Middle Road, Ardmore Bay, Ardmore, Ireland | (251) 219-4428
Gorgeous location on a cliff with scenic views over Ardmore
Bay
Spacious, comfortable rooms with sea views and private balconies
Large, luxurious bathrooms have walk-in rainfall showers and
soaking tubs
Suites available, including duplexes, with private verandas
Self-catering cottage that sleeps up to six people available
Renowned, Michelin-starred restaurant at the hotel
Beautiful indoor infinity pool with glass wall overlooking
the bay
Lovely full-service spa with sauna, steam room, outdoor hot
tub, and relaxation terrace
Small fitness center with a handful of equipment
Breakfast included in room rate
Local shuttle service from the hotel
Free Wi-Fi
No minibars
Restaurant not open every day
Billed as the only five-star seaside hotel in Ireland, the 39-room Cliff House "hangs from the cliff's face," offering stunning views of Ardmore Bay. It draws travelers looking to escape, unwind, and take in the spectacular views, and foodies eager to try the one Michelin-starred hotel restaurant in all of Ireland. Rooms are large, comfortable, and modern, with a color palette inspired by the natural surroundings. All have sea views, and come with flat-screen TVs and free
Wi-Fi. Large, luxurious bathrooms have walk-in rainfall showers and
egg-shaped soaking tubs. The indoor infinity pool has a glass wall offering beautiful views over the bay, and there’s a full-service spa with sauna,
steam room, a relaxation terrace with outdoor soaking tubs, and a natural
rock pool. The quaint fishing village of Ardmore, with its sandy beaches and 12th-century church ruins, is less than a five-minute drive, and Cork is an hour's drive. Many charming towns and villages are within a short drive of the hotel.
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Luxurious boutique hotel perched on a cliff with gorgeous views over Ardmore Bay
True to its name, the seaside Cliff House Hotel clings dramatically to the side of a cliff near the seaside village of Ardmore, offering stunning views over Ardmore Bay. The modern stone, steel, and glass structure with turf
roofs offers serene luxury. It's Michelin-star restaurant, The House Restaurant, draws its share of foodies eager to try chef Martijn Kajuiter's modern take on Irish cuisine. The restaurant, and the gorgeous views over the water are the stars of the show here -- highlighted by floor-to-ceiling
windows and entire walls made of glass. The lobby is
cloaked in dark hues and wooden furniture -- slate-colored stone walls are paired
with black-tile flooring, a wooden front desk, and decorative details that include
purple lampshades stacked atop black crates. A small sitting room with a cozy fireplace and shelves filled with sightseeing information adjoins the
front desk area. There’s also a lounge full of comfortable couches and
armchairs, and a large collection of books. Decor is somewhat sedate -- the views get the attention -- but the common spaces are are warm and inviting, and the vibe is relaxed and friendly.
Location
Situated on a cliff in the tiny seaside village of Ardmore, an hour's drive from Cork
The hotel perches on a cliff on the south side of Ardmore
Bay, with beautiful views over the water. Ardmore is a small fishing village and
popular seaside resort with sandy beaches, quaint thatched cottages, and 12th century church ruins. There
are several nearby towns worth a visit, such as Youghal
(a 16-minute drive) with its historic walled seaport, and the seaside market town
of Dungarvan (a 25-minute drive). Cork is about an hour's drive, and Waterford
is 40-minutes from Ardmore. The nearest bus stop is about an eight-minute walk
from the hotel, with buses going to and from Cork.
Rooms
Spacious, comfortable rooms with balconies, sea views and large, luxurious bathrooms
All rooms have beautiful views of the bay, and are stylishly decorated in a fresh color palette inspired by nature -- there's a lot of sea greens and blues, mauves and subtle pinks that pair well with the crisp white
bedding and walls. Each room is graced with custom, commissioned
artwork made by local artisans -- large statement pieces hang above the
beds and include such details as polished glass, cork, or weaving. All
rooms have flat-screen TVs, stereos, radios, work desks, tea- and coffee-making
facilities (suites have Nespresso machines), mini-fridges with free bottled
water (though no minibars), and free Wi-Fi. Lovely, large bathrooms have
walk-in rainfall showers as well as modern egg-shaped bathtubs, heated towel
racks, fluffy bathrobes and slippers, and Anne Semonin toiletries. A variety of
suites are available, including duplex loft-style suites with lovely living
rooms on the ground floor, complete with cozy fireplaces and bedrooms with
floor-to-ceiling glass doors that open onto large private verandas.
Bathrooms have walk-in rainfall showers with glass walls offering sea views. A
self-catering, three-catering cottage is also available, and sleeps up to six people (plus
additional space for kids), with a dining room, living rooms, and
a modern fully equipped kitchen.
Features
Michelin-star restaurant, a bar, luxurious spa, indoor infinity pool with views over the bay, plus event space
The Michelin-starred House Restaurant brings in the foodies with its modern take on traditional Irish
cuisine that uses locally sourced produce and fish to the maximum. The adjoining bar restaurant
is less formal, and serves a wide selection of classic Irish
comfort food. There’s a lovely outdoor terrace for summer dining as well. Though
the House Restaurant is not open daily, the bar restaurant is, and is popular
with locals and guests alike. Breakfast is included in the room
rate, and offers a la carte items, a full Irish breakfast, oatmeal, or smoked
salmon with spinach, among other dishes.The hotel has a beautiful indoor infinity pool with a glass
wall offering gorgeous views over the bay, as well as an outdoor rock pool.
The spa draws its inspiration from the seaside location and offers
a wide variety of treatments, such as seaweed facials and bathing therapies in
outdoor baths on the relaxation terrace. Treatment rooms have floor-to-ceiling
windows overlooking the water, and there’s a sauna, steam room, and an outdoor
hot tub. The fitness center is small but equipped with modern exercise machines. The
hotel hosts a variety of events and has several meeting rooms, conference,
and wedding facilities.
