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The Waters Country House

3.5 star property

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Newtown, Ballyvaughan, Ireland
  • Place, Newtown Castle
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Aillwee Cave
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Poulnabrone Dolmen
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Shannon (SNN)
    ‪57 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Comfort Triple Room

  • 20 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Comfort Double Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Comfort Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Quadruple Room

  • 20 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Comfort Twin Room, 2 Single Beds, Garden View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 10 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Single Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room

  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Grand Suite, Mountain View, Annex Building | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Grand Suite, Mountain View, Annex Building

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 56 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Economy Double Room, 1 King Bed, Annex Building | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Double Room, 1 King Bed, Annex Building

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Traditional Twin Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Traditional Twin Room

  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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About this property

The Waters Country House

Guesthouse in Ballyvaughan with free breakfast and bar/lounge
Along with a bar/lounge, this smoke-free guesthouse has a library and free newspapers. Free buffet breakfast and free WiFi in public areas are also provided. Other amenities include a garden.
The Waters Country House offers 13 accommodations with free newspapers and complimentary bottles of water. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the free breakfast at The Waters Country House. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Newtown Castle. Free WiFi in public areas, a bar and a library are available.
  • Free buffet breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi
  • Enjoy drinks at the bar/lounge
  • Amenities include free newspapers in reception, a terrace and library
  • Guests have great things to say about the breakfast and the helpful staff
  • Just a 3-minute walk from Newtown Castle and 6 minutes by car from Galway Bay
You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A library, a terrace, and a garden are also featured at The Waters Country House.

This 3.5-star Ballyvaughan guest house is smoke free.

Guests are served a free buffet breakfast daily from 8 AM to 10 AM.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 8 AM to 10 AM
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Library

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 2 floors
  • 4 buildings
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; your host will greet you
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property does not have a front desk. Guests arriving after 8:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests will receive an email 72 hours before arrival with check-in information. The host will greet guests on arrival.

National rating

This property does not have a Ireland Tourist Board rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is also known as

Waters Country House Guesthouse Ballyvaughan
Waters Country House Guesthouse
Waters Country House Ballyvaughan
Waters Country House
The Waters Ballyvaughan
The Waters Country House Guesthouse
The Waters Country House Ballyvaughan
The Waters Country House Guesthouse Ballyvaughan

The Waters Country House Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 338 out of 392 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 47 out of 392 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 392 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 392 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 392 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
fantastic
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ahmad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There’s a fabulous atmosphere, especially at breakfast time. You feel like you’re staying in some old castle. We like our beds firm but soft, this one was hard, too hard for our aging bones.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was wonderful. It was relaxing and unique. The breakfasts were amazing. The entire property felt peaceful. The views were amazing. The hospitality was definitely 5 star.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great family stay

Very nice hotel for a family stay. Great rooms. Great breakfast. Felt like a home away from home.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This property is off the beaten path, but it is an experience to stay there. The property is large and has a unique feel that makes you feel like you are staying somewhere special. There are a couple of cozy lounge areas, and an honour system bar for guests to enjoy. The room was comfortable and had its own bathroom with small shower. Breakfast was very nice, with hot options made to order, and a continental buffet as well. The area is quite scenic. The proprietor’s were very friendly, welcoming and friendly. If you are planning to travel from Galway to the Cliffs of Moher, it is a great place to stay to get an earlier arrival at the Cliffs in the morning and beat the crowds.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carey

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is awesome! Great experience that you have to try.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jason, Perth

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Quirky accomodation off the beaten track. Feels very dated and not easy to reach due to narrow approach roads and limited dining options, but that is part of its charm. The hosts are extremely accommodating. Perfect for getting away from the stresses of modern life.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
What a treasure this place is. Great hosts. Beautiful place.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathalie

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
Le site est magnifique. Nous avions une superbe vue de notre chambre et Wolfgang le propriétaire est vraiment gentil.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

peter

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great private location in the Burren with huge vistas. Wolfgang and Maria are fantastic hosts. It is rustic, and I would suggest staying away from the economy king room we had which had no view and was pretty simple. Still, a unique property and memorable experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Henning

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Charming country bnb in a beautiful setting. Host and hostess were very friendly and welcoming, excellent breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place to stay. We loved it and will absolutely come again!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful space, easy driving across the Burren. The owners are wonderful. We will stay here next time for sure!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful bed and breakfast. Hosts were very kind and accommodating. Excellent breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abbagale

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay at The Waters County House! It was a lovely little place in the countryside with gorgeous views, lovely staff, and a delicious breakfast! I especially loved the beautiful fountain in the back of the property that let me settle down and sketch for the night! Thank you so much for the stay!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
great stay. great ambience
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen, Victoria

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous property, wish I would have stayed longer
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
We were greeted with such kindness and loved every aspect of this accommodation. The breakfast was bountiful, delicious and there were displayed with much charm. Having breakfast on fine China was a treat. We had the pleasure of speaking with the owners who were quite delightful. Would definitely recommend and hope to return
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Austin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely beautiful property and accommodation. The host was amazing and breakfast was fantastic. Would come back. The best accommodation my wife and I have stayed at during our 2 weeks in Ireland. 10 out of 10.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy, Seattle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous hosts, welcoming and well-appointed rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025