Buttermilk Lodge - Clifden

Family-run self-catering apartments 5 minutes' walk from Clifden town centre, with homemade welcome treats and free on-site parking.

Accommodation and Room Types

Buttermilk Lodge Clifden offers six self-catering apartments with private entrances. Three apartments are in a separate building: two ground-floor one-bedroom units and one first-floor two-bedroom apartment. The remaining three apartments are in the main building: two one-bedroom and one two-bedroom on the first floor. Each bedroom has a private shower room with personal toiletries and towels, plus a fully equipped kitchen with a Dolce Gusto coffee machine, cooker, microwave, and washer-dryer.

Location and Surroundings

The hotel sits a 5-minute walk from Clifden town centre, allowing guests to leave their car parked in the free on-site secure parking. Connemara National Park is a 30-minute drive away, and the Wild Atlantic Way is easily accessible for scenic coastal views. Nearby attractions include Kylemore Abbey and the Alcock & Brown Memorial. Guests can also visit the owners' farm a few kilometers away, where Connemara Ponies and sheep are bred.

Welcome Package and Self-Catering Essentials

On arrival, guests receive complimentary tea, coffee, fresh milk, juice, cereals, condiments, and homemade brown bread and cake. The kitchens are stocked with all utensils, a toaster, stovetop, oven, and dishwasher. Each apartment has a comfortable living area with TV and electric fireplace. This setup makes self-catering stays convenient from the first morning.

Family and Group Suitability

Buttermilk Lodge guesthouse accommodates families and groups with two-bedroom apartments that sleep up to four guests. The apartments include a washing machine and tumble dryer, plus a sofa and dining area. Board games and puzzles are available for children. Guests are welcome to meet the owners' three friendly dogs, Milo, Robbie, and Ben.

Outdoor Activities and Local Experiences

The hotel is surrounded by hiking trails, and guests can borrow bicycles for bike tours. A golf course and mini golf are within driving distance. The owners breed Connemara Ponies on their nearby farm and invite guests to visit during their stay. Each apartment provides a picnic area and BBQ facilities in the garden.

• Location: 5-minute walk to Clifden town centre
• Rooms: 6 self-catering apartments with private entrances
• Dining: Homemade brown bread and cake on arrival
• Family: Two-bedroom apartments and board games
• Activities: Visit Connemara Pony farm on site
• Parking: Free on-site secure parking for cars, bicycles, motorbikes