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Doolin, Ireland
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Doolin Activity Lodge
Ranked #17 of 41 Doolin B&B and Inns
4.5 of 5 stars 106 Reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“Absolutely Fantastic Place to Stay- Great for Groups/Touring”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 January 2012
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I organised my sisters hen last spring, and we had decided to go somewhere a little bit remote and unexpected. When we decided on Doolin, I got about trying to book the group in somewhere. I wasnt overly sure about Doolin Activity Lodge at first, it's website does not sell it AT ALL! Deirdre the owner could not have been more accomodating and helpful. The rooms were all clean and very comfortable but more than that the large apartment we also had booked was a fantastic size and was perfect for what we wanted, everything was really clean and it really was a wonderful stay. The breakfast is included in the price too and is yum! I don't like promoting it as soley a place for groups because a family would just love it here too...there are stoves/fireplaces for the colder nights, and a fully fitted kitchen, there are books and DVDs galore if the weather acts up, there are loads of fabulous restaurants in the area, loads of attractions, great music to be heard too. The rates are superb...Stay stay stay! :)

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  • Stayed April 2011, travelled with friends
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“Excellent Group Accommodation!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 January 2012
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Our hiking group of 12 stayed in the Activity Lodge for 2 nights between Christmas & New Years. We had booked in November and Deirdre, who handled our booking, was most helpful even providing us with the contact details for a hiking guide in the area.

Our accommodation was wonderful - we had the use of the one of the self catering buildings even though we were staying on a B&B basis. The rooms were spacious, clean & very cosy & the underfloor heating in the bathroom was most welcome! The downstairs communal area was clean, well-kept and had everything any group could need.

The breakfast menu was more extensive than most hotels and the food was tasty & fresh. Location-wise, it's pretty perfect - less than 5 mins walk in one direction is O'Connor's pub & less than 5 walk in the other direction to Fitzpatricks & some restaurants. I would really recommend Doolin Activity Lodge and should I return to Doolin would definitely stay there again.

  • Stayed December 2011, travelled with friends
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Rancho Santa Margarita, California
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51 reviews 51 reviews
Reviews in 25 cities Reviews in 25 cities
54 helpful votes 54 helpful votes
“The Place in Doolin”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 October 2011

I stayed here again September 2011 for 2 nights. My room was remarkably spacious by European standards. Lots of room. Very clean - lovely windows with skylights, comfortable bed. This property consists of a couple different buildings and room arrangements and the room I had this time was in a building with private rooms (en suite baths) upstairs and a common area downstairs. The common area has a fully equipped nice kitchen, dining room and seating area with TV and a pretty large library of books for the taking.
The proprietors are very nice and very friendly - and the rates are great - I paid 40 euros per night, includes breakfast. Walking distance to the shops and pubs. Very quiet and peaceful. If you are arriving by bus, the driver will drop you off right at the property. Can't beat it! I will return.

  • Stayed September 2011, travelled solo
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Killcare, Australia
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“AMAZING!!! FANTASTIC!!!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 October 2011
1
person found this review helpful

After a bad experience in other accommodation in Doolin, this was a breath of fresh air,
the staff were so friendly and helpful
the accommodation was amazing, clean, spacious, beautiful views, self contained, breakfast included for amazing value.
large dining area was perfect for our large party of 11 with large kitchen.
the access was perfect for my elderly father.
bathrooms were lovely and clean.
washing service for a small fee.
great cooked breakfast included.
computer access for a fee, free wi fi.
fantastic central location to the little town of Doolin,
just an amazing place to stay.

  • Stayed September 2011, travelled with family
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Nashville, Tennessee
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
“Great Location”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 October 2011
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The location is perfect to walk to the different pubs. The staff was very nice. The rooms are large and clean. It is simple and well done. WiFi was not available in our room, but was in the hotel lobby.

  • Stayed September 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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