Connemara Sands Hotel & Spa - Clifden

Family-owned beachfront hotel on Mannin Bay with private beach and organic seaweed spa

Amenities & Activities

Connemara Sands Hotel & Spa sits on a private beach area with direct access to Mannin Bay. The hotel offers two padel courts, a tennis court, and water sport facilities including kayaking, canoeing, and snorkelling. Guests can join expert-guided outdoor adventure sessions tailored to different skill levels, covering surfing, hiking, and bike tours along the Wild Atlantic Way.

Wellness & Spa

The spa specializes in treatments using certified organic VOYA seaweed products, with options such as the Voyager Massage and seaweed baths. Facilities include a sea-view sauna, an outdoor hot tub, a steam room, and a spa lounge/relaxation area. Guests can book spa/wellness packages that incorporate full-body massages, foot treatments, and open-air baths.

Dining

The on-site restaurant serves dinner with a focus on locally sourced ingredients, including dishes like lobster pie, monkfish skewers, and slow-cooked lamb. Breakfast is complimentary and cooked-to-order, with options such as avocado and feta, Irish porridge, and homemade brown bread. The bar offers a cocktail menu, a selection of local beers (Bridewell Red, Bridewell Blonde, Connemara IPA), and themed dinner nights.

Accommodations

Rooms at Connemara Sands Beach Hotel & Spa include Luxury Double Rooms with Ocean and Mountain Views, Deluxe Suites, and self-catering two-bedroom houses. Each room features VOYA bathroom products, a private bathroom with shower, and a safety deposit box. Some suites offer a mezzanine bedroom with a free-standing bath and wet room, plus sliding doors opening toward the beach.

Location & Surroundings

The hotel is located on the Slyne Peninsula, a 10-minute drive from Clifden and close to Connemara Championship Golf Links. Nearby attractions include Clifden Castle, D'Arcy mansion ruins, and the Wild Atlantic Way scenic coastal routes. The hotel offers free private parking, electric vehicle charging stations, and an airport shuttle service from Shannon or Dublin.

• Location: On Slyne Peninsula, 10 min from Clifden and Connemara Golf Links
• Wellness: Seaweed spa with VOYA products, sea-view sauna, outdoor hot tub, steam room
• Dining: Locally sourced restaurant with lobster pie, monkfish skewers, and cooked-to-order breakfast
• Activities: Private beach, padel courts, tennis, kayaking, surfing, bike tours, expert-guided adventures
• Accommodation: Luxury doubles with ocean views, two-bedroom suites, self-catering houses
• Family & Pets: Babysitting service, kids' meals, board games, pet-friendly rooms