On the Wild Atlantic Way, on the West Coast of The Republic Of Ireland, The Ferry Boat is a small, Family Run No Frills Accommodations Only Guest house. The surrounding beautiful countryside has many activities on offer including walking, surfing and fishing. The property has free bicycle storage for cyclists. Guests can board a boat for a trip to the Skellig less than 1 minute's walk from The Ferry Boat. Several beaches are within easy reach of the Ferry Boat and the Skellig Bay Golf Club is just a 20-minute drive.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property Highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

FREE parking!


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 full bed
2 twin beds
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.3
Facilities
7.9
Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.4
Value for money
8.4
Location
9.7
Free WiFi
9.3
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Wildnrs
    United States of America United States of America
    The location to Skellig Michael experience is the best part of this stay. The view of the harbor and bridge were remarkable. The made it easy to be self-sufficient. A communication with the lock box and key were given us and it did work out.
  • J
    Jon
    United States of America United States of America
    The poppy print bedding was charming, and the location was excellent. We loved Port Magee.
  • Anna
    Ireland Ireland
    The perfect place to stay on Portmagee! ideal location walking distance to skellig Michael boat tours, excellent bars/restaurants few mins walk away!

Managed by Mike & Judy Faulkner

Company review score: 8.3Based on 414 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Property info

Mike and Judy have owned The Ferry Boat since 2001 in the heart of Portmagee, if you are planning a trip to the Skelligs you cannot get much closer to the Harbour where the boats depart from, Portmagee is also a great place to stay for a few days whilst you explore Valentia & the Skellig Ring or try wind surfing & sea angling plus good walks & mountain views. The prices are Room Only and exclude Breakfast which is available in nearby Restaurants & cafes

Language Spoken

English

Area info

Amenities of The Ferry Boat

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Activities
  • Snorkeling
    Off-site
  • Horseback riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Diving
    Off-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
    Off-site
  • Windsurfing
    Off-site
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
Good free Wifi 33 Mbps. Suitable for streaming HD content and making video calls. Speed test carried out by the host.
Parking
Free public parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not possible).
  • Street parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Private check-in/out
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
General
  • Adults only
  • Smoke-free property
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Heating
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules

The Ferry Boat takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 2:00 PM to 11:30 PM

Check-out

From 7:00 AM to 10:00 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 not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

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Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests need be quiet between 11:00 PM and 7:00 AM.

Pets

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

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

Guests are kindly requested to inform The Ferry Boat of their estimated time of arrival. This can be noted in the Special Request box when booking or by contacting the property using the contact details found on the booking confirmation. Please note that guests arriving outside of check-in times without prior arrangement may not be accommodated.

All rooms are on the first floor and accessed by a staircase. Please note that no ground-floor rooms are available.

Please inform The Ferry Boat 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.

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

Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 07:00:00.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

FAQs about The Ferry Boat

  • The nearest beach is 1,650 feet from The Ferry Boat. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The Ferry Boat offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Snorkeling
    • Diving
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Windsurfing
    • Horseback riding

  • Check-in at The Ferry Boat is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • The Ferry Boat is 500 feet from the center of Portmagee. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

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

  • Room options at The Ferry Boat include:

    • Double
    • Twin