Recess Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Pine Island, Connemara, Ireland. A much-photographed spot in Connemara, Ireland is Pine Island in Derryclare Lough, with the Twelve Bens in the background.
An abandoned boat lies on the water edge of a small lake -Lough Derryclare in Connemara, County
Traditional cottage near famous Maam Cross on Recess to Cllifden Road, Connemara, County Galway, Ireland
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Ashford Castle

Ashford Castle

5 out of 5
Ashford Castle Cong Co. Mayo
The price is NZ$2,115 per night from 20 Apr to 21 Apr
NZ$2,115
20 Apr - 21 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Cong. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
10/10 Exceptional! (508 reviews)
Unique experience, highly recommend falconry. And, would have heen a lot more fun in summer

Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026

Ashford Castle
The Lodge at Ashford Castle

The Lodge at Ashford Castle

4 out of 5
The Quay Cong Mayo
The price is NZ$556 per night from 21 Apr to 22 Apr
NZ$556
21 Apr - 22 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in Cong. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a golf course. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (416 reviews)
Excellent stay

Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026

The Lodge at Ashford Castle
Abbeyglen Castle Hotel

Abbeyglen Castle Hotel

4 out of 5
Sky Road Clifden Galway
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$355 per night from 8 Apr to 9 Apr
NZ$355
8 Apr - 9 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Clifden. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Clifden Castle and Station House Museum are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (565 reviews)
beautiful location and part of irish history. we’ll be back!

Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026

Abbeyglen Castle Hotel
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Lovely 3 Bedroom Bungalow on the shore of Lough Corrib (Oughterard.)

Lovely 3 Bedroom Bungalow on the shore of Lough Corrib (Oughterard.)

Oughterard Galway
Stay at this holiday home in Oughterard. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Lough Corrib and Oughterard Golf Club ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (73 reviews)
We had a lovely stay and the days were clear and bright showing off the location as we were surrounded by lough Corrib. The open fire was delightful. The well equipped kitchen easily accommodated our Christmas day meal. The design of the house is excellent and accommodates all real needs with a variety ...

Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025

Lovely 3 Bedroom Bungalow on the shore of Lough Corrib (Oughterard.)
West Winds on the Wild Atlantic Way

West Winds on the Wild Atlantic Way

Renvyle County Galway
Stay at this holiday home in Renvyle. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Lettergesh Beach and Renvyle Beach are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (68 reviews)
Good
Good

Reviewed on 29 May 2025

West Winds on the Wild Atlantic Way
Cosy 2 Bedroom Chalet near Spiddal Galway 8 min.walk to beautiful beaches

Cosy 2 Bedroom Chalet near Spiddal Galway 8 min.walk to beautiful beaches

Galway Galway (county)
Stay at this family-friendly chalet in Inverin. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities and patios. Our guests praise the property condition in their reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (162 reviews)
This was a lovely find. Great location as a home base for traveling the area. Grocery not far as well as restaurants and shops. Quieter area and accommodations were clean, tidy, there’s a sitting area to enjoy outside. Great for a group of 4. Easy access to Aran Island Ferry (all day trip), bus stop ...

Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026

Cosy 2 Bedroom Chalet near Spiddal Galway 8 min.walk to beautiful beaches
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Popular places to visit

Loughbeg

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Loughbeg during your travels in Recess. While in this relaxing area, you can enjoy the restaurants.

Loughbeg

Woody Lough

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Woody Lough during your travels in Recess. While in this relaxing area, you can enjoy the restaurants.

Woody Lough

Lough Abiggaun

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lough Abiggaun during your travels in Recess. While in this relaxing area, you can enjoy the restaurants.

Lough Abiggaun

Feaghran Lough

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Feaghran Lough during your travels in Recess. While in this relaxing area, you can enjoy the restaurants.

Feaghran Lough

Kane's Lough

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Kane's Lough during your travels in Recess. While in this relaxing area, you can enjoy the restaurants.

Kane's Lough

Lough Fadda

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lough Fadda during your travels in Recess. While in this relaxing area, you can enjoy the restaurants.

Lough Fadda

Activities

Galway to Connemara National Park Day Tour

Galway to Connemara National Park Day Tour

NZ$109
per adult
Galway to Connemara National Park Day Tour
Connemara Day Trip Including Leenane Village and Kylemore Abbey from Galway

Connemara Day Trip Including Leenane Village and Kylemore Abbey from Galway

NZ$119
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Connemara Day Trip Including Leenane Village and Kylemore Abbey from Galway
Connemara, Kylemore Abbey and Wild Atlantic Way tour from Galway

Connemara, Kylemore Abbey and Wild Atlantic Way tour from Galway

NZ$156
per adult
Connemara, Kylemore Abbey and Wild Atlantic Way tour from Galway
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