Dingle Skellig Review

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Dingle Skellig

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Fodor's Review:

Rambling and modern as this building may be, its center is occupied by a beehivelike shape that's intended to echo local clocháns (prehistoric beehive huts). The octagonal reception area has wood cladding, contemporary stained-glass doors, and original paintings. Modern, pale-wood furniture and bold fabrics adorn the spacious rooms, which are in separate wings, and mostly have sea views. The Peninsula Spa offers hydrotherapy and a relaxation suite, and features an outdoor hot tub with stunning bay views. The bar is a busy local meeting place where anything can—and does—happen, including ad hoc singing sessions. Floor-to-ceiling windows in the Coastguard restaurant look out over Dingle Bay. As you'd expect, the specialty is seafood. Pros: waterfront location; organized entertainment for children; separate floors for child-free guests. Cons: still shows signs of its undistinguished 1970s architecture; out-of-town location a bit bleak in bad weather; food not a strong point.

  • Hotel Details: 110 rooms
  • In-room: no a/c, refrigerator (some), Wi-Fi.
  • In-hotel: restaurant, room service, bar, pool, gym, spa.
  • Rate includes: Full breakfast
  • Credit Cards: AE, DC, MC, V
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Member Reviews and Ratings

Reviewed by westportgal from westport co. mayo ireland on 2/16/08
Very satisfactory stay here with out 4 young children. good for families in terms of facilities and pool area.great location-within walking distance of town and some good restaurants (Ashe's,the Charthouse-we thought both were excellent).Fantastic,though pricey icecream at Murphy's! Rooms were nice /clean / we had lovely views.
All in all a very nice hotel and we'll be back!

Member Rating: 4.0
Ratings details: Room: 4.0 Atmosphere: 4.0 Service: 4.0 Value: 4.0
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