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Buttermilk Lodge

3.0 star property
Suburban guesthouse in Clifden with free parking

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Classic Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Ground Floor | Living area | Flat-screen TV, fireplace, Netflix, streaming services
Classic Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking | Private kitchen | Full-size fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Classic Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking | Living area | Flat-screen TV, fireplace, Netflix, streaming services
Front of property
Buttermilk Lodge Guest Accommodation, refreshed in 2023, sits near the bay. Guests relax in the garden, borrow books from the library, and use express check-out and concierge services. Convenient access to nearby nature reserves is particularly valued.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Classic Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking | Living area | Flat-screen TV, fireplace, Netflix, streaming services

Classic Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Classic Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • 85 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Classic Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Ground Floor | Living area | Flat-screen TV, fireplace, Netflix, streaming services

Classic Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Ground Floor

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Classic Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

Classic Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking | Living area | Flat-screen TV, fireplace, Netflix, streaming services

Classic Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Classic Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Mountain View | Living area | Flat-screen TV, fireplace, Netflix, streaming services

Classic Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Mountain View

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • 84 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

About the neighborhood

Map
Westport Road, Clifden, Galway, H71 VF25

What's nearby

  • Clifden Castle - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Sky Road - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Connemara Heritage & History Centre - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Alcock and Brown Memorial - 7 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • Connemara National Park - 21 min drive - 11.1 miles

Getting around

  • Knock (NOC-Ireland West) - 101 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Snappy Snappy Crab - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Mannion's Bar - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Guy's Bar & Snug - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Castle Pub - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Veldons Seafarer Bar & Restaurant - ‬13 min drive

About this property

Buttermilk Lodge

Guesthouse near the bay, remodeled in 2023
At Buttermilk Lodge, you can look forward to a garden, a library, and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, bicycle parking, and smoke-free premises
  • Luggage storage, laundry services, and beach towels
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as fireplaces and premium bedding, as well as thoughtful touches like laptop-friendly workspaces and separate sitting areas.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Recycling and composting
  • Tubs or showers, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with Netflix, streaming services, and digital channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, separate sitting areas, and separate dining areas

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Library

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in room
  • Handrails in stairways (31 inches high)
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • High-pile carpet in room
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Built in 1997
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Renovated entire property - November 2023
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Mixer
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Separate dining area
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Composting
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters
  • Fireplace
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laundry detergent
  • Recycling
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Washer/dryer

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; access will be through a private entrance

Access methods

Lockbox, private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 12 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 12 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

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 major credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Children 12 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Buttermilk Guesthouse
Buttermilk Guesthouse Clifden
Buttermilk Lodge
Buttermilk Lodge Guesthouse
Buttermilk Lodge Guesthouse Clifden
Buttermilk Clifden
Buttermilk Lodge Guesthouse
Buttermilk Guest Accommodation
Buttermilk Lodge Guest Accommodation Clifden
Buttermilk Lodge Guest Accommodation Guesthouse
Buttermilk Lodge Guest Accommodation Guesthouse Clifden

Frequently asked questions

Is Buttermilk Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Buttermilk Lodge?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Buttermilk Lodge?

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

What time is check-out at Buttermilk Lodge?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Buttermilk Lodge located?

Situated in the suburbs, this guesthouse is within a 10-minute walk of Clifden Castle and Station House Museum. Sky Road and Connemara Heritage & History Centre are also within 15 minutes.

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