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Reviews of The Old Cottage

Ballyrean, Doolin, Co Clare, V95 Y7T3, Doolin, Ireland

#23 of 40 B&Bs and Inns in Doolin

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Review score

Based on 68 hotel reviews

9.4

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.6

  • Comfort

    9.6

  • Location

    9.2

  • Facilities

    9.3

  • Staff

    9.9

  • Value for money

    9.4

  • Free WiFi

    8.1

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  • Reviewed: 10 August 2025

    10
    Our stay was comfortable and had everything we needed.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The location was great. We rented a car in Shannon and the countryside drive to this cottage was such a breath of fresh air after our stay in Dublin. It's right up the road from Doolin, where we walked the Cliffs trails and saw some stunning views.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 9 July 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I had a wonderful stay, the host was very friendly and helpful, giving me tons of advice for things to do during my stay and even driving me into town! The house and garden are absolutely lovely, Can't wait to come back!

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 3 July 2025

    8.0
    A charming cottage, perfectly decorated to fit the era and it had everything we needed for 2 nights
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    A bit pokey and small but just a minor issue.

    The cottage had lots of character and had everything we needed. Close to town but far enough away to be quiet & peaceful. Elaine, who hosts the accomodation was lovely and very helpful with local information

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 3 June 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The shower temperature alternated back and forth between hot and cold which was a little challenging, but all in all a great little place.

    Cute little property just outside of the village. Elaine was extremely friendly and gave awesome recommendations. There was a little continental breakfast in the morning for takeaway. Perfect for our stop over.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 25 May 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great location, friendly and helpful host. Provided light breakfast to get us started, books about the area and a cosy comfortable place to stay

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 23 May 2025

    9.0
    Nice Short term stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    There was no table of any kind for reading or eating. A small table outside would have been fine.

    The location was fine and the owner was very nice to deal with and gave us lots of suggestions on where to explore.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 22 May 2025

    10
    The picture perfect, comfort perfect, most welcoming little cottage, in the best place in Ireland. Doolin.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Perfect little cottage. Beautiful in every way. I wish we had more time. We didn’t want to leave. Elaine is a fantastic host and we were made feel welcome from the first moment we stepped foot in the door. We will be back!

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 13 May 2025

    10
    Lovely cottage in doolin
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The cottage is absolutely dear and the surroundings are lovely. The host is lovely and supportive. The cottage is super clean and was exactly what we needed for a small stopover.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 15 April 2025

    9.0
    Amazing little gem.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    The peace and quiet of the location was amazing. It is close enough to drive to the amenities within minutes but away enough to embrace the calm. The cottage is very authentic but has been decorated in a lovely stylish way bringing it up to date. It is very clean, fresh and comfortable. Elaine was a lovely welcoming host. She is knowledgeable on the area so a great source of information. We loved our short stay. So much to see and do in the area.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 13 April 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing. Loved it all!!

    Elaine was wonderful! Such a great host, the cottage was very clean and comfortable. Very quiet and beautiful surroundings. Very close to Doolin Ferry for Aran islands access and cliffs of Moher. Most definitely would stay here again!!

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 25 February 2025

    10
    Homely & scenic
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very cosy and individual entrance which was so handy. Elaine was very friendly and gave recommendations on local areas to visit.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 11 December 2024

    10
    Elaine was amazing! She provided recommendations on things to see and places to go! The location of her cottage is ideal
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    N/A

    The cabin was perfect for my stay!

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 November 2024

    10
    Unique
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The authentic cottage experience

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 November 2024

    10
    Tremendous Ted
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nada

    Elaine is an excellent host. Met us on arrival with a big smile. Had lots of recommendations and chat. The room is lovely and cozy. The cottage itself is 3km from the Doolin of village. We based ourselves here for 3 nights while exploring North Clare. Excellent food options in Doolin village as well as a quick trip across to the Aran Islands

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 September 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Elaine was a lovely host, so welcoming. our room was lovely so comfortable. would highly recommend.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 September 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The room was cozy The bed comfortable It was so quiet

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 September 2024

    9.0
    Elaine is a friendly host in a comfortable B&B
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    N/A

    Quiet, comfortable and close to restaurants, bars etc.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 August 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    A nest with all you need and a really welcoming host!

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 August 2024

    8.0
    Had a great time in lovely accommodation and would return thanks to Elaine .
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing at all it was perfect, very nicely appointed. If anything the walk into town and back was good for us but maybe being closer to the town would help others. The walk back is very dark.

    The owner Elaine was so attentive and welcoming. We arrived is rainy, windy weather. Elaine very kindly drove us down to Doolin and showed us around pointing out places to visit and eat. The room was lovely, warm and welcoming with our own separate area to make refreshments.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 August 2024

    9.0
    Lovely cottage near to town
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The room is small and you have to be careful with plug-ins and walking around the room. It is better to stay here if you are a couple rather than with a family member as the bed is a double bed not a queen/king. It was driving distance to town.

    Parking was fabulous. The bathroom and shower were spectacular, roomy and clean. The sink had no counter space and it would be better to have a sink with counter space or something next to the sink to put items. The small refrigerator was nice and the bananas and yogurt were appreciated.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 August 2024

    10
    We had a fantastic stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Beautiful room in a lovely cottage.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 July 2024

    9.0
    Nice stay close to the cliffs with wonderful host
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The room tends to be a little cold, but there are warm blankets available

    The cottage is very close to Doolin and the Cliffs. This is a great location to explore those and the nearby Burren national park. Elaine was really friendly and gave us great recommendations what to see including a hike to the cliffs. There was a small self serve breakfast including all you need.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 July 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The cottage was gorgeous! Our host was awesome at give us recommendations and things to do locally. The pub she recommended was mcganns and the food was great, the vibe was unreal and the trad music was sensational. We had a amazing stay

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 June 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Elena was wonderful and so helpful. We will be back to visit again. This location has a great shower and amazing location to the Cliffs.

    Stayed in June 2024

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