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Reviews of Island View Lodge

R478, Luogh South, Co. Clare, Ireland, Doolin, Ireland

#15 of 56 Holiday rentals in Doolin

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Review score

Based on 166 apartment reviews

9.5

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.6

  • Comfort

    9.4

  • Location

    9.7

  • Facilities

    9.5

  • Staff

    9.8

  • Value for money

    9.2

  • Free WiFi

    10.0

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  • Reviewed: 4 September 2025

    8.0
    Good for a visiting Doolin and Aran Islands
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Deluxe Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Upstairs loft stairs were a bit steep and shallow and the ceiling was very low on the edges so needed to take care getting out of bed. Just a note for others, bring what you need to eat, cook and drink as grocery store a decent drive away.

    Great location with a nice view. The place was clean and instructions to get there and in the place were clear. Ten minute drive to Doolin pier and restaurant area.

    Stayed in September 2025

  • Reviewed: 30 August 2025

    10
    Beautiful cozy home away from home.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Lodge was very cozy, had all the amenities to cook meals and clean up. Great water pressure! Vincent was very kind and gave us some great advice on places to go and how to get there. The Cliffs of Moher are a five minute drive away and breathtaking. He also showed us around the lodge and gave us details about how to turn on the heat, hot water etc. Chase the dog was an added unexpected bonus! 🩶

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 27 August 2025

    10
    Nice cottage close to cliffs of Moher
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    All , the host very friendly and nice gave ius a lot of good advice. 10 minutes driving from cliffs of Moher and in a good position to explore loop head and killkee cliffs. Highly reccomanded

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 23 August 2025

    10
    Short stay but memorable and enjoyable
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The man in charge was knowledgeable about the area and give us hits and tips to save money and avoid crowds

    Very clean great location

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 21 August 2025

    10
    Excellent location, spotless rooms, welcoming host
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

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    We had a wonderful stay at Island View Lodge. The place was spotless, very comfortable, and offered beautiful views of the Atlantic. The location is ideal—peaceful, yet just a short drive to Doolin village and perfect for exploring the Cliffs of Moher and the Burren. Vincent was an excellent host, welcoming and helpful with great local advice. We would gladly stay here again and highly recommend it.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 17 August 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Amazing views and wonderful host (and very sweet dog)

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 16 August 2025

    10
    A lovely family trip
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The location is simply amazing, super close to the Cliffs of Mother and has a spectacular view on the ocean. The staff are great people, so kind, take care about their guests and have very good advice for our trip. They have the sweetest dog that welcomes you and loves cuddles. The lodge is exactly how it is in the pics. You can find anything you would need for your stay. We hope to come back one day!

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 21 July 2025

    10
    I would go out of my way to stay here again, it was an absolute pleasure to stay here.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Deluxe Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    That we couldn’t stay longer!

    The lodge is so cute! We asked Vincent for recommendations for the day and he gave us the best plan! We felt so lucky to stay there. Chase (the dog) is such a sweet boy too!

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 11 July 2025

    10
    Vincent and Chase(the dog) were extremely welcoming and hospitable. The accommodation was very comfortable. Vincent was
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Deluxe Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Beautifully presented in a wonderful location.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 11 July 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Location near the cliffs

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 26 June 2025

    10
    Great accomodations for a family of 4!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great ocean view and location. Very peaceful. Quick drive to lots of Doolin area attractions. Chase (the dog) greeted us on our way in and every morning and was a very good boy.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 12 June 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The host was very accommodating. Good location with a great view.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 5 June 2025

    9.0
    A great place to stay to see the Cliffs of Moher.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The hot water in the shower was a bit tricky to manage. Bathroom was big but some hooks to hang clothes would be great.

    Vincent was a great host. Really appreciate his advice on the places to visit. His dog gave us a very warm welcome. The apartment was cosy and located near the scenic sites.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 5 June 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Deluxe Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Close to cliffs of moher. See view. Cute doggy outside (: Kitchen ready for cooking. Big bed, shower head removable (big plus) Heating (warm and cosy place)

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 24 May 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Exceptionally friendly and helpful host with great tips about local attractions and food. Very comfortable accommodation with a wonderful view.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 17 May 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful stay! The Cliffs of Moher by boat, incredible.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The location was wonderful! Victor our host, with Chase the affectionate Golden Retriever, greeted us as though we were old friends! Victor gave us some great tips on viewing the Cliffs of Moher as well as the wonderful telling us about McGann's, where a great trio of Irish musicians played into the night, one of the instruments played so wonderfully was the Uillean Pipes, amazing! The people, the food, and the music, we'll never forget!

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 17 May 2025

    10
    Cannot recommend this accommodation enough - stunning views, lovely host and very comfortable private space!
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Deluxe Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    No downside, we loved our stay.

    Amazing location for both the Cliffs of Moher and boat tours from Doolin Pier. The accommodation was lovely and very comfortable, perfect for a small group or family. Vincent was so kind and Chase the dog was a lot of great company!

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 10 May 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Deluxe Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Awesome location, very kind host. I’d stay here again anytime.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 19 April 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Deluxe Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We were greeted by the owner, who gave us tips for our visit, both in the community and the house. It was very clean and comfortable, decorated nicely, close to town, view to the ocean, and easy to access to history. Loved our stay!

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 30 March 2025

    10
    Lovely accommodation, friendly attentive host Highly recommend
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Deluxe Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Lovely comfortable stay. Cosy, warm accommodation and Vincent checked in to make sure we had everything we needed. Gorgeous dog Chase made us very welcome too!

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 23 March 2025

    10
    Woke up with a great view each morning
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great location - close to Cliffs of Moher. Friendly host and a very cute dog.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 18 March 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    All around fantastic experience and a great host, also the best puppy in Ireland lives there and we were upset that we had to leave him behind. However, extremely nice private cottage with exceptionally nice proximity to the cliffs and Doolin with a great veiw!

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 9 March 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Having to leave.

    Loved everything about the place. Chase and the owners made it feel like home.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 10 January 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It was a beautiful house with a lot of special details! Spectacular view and homey feeling! We got lucky to experience it with snow! Was awesome to meet the dog Chase as well! Would recommend it to anyone and very close to all the main attractions.

    Stayed in January 2025

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