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This stunning 4 Star hotel is run by General Manager and Proprietors Brian and Paul Hughes and is placed in am amazing setting with the approach on the aptly named Sky Road involving ascending from Clifden, then making a swift descent towards the sea to find yourself in the pleasant gardens of Abbeyglen Castle Hotel.
Built in 1832, Abbeyglen is owned and operated by two generations of the Hughes family and is renowned for the quality of its cuisine and choice of accommodation, with 18 superior rooms, many with four poster beds, jacuzzi and open fires.
You can enjoy most indoor and outdoor pursuits from a range of facilities at Abbeyglen and from its commanding position overlooking the village of Clifden, at the head of a magnificent bay against the mountainous backdrop of the “Twelve Bens”, Abbeyglen Castle Hotel is the ideal base for touring Connemara, one of the loveliest parts of Ireland blessed with a natural beauty.
When the day’s activities are over and Abbeyglen beckons, The Hughes’ tell us to be assured that your care and comfort will be in practiced hands with the added attraction of a friendly welcome, complimentary afternoon tea, gourmet cuisine, Steinway sounds and unrivalled atmosphere.
The property has an AA Courtesy and Care Award 2002 and one AA Rosettes for
Food.
Hotel Contact details: –
Abbeyglen Castle Hotel, SkyRoad, Clifden, Co. Galway, Ireland.
Tel: +353 1 2958900
Email: [email protected]
Reservations: +353 1 2958900 (from outside Republic of Ireland) or Email [email protected]
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