Name: Gougane Barra Hotel
Address: Gougane Barra, . Ballingeary, Ireland, Gougane Barra, County Cork, ., Ireland
Price range: Prices for upcoming dates start at $86 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 9.4

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The location of this hotel is captivating. A peaceful and alluring setting. All the staff were charming, from the first welcome at the front desk through to the restaurant and bar staff and everyone else that we encountered. The evening meal in the restaurant was very good, and the breakfast excellent.

Jacqueline, France

Wonderful host, very friendly and helpful, and the staff could not do enough for us.Amazing food and a mystical location. I would recommend Gougane Barragh 12 out of ten !

Joe, United Kingdom

The staff were helpful, friendly and accommodating. Dinner was delicious, as was breakfast!

Suna, Ireland

Very, very nice people, unique property, stunningly beautiful location, excellent food. A superb value.

Anthony, United States of America

A stunning location and friendly atmosphere make this family run hotel a really special place to stay. Excellent food and drinks, and lovely forest walks nearby make The Gougane Barra Hotel a splendid place to spend a couple of relaxing days and nights. Star - filled evenings await you here, weather permitting.

Blueskybag, United States of America

Warm welcome and enthusiastic service. Great food. Beautiful location. We'll be back!

Anonymous, United States of America

The breakfast was excellent. The staff was amazing! The thing that really made Gougane Barra so outstanding was the owner and his wife. They were so friendly and happy to help with anything. Add in an amazing location/view and I would go back.

Anonymous, United States of America

Amazing location, food was good but service and staff a little distracted. Perfect for a 1 night stay.

Angela, United Kingdom

Lived everything about this hotel and my stay. Truly wish I had several nights there. A magical place by the lake and the hikes in the park were magnificent. Will be back!

Carrie, Canada

Nice and friendly staff great food and a superb rural location

Eugene, United Kingdom

9.8

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What guests loved the most:
“The location of this hotel is captivating. A peaceful and alluring setting. ”

Jacqueline France
“Wonderful host, very friendly and helpful, and the staff could not do enough for us.Amazing food and a mystical location. I would recommend Gougane Barragh 12 out of ten !”

Joe United Kingdom
“The staff were helpful, friendly and accommodating. Dinner was delicious, as was breakfast!”

Suna Ireland
“Very, very nice people, unique property, stunningly beautiful location, excellent food. A superb value.”

Anthony United States of America
“A stunning location and friendly atmosphere make this family run hotel a really special place to stay. ”

Blueskybag United States of America
“Warm welcome and enthusiastic service. Great food. Beautiful location. We'll be back!”

United States of America
“The breakfast was excellent. The staff was amazing! The thing that really made Gougane Barra so outstanding was the owner and his wife. They were so friendly and happy to help with anything. ”

United States of America
“Amazing location, food was good but service and staff a little distracted. Perfect for a 1 night stay.”

Angela United Kingdom
“Lived everything about this hotel and my stay. Truly wish I had several nights there. A magical place by the lake and the hikes in the park were magnificent. Will be back!”

Carrie Canada
“Nice and friendly staff great food and a superb rural location”

Eugene United Kingdom

With a beautiful lakeside location in the West Cork Mountains, Gougane Barra Hotel features rooms with stunning lake and mountain views. Surrounded by forest, it offers home baking and fresh, local cuisine.

Overlooking the lovely scenery of Gougane Barra, the cozily furnished rooms all include a private bathroom and a hairdryer, along with a TV and free tea and coffee.

A bar menu is served during the day, including fruit scones with jam and cream, smoked salmion, or homemade soup. Evening meals are made using local, seasonal ingredients, with an á la carte and table d’hôtel menu provided.

Row boats and bikes are provided at the hotel, allowing guests to fish on the lake or enjoy the numerous scenic trails in the surrounding area. The ancient St Finbarr’s Well and Monastery sits on an island in the middle of the lake.

This property also has one of the top-rated locations in Ballingeary! Guests are happier about it compared to other properties in the area.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.9 for a two-person trip.

This property is also rated for the best value in Ballingeary! Guests are getting more for their money when compared to other properties in this city.

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Good for couples – they rated the facilities 8.9 for two-person stays.

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Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

Great Food: Meals here are highly recommended!

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Buffet

Free parking available at the hotel

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An Inside Look at Gougane Barra Hotel

Since 1936, we the Cronin/Lucey family have welcomed guests to our family-run hotel at Gougane Barra, in one of the most beautiful and romantic glens in South West Cork, Ireland.

Hotel surroundings – Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!

Closest Landmarks

River Valley Stables
6.9 miles
Kenmare Golf Club
11.2 miles
Glengarriff Golf Club
11.9 miles
Torc Waterfall
14.6 miles
Gleninchaquin Park
14.6 miles
Muckross Farm
14.6 miles
Muckross House
14.6 miles
Ladies View
14.7 miles
Muckross Abbey
15 miles
Ring of Kerry Golf & Country Club
15.2 miles

Natural Beauty

Derrynasaggart Mountain
0.6 miles
Longh Irce Lake
0 miles

Closest Airports

Kerry Airport
25.5 miles
Cork Airport
35.2 miles
Shannon Airport
61.5 miles

What Travelers Love About This Location

“The hotel is what I expected for a 3.star except for its location which is 5 star beautiful calm surrounded by beauty.”

Antoinette

Ireland

8.7

“The tranquility and peace. The view and the walks. The staff were engaging and friendly.”

The

Ireland

“everything great location wonderful staff great rooms fine view great”

Noel

Ireland

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1 Restaurant On Site

Restaurant

Food: French, Irish, European

Menu: À la carte

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3:00 PM - 10:30 PM

Check-out

7:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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Children and Extra Beds

All children are welcome.

All children under 2 years are charged EUR 6.50 per night in a crib.

All children under 12 years are charged EUR 6.50 per night for extra beds.

The maximum number of extra beds in a room is 1.

Any type of extra bed or crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Gougane Barra Hotel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

“The location of this hotel is captivating. A peaceful and alluring setting. All the staff were charming, from the first welcome at the front desk through to the restaurant and bar staff and everyone else that we encountered. The evening meal in the restaurant was very good, and the breakfast excellent.”

Jacqueline

France

“A stunning location and friendly atmosphere make this family run hotel a really special place to stay. Excellent food and drinks, and lovely forest walks nearby make The Gougane Barra Hotel a splendid place to spend a couple of relaxing days and nights. Star - filled evenings await you here, weather permitting.”

Blueskybag

United States of America

“The breakfast was excellent. The staff was amazing! The thing that really made Gougane Barra so outstanding was the owner and his wife. They were so friendly and happy to help with anything. Add in an amazing location/view and I would go back.”

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Newest Reviews for Gougane Barra Hotel

Reviewed: April 14, 2019

Angela
United Kingdom
8.3

“Beautiful location”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Dinner service was slow.
Amazing location, food was good but service and staff a little distracted. Perfect for a 1 night stay.

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: April 11, 2019

Carrie
Canada

1 helpful vote
9.6

“Gorgeous location, superb service”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Single Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Lived everything about this hotel and my stay. Truly wish I had several nights there. A magical place by the lake and the hikes in the park were magnificent. Will be back!

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: November 3, 2018

Eugene
United Kingdom
8.8

Excellent
- • Group of friends
- • Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The WiFi is terrible
Nice and friendly staff great food and a superb rural location

Stayed in October 2018
Reviewed: November 1, 2018

Anne E Bevan
Ireland
Age group: 55 – 64
9.6

“A very enjoyable overall experience in a fantastic location.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
Our shower was dependent on water pressure so could be improved.
Every member of staff was friendly, the food was fantastic and catered very well for vegetarian, vegan and gluten free. Very much a family atmosphere to the hotel.

Stayed in October 2018
Reviewed: November 1, 2018

Breda
Ireland
10

“Magical”
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Single Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing
Food, friendly reception

Stayed in October 2018
Reviewed: October 30, 2018

Rocio
Spain

4 helpful votes
8.8

“Amazing stay. Feels like home.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
Rooms are not very well isolated - you could hear other rooms and noises from the pipes - but it is not a big thing really.
Amazing views. Very charming. Personal is very friendly.

Stayed in October 2018
Reviewed: October 27, 2018

Michelle
Ireland

1 helpful vote
9.6

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Fab place.. Bedrooms need updating and more comfortable beds please!!! beautiful setting
Food excellent view spectacular

Stayed in October 2018
Reviewed: October 26, 2018

Ann
Australia

4 helpful votes
10

“Beautiful place to stay ”
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Single Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing.
I was lucky to visit Gougane Barra and stay in the hotel. The ambience and decor was really lovely. It’s in a beautiful and peaceful location. The staff were really nice. Julien in particular was just so nice and helpful. Nothing was too much trouble and he had a gentle sense of humour. If I return to Ireland I would stay at Gougane Barra hotel again for a few days. 1 night was not enough. It’s in a beautiful part of Ireland.

Stayed in October 2018
Reviewed: October 24, 2018

Mary
Australia
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Single Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Fantastic location and staff

Stayed in October 2018
Reviewed: October 20, 2018

Anthony
United Kingdom
7.9

“To all expectations”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Tv had habit of going to no signal on every channel
Most enjoyable friendly and to all expectations

Stayed in October 2018
Reviewed: October 17, 2018

Anonymous
United Kingdom
9.6

“Would definately return”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
old style hor heating pipes going through room, heating up space, although radiators were off.
location, walking, bar service, wonderful food

Stayed in October 2018
Reviewed: September 26, 2018

Margaret Cremin
Australia
9.6

“Excellent”
- • Family with young children
- • Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
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Beautiful hotel , great breakfast !

Stayed in September 2018
Reviewed: September 22, 2018

Janece
Australia
9.2

“A peaceful haven surrounded by magnificent nature”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
Nothing
The hotel was very peaceful and was surrounded by natural beauty. Staff were very welcoming. when we arrived it was raining but the hotel had several complimentary umbrellas so we could still go for a walk. We loved the little church on the island (now joined to the mainland by a causeway).There are lots of walking paths close by in the Gougane Barra National Park. We loved it here and would love to return some day. The atmosphere was very cosy. Also, the dining room was lovely & food was delicious! Whenever we told any of the locals in the north that we were going to Gougane Barra we were met with puzzled looks. It seems Gougane Barra is a well kept secret ( although the hotel was fully booked the night we were there).

Stayed in September 2018
Reviewed: September 20, 2018

John
Ireland
9.5

“Very relaxing and a great location.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
Beautiful room and a great view of the lake and hills.

Stayed in September 2018
Reviewed: September 14, 2018

Antoinette
Ireland
8.8

“Not long enough”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Blankets on the bed ugh
The hotel is what I expected for a 3.star except for its location which is 5 star beautiful calm surrounded by beauty.

Stayed in September 2018

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