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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 dining area with stone walls, wooden furniture, and a fireplace. - 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 modern living room with a sofa, two armchairs, a side table, a floor lamp, and a potted plant. - The Hydro Hotel (Lisdoonvarna)
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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

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar

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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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 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

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 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 and a group of people at the bottom.
    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
  • A large castle with a central tower, a covered entrance, and a well-maintained lawn.
    Dromoland Castle Golf and Country Club
    54 min drive - 36.8 miles
  • The Burren Smokehouse Visitor Centre
    2 min walk - 0.1 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

  • Bed sheets 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

8.6

Excellent

9.2

Cleanliness

8.4

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 67 out of 118 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 29 out of 118 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 118 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 118 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 118 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful Hotel! Staff were very nice and room was clean. Breakfast and restaurant were amazing as well!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Wonderful staff - can’t wait to visit again after renovations!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful hotel, even with the ongoing renovations, I didn’t feel like my stay was compromised. The staff were very welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Me and my friend spent a night there and it was absolutely beautiful there.. the stuff was so helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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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

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The included breakfast was fabulous and had all elements of a traditional Irish breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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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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While the hotel is still being renovated the entrance is very well done, the rooms clean and large enough. The staff were extremely helpful, breakfast was very good. Parking plentiful with ev charging available. Easy access to town. Overall an excellent experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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The property is recently renovated and in great condition. Rooms are spacious. The common areas are luxurious. The menu in the bar was incredible. We really enjoyed the Thai Curry.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 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
Verified review

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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8/10 Good

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Room was very clean and comfortable. The staff were friendly and helpfull. The breakfast was excellent with wide range of food
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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Our night at the hotel was so nice. We learned it recently was restored and was worth the stay. So close to Doolin - where we spent some time and ate dinner there so was nice for a quick trip. The family room fit us and our two teens perfectly with space to move around the room - unusual for Europe and was a pleasant surprise. Breakfast was included and it was a full continental breakfast with orders of hot food available. Such a great experience. I would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 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
Verified review

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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10/10 Excellent

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Lovely hotel with great staff. Just refurnished by the look of things. Breakfast was excellent. I will be back for sure.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

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It was a fine stay. The room was very dated, but the bed was comfortable enough. Breakfast was good with gluten free options from the kitchen. The fact that such a big property doesn’t have a gym is kind of mind-blowing, and unfortunately the town seemed completely dead even on a Saturday evening. The public areas have all been updated and are really nice which I’m sure looks nice for social media, but I would have preferred that they started the renovations with the rooms. The staff was lovely and helped with my luggage because the lift was also broken.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
Verified review

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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The staff were great; very helpful and prompt with service wether it was at the restaurant or in the morning for breakfast. They are working on rejuvenating the hotel but keep to the heritage of the site. Rooms were spacious, clean. The renovations thus far completed looked great when walking through the reception area, check in was very easy, overall a great experience! Would highly recommend and would love to come back in the future! Thanks Hydro hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

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The hotel is under renovation and In the reception area it is very nice. We had book 2 rooms and the were very old and with no varm water. The hostel is not at 3 stars hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is close to Cliffs of Moher. That was one of the reasons we picked. The hotel is getting updated. The lobby is beautifully decorated. We didn’t get one of the updated rooms, but the room was comfortable, for our family of four. The room had the essentials we needed. The room did not come with the fan. Which would’ve been nice to have. The room was clean and beds were comfortable. Our stay came with a breakfast, which was actually very delicious. Which was one of our favorite breakfasts from our trip. Parking was easy. There was a convenience store that is walkable from the hotel. Our stay overall was comfortable and great.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026