Cliff House Hotel

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Balcony Suite | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe
Indoor pool, seasonal outdoor pool
Dinner served

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Ardmore, Ardmore, Waterford, P36 DK38
  • Place, Ardmore Pottery & Gallery
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Ardmore Cathedral
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Ardmore Beach
    ‪11 min walk‬

Room options

Balcony Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • 495 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Terrace Suite

  • Sea view
  • 463 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Suite (Cliff Veranda Suite)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 732 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Sea View Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 344 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Balcony Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 340 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Terrace Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 312 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Ardmore

In historical district.At this hotel, you'll be steps from Ardmore Pottery & Gallery and within a 10-minute walk of Ardmore Beach. Molana Abbey is within 9 miles (15 km) and Red House is within 12 miles (20 km).

What's nearby

  • St. Declan's Well - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Ardmore Pottery & Gallery - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Ardmore Cathedral - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Ardmore Beach - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Fota Wildlife Park - 55 min drive - 36.9 miles

Getting around

  • Cork Airport (ORK) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tradehouse Central - Bar & Kitchen - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Quays - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Doyles Chip Shop - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Red Store - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Treacy's Bar (The Nook) - ‬14 min drive

About this property

Cliff House Hotel

5-star beach hotel near Ardmore Beach
Cliff House Hotel offers its guests a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and a hot tub. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a business center and limo/town car service. A seasonal outdoor pool, a fitness center, and a sauna are also featured at the luxury Cliff House Hotel. Free self parking and valet parking are available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 5-star Ardmore hotel.

  • 39 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 1930
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Car service
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Game room or arcade
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Cliff House Hotel offers 39 accommodations with fireplaces and minibars. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Accommodations at this 5-star hotel have kitchens with separate dining areas, cookware/dishes/utensils, dishwashers, and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, safes, and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include hypo-allergenic bedding.

Well Spa has 4 treatment rooms including rooms for couples and outdoor treatment areas. Services include hot stone massages, facials, body wraps, and body scrubs. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a hot tub, and a steam room. Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room kitchen
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Separate in-room dining area

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Limo/town car service
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Library
  • Rowing/canoeing
  • Sauna
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Free bottled water
  • Kitchen
  • Minibar
  • Room service
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Fireplace
  • Heated floor
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 70.0 per night.

Property 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.

  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 70.0 per night

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

National rating

Rating provided by Fáilte Ireland, the National Tourism Development Authority of Ireland, source of official star ratings for accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Cliff House Hotel to the airport?

Cliff House Hotel is 41.1 mi (62-min drive) away from the Cork Airport (ORK) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Cliff House Hotel?

As of Jun 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cliff House Hotel on Jun 8, 2026 start from $461, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Cliff House Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Cliff House Hotel.

How close is Cliff House Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is a short 8-minute walk from Ardmore Beach and 10.6 mi (26-min drive) from Front Strand Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Cliff House Hotel offer free breakfast?

Yes, Cliff House Hotel offers free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Cliff House Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Cliff House Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Cliff House Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking and valet parking.

Does Cliff House Hotel have a pool?

Cliff House Hotel features an indoor pool and a seasonal outdoor pool.

Does Cliff House Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Cliff House Hotel have a spa?

Pamper yourself with a day at Well Spa, where you can enjoy body scrubs, prenatal massages, and mani/pedis.

How close is Cliff House Hotel to downtown Ardmore?

Cliff House Hotel is 0.5 mi away from Ardmore.

Cliff House Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 245 out of 300 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 42 out of 300 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 300 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 300 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 300 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Conor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were friendly! Rooms amazing. Overall just perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ciarán

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything! Friendly staff from moment we arrived, lovely room with comfy bed, great evening meal and drinks in bar and breakfast in restaurant next morning.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing and 5 star staffing from our front door man, reception to the servers! Very romantic and sleek and elegant all in one visit. First night in Ireland was simple perfect! The drive and quaint little town made for a very memorable stay!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

R owen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great staff!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Couldn’t fault any aspect of my stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Cliff House was elegant and dramatic. The view from our room took your breath away. The service was unparalleled. A truly delightful stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel great location peaceful
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
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8/10 Good

Loi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Valet staff was very friendly and helpful
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff Beautiful location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Allan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic view and hotel

Super place. Great view. Nice restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent facilities and staff... a great stay and well worth the visit from the UK
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Could not recommend more- a real treat.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Orla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely stay at Cliff House, Ardmore, excellent food
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cliff House was comfortable, restful and perfect for a short. The restaurants were outstanding both for food and service.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A night Away

We have stayed at the Cliff House Hotel a number of times now and it never disappoints. From when you arrive to when you leave it is just such a relaxing and enjoyable experience.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was one of the best I have ever had. so accomdating
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Worth the drive!

Beautiful hotel and spa! Really loved the pool, spa treatments and sauna. Gorgeous views of the ocean and the food was exceptional! Highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing attention to detail
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Relaxing 2 night stay

Great hotel. Relaxing 2 night stay. Breakfast amazing.Room spacious comfortable and bathroom amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Arielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Gorgeous cliff house

Gorgeous location! We loved the staff, bartenders and spa. The hot tub and heated pool were lovely after the outdoor baths overlooking the cliffs and ocean.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing spot
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Edel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing Cliff House

The Cliff house is a wonderful hotel and our stay was amazing as always.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

MARTIN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very enjoyable and relaxing
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brendan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sea views were great.Staff were excellent. Overall a good experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023