This coastal retreat offers tranquility with seaside activities like archery and cycling, plus two swimming pools and expert spa treatments for complete relaxation
Cliff House Hotel near Ardmore Beach offers rejuvenation at the Well Spa with body treatments or manicures. Enjoy fine cuisine at the House Restaurant after active days. Guests value practical amenities like free WiFi, an arcade, and a library for quieter moments.
Located in Ardmore, Cliff House Hotel is in the historical district. Molana Abbey and Red House are notable landmarks, and some of the area's popular attractions include Aquatrek and Waterford and Suir Valley Railway Tour. Looking to enjoy an event or a match while in town? See what's going on at Youghal Greyhound Stadium. Kayaking and windsurfing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking nearby. Visit our Ardmore travel guide
Ardmore, Ardmore, Waterford, P36 DK38
What's nearby
St. Declan's Well
2 min walk - 0.2 km
Ardmore Pottery & Gallery
3 min walk - 0.3 km
Ardmore Cathedral
5 min walk - 0.4 km
Ardmore Beach
10 min walk - 0.8 km
Ballymaloe House Cookery School
31 min drive - 40.8 km
Getting around
Cork Airport (ORK)
62 min drive
Restaurants
The Quays
14 min drive
Tradehouse Central - Bar & Kitchen
14 min drive
The Red Store
14 min drive
Doyles Chip Shop
14 min drive
Garden Kitchen
8 min walk
About this property
Cliff House Hotel
Luxury hotel near Ardmore Pottery & Gallery
Located close to Ardmore Beach, Cliff House Hotel provides free cooked-to-order breakfast, a terrace and a garden. Active travellers can enjoy rowing/canoeing at this hotel. Treat yourself to a body scrub, a massage or a body treatment at Well Spa, the on-site spa. The on-site Michelin star rated fine-dining restaurant, The House Restaurant, serves dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as an arcade/games room and a library.
Additional perks include:
A seasonal outdoor pool and an indoor pool
Free self-parking and valet parking
Limo/town car service, babysitting (surcharge) and concierge services
A front desk safe, wedding services and a lift
Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Cliff House Hotel include comforts, such as fireplaces and premium bedding, in addition to perks, such as heated floors and laptop-friendly workspaces.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
Hypo-allergenic bedding and pillowtop mattresses
Separate baths/showers, free toiletries and hairdryers
Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
Wardrobes/cupboards, heated floors and separate sitting areas
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Lift
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
More
3 floors
Banquet hall
Built in 1930
Designated smoking areas
Room amenities
Bedroom
Blackout drapes
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop mattress
Premium bedding
Bathroom
Dressing gowns
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Separate bathtub and shower
Slippers
Towels provided
Entertainment
Flat-screen TV with satellite channels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Free bottled water
Kitchen
Minibar
Room service
Separate dining area
More
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Desk
Fireplace
Heated floor
Heating
Iron/ironing board
Laptop workspace
Phone
Safe
Separate sitting area
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Check-out
Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 70.0 per night.
Payment types at the property
Important information
Optional extras
Rollaway bed fee: EUR 70.0 per night
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
We should mention
Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision
National rating
Rating provided by Fáilte Ireland, the National Tourism Development Authority of Ireland, source of official star ratings for accommodation.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Cliff House Hotel have a pool?
Yes, this property has an indoor pool and a seasonal outdoor pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Cliff House Hotel?
As of 20 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cliff House Hotel on 23 Mar 2026 start from 8.744.802 ₫, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Cliff House Hotel pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Cliff House Hotel?
Self-parking and valet parking are free at this property.
What time is check-in at Cliff House Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.
What time is check-out at Cliff House Hotel?
Checkout is at noon.
Where is Cliff House Hotel located?
Situated in the historical district, this luxury hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Ardmore Pottery & Gallery and Ardmore Beach. Molana Abbey and Red House are also within 12 mi (20 km).
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Cliff House Hotel Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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9.8
Cleanliness
9.0
Location
9.6
Staff & service
9.4
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 240 out of 293 reviews
10 - Excellent
240
Rating 8 - Good. 41 out of 293 reviews
8 - Good
41
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 293 reviews
6 - Okay
7
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 293 reviews
4 - Poor
1
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 293 reviews
2 - Terrible
4
Reviews
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Donna
5 Nov 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were friendly! Rooms amazing. Overall just perfect!
Amazing and 5 star staffing from our front door man, reception to the servers! Very romantic and sleek and elegant all in one visit. First night in Ireland was simple perfect! The drive and quaint little town made for a very memorable stay!
Natalie
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Richard
29 Sep 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Cliff House was elegant and dramatic. The view from our room took your breath away. The service was unparalleled. A truly delightful stay.
We have stayed at the Cliff House Hotel a number of times now and it never disappoints. From when you arrive to when you leave it is just such a relaxing and enjoyable experience.
Beautiful hotel and spa! Really loved the pool, spa treatments and sauna. Gorgeous views of the ocean and the food was exceptional! Highly recommend staying here.
Only stayed for one night so we didn't have a chance to sample the many amenities provided - which all looked great. Location on coast of Ardmore Bay is idyllic with convenient walk to nearby town and strand. Rooms and interior of the facility are wonderfully done, staff bends over backwards to help with anything and the tasting menu dining experience was terrific - a little spendy, but worth it.
Way too expensive for what it is. For 2 people, the room, dinner, couple of drinks, and a spa treatment each, we spent over 800e for 1 Sunday night stay.
The view is incredible, rock pool is really nice, hotel staff were very nice, room was comfortable and quiet.
We ate at The Bar. The staff weren't great. Service was poor. The mains were nice but the sides and starters were bad. Dinner ended up costing 100e a head. Bottle of Bulmers was 9e. Poor value for below average food.
And a lot of small issues which arent really acceptable for such an expensive hotel. The menus in The Bar were dirty and covered in bits of food. Theres a shower by the rock pool but it doesn't work. The spa area is very basic, the sauna was cold when we went to use it. Half of the lockers in the spa changing room were broken. The shower in our room ran out of hot water. For some reason the phone in the room kept ringing through the night with no one on the other end, had to get up and unplug it.
Nice views, but not worth the money compared to other 5 star hotels which cost substantially less.
Verified traveller
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Ciarán
29 Nov 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything! Friendly staff from moment we arrived, lovely room with comfy bed, great evening meal and drinks in bar and breakfast in restaurant next morning.
Gorgeous location! We loved the staff, bartenders and spa. The hot tub and heated pool were lovely after the outdoor baths overlooking the cliffs and ocean.