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Connemara Sands Beach Hotel & Spa

4.0 star property
On a private white sand beach, near Mannin Bay Beach
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

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Private beach, white sand, snorkelling, kayaking
Dinner served, Irish cuisine, garden views
Exterior
Exterior
Exterior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • On private beach
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Laundry

Explore the area

Map
Mannin Bay, Ballyconneely, Galway
  • Connemara Championship Links
    5 min drive
  • Mannin Bay Beach
    8 min drive
  • Mannin Bay Hotel
    19 min walk
  • Inishmore (IOR)

Room options

View all photos for Luxury Duplex, 1 King Bed, Bathtub, Ocean View

Luxury Duplex, 1 King Bed, Bathtub, Ocean View

Luxury Duplex, 1 King Bed, Bathtub, Ocean View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
  • 40 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View, Beachfront

Flat-screen TV

Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View, Beachfront

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
  • 50 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Terrace, Bay View

1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Superior Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Terrace, Bay View

Highlights

Terrace
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • 56 sq m
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Single Beds, 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Family House, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Bay View

Family House, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Bay View

Family House, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Bay View

Highlights

Garden
Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
  • 75 sq m
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds, 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Soundproofed
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 12 sq m
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Ballyconneely

A family-friendly stay in Ballyconneely awaits you at Connemara Sands Beach Hotel & Spa. You'll be 3.4 km (2.1 mi) from Mannin Bay Beach and 7.7 km (4.8 mi) from Marconi Trans Atlantic Wireless Station. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include a full-service spa, a private beach and a restaurant. .A pampering day can include deep-tissue massages and Swedish massages along with detox wraps, body wraps and mani/pedis. The bistro, Sands Bar, serves Irish cuisine and is open for dinner. At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Enjoy the outdoor tennis court and steam room as well as access to a driving range and kayaking. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and coffee/tea in a common area. Full breakfast is available daily between 8:00 AM and 10:30 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Places within a 15-minute drive of this 4-property class Ballyconneely hotel include Clifden Castle and Alcock and Brown Landing Site.

What's nearby

  • Mannin Bay Beach - 8 min drive
  • Clifden Castle - 10 min drive
  • Alcock and Brown Landing Site - 11 min drive
  • Marconi Trans Atlantic Wireless Station - 11 min drive
  • Sky Road - 12 min drive

Getting around

  • Knock (NOC-Ireland West) - 112 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mannion's Bar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪E.J. Kings - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Castle Pub - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Ravi’s Bar and Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Mullarkey's Bar - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Connemara Sands Beach Hotel & Spa

On a private white sand beach, near Mannin Bay Beach
Simply walk outside to smell the salty air and watch the ocean waves from the white sand beach. At Connemara Sands Beach Hotel & Spa, pamper yourself with a treatment at the full-service spa or have fun in the sun with activities such as snorkelling and kayaking.

There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. This beach hotel also offers outdoor tennis courts, a steam room and a garden. Free self parking is available.

  • 21 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • Supervised kids' activities (surcharge)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • Lift
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Connemara Sands Beach Hotel & Spa offers 21 accommodations with espresso makers and a safe. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Ballyconneely hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and in-room massages can be requested.

The on-site spa has 4 treatment rooms, including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, sports massages, Swedish massages and facials. The spa is equipped with a mud bath, a hot tub and a steam room.

The spa is open selected days. Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision. Guests under 12 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Languages

Czech, English, French, German, Greek, Italian

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/lorry parking (surcharge) on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 20 for adults and EUR 15 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Private picnics

Restaurants on site

  • Sands Bar

Things to do

  • 27-hole adjacent golf course
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Golf caddies
  • Golf carts
  • Golf clubhouse
  • Golf clubs/equipment
  • Golf driving range
  • Kayaking
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Pro golf lessons
  • Pro golf shop
  • Rowing/canoeing
  • Snorkelling
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas
  • Water sports equipment
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Highchair
  • In-room babysitting
  • Separate bedroom
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a private beach
  • On the bay
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 4 treatment rooms
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Mud bath
  • Prenatal massages
  • Spa open select days
  • Spa tub
  • Sports massages
  • Steam room
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 5:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive smart lock details
Guests are required to download the property's Salto mobile app before check-in

Renovations and closures

The property is closed during the winter season.

Access methods

Staffed front desk, smart lock

Pets

  • Pets: EUR 50 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for EUR 20.0 per stay.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately EUR 20 for adults and from EUR 15 for children
  • Pet fee: EUR 50 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: EUR 20.0 per stay

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Connemara Sands Hotel
Connemara Sands Beach Hotel Ballyconneely
Connemara Sands Ballyconneely, Ireland - County Galway
Connemara Sands Beach Hotel
Connemara Sands Beach Ballyconneely
Connemara Sands Beach
Connemara Sands Beach & Spa
Connemara Sands Beach Hotel & Spa Hotel
Connemara Sands Beach Hotel & Spa Ballyconneely
Connemara Sands Beach Hotel & Spa Hotel Ballyconneely

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Connemara Sands Beach Hotel & Spa?

Connemara Sands Beach Hotel & Spa offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Connemara Sands Beach Hotel & Spa?

Yep, Connemara Sands Beach Hotel & Spa has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Connemara Sands Beach Hotel & Spa?

The closest beach to Connemara Sands Beach Hotel & Spa is Dog's Bay Beach (9.9 km).

Is there a spa on site at Connemara Sands Beach Hotel & Spa?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at Connemara Sands Beach Hotel & Spa. It has a hot tub, a steam room and a mud bath. You'll enjoy heaps of services like detox wraps, body wraps and body scrubs, as well as sports massages.

What luxury perks are available at Connemara Sands Beach Hotel & Spa?

Connemara Sands Beach Hotel & Spa features a private beach, a full-service spa and golf lessons. All guestrooms come with premium bedding and espresso makers.

What makes Connemara Sands Beach Hotel & Spa a romantic place to stay?

A hot tub and couples spa treatments, as well as premium bedding and massage services available in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Connemara Sands Beach Hotel & Spa.

Is Connemara Sands Beach Hotel & Spa family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as supervised childcare and a private beach, as well as highchairs and childcare services in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Connemara Sands Beach Hotel & Spa is a hit with families.

Does Connemara Sands Beach Hotel & Spa serve breakfast?

Yeah, full breakfast is on offer daily between 8:00 AM and 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Connemara Sands Beach Hotel & Spa?

No, but there's an airport shuttle for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Connemara Sands Beach Hotel & Spa?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves Irish cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Connemara Sands Beach Hotel & Spa?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Is there a golf course on site at Connemara Sands Beach Hotel & Spa?

There is a golf course next to Connemara Sands Beach Hotel & Spa.

Connemara Sands Beach Hotel & Spa Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 73 out of 99 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 99 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 99 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 99 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 99 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Trevor

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liam

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous! On the water Wished I booked a longer stay. Restaurant for dinner was excellent. Breakfast was excellent too
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

William, Dorado

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet room. Big parking lot. On the beach. Lots of things to do.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Grant

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay, close to the beach, peaceful and quite
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melody

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stunning location; very helpful and friendly staff; delicious breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Felicity

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All the staff and the Owners were extremely supportive, helpful. Great place
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

catherine

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thoroughly enjoyed staying at Sands, the accomodation / staff and location were excellent. I will definitely be booking a return trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The food was SO good! Our room was bigger than my apartment in NYC with an achingly beautiful view. Everyone was so accommodating and lovely and fun. I hope we get back there soon & in the summer for more ocean activities. Sauna was heavenly.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent
Excellent Great experience and lovely staff. Food incredible
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diarmuid

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maryann, Spokane

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful food and service Beautiful location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Theobald

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maebh

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful hotel in an amazingly beautiful setting.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a great family weekend at the hotel with our kids at the end of October mid term break. Lovely beach 5 minutes walk away. Holiday homes were well stocked and had everything that we needed. Great food at the hotel which was an added bonus to our trip. We will definitely return again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl J.

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel
Lovely hotel in a beautiful location. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a nice place to relax Dinner was nice. Room was very nice with a beautiful view.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019