Guest Directory | Connemara Sands Hotel

We warmly welcome you to The Connemara Sands Hotel

We hope your stay with us will be one you truly enjoy.

Wi-fi

Connect to hotel wifi. No password is required.
1. Go to Device Settings
2. WIFI Options
3. Virgin WIFI
4. Complete WIFI registration
5. Connect

Food

Quality food is central to the Connemara Sands Experience. Head Chef Sinead Quinn offers Connemara on a Plate: a food philosophy which comprises of seasonal, locally sourced quality ingredients sourced through strong bonds with local and artisan suppliers.

Wild Atlantic Way

We are privileged to be located in an area of outstanding natural beauty along Ireland’s Wild Atlantic Way. A region that is richly steeped in local history and culture. There are a wide range of nearby places to explore during your stay, whether, walking, cycling or driving. The hotel is positioned within Slyne Head Peninsula special area of conversation. A prime wildlife conservation area considered to be of great importance to Ireland and the EU.

Activities

On site activities include a tennis court. Complimentary tennis rackets/ball are available at reception.
Sands Seaweed Spa allows you to relax indoors with a variety of pampering and indulgent Organic Voya treatments to choose from. New for this season enjoy a touchless spa experience in our Cois Trá, Rugged Retreat barrel sauna, seaweed baths and hot tub experience. Take in the panoramic sea view while alternating with sea dipping or swimming to cool off. Offers excellent health and wellbeing benefits.

Real Adventures are located at the adjacent to the hotel beach and offer a variety of water activities.
If there is anything you require to make your stay with us more enjoyable and comfortable, please do not hesitate to contact our Reception Team by dialling 01 or 095 23030 from your room phone. The Team of the Connemara Sands Hotel & Spa wish you a relaxing and memorable stay.

Hotel Information

Fire alarm

Please note that smoking inside the hotel may cause the fire alarm to be activated and the building may need to be evacuated. In the event of the fire alarm sounding a member of staff will call to each room to evacuate if necessary. In the event of a false alarm the sounder will be silenced within 1 minute. There is no need to vacate the premises in the event of a false alarm. Management apologises in advance for any inconvenience caused by false alarms.

Smoking Policy

We operate a strict non-smoking policy throughout the hotel. Designated smoking areas can be located outside the main door of the hotel. If cigarette smoke is detected in a room, a charge of €150 to have the room professionally cleaned will be charged to guest room.

Medical Emergency

(dial 01 for reception or 999 for ambulance)

In the event of a medical emergency, please contact reception for assistance at 01

Pet policy

Pets are not permitted in the hotel bedrooms unless special assistance is required. We do offer pet friendly option for the Self-catering houses at an additional fee. Pets are welcome in hotel communal spaces.

Telephone

Should you wish to use the phone in your room please dial 9 for an outside line then the number you wish to dial. Dial 01 for Reception.

Hotel Parking & Electric Car Chargers

Parking in the hotel car park is free of charge. 4 EV car chargers are available for guest convenience. The hotel is not liable for vehicles or contents parked on the grounds of the hotel.

Please drive within 5mph speed limit when entering and exiting the car park. Small children can be difficult to see.

Seaweed Spa & Cois Trá Rugged Retreat

Sands Seaweed Spa

We use Voya Organic Certified Seaweed harvested in the West of Ireland for all our treatments.

Sands Seaweed Spa is open from 10am 7 days a week.

Sands Seaweed Spa offers therapeutic treatments including indoor seaweed baths & outdoor seaweed baths, Hot Tub & Plunge Pool and our Sauna on the Beach, seaweed wraps, scrubs, hot oil massages & facials.

Cois Trá Rugged Retreat

Outdoor Seaweed Bath: € 55.00pp

Hot Tub (minimum 2 Guests maximum 5 guests): € 15.00pp

Sauna & Sea Swim (minimum 2 Guests maximum 6 (guests): € 15.00pp

Please see treatment & retail brochure and book your treatment at reception. We advise to make bookings well in advance as it books up very quickly. Our Voya Retail Products are also available for sale at Reception or during Spa hours.

Sands Seaweed Spa offers a selection of Voya seaweed products for purchase. Please ask your Therapist for advice on suitable products.

There is so much to see and do in Connemara!

Use promo codes as follows:
Real Adventures: CS2023 10%
Kylemore Abbey: Connemarasands20 20%
Killary Fjord Boat Tours: SANDS24 20%
Clifden Bike Shop: Contact Directly for Discount.

Please see attached experience brochure offering information on a variety of onsite and offsite activities If you do not see what you are looking for .………….. no problem just ask at reception for expert advice and we will be happy to help.

TV Channels

All our hotel rooms offer a variety of Irish and English aerial and satellite channels. To switch from Irish to English TV Channels instructions are below your TV Complimentary

WI-FI

We offer complimentary Wi-Fi service throughout the hotel and self-catering houses. Virgin media is the Wi-Fi supplier. To connect to Wi-Fi select virgin Wi-Fi on your device settings. Click log in and enter your email address, first and last name. At times and for reasons beyond our control, the Wi-Fi can be slow or inaccessible. We apologise for any inconvenience caused.

Room Amenities

Complimentary Tea & Nespresso Coffee provided
Iron & Ironing Board
Safe. Please see instructions provided
Hairdryer Mini Fridge
Voya Products, which are also available for purchase at Reception
Bamboo Memory Foam Mattress Toppers on Double & King Beds

Food & Drink

Our Menu

We use the freshest ingredients available locally. We are proud to support our local an artisan suppliers for sharing our passion for the delicious produce Connemara has to offer.
Breakfast Served from 8am – 10.30am during peak times.

For guests who require breakfast earlier, please arrange with reception the day before or earlier.
From 8am to 9 am, enjoy a leisurely breakfast in peace and quiet.
From 9am to 10:30am enjoy breakfast in an energetic environment and please expect small delays of up to ten minutes during peak season.
Self-catering can purchase breakfast for €20 per adult and €15 per child under 12 years.

Lunch

Lunch Served in Sands Bar from 1.00pm to 4.00pm 7 days a week.
Enjoy a light snack of homemade fruit scones with clotted cream and jam available all day

Dinner

Dinner Served in Sands Bar from 6pm to 9pm during peak times and bank holiday Sundays.
Cocktails & Drinks We have a selection of local Connemara brewed draught & bottled beer as well as European. Our Mixologist does both classical & signature cocktails, wines, sparkling, spirits, liquers & Aperitifs. Sands Bar is open from 12.30pm 7 days a week and stays open late for residents only.

Room Service

Room Service Available for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Please see attached room service menus. Please note that a €5 per tray service charge applies to all room service orders – please dial Reception for removal of Tray.

Dietary Requirements

Food safety is very important to us. Food allergen information is noted on all menus. In addition, we kindly ask that you inform your server of any allergen or dietary requirements. Trace amounts of all allergens can be found in the kitchen.

PLEASE NOTE THAT MENUS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. WE APOLOGISE IN ADVANCE FOR ANY INCONVENIENCE WE KINDLY ASK THAT YOU MAKE ADVANCE DINNER RESERVATIONS TO AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT