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Ballyfin Demesne

Ballyfin, Ireland
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Ballyfin Demesne
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Ranked #1 of 14 hotels in County Laois
5.0 of 5 stars 19 Reviews
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Palm Beach
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
117 helpful votes 117 helpful votes
“Simply - The Best in the World”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 2, 2012 NEW

A fortune has been spent restoring a magnificent Georgian house to an Irish manor house hotel. But that label does not do justice to this magnificent place. Nothing you will ever have experienced in terms of service or accommodation will have compared to a stay here, and I have stayed in some of the most exceptional hotels around the world.... More

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Greenwich, Connecticut
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56 reviews 56 reviews
Reviews in 49 cities Reviews in 49 cities
37 helpful votes 37 helpful votes
“A Wonderfully Historical, Intimate Experience”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2012
3
people found this review helpful

“We were so excited to finally stay here after the years of restoration, but believe me, it was worth the wait. The rooms are amazingly elegant, as is the entire estate. We enjoyed the peace and quiet throughout the grounds — took a picnic by the lake which was so lovely. The cuisine was absolutely amazing as well, we met... More

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Rhode Island
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14 reviews 14 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
“Perfection!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 6, 2012
1
person found this review helpful

It is difficult to add to what has already been written about Ballyfin, so I will be brief. Like many others who have contributed, I am well-traveled and have stayed in some really fine hotels. I was blown away by the level of service, food and accommodation at Ballyfin. I could find nothing to fault. What really makes this property... More

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england
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24 reviews 24 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
“Heaven”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 29, 2012 via mobile
2
people found this review helpful

Just got home from Ballyfin. Just out of this world . The most fantastic experience .the house has been renovated to the highest possible standards. Every luxury provided . The staff address you by name .they greet you on the steps as you arrive.unpack for you .standards are of the highest .chief is amazing 100% If you get the opportunity... More

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Martina Yearsley, Sales & Reservations Manager at Ballyfin Demesne, responded to this review
May 1, 2012

Dear Neilmaxbartholomew, Many thanks for taking the time to write a review on your recent visit to Ballyfin. It was a pleasure to welcome you and we are thrilled you enjoyed the whole experience. We very much look forward to welcoming you again soon. kind regards Martina More

American in Ireland
Senior Reviewer
8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
“The absolute ART of hospitality”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 9, 2012
1
person found this review helpful

OK, I've had the pleasure of staying in some really amazing places all over the globe, but NOTHING can prepare you for Ballyfin. From the get-go, you know you are in for a special experience. It is REALLY secluded, you ring a doorbell to get access to the gates, and as you arrive up to the immaculate entrance way, a... More

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Martina Yearsley, Sales & Reservations Manager at Ballyfin Demesne, responded to this review
April 27, 2012

Dear CaTxEi, Many thanks for taking the time to write a review on your recent stay at Ballyfin. Your review told a story from start to finish, arriving at Ballyfin, meeting the Ballyfin team, your dining experiences and the activities you enjoyed and it was a pleasure for us all to welcome you and your colleagues and ensure a memorable... More

Surf City, New Jersey
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
“No other hotel can compare!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 2, 2012
2
people found this review helpful

Ballyfin is unlike any hotel I have ever experienced. I am an avid traveler in the travel industry and have read about Ballyfin in every major travel publication since before its grand opening in May 2011. To say I was quite eager to visit the property is an understatement. I had the pleasure of experiencing Ballyfin for one night with... More

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Martina Yearsley, Sales & Reservations Manager at Ballyfin Demesne, responded to this review
May 1, 2012

Dear LBIbeach15, Thank you for taking the time to post a review on your recent visit to Ballyfin. Yes, our team are all very passionate about Ballyfin and we are delighted you experienced this and that you and your friend enjoyed all Ballyfin has to offer. Our chef Fred is an amazing talent and our tasting menus are always a... More

Ireland
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“A really special place”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 14, 2012
3
people found this review helpful

Travelling up the M8 on a surprise 30th birthday trip was where I learned that my partner was taking me “back to school” for my birthday. As you can imagine, I nearly exploded with excitement. I had spent 5 glorious years at Ballyfin as a student and was very sad the day the school closed, it was the end of... More

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Martina Yearsley, Sales & Reservations Manager at Ballyfin Demesne, responded to this review
April 30, 2012

Dear IrelandPoochie, Many thanks for taking the time to write a review on your visit to Ballyfin. We are thrilled to hear about your proposal at Ballyfin. You are right – it is an incredible place for such an occasion with all of the ingredients for such a special event. You mentioned a couple of small issues that we would... More

Dublin, Ireland
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20 reviews 20 reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
34 helpful votes 34 helpful votes
“The best luxury hotel in Ireland by a country mile”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 13, 2012

I feel its a bit trite writing a review on Ballyfin as I don't believe words will do it justice. Quite simply its the best luxury hotel we've stayed in, and that includes Claridges, The Ritz London, The Dorchester, Adare Manor and Ashford Castle and a few more. All of these were very good and at the same price. But... More

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Martina Yearsley, Sales & Reservations Manager at Ballyfin Demesne, responded to this review
May 2, 2012

Dear SK1000, Thank you for taking the time to write a review on your recent stay at Ballyfin. You mentioned the experience of living the life the historic owners did and feeling part of the house and the history, we are delighted as this is the experience we want our guests to feel and enjoy. I have passed your kind... More

Dublin, Ireland
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
“World Class hotel in the heart of Ireland”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 21, 2011
7
people found this review helpful

Ballyfin is truly wonderful - the service, the house, the surroundings, the food, the ambience, the attention to detail - all absolutely top class. Would LOVE to go there again!

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Belfast, United Kingdom
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
“18th Century Beauty with 21st Century Luxury”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 11, 2011
5
people found this review helpful

This is truly a wonderful place to stay,to enjoy it's beauty and indulge in the luxury of the service and accommodation We have travelled to many places and the best we have encountered is here in Ireland The welcome and attention from the staff is warm and genuine They are well informed about the history and restoration of the house... More

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