Reviews of Stella Maris Shore House This rating is a reflection of how the property compares to the industry standard when it comes to price, facilities and services available. It's based on a self-evaluation by the property. Use this rating to help choose your stay!
Co. Mayo, Ballycastle, Ireland
#2 of 5 hotels in Ballycastle
Guests' ChoiceReview Score
Based on 86 hotel reviews
Score breakdown
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Cleanliness
9.8
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Comfort
9.7
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Location
9.8
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Facilities
9.1
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Staff
9.8
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Value for money
8.9
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Free Wifi
9.5
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Reviewed: August 6, 2025
Michael
United States8 Reviews1 helpful vote“We’ve been all over Ireland for three weeks and this has been the best experience we’ve had - would love to come back.”Beautiful location, stylish decor, exceptional service
Stayed in August 2025
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Reviewed: July 24, 2025
Raffaele
Switzerland13 Reviews1 helpful vote“Very stylish, cozy, amazing food and very friendly stuff.”Very stylish, cozy, amazing food and very friendly stuff.
Stayed in July 2025
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Reviewed: July 24, 2025
Josephine
Ireland22 Reviews“Extraordinary location with wonderful views, it’s comfortable and quite a boutique experience.”The location is outstanding and the historic building upgraded tastefully. Food and hospitality all great standard.
Stayed in July 2025
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Reviewed: July 24, 2025
Brendan
Switzerland68 Reviews1 helpful vote“Don't miss Stella Maris Shorehouse- you won't regret”Stunning hotel newly renovated. Breathtaking location and a 5star host
Stayed in July 2025
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Reviewed: July 22, 2025
Nicholas
United Kingdom48 Reviews4 helpful votes“Fantastic location and attentive service, and I almost forgot - fabulous food!”No lift but not really a problem
Staff, location, personal service
Stayed in July 2025
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Reviewed: July 19, 2025
Teresa
Ireland20 Reviews1 helpful vote“Fabulous experience and looking forward to returning”N/a
The location is beautiful spectacular sea view from breakfast bedrooms and dining.
Stayed in July 2025
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Reviewed: July 16, 2025
Deirdre
United Kingdom2 Reviews“We loved everything about Stella Maris Shore House and would recommend it highly.”We loved everything.
Thank you for a most enjoyable weekend at Stella Maris Shore House. We loved everything about the experience and would recommend it highly. Rolf and team helped to make our time in Mayo unforgettable for all the right reasons!
Stayed in July 2025
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Reviewed: July 9, 2025
Anna
United Kingdom28 Reviews“A real treat”The lovely welcome and great food and staff
Stayed in July 2025
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Reviewed: June 29, 2025
Eimear
United Kingdom22 Reviews1 helpful vote“All the comfort, tranquillity and restfulness I wanted.”Given the dearth of cafes / restaurants in Ballycastle - the nearest village - more certainty about a dinner option would have been appreciated. I stayed for 5 nights. Dinner was offered on 3 of those nights and, while the food served Honewas of a very high standard, the menu was the same every night.
Stella Maris provided the peace and quietness I was hoping for. I was welcomed on arrival by the owner Rolf and shown to a beautiful, comfortable room overlooking the bay. Breakfast - not the ‘one size fits all’ option that is so general - was cooked to order and tasted so fresh. The option to have dinner seemed to depend on the number of guests staying but was of an equally high standard. Great shower, great location and owner always available when needed.
Stayed in June 2025
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Reviewed: June 27, 2025
David
United Kingdom2 Reviews“Perfect stay especially for golfers!”Nothing
Lovely decor in reception areas, terrific views across the bay and tranquil surroundings. The staff were superb, very attentive and helpful. Excellent food and very nice local beers.
Stayed in June 2025
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Reviewed: June 19, 2025
James
New Zealand21 Reviews“Amazing experience by the sea!”Nothing.
Wonderful location, and you’re able to enjoy dinner looking out over the sea. The staff are very welcoming and friendly, we’d be delighted to stay here again.
Stayed in June 2025
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Reviewed: June 9, 2025
David
France18 Reviews4 helpful votesVery GoodRoom was nice but cold, one of the shutters was broken. Needed a bit of renovation
Beautiful house in a nice location. Staff was very kind and helpful, good food
Stayed in June 2025
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Reviewed: June 4, 2025
Lynn
United Kingdom18 Reviews1 helpful voteVery GoodThe welcome we received and the views were excellent. There was a good choice of foods for breakfast and a high quality evening meal was available on request.
Stayed in June 2025
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Reviewed: September 25, 2024
Caroline
Ireland6 Reviews“Excellent”It was exceptionally clean gleaming in fact so there is nothing to improve on
Beautiful and Fresly cooked
Stayed in September 2024
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Reviewed: September 24, 2024
Lkch
United States63 Reviews5 helpful votesExceptionalWonderful historic hotel on the coast with a view of Downpatrick Head. The hotel has very nice public areas and our large room was immaculately clean, quiet and comfortable. Breakfast was delicious with lots of options. Rolf was very attentive and even offered to prepare an evening meal since options are limited in the area.
Stayed in September 2024
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Reviewed: September 21, 2024
Melinda
United States13 ReviewsWonderfulRolf, the owner, very friendly and easy to talk to. Beautiful sunroom to have a drink and see the ocean view.
Stayed in September 2024
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Reviewed: September 10, 2024
Sue
United States4 Reviews“A wonderful time”I.really can't think of anything except, with our bathroom being small, more shelving for toiletries would have been nice.
Rolf was very welcoming and helpful. The Stella Maris is situated beautifully on the coast-views are spectacular. Only breakfast and tea are served but we found a great restaurant in Kilala. Ballycastle is convenient to Achill Island and other day-trip locations. Such a relaxing place to stay.
Stayed in August 2024
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Reviewed: September 8, 2024
James
United Kingdom1 review“Great place on the wild Atlantic way”Nothing really rooms maybe priced slightly high
Location and breakfast were excellent. Staff were friendly and helpful at all times
Stayed in August 2024
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Reviewed: August 27, 2024
Charlotte-cecile
Germany25 Reviews“Relaxing hideaway”Beautiful and relaxing with a wonderful owner
Stayed in August 2024
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Reviewed: August 25, 2024
Phil
Ireland26 Reviews2 helpful votesExceptionalNo complaints!
Everything was just perfect! The room was immaculate, comfortable bed and a superb bathroom with a bath. The breakfast was delicious, the staff were super, very friendly and helpful. The atmosphere was so relaxing, it was a real get away from the busyness of life, the wine choice was excellent and Ralf was the perfect host!
Stayed in August 2024
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Reviewed: August 25, 2024
Muriel
United Kingdom6 Reviews“A unique, peaceful rural retreat!”Nothing to add.
Breakfast was delicious, staff super friendly and helpful and spacious, very clean room. History of building really interesting.
Stayed in August 2024
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Reviewed: August 1, 2024
Patti
Netherlands1 review“Can’t wait to return.”Nothing.
The location is beautiful as is the house and its furnishings. The hospitality was wonderful. Food was lovely.
Stayed in July 2024
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Reviewed: July 16, 2024
John
United Kingdom21 Reviews1 helpful vote“A great location, hotel and exceptional service.”Perhaps not having a walk in shower/wet room
Breakfast was outstanding and great location/atmosphere.
Stayed in July 2024
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Reviewed: July 9, 2024
Kitty
United States8 Reviews1 helpful voteExceptionalStella Maris is well-located, well-priced, and has a delicious breakfast. There was nothing not to like!
The breakfast was tasty with generous portions.
Stayed in June 2024
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