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Reviews of The Ramblers Rest B&B

Lough South, Doolin, Ireland

#13 of 40 B&Bs and Inns in Doolin

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Review score

Based on 135 B&B reviews

9.4

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.2

  • Comfort

    9.3

  • Location

    9.5

  • Facilities

    8.9

  • Staff

    10.0

  • Value for money

    9.3

  • Free WiFi

    8.6

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  • Reviewed: 29 August 2025

    10
    A comfortable place to stay with an authentic friendly welcome.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    That we have to leave !!

    The entire experience - it wasn't just somewhere to sleep! The warmest, authentic easy welcome on arrival, the attentiveness of the host, the offers of tea coffee scones. The no frills relaxed vibe, the earthy flagstones Nd wooden rafters, in a premises with a stunning vista and wonderland westerly light. What Bernadette offers is Old School Irish hospitality - at its best. Staying two nights we got to chat with Bernadette about sorts - and leave having made a new connection. The house has been offering hospitality for many years now so it's an older build and a lively cosy place to come home to and relax in.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 29 August 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Equipment a little getting old, no TV in the room. 4 km to pubs and restaurants

    It feels like coming home, visiting the family, very friendly and warm. The owner is very warm-hearted and friendly, drinks for free, helps you in any way. Thanks for your kindness. Suited good for hiking to the Cliffs of Moher.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 26 August 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing was unexpected as have stayed in many B/B, over the years basic but with every kindness.

    Very hospitable endearing owner. Offering assistance to all of our needs.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 24 August 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We enjoyed the kindness and helpfulness of the owner and the peaceful location with a wonderful view of the ocean. The breakfast was fantastic, and Bernadette makes excellent scones.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 22 August 2025

    10
    Bernadette makes the difference
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Perfect location, very comfortable and cosy rooms - and on top the host Bernadette - absolutely caring and willing to help you with all your wishes - the breakfast is excellent and you have a wonderful view onto the bay. Bernadette makes your stay a true and special experience ! Really great!.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 12 August 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The view and the sunset from the dining room are amazing! Perfect location: the cliffs of moher could be easily reached on foot but unfortunately all the trails are closed.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 10 August 2025

    10
    Great B&B in Doolin, incredible view of the ocean.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Twin Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Incredible view. Terrific location, not far from Doolin town and not far from Cliffs of Moher Visitor Center. Lots of great books about Ireland in the nice sitting area. Great parking.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 9 August 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No complaints.waking up to a fab view of Aran islands hard to complain.doolin is brillant.

    Owner was very friendly .she made me scones and tea 2 days in a row.excellent host

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 8 August 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Beyong walking distance from Doolin so you need a car

    Very friendly personal service

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 17 July 2025

    10
    Great
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    The lady was very helpfull in getting our stay as comfortable as possible. She was so sweat, she understands the concept of hospitality.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 4 July 2025

    10
    Home sweet B&B
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There was nothing to dislike.

    Not overly priced, and nothing fancy, but Bernadette definitely made us feel so welcomed and at home. The location was excellent in terms of not being on a packed downtown street, so parking was not a problem. The breakfast menu/ options were varied. The first morning, we Americans were unprepared for all that a full Irish breakfast entailed. She quickly made our breakfast plates which were overflowing with deliciousness- fried eggs, bacon, sausages, brown pudding, blood pudding, toast, brown Irish bread, and then offered her delightful berry scones. Needless to say, there was way more on my plate than I could eat, but hubby was able to finish what I could not. So the second morning, I had scrambled eggs, yogurt, blueberries and a banana. And, of course another scone! Bernadette certainly overdoes it with her kind and warm heart. And she directed us with suggestions of pubs in town serving great food and pints.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 29 June 2025

    9.0
    Good B&B in central location to access Cliffs of Moher, Doolin and County Clare. Would definitely stay here again. B
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nice B&B in good location. Bernadette was the perfect host. Nothing too much trouble

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 28 June 2025

    9.0
    Great view and great host
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Our host Bernadette was very caring and friendly, we felt at home. The location of the house looking at the sea is also great.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 28 June 2025

    10
    Bernadette was a mighty host, and made our stay more than perfect.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    N/A

    Never had a better host, we loved staying. The beautiful scones for breakfast were my highlight, whilst my wife Susan loved sitting in the shared front room watching the sunsets.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 25 June 2025

    10
    Cozy and comfortable stay near Doolin with amazing views!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We enjoyed this property very much.

    Great location; very friendly and accommodating proprietor, Bernadette. She went out of her way to make us comfortable and was genuinely interested in getting to know her guests. The room was comfortable and the view of the sea and Aran Islands just could not be beat!

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 19 June 2025

    8.0
    Very good.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    More consistent hot water.

    Very relaxed and Bernadette was an excellent host.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 29 May 2025

    10
    We were greeted with a smile, scones, tea, wine, and good conversation. We would happily book another stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    A bit dated, but Bernadette more than compensated for any minor short comings. Good bed and a warm clean shower.

    I really like our host Bernadette. She was enthusiastic and willing to go above and beyond to insure her guests enjoyed their stay. Good camaraderie with our fellow travelers. Active people with plans to get out and hike the cliffs of Mohir and explore the Burren. A little weather wasn’t holding anyone back.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 27 May 2025

    10
    Great B & B
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Twin Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Number one is Bernadette, she makes you feel like part of her family! Number two is the view and the location!

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 26 May 2025

    8.0
    A great little B&B - well situated with a great host
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    If you’re looking for true Irish hospitality, Ramblers Rest is a gem. From the moment you arrive, Bernadette makes you feel as welcome as the name suggests. She is warm, genuine, and nothing is ever too much trouble. Whether it’s a fresh pot of tea after a long journey, a good chat laced with laughter or helpful tips about the local area, she goes out of her way, in every way. A great base for the Cliffs of Moher or a day on Inishmore, with easy access to fantastic pubs with nightly music in Doolin. Bernadette is a gorgeous hostess!

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 23 May 2025

    10
    Great host at a great location
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Deluxe Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing to say here.

    Bernadette went out of her way to look after us. We appreciated her lift to the cliffs and the fact that she even came back to pick us up. We thoroughly enjoyed the breakfast as well as the tea, coffee, and scones that she offered us throughout the day. I also enjoyed a can of Guinness that Bernadette had placed in the fridge! The sunsets were beautiful.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 21 May 2025

    9.0
    lovely
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    no tv in the room. Room was a bit small for us- walker and dog

    Bernie is an angel.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 20 May 2025

    9.0
    Great hospitality, I felt like I was staying with family
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Twin Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great location. You could walk to the Cliffs if you wanted to

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 20 May 2025

    10
    Everything was perfect.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything. The view was the best ever.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 16 May 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night

    Personable host, warm hospitality, great breakfast, and an unbeatable location if you're visiting Cliffs of Moher!

    Stayed in May 2025

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