About this property
The Waterfront Rest B&B is a beach-front property located on the peaceful Wild Atlantic Way in the heart of Connemara. Rooms overlook the beautiful water and free WiFi is available in public areas. The property is recommended by Le Guide du Routard. The traditionally decorated rooms feature a private shower room with a hairdryer. The rooms also boast views across the scenic shoreline. A full Irish or continental breakfast is served in the dining room every morning. The owner of the Waterfront Rest can help arrange the day’s activities, with fishing on the coast and hiking on the hills above the bay all on the property’s doorstep. The small town of Clifden is just over 3 miles away, with the beautiful Connemara National Park reached with 15 minutes’ drive.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Beachfront
- Family rooms
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Caroll-anne
Canada“This was our first experience in a bed and breakfast and we thoroughly appreciated it. The host was friendly, warm, and possessed an excellent sense of humor. The breakfast was generous and accompanied by a variety of options made available to us....” - Newton
New Zealand“We really liked the location. It wasn’t wildly convenient but so quiet and gorgeous view from our window. The breakfast was fabulous - yoghurt the best we’d eaten in Ireland and the pancakes delicious. Lydie was very friendly and a great host.” - Cath
Ireland“the position is outstanding, so peaceful, the room was lovely, and the host and breakfast really great.” - Amanda
United Kingdom“A very friendly welcome. A quirky property with a French feel to the decor. Stunning views from our room over the Connemara!” - Jacquie United Kingdom“What a fabulous place! A warm welcome from Lydie and an amazing view of the water from our bedroom window. Beds super comfortable and tasty breakfast to send us on our way. Thanks Lydie !”
- Ralf
Germany“Quiet location with a nice view. Only a few minutes by car from Clifden. Friendly people.” - Peter United Kingdom“Location superb beside a lake. Room lovely with great view. Very comfortable. Breakfast good.”
- Ashif United Kingdom“Excellent comms, service, room, breakfast, location etc - what more can I say except thank you, we had a great time.”
- Lynx United Kingdom“Everything! The location, the hosts, the rooms, the breakfast. The stay was a perfect way to unwind and chill out in a peaceful, wonderful location in a BnB that definitely has the "wow" factor. I cannot recommend The Waterfront Rest Enough. If...”
- John Ireland“Excellent lovely B&B, nice people will stay again. Great location, Thanks”
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Property surroundings
House rules
Child policies
Children are not allowed.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
The fine print
Please note that it is not possible to check in after 18:30.
Please note that children cannot be accommodated. Teenagers are welcome at the bed and breakfast.
Please note if you are driving from the Westport direction: Take the Sky Road, Atlantic Way, on your right, set 3 km from Clifden. Stay on this road for 1.5 km until you reach the B&B on your left.
If you are travelling from Galway: Upon arrival in Clifden, stay on the N59 Road for 3km and then take the Sky Road, Atlantic Way, on your left (do not take the Sky Road from Clifden itself). Stay on this road for 1.5 km until you reach the B&B on your left.
Please inform Waterfront Rest B&B in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.
Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 07:00:00.
