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The Hydro Hotel

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A lobby with a central table surrounded by potted plants, a decorative hanging light, and a stone wall. - The Hydro Hotel (Lisdoonvarna)
A large white building with multiple wings, surrounded by green fields and a clear sky. - The Hydro Hotel (Lisdoonvarna)
A modern living room with a sofa, two armchairs, a side table, a floor lamp, and a potted plant. - The Hydro Hotel (Lisdoonvarna)
A modern room with two armchairs, a small side table, a lamp, a plant, and a bed with a headboard. - The Hydro Hotel (Lisdoonvarna)
A dining area with stone walls, wooden furniture, and a fireplace. - The Hydro Hotel (Lisdoonvarna)
You can look forward to a free breakfast buffet, a coffee shop/cafe, and a bar at The Hydro Hotel. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps, and a restaurant are available to all guests.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar

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Room options

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Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A neatly made bed with white linens in a room with dark walls, a framed picture on the wall, and a lamp on a bedside table.

Basic Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A neatly made bed with a wooden headboard, a white pillow, and a lamp on a wooden nightstand.

Basic Twin Room

  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A bedroom with a bed, a wooden nightstand with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Classic Double Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a bedside table with a lamp, a framed picture on the wall, and a window with curtains.

Classic Triple Room

  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a bedside table with a lamp, a framed picture on the wall, and a window with curtains.

Comfort Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, curtains, a lamp, and a window.

Deluxe Double Room, Hill View

  • Hill view
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a bedside table with a lamp, a framed picture on the wall, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Triple Room, Hill View

  • Hill view
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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A hotel room with two wooden beds, white bedding, a nightstand with a lamp, a phone, and two framed pictures on the wall.

Family Quadruple Room

  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Lisdoonvarna is home to The Hydro Hotel. Lahinch Art Gallery and Clare Heritage Centre Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Doolin Pitch & Putt and Lahinch Golf Club. Burren Stained Glass Art and Courthouse Studios & Gallery are also worth visiting. Visit our Lisdoonvarna travel guide
Map
Lisdoonvarna, Lisdoonvarna, County Clare, V95 RY 61

What's nearby

  • A cave with stalactites hanging from the ceiling.
    Doolin Cave
    6 min drive - 4.1 miles
  • A coastal cliff with a lighthouse and a grassy hill in the background.
    Cliffs of Moher
    13 min drive - 8.7 miles
  • A rocky shoreline with a clear blue sky and buildings in the background.
    Galway Bay
    22 min drive - 14.0 miles
  • The Burren Smokehouse Visitor Centre
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Mountain View Horse Riding Centre
    5 min drive - 3.0 miles

Getting around

  • Ennis Station
    34 min drive
  • Shannon Airport (SNN)
    63 min drive

Restaurants

  • Gus O'Connor's
    7 min drive
  • McGann's Pub & Restaurant
    7 min drive
  • Fitzpatrick's
    6 min drive
  • Ivy Cottage
    7 min drive
  • McDermott's Pub
    7 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • 3 steps to reach entrance
  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Desk
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets allowed for an extra charge of EUR 40 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: EUR 40 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property class

This property does not have a Ireland Tourist Board rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Frequently asked questions

Is The Hydro Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of EUR 40 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Hydro Hotel?

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

What time is check-out at The Hydro Hotel?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is The Hydro Hotel located?

Situated in Lisdoonvarna, this hotel is steps from The Burren Smokehouse Visitor Centre and 2.5 mi (4 km) from Mountain View Horse Riding Centre. Doolin Cave and Doolin Pitch & Putt are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

The Hydro Hotel Reviews

8.4

Very Good

9.4

Cleanliness

8.6

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 77 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 77 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 77 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 77 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 77 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Vintage style hotel but very charming, and everything worked great! Wonderful location, parking, bar and restaurant on site with a great breakfast buffet too!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed one night with a family of three, lovely staff, room and great breakfast buffet. Hotel in good shape after renovations, nice place and good location for exploring Irelands West with the family.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The Hydro was a perfect location to easily explore the beautiful surroundings nearby.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The room was lovely and clean, the staff were all very helpful and friendly. Breakfast was well prepared and very fresh. Overall, a great place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

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Breakfast was amazing. Dinner was very good as well. Very friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

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Clean rooms though needs updating the fittings and furniture. Plenty of parking. Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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A recent complete renovation makes the Hydro a beautiful hotel to stay on at a very reasonable per night room cost. Fabulous vibe, great service from all the staff!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The Hydro Hotel was a perfect location for the Lisdoonvarna Matchmaking Festival. The Saturday night club/disco catered to the younger crowd and they carried on until the wee hours. The restaurant at the hotel did not disappoint. The breakfast was amazing. The dinner menu had something for everyone including gluten free options. It was fantastic. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

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Excellent location. Despite being a busy hotel and getting a room on the ground floor, the room was well insulated and was very quiet. Beds were very comfortable. Shower had poor water pressure, which was annoying, but overall bathrooms very clean. Breakfast is average good.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The hotel is going through an extensive renovation. Common areas are beautifully redesigned and comfortable. Rooms are older but will eventually be updated. Complimentary breakfast was amazing. On site restaurant was excellent. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The hotel is very nice. I understand it’s under renovation so the room was quite old. smelled musty and damn But beds were pretty comfortable. The bathroom was probably the worst about the room. It was old and but functioned somewhat again. The hotel is under renovation so this is understanding the staff were very nice and accommodating. The food was pretty good. Breakfast was lovely so for overall 9/10.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Loved the comfy beds and delicious breakfast! Staff were warm and welcoming.would be nice to have a mini refrigerator in the rooms though.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We recently had a wonderful stay at The Hydro Hotel in Lisdoonvarna. While the property is currently going through some renovations, it hasn't lost an ounce of its historic, old-world charm. It is a wonderfully cozy place to return to after a long day of sightseeing. The staff were fantastic, the genuine hospitality we received made us feel incredibly welcome from the moment we arrived. We also loved the morning breakfast, which was delicious and the perfect fuel for our busy days. The absolute best part of this hotel is the location. It is the perfect strategic base camp for County Clare. You are only a quick 10-minute drive down to Doolin to catch the passenger ferries out to the Aran Islands, and less than 15 minutes away from the Cliffs of Moher. Highly recommend this hotel if you want a warm, charming stay, right in the heart of all the best coastal sights!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Rooms very clean and spacious , very reasonably priced, buffet breakfast excellent
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is well situated, very clean, with helpful staff, and free onsite parking. There is a tasty breakfast buffet which was included in the hotel rate and a good dinner menu available. Each breakfast table had white table cloths which were changed with each seating. The hotel is going through a renewal phase, but this did not impact the service. There is a bar and cafe onsite, with a nice lobby. I was very appreciative as the hotel accommodated our early check in at 1pm.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

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The hotel is beautiful. They are in the second stage of renovation to the hotel, but it was very clean and the renovation did not hinder amenities. I loved the coffee bar during the day; it was a nice touch and reasonably priced. While we did not dine at the hotel for dinner, the menu always looked very good and it was a quaint atmosphere.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

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Great stay. Can’t wait to see the remodel!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

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Despite the renovations it was an enjoyable stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Liked everything
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We enjoyed our stay at the hotel; the only downside was that the breakfast was very poor – there were absolutely no vegetables and no variety at all. Overall, it was very clean and the staff were excellent. We went to the hotel restaurant for dinner and the food there was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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4/10 Poor

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Nice water pressure in the shower and nice towels. The room was tiny and very dated and the mattress was horrible. It was lumpy and had a dip in the middle. It forced me to sleep on the very edge or roll into my husband.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room outdated. Lack of parking , had to park in a public parking lot and walk to hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Beds slid around room when you sat down on them
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Room was spacious and the kids enjoyed the tennis court! We also found a playground a short walk away. The lower rating was due to the washroom. The toilet was wobbly and did not flush well. The shower had great pressure but there was only a half partition to contain the water and water ended up getting on the floor.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026