Cliff House Hotel in Ardmore

Incredible views. Food in the restaurant was good and staff were friendly. However don’t expect much luxury, does not feel like a 5 star hotel at all. Very dated with mismatched furnishings and in general lacks any attention to detail. Breakfast was limited. Very expensive price per night for what you get in return

This is quite the place to visit and stay. This hotel was beautiful and the staff were very helpful, knowledgeable and professional. Definitely a 5-star hotel - without being over the top. The hotel was clean and comfortable and upon arrival, you immediately feel relaxed. It was seamless - from arriving at the hotel, to check in - being brought down to our room. We were in one of the Terrace Suites and it did not disappoint! We were wowed upon check in - 2 balconies and a living space and small details in the room that showed the attention to detail in the design (example - lantern provided to walk around at night or to light up your balcony). Everywhere you went, there was a view of the water. The pool and spa were great - highly recommend one of the outdoor baths! Our only complaint was that the food service staff was sub-par. We have dietary restrictions and the food service staff (we only dined at the Bar restaurant) did not seem to be trained to note this. We are allergic to eggs and dairy (it was noted when we booked dinner in the bar restaurant, verbally noted to the host and the server). Brown bread and butter were dropped off at our table (server said there was "probably" dairy in the brown bread). When I asked if dairy could be removed from some of the menu items, she did ask the chef and the kitchen could accommodate certain dishes. However, when dessert came, she handed us the menu and again seemed to forget that we had allergies to eggs and dairy (all desserts had dairy and/or eggs in them). She did ask the kitchen to see if they could had anything dairy and egg free after we reminded her. For a 5 star hotel, I would assume that the service standard flowed through to the bar restaurant. It happened again with breakfast (room service). We noted on the form that we had an egg and dairy allergy (no eggs), and both breakfasts' arrived with eggs. When we called to have this corrected, the service staff came to take away the food, but never returned with the corrected breakfast. We didn't call to follow up/complain as we didn't want to make more of a fuss, so we left it. This is the only reason why I'm giving 4 stars instead of 5. Everything else was beyond perfect.

My wife and booked a 3 night stay January 2025. The location is beautiful and staff were very helpful and friendly. The room was spacious but for a deluxe room, only one easy chair (fabric worn and wadding showing on armrest) and no room for a table. The food options are a limited bar menu or the restaurant. Food quality in the bar was varied. One special per night and on our second night it was the same special, so that's NOT special. Special on night two was poorly cooked, I gave feedback to the waitress who was very understanding but the chef never appeared. This is not 5 star. Breakfast and spa were very nice. Tasting menu and wine pairing were most enjoyable but I have had as good for half the price. My opinion is that this hotel is trading on location and restaurant. Overall I would not rate more than 4 star. I will not be returning and based on their prices would not recommend

Amazing night here! Our room was upgraded which was a lovely touch. The staff were extremely helpful and friendly and the views were fantastic!

Absolutely amazing place ! Never stayed in the hotel ,but visited few times the restaurant. The view from the terrace is so beautiful ,that brings me here again and again ! The people working there are extremely polite ,from the men at the door to the restaurant staff!

We stayed one night and it was fantastic. I got a wonderful massage in the spa from Natalia, then my husband and I lounged in the pool for a while. We then went to dinner in the bar and had a delicious meal. Service was all around wonderful, everyone was very friendly and helpful. Our room had gorgeous sea views and the bed was very comfortable. A wonderful bonus, they had extra pillows in the room in case you liked a more form pillow. Breakfast the next day was also delicious. Warm welcome from staff, great food options. Wish we could have stayed longer!

Wonderful small hotel in a quaint coastal village

Absolutely a great hotel to stay all the staff were brilliant. Total quality throughout rooms facilities restaurant was fantastic. Area is great worth a stay.. will be back again and again…

Not 5 star impression - everything including reception(welcome) to room (accommodation) felt just a bit substandard. Dining staff unfriendly and aloof, I don’t like having to listen to problem solving conversations with other guests - not discreet enough for my liking. Reception (welcome) lady was efficient & stand off ish. Room decor was dated, tired and definitely didn’t have a 5 star feel. In the interest of balance the breakfast was very nice and the concierge staff were very nice chatty & sincere.

Just returned from what can only be described as an amazing stay in a picture perfect location. Everything about the Cliff House hotel is superb from the moment you enter the door. Cannot wait to return