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About staying in Connemara
Connemara lies in County Galway on Ireland's western coast, a landscape of mountains, bogland and Atlantic inlets. Basing a stay here means choosing between the lively town of Clifden, the gateway village of Oughterard, or quieter countryside and coastal spots. Galway city sits to the east and works well for a short city break with easy access to the region. Stays range from hotels and guesthouses to self catering cottages and a small number of hostels, with many offering free parking and family rooms. The area is about 250 kilometres in a straight line from Dublin Airport, so arrivals by air usually involve a onward journey by road or public transport, which visitors should check in advance.
The region's centre lies about 250 km in a straight line from Dublin Airport.
49 stays have guest reviews, averaging 4.6 out of 5.
Planning the trip? The Connemara guide covers what to see and how to get around.
Connemara: questions
How many places to stay are listed in Connemara?
This guide lists 501 stays in Connemara: 152 hotels, 33 B&Bs and guesthouses, 296 self-catering stays, 7 hostels and 13 other places to stay.
Which stays in Connemara have the best guest scores?
Weighted for review volume, the highest rated are Fernwood, Clifden (5.0 from 260 reviews), The Inn to the West (4.9 from 129 reviews) and Lough Inagh Lodge Hotel (4.8 from 272 reviews). The average across 49 rated stays in Connemara is 4.6 out of 5.
Which town is the best base for a stay in Connemara?
Clifden is the largest town in Connemara and has the widest choice of places to stay, making it a practical base for exploring the coast and mountains. Oughterard suits those arriving from the east, while Galway city offers a city base with access to the region.
Should visitors stay in a town or in the countryside in Connemara?
Staying in a town such as Clifden or Oughterard puts shops and services within walking distance. Countryside and coastal stays offer more quiet and space, often with free parking, but a car is useful for reaching villages and sights. The choice depends on whether a guest prefers convenience or seclusion.
How do visitors reach the main sights of Connemara from their accommodation?
Most stays are spread between Clifden, Oughterard and the surrounding countryside, so a car is the usual way to reach coastal viewpoints, mountain roads and villages. Public transport exists but is limited, and visitors should check current routes and schedules locally before travelling.
Which types of stay in Connemara suit groups, families or short city breaks?
Self catering properties are plentiful and suit groups and families wanting space and flexibility, while many hotels and guesthouses offer family rooms. For a short city break, Galway city has a range of hotels and guesthouses, with Connemara's countryside within reach for day trips.
Which towns in Connemara have the most places to stay?
Clifden (247), Ballinrobe (45), Galway (40), Oughterard (39) and Moycullen (1) have the most listings in this guide.
How many stays in Connemara have free parking?
394 stays in Connemara have free parking, 302 stays have family features such as family rooms or cots, and 124 allow pets. The facilities filter on this page narrows the list.