin while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in and around Ballyliffin in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Londonderry (LDY-City of Derry), 18.8 mi (30.3 km) from the city centre. An alternative is Letterkenny (LTR-Letterkenny Airfield), which is 25.2 mi (40.5 km) away.