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"If I could give the Rathbaun Hotel more than 5 stars, I absolutely would. From the moment I arrived, the staff made me feel genuinely welcome—warm, kind, attentive, and incredibly hospitable. Nothing ever felt like too much trouble, and their level of care truly made the stay memorable. Now, the beds… wow. Easily some of the most comfortable bedding I’ve slept in while traveling. Honestly, 10/10 on the bedding alone—soft, cozy, luxurious, and exactly what you want after a long day exploring Ireland. I slept incredibly well. The rooms do have a slightly dated feel, but they were spotless, well-maintained, and very comfortable. I also really appreciated the in-room coffee bar and tea station—such a thoughtful touch that made the space feel even more welcoming. This hotel has charm, comfort, and some of the friendliest hospitality I’ve experienced. I would absolutely recommend the Rathbaun Hotel to anyone visiting the area, and without question, I’ll be staying here again when I return to Ireland!"

"Delicious breakfast and I will never forget the Redbreast 27"

"Staff really nice. Location great for our needs. I will the mattress in our room has seen better days and could do with replacing."

"This place was just perfect! Definitely would stay here again! Breakfast was really yummy! "

"The room was spacious and very nicely stocked. I wish I had longer to stay than one night."

"The owners were so kind and friendly! The grounds were gorgeous. A perfect place to relax and stay. "

"Absolutely love love love this hotel. This was our second time staying here and will definitely be staying here every time we visit Ireland. The staff, food, drinks, and rooms are all fantastic. I can’t praise this place enough. Rooms are a perfect size, the property is beautiful, beds are comfortable, bathrooms are clean and also a great size. Zero complaints This is the place to go!"

"What a cute little place! Beautiful hot shower after a day trekking the countryside and comfy bed. Many options in town for dinner and packed with locals. Very cute cows across the road and gorgeous views from the window. "

"We love the stuff they were so kind. It was a beautiful clean hotel and we loved the free breakfast. It was so yummy and the pub was great."