Moloney House is located in the center of Doolin, at the start of the Cliffs of Moher Coastal Trail. It is just 328 feet from the bus stop and 656 feet from the popular O'Connors Pub. Ferries to the Aran Islands and Cliffs of Moher cruises can be found just 0.6 mi away. The purpose-built Moloney House is set on a family-run farm. The rooms feature a flat-screen TV, ironing supplies, and tea and coffee making facilities. The private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and a hairdryer. Guests can enjoy complimentary internet access in the common room, which also has a printer. In the mornings, the Moloney House serves a comprehensive breakfast menu in the spacious dining room. Doolin’s traditional local pubs are just 0.6 mi away and feature musical evening entertainment. Doolin lies between the Burren and the Cliffs of Moher. Guests can enjoy strolls along the Doolin Cliffs and boat trips to the Arran Islands. Further outdoor activities include fishing, golfing, and horse riding. The village has bus links to Galway and Limerick. Free Wi-Fi and free private parking are available.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property Highlights

Located in the top-rated area in Doolin, this property has an excellent location score of 9.7!

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Room Type
Number of guests
 
2 twin beds
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1 queen bed
2 twin beds
1 queen bed
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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.7
Facilities
9.4
Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.6
Value for money
8.9
Location
9.7
Free WiFi
8.3
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  • Shawn
    United States of America United States of America
    Breakfast was delicious. You could select what you wanted. The streaky bacon was great.
  • Arthur
    United States of America United States of America
    delicious breakfast and great location (could walk to many pubs and restaurants)
  • Peggy
    United States of America United States of America
    Warm welcoming host, very clean comfy room, excellent breakfast and location was perfect with easy adequate parking space.

Hosted by Mary Ellen & Frank Moloney

9.7
9.7
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Mary Ellen & Frank Moloney
Céad míle fáilte - A thousand welcomes to Moloney House! Moloney House is a 25-year-old purpose built bed and breakfast in the heart of Doolin. Our home is situated on a 50-acre beef suckler family farm and overlooks the 500-year-old ruins of Doonmacfelim Castle to the rear of the home across the Aille River.
Frank was born and raised on this land. His parents opened up the first registered bed & breakfast in Doolin in the 1960s. He is a third generation farmer with almost 50 beef cattle on the farm today. Though farming has always been in his blood, Frank has a passion for cooking. He trained in college in Galway before working in restaurants in Ireland and England. He returned home to Doolin in 1988 and a couple years later he decided to build Moloney House. Mary Ellen was born and raised over 3,500 miles away in the great state of Illinois, U.S.A. After almost 20 trips to Ireland for both business and pleasure she found herself in Doolin at Gus O’Connor’s pub enjoying a mighty Sunday traditional music session and an order of fish and chips (which she will argue is the best in Ireland!) when she met Frank. From that point on the rest is history - she left Washington, DC after 13 years in the federal government to move across the Atlantic Ocean to her new home in Doolin. Frank and Mary Ellen love welcoming visitors from all over the world to Moloney House and they hope it reminds you of the comforts of home.
During the day, enjoy walking to Doolin Pier and touring the Aran Islands by ferry. You may catch sight of our playful resident dolphin, Dusty, in the harbour or the beautiful coastal birds landing on the shoreline. Or if you want to really stretch your legs try the Cliffs of Moher coastal walk (8 km from Doolin to the Visitor Centre) and soak in the stunning landscape and views where the Atlantic Ocean meets the rugged coastline. Explore the Burren National Park and its breathtaking walking trails winding through layers of limestone populated with beautiful flowers and plants. And don’t let rainy weather dampen your visit. Explore the Doolin Cave, home to the longest free-hanging stalactite in the Northern Hemisphere (7.3 meters / 23 feet). Stop into one the local small businesses - stocked with Irish made gifts, knitwear, foods and sweets. Some locals may say it’s “a day for the stool” so visit with them at one of the four pubs within walking distance of our home for a pint of Guinness and a piping hot bowl of seafood chowder with homemade brown bread. Or if you prefer to stay in for a bit of quiet, please relax in the guest sitting room in front of the warm turf fire.
Language spoken: English

Area info

Amenities of Moloney House
Great facilities! Review score, 9.4

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Bathroom
  • Private Bathroom
Outdoors
  • Garden
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Horseback riding
    Additional charge
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
  • Canoeing
    Additional charge
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
  • Tennis court
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
    Front Desk Services
    • Invoice provided
    • Private check-in/out
    • Concierge
    • Baggage storage
    • Currency exchange
    • Express check-in/out
    Cleaning Services
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    Business Facilities
    • Fax/Photocopying
      Additional charge
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • Smoke alarms
    General
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Smoke-free property
    • Heating
    • Packed lunches
    • Soundproof rooms
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Languages Spoken
    • English

    Property practice

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    House rules

    Moloney House takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM

    Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

    Check-out

    From 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

    There are no extra beds available at this property.

    All cribs are subject to availability.

    No age restriction

    There's no age requirement for check-in

    Mastercard Visa Cash Moloney House accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    Please inform Moloney House of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

    In the event of an early departure, the property will charge you the full amount for your stay.

    This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

    FAQs about Moloney House

    • Room options at Moloney House include:

      • Family
      • Twin
      • Double

    • Check-in at Moloney House is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

    • Moloney House offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Cycling
      • Hiking
      • Tennis court
      • Canoeing
      • Golf course (within 2 miles)
      • Horseback riding
      • Bicycle rental

    • Yes, Moloney House is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • The prices at Moloney House may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Moloney House is 1,800 feet from the center of Doolin. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The nearest beach is 0.6 miles from Moloney House. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.