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Reviews of The Common Knowledge Centre 3 stars

Ballyteige, Kilfenora, Ireland

#5 of 6 hotels in Kilfenora

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 129 hostel reviews

8.8

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.9

  • Comfort

    8.8

  • Location

    8.6

  • Facilities

    8.6

  • Staff

    9.7

  • Value for money

    8.8

  • Free WiFi

    9.3

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  • Reviewed: 29 August 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    A lovely spot nestled in the countryside but still close to local amenities. Really friendly staff, with lots of knowledge of the local area. Loved the opportunity to stay here, as we get to contribute towards a non-profit social enterprise who over so much more i.e. skills in growing and sustainability. Rooms and facilities are very comfortable. Parking available, as well as a lounge with literature and instruments for our use. Breakfast was so so good 💚 oat milk porridge is a game changer for me. Would definitely stay again and highly recommend.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 23 August 2025

    8.0
    Very enjoyable
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Clean towels daily change in the shared bathroom

    The staff were very friendly supportive and helpful Breakfast was v good.The location and gardens and walks were worth it

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 16 August 2025

    10
    Great accommodation in natural surroundings
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Healthy breakfast, very friendly people, eco-conscious management

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 15 August 2025

    10
    Excellent, definitely plan to stay again. Staff are so helpful. The food is amazing. Perfect stay !
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Absolutely spotless bedroom, dining area and surrounding outdoor space. Not a single piece of rubbish to be found anywhere. Beautiful secluded location, perfect night skys, bird song to wake up to, amazing nature walks, bog sauna and a magical walk through herbs and flowers to get there. The perfect place to go to reset. Lovely place to have a retreat.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 15 August 2025

    8.0
    Very nice place with a lovely garden.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very nice place. Quiet and a lovely garden. Breakfast was fresh with local products. A lot of space to sit and relax.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 15 August 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The bedroom very nice, the breakfast and the welcoming atmosphere

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 10 August 2025

    8.0
    Really nice place, location is a bit out but perfect if you're attending the courses
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Location is a bit out from closest towns with not many shops in either or ATMs Roads to the location are very narrow, can be problematic if two cars meet Sink was very small and in an awkward spot under the mirror

    Homemade breakfast was very nice, sourdough bread was excellent 👌 Beds very comfortable Showers were great

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 7 August 2025

    9.0
    Charming place
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Everything was good.

    Nice place managed by nice people. The common area is the opportunity to meet other travelers. The breakfast is good and heathy.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 9 July 2025

    9.0
    Fantastic ecological retreat - peaceful, friendly and beautiful surroundings
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Only thing I can think of would be a few more hooks or a couple of shelves in the room would be great.

    Amazing place with ecological focus. Welcoming staff, lovely guests, great breakfast. The land around the centre is fantastic for exploring - beautiful ponds, stone circle, meadows, orchids etc. This place is very peaceful, lovely common areas to relax, lots of books, maps etc. A chance to chat to other guests and volunteers at breakfast made this a really friendly place to stay.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 29 June 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Single Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Breakfast was excellent. The staff were very enthusiastic and helpful and the common areas very relaxed and comfortable.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 27 June 2025

    10
    An unexpected delve into peace and tranquility.ill be back for a course sometime all being well
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Single Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing - it was all very good.

    Very unusual, as it was the complex for an education centre. Great atmosphere and very quiet.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 27 June 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Peaceful location. Nice fresh breakfast. Gardens and surroundings very relaxing. A piece of heaven

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 21 June 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    All good

    Outstanding place to stay at a very reasonable price. Very unique and in a beautiful setting

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 20 June 2025

    9.0
    Beautiful tucked away gem in county Clare
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The birds and nature, the remote location, the staff were lovely, the space is serene, the breakfast was excellent.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 20 June 2025

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

    Loved our stay here and would highly recommend it to people who have an interest in beautiful natural surroundings, wonderful people, and good food (the breakfast - wow!). Perfectly located for seeing the surrounds too!

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 16 June 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very far off in the nature. Really nice located, nice rooms and the main house quite cozy.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 15 June 2025

    10
    Highly recommend staying here!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Single Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Not a bad word to say...

    Amazing and inspiring place! Very friendly people working there, lovely wild view out of the big windows from the communal lounge/breakfast area (lots of nice trees and birds). Really nice bedrooms, with wooden floorboards, I liked the style of the place. We weren't doing a workshop, just staying for 2 nights. There is a short pleasant walk you can do through their grounds, and visit their vegetable garden. The woman running the veg garden was very friendly & cheerful and happy to talk about it. We visited Irish Seed Savers (highly recommend!) and the Cliffs of Moher during our stay. Breakfast was really good! Probably the best of our 2 week trip! 😁👏

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 7 June 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Single Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The basin is very smal.

    The location is extraordanary. Far away from any town

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 5 June 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The location is beautiful and the room was very comfortable. Unfortunately we couldn’t stay so long due to our plans but we would definitely recommend the place.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 2 June 2025

    10
    Serene escape to the countryside.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The property, design, and atmosphere were all beautiful.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 20 May 2025

    10
    A hidden gem
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    It's a bit off the beaten track. That's good, but beware if you are following Google maps!

    The Common Knowledge Centre is a hidden gem. A haven of peace, friendly people, and surrounded on all sides by nature and birdsong. It's clean, quirky, and full of interesting people. Lovely breakfast and very helpful and accommodating staff. For the price I didn't expect such a super place.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 12 May 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    We were late with the arrival time, but still the miss that works there was so friendly, she gave us the free room. The place was tidy, peacefull, there is a route for a lovely walk, and the breakfast food is amazing!! Thank you so much, you saved us! :)

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 7 May 2025

    9.0
    Lovely relaxed place to enjoy peaceful time. You need a vehicle to access anything off site. Very interesting staff and
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Double bed had one side against the wall which made it difficult to manage accessibility.

    Excellent location in secluded area. Very peaceful environment with hospitable staff. Very tasty and healthy breakfast.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 7 May 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The room was clean and had a bathroom.

    Stayed in May 2025

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