Ballydonegan Allihies Beara, Allihies, Ireland
#1 of 2 hotels in Allihies
Guests' ChoiceBased on 32 B&B reviews
9.7Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.4
Location
9.7
Facilities
9.3
Staff
10.0
Value for money
9.7
Free Wifi
9.2
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Reviewed: May 9, 2025
Neo
SwedenThere was honestly nothing to complain about with this specific B&B - even if I wish I could provide something constructive!
A gracious host who truly put care into her craft and both made you feel welcomed and at ease. A lovely breakfast was included and we got to stay in the pods out back which made me want to buy a pod myself, honestly! We enjoyed Dursey island and fall asleep to a beautiful sunset through the glass wall of the pod.
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: July 13, 2024
Carroll
IrelandThe host was extremely friendly and caring woman.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: June 24, 2024
Doug
United KingdomGood clean convenient position overlooking sea and beach with car parking. Irene was a friendly helpful host.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: June 6, 2024
John
United StatesThe spectacular location, the lovely host, the room, the breakfast, the cleanliness
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: May 9, 2024
Kate
IrelandAll was great. Decor bit not to my liking but everyone likes different things. Mattress could be tad better.
The owner was lovely and very friendly and went above and beyond to make our stay pleasurable. The location couldn’t be better and we were so lucky with the weather as well.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: May 8, 2024
Louise
United KingdomSpotless. Friendly. Exceptional breakfast.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: April 26, 2024
James
IrelandNothing
Excellent B & B. Staff are very friendly and helpful. Great breakfast.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 25, 2024
Leonie
AustraliaComfortable homely stay in a working farmhouse with lovely hosts. Stunning location.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: April 15, 2024
Jonathan
United KingdomThe only negative I can give is there was no clear signage that made it clear I was in the right place when i first arrived, but this is so minor!
Very warm and welcoming host. The room had all the facilities and comforts you would need for a few days stay. The breakfast menu had good options and was delicious. The location is beautiful, with great views of the bay, and a short walk from the local village and pub.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 26, 2024
Gabrielle
AustraliaNothing at all.
Everything was perfect at this property. The host Irene was a lovely woman who made sure our stay was amazing. The most sensational breakfast spread where everything was fresh and delicious. The view from this property was stunning. The local pub had live music and delicious food.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: August 28, 2023
Jean
IrelandThis B&B was exceptional. So many little touches to add comfort, like the toilet paper folded the same as you would find in hotel bathrooms and biscuits next to the tea and coffee in the room! Everything was spotless and the bed was one of the most comfortable I have ever slept it. The breakfast was 10/10 - restaurant quality. Irene could set up a business selling her homemade waffles alone - what a treat with a cup of coffee. I'll be back! Irene also kindly refunded me some money as I overpaid online (she doesn't charge for 2 year olds). Thanks Irene. An honest, kind, welcoming host.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: May 29, 2023
Jessica
IrelandNothing
Irene is a diamond.. She couldn't do enough for us, she keeps the house extremely well. The breakfast was beautiful We couldn't fault anything. Very good value for money.. we will be back for sure 👍
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: May 16, 2023
Andrew
CanadaIt could not be any better
The breakfast was fantastic served by the friendly and helpful host.
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: April 11, 2023
Tristan
IrelandAll was perfectly fine.
Welcoming and friendly all around great, a great view, a great place, all was fantastic, breakfast was good and served perfectly on time, the place is spotless and nice, there is nothing bad to say about it
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: March 31, 2023
Jackie
United StatesThe quality of the food and wine. It doesn’t match the excellence of the hotel or the service.
The location is stunning and easy to get to. The food and wine was good, not great. The service was excellent. And the room was lovely.
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: March 31, 2023
Aranr
IrelandThe location is absolutely breathtaking. The rooms had everything you could want. The breakfast was one of the highlights of our Cork and Kerry roadtrip.
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: February 27, 2023
Laura
IrelandWe thoroughly enjoyed our stay in the beach view BnB. Irene was a fabulous host. The room was warm clean and spacious. The breakfast the next day was delicious. It was great value for money with stunning sea views. We would definitely return.
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: February 11, 2023
Ben
IrelandIrene greeted my partner and I. Irene was so welcoming to us. She introduced us to the room we stayed in. She talked with us and explained bed and breakfast is in the morning, with a list of incredible breakfast options. The room with a double bed was very comfortable and the house was all at a very professional standard. She explained that we were more than welcome to have tea and coffee and to help ourselves to the complimentary fridge consisting of different drinks. Bed was very comfortable and Irene left flowers in the room we stayed in. Breakfast was top class. Irene is a true professional and I would recommend anyone to stay at Beach View Bed and Breakfast. 10 out of 10.
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: October 9, 2022
Jose
Spain.
We spend one night in a ensuite bedroom room. The host keeps all details and keep you feel like in home. Excellent breakfast =D =D. Unfortunately we was on route and we could just sleeped one night. Without any doubt, We would book on this place if we travel on this area again. Thanks =D
Stayed in October 2022
Reviewed: September 26, 2022
Dariusz
IrelandThe room was nice and clean, Irene so friendly, helpful, smiley and very welcoming, breakfast she made was fresh and delicious and the views from the room breathtaking with amazing sunset
Stayed in September 2022
Reviewed: September 15, 2022
Breda
IrelandFab breakfast, great selection of lovely fresh food.
Stayed in August 2022
Reviewed: July 20, 2025
Aideen
IrelandThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: May 17, 2025
Paul
United KingdomThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: June 21, 2023
Barry
IrelandThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: June 14, 2023
Hayden
United KingdomThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in June 2023
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