Liss Ard Estate

Nice estate, great walks around the grounds.

Got 2 rough nights in a row. Our room was directly above the bar which stayed open until the early hours of the morning. First night the fire alarm went off at 2:30 a.m… we had just managed to fall asleep by then. The second, night, after several calls to reception, went downstairs myself at 2 a.m. to explain that sleeping was impossible. We tried the sauna but that thing didn’t get hot.

Beautiful grounds, charming buildings, lovely lounging spaces. Everything is pristine, warm & tranquil. But not precious, so you feel completely comfortable lounging around. Board games, tons of books, TVs, so great opportunities for family to sit & relax together. Didn't have dinner here, as had other plans, but judging by the superb breakfasts, you'd be delighted. Reasonable prices at the bar too. We stayed in the lake house, a bit removed from main house. Ten rooms. Two sitting rooms, with loads of comfy seating, games, TV etc. One full kitchen, with table. A conservatory. A patio. Find someone to rent the other rooms & have a lake house weekend together!

Had a good think about this. Couldn't find an answer. If I had to say something, I'd say: get someone to sand down & repaint the outdoor furniture on the patio at the Lake House. And railings etc around the utility building there. That looks a bit neglected, & at odds with everything else.

Excellent peaceful location for sections of The Wild Atlantic Way. Our Garden Room was small but adequate and comfortable to return to after a day’s driving.

A few niggles - stain on ceiling and light not working above bed (maintenance issue), window did not close properly (security issue), trendy 4 poster bed obscured clear view of TV (interior design issue). It was my husband’s 70th birthday during our stay. This was not acknowledged by the hotel and I had to chase the whereabouts of the celebratory bottle of Champagne pre-ordered and paid for by my children (management issue).

The hotel was fabulous. Lots on offer in terms of activities such as row boats, kayaking etc and a sauna for a small fee. The hotel itself is one house however there is a lake house about a 5 min drive away which is accessible via car or in the golf carts provided by the hotel. It was a great stay . The dinner was lovely however the bar afterwards was lacking atmosphere. Maybe a little background music would help. The staff were so helpful and friendly. And I love that the hotel is dog friendly and has such a focus on using their own produce. Overall A lovely Stay.

Very welcoming

Nothing

- gardens were beautiful - room super clean - very comfortable bed - home made choices at breakfast - nice decor in rooms - fresh towels everyday

- I wouldn’t say this property is a relais and chateaux. We booked this property thinking it would be up to the same standard as the others we have stayed in but it did not live up to the standard in any way in terms of service and experience. Such simple upgrades could make this hotel amazing and just give it some life such as - playing classical music or just some music in the lobby/hotel as it felt very quiet and a bit solemn and echoey when we walked in. - big bouquet of fresh flowers when you go in to just give it that fresh luxury welcome or even fake ones! - staff taking luggage to rooms and a welcome drink on arrival so you can settle in - front of house staff being bubbly and personable rather than shy and quiet - adding curtains to the lounge rooms so the rooms feel warm and homely and inviting rather than bare and mismatched The hotel looks great from the outside, but internally it just feels a bit unwelcoming. Not a 5* welcome at all. The dining and relaxation rooms lack atmosphere and it felt a bit sad.