Keanes Oyster Bar in

05/06/2025: We stayed at the Smugglers Inn, a charming seaside hotel in Waterville, Ireland, and it was a wonderful experience. The staff is welcoming and attentive, which contributes greatly to the warm atmosphere of the place. The rooms are functional, clean, and comfortable, ideal for relaxing after a day of driving. As bikers, we also really appreciated the convenient and easily accessible parking. The gourmet restaurant offers a small, refined menu, showcasing quality products, carefully prepared. A truly beautiful restaurant! It should be noted, however, that the prices are a little high, which may put some budgets off, even if the quality is excellent. The establishment also offers a wellness area with a jacuzzi and sauna, accessible for €16 per hour per person. The place is pleasantly located, but it is not a private space, which can be a bit of a shame depending on your expectations. Overall, a beautiful oceanfront location, perfect for a break between stops or to enjoy a peaceful stay. 👉 If you found this review helpful, please click "like"! It's always a pleasure 😊

17/05/2025: We came for dinner and was at first a little hesitant at first glance of the menu (especially with my shellfish allergy) but boy were we pleasantly surprised! They accommodated us with a smile and we had a starter of olive tamponade, breads, and dips they put together, then my partner had the black sole special and I the monkfish (they swapped the shellfish sauce for a tomato based one). It was exceptional! Best monkfish I've ever had, the flavour and presentation was just amazing. We were smiling and sharing bites the whole time. Dessert we had the coconut cheesecake and honey and cardamom Pana cotta and it was the perfect end. Would highly recommend for a date night.