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The Arch Guesthouse

Property class: 3
Enjoy the free WiFi at this 3-star Clifden B&B

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A bar area with three brown chairs, a counter with bottles and glasses, and a wall of hanging glasses and bottles.
A hotel room with a bed, a coffee machine, a tray with cups and bottles, a TV, and a trash bin.
A wine rack with various bottles and glasses.
A hotel room with two beds, a window with curtains, a wall-mounted sign saying "GOOD VIBES ONLY", and a hanging light fixture.
A blue building with signs reading "The Lamplight" and "Guest House".

Reviews

6.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Market St, h71p789, Clifden, Galway, H71P789
  • Place, Clifden Castle
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Station House Museum
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Connemara Heritage & History Centre
    ‪11 min walk‬

Room options

View all photos for Classic Double Room

A neatly made bed with white linens and towels, a modern geometric chandelier, a window with curtains, and a textured wall.

Classic Double Room

  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a window with curtains, a wall-mounted sign saying "GOOD VIBES ONLY", and a hanging light fixture.

Basic Double or Twin Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a small table with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Basic Single Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Clifden

In Clifden .You'll be steps from Clifden Castle and a 5-minute walk from Station House Museum. Connemara Heritage & History Centre and Alcock and Brown Memorial are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Clifden Castle - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Station House Museum - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Connemara Heritage & History Centre - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Kylemore Abbey - 23 min drive - 24.6 km
  • Connemara National Park - 24 min drive - 19.5 km

Getting around

  • Shannon Airport (SNN) - 148 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mannion's Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Veldons Seafarer Bar & Restaurant - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Off The Square Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Ravi’s Bar and Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Mitchell's - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Arch Guesthouse

Enjoy the free WiFi at this 3-star Clifden B&B
Public spaces have free WiFi.

This 3-star Clifden bed & breakfast is smoke free.

  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • No smoking on site
The Arch Guesthouse offers 10 accommodations with complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. 32-inch Smart televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Clifden bed & breakfast provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: EUR 10 for adults and EUR 10 for children

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in room
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with cable channels

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 3:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately EUR 10 for adults and EUR 10 for children

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

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, debit cards, and cash
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash.

Property class

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

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Arch Guesthouse to the airport?

The Arch Guesthouse is 106.3 mi (148-min drive) away from the Shannon Airport (SNN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Arch Guesthouse?

As of Aug 30, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Arch Guesthouse on Aug 31, 2026 start from CA $138, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Arch Guesthouse have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Arch Guesthouse.

How close is The Arch Guesthouse to the beach?

This bed & breakfast is 7.8 mi (26-min drive) from Mannin Bay Beach and 12.6 mi (34-min drive) from Dog's Bay Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Arch Guesthouse offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Arch Guesthouse, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of EUR 10 for adults and EUR 10 for children. It's available every day from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at The Arch Guesthouse?

No, there is no casino at this bed & breakfast.

What time is check-in at The Arch Guesthouse?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Arch Guesthouse?

Free parking is not available at this bed & breakfast.

Does The Arch Guesthouse have a pool?

The Arch Guesthouse does not have a pool.

Does The Arch Guesthouse have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this bed & breakfast.

How close is The Arch Guesthouse to downtown Clifden?

The Arch Guesthouse is 0.2 mi away from Clifden.

The Arch Guesthouse Reviews

Reviews

6.6
Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 67 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 67 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 67 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 67 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 67 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

5.8/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great bang for your buck!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

venkata pavan kumar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
no one showed up at reception at check-in, but room was clean
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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6/10 Okay

Paul

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
A good spot to use as a basecamp for driving tours and hiking in Connemara National Park
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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4/10 Poor

Alicia

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room I booked was not the room I got, it might be ok when it’s finished. No breakfast mostly no staff.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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4/10 Poor

Mary Lynne

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel and room were not as presented in the photos on hotels.com
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Kelly

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No breakfast and no upgrade that was paid for. Room had mildew and was smelly. No one around. Very grimy and unkept accommodation.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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4/10 Poor

Carol

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was under construction and there was leaks. Bathrooms were small. No light in the room.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place, great staff, good location. Located in a wine bar.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Angus William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Because the premises are sited so centrally in Clifden sited as it is back from the main street the accommodation was both very convenient for all types of shopping and dining yet also very quiet at night.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Behdad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
location was good, the staff was friendly, easy to miss if you blink however, google maps puts in the alley behind the hotel. Great place if like wine, bcs it is a wine bar with rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Stephen

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is not well represented online. The rooms are sparse, the Beds are worn and the carpet is old and Stained. The entry through an unlit passage is sketchy. All in all my advice is run!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Claire

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Booked and paid for 2 nights. Only stayed one. Room noisy with birds nested above and alarm system outside (not the guesthouse) all late afternoon. Very basic. Enquired about parking options and still to receive a reply. On Main Street so handy for restaurants, location is the main thing going for here. No parking facilities apart from on street, which are difficult to secure as a Main Street.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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4/10 Poor

Maricarmen

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
No breakfast, the rooms were ok but the bathroom needs some updates, the shower door fell on me as I was about to take a shower, there was no one in the property to speak to. Bathroom needs major updates and finding the place was a nightmare, it doesn’t have any name or anything.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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6/10 Okay

Davide

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
An overall positive evaluation for this accomodation. Tiny, but cosy and in a central well served position in Clifdenn.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Bruce

God awful. If I hadn’t prepaid for two nights, I would not have stayed any after seeing the room. Hard to believe. A new lowfor me staying anywhere and I travel a lot internationally.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Darlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great, very accommodating, helpful, and friendly. Went out of their way a couple of times to help us out when we needed help.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Joanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quiet and off the main room. Clean rooms and very comfortable beds. Welcoming service with fantastic wine shop connected at the front.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Patricia

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

Great wee stay!!

Perfect centeral location!! We had a triple room. Clean an service was great. Nice coffee in the room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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4/10 Poor

Barbara

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a very difficult time finding the Arch. There was a doorway onto a long dark littered hallway to a very dark staircase. All painted black & very dreary. The room itself was clean. No staff on site-more like a boarding house. We were told there would be breakfast but on arrival that changed. We were told it was over a wine bar & restaurant but it was not open for business. I would not recommend
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
The room was clean. Bathroom smelled a bit off. Coffee in the room was nice! Very well located near restaurants and pubs
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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4/10 Poor

Diane

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was really disappointed in this property. The place was difficult to find, the building in ill repair (I tripped twice trying to get up the alley), carpets dirty and staff only available for new minutes. The walls were paper thin and we could hear our neighbour's toilets flushing. The shower door in our room was broken. There was no breakfast or at least we weren't told of any. Perhaps it is under new management? Skip this place.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Entrance took a minute to find as no clear sign outside... Place obviously being renovated, which is fine as it didn't affect my stay in any way.. I checked in and because I was getting back late, they said I could sleep in longer than usual check out time, which I appreciated a lot.. Room looks like it had been renovated too, so that was good.. Read some older reviews that were not favorable but they seem to have addressed those issues... Room was clean, cozy and comfortable.. Shower was great.. Very powerful, which is always good.. Location was great and plenty of street parking.. My room did not include breakfast but good place across street... All over a good experience..
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Isaac

For a two-night stay in Clifden, this property offered a convenient and comfortable base overall. The check-in process is self-service, which was a little confusing at first, but the host is available by phone if needed. The room was on the smaller side and a bit dated, and while the bed was adequate for a short stay, it wasn’t the most comfortable. There’s also a wine bar on the ground floor which is associated with the same owner, which appeared to be under renovation during our visit. Breakfast was available for purchase, though we ended up opting for nearby cafés instead. That said, the location is a real highlight—right in the centre of town and within easy walking distance of shops, pubs, cafés, and grocery stores. Parking was also straightforward, with no fees after 6pm, which made things very convenient. Overall, a solid choice for a short stay if you’re prioritising location.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was an overnight stay. We left early next morning. The staff stayed late because we were delayed getting there. Overall the experience was great
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Michael

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There was nobody there to check in.A notice was posted on the door to call someone as it turned out it was the owner who was in Dublin.No brekfast was available.The TV in the room was not functional.A lady later appeared at my door pleasant and understanding but unable to correct anything.I did not stay there I left and found accommodation elsewhere.Also there were renovations afoot not finished.The place looks nothing like it's web site.It was unbelievable to me that the proprietor or a designated manager were not there.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026