Geoghegans Magpie Bar and B&B
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Summary of reviewsGeoghegans Magpie Bar and B&B, set in the picturesque village of Glin, offers visitors a charming and authentic Irish experience. Its central location is perfect for exploring nearby attractions such as Listowel and provides easy access to the breathtaking Cliffs of Moher. Situated along the Wild Atlantic Way, it serves as an ideal base for a road trip around Ireland, especially for those visiting Limerick. The welcoming and knowledgeable staff add to the establishment's appeal, ensuring guests feel right at home with their friendly hospitality.
The accommodations, offering a cozy atmosphere reminiscent of a grandmother's home, are generally quiet despite their proximity to the lively pub. Rooms are lauded for their cleanliness, comfort, and spaciousness, providing a warm retreat after a day of exploration. While some guests do notice occasional noise from the bar and suggest minor updates to bedding and mattresses, the overall impression remains positive, especially with some rooms boasting private living areas for added comfort.
Breakfast at Geoghegans is a straightforward but satisfying experience, featuring a continental assortment. It is largely praised for its adequacy, especially appreciated by cyclists and travelers seeking a filling start to their day. While the breakfast room is noted for being a bit cramped, the hospitable hosts create a welcoming atmosphere. The missed opportunity for a famous Irish breakfast is acknowledged, yet the simplicity of the offerings meets visitors' basic needs.
Dinner options in the village are limited, but guests can enjoy takeaways at the pub within Geoghegans, enhancing their evening with a refreshing beer. The staff readily assist with arranging takeouts, ensuring guests can relax without extra travel. Though none of the local pubs serve food directly, the charming atmosphere of the bar provides an excellent setting for evening enjoyment.
The family running Geoghegans Magpie Bar and B&B receives constant praise for their exceptional warmth and hospitality. Karl and his parents are celebrated for their friendly, attentive nature, offering travel advice and insights into the local area. The social ambiance of the bar, complemented by the engaging demeanor of the staff, makes visitors feel part of an extended family, ensuring unforgettable memories.
Geoghegans Magpie Bar and B&B stands out with its appealing mix of local tradition, inviting environment, and dedicated staff. The establishment offers a quintessential Irish experience, welcoming guests into its family-run business and ensuring a pleasant stay amid the beauty of the surrounding area.
The accommodations, offering a cozy atmosphere reminiscent of a grandmother's home, are generally quiet despite their proximity to the lively pub. Rooms are lauded for their cleanliness, comfort, and spaciousness, providing a warm retreat after a day of exploration. While some guests do notice occasional noise from the bar and suggest minor updates to bedding and mattresses, the overall impression remains positive, especially with some rooms boasting private living areas for added comfort.
Breakfast at Geoghegans is a straightforward but satisfying experience, featuring a continental assortment. It is largely praised for its adequacy, especially appreciated by cyclists and travelers seeking a filling start to their day. While the breakfast room is noted for being a bit cramped, the hospitable hosts create a welcoming atmosphere. The missed opportunity for a famous Irish breakfast is acknowledged, yet the simplicity of the offerings meets visitors' basic needs.
Dinner options in the village are limited, but guests can enjoy takeaways at the pub within Geoghegans, enhancing their evening with a refreshing beer. The staff readily assist with arranging takeouts, ensuring guests can relax without extra travel. Though none of the local pubs serve food directly, the charming atmosphere of the bar provides an excellent setting for evening enjoyment.
The family running Geoghegans Magpie Bar and B&B receives constant praise for their exceptional warmth and hospitality. Karl and his parents are celebrated for their friendly, attentive nature, offering travel advice and insights into the local area. The social ambiance of the bar, complemented by the engaging demeanor of the staff, makes visitors feel part of an extended family, ensuring unforgettable memories.
Geoghegans Magpie Bar and B&B stands out with its appealing mix of local tradition, inviting environment, and dedicated staff. The establishment offers a quintessential Irish experience, welcoming guests into its family-run business and ensuring a pleasant stay amid the beauty of the surrounding area.
Small Bed & Breakfast
Geoghegans Magpie Bar and B&B offers a unique stay with a combination of a bar and bed and breakfast. The setting provides a lively yet cozy atmosphere.
Bed & Breakfast with Parking
Guest Reviews
Geoghegans Magpie Bar and B&B in the charming village of Glin is a delightful choice for travelers seeking an authentic Irish experience. Nestled in a historic house, the central location makes it a perfect base for exploring the region, including nearby attractions like Listowel and its famed races. The proximity to the Shannon ferry provides easy access for adventurers headed to the breathtaking Cliffs of Moher. Set along the Wild Atlantic Way, its position is ideal for a road trip around Ireland, especially if you're visiting Limerick.
Visitors are greeted by welcoming, knowledgeable staff, enhancing the overall experience with their friendly hospitality. The B&B offers quaint accommodations right above the pub, providing a cozy atmosphere reminiscent of a grandmother's home. Despite its lively setting, the rooms are sufficiently quiet, ensuring a restful stay.
The picturesque surroundings and the central location make it convenient for evening outings. Guests can stroll to nearby restaurants or pubs, immersing themselves in the lively community spirit. With its characterful pub serving excellent beer, Geoghegans stands as a quintessential part of the village, offering visitors an idyllic and well-situated lodging option in this surprisingly beautiful and interesting locale.
At Geoghegans Magpie Bar and B&B, breakfast is a largely positive experience with some minor areas for improvement. Guests consistently describe the breakfast as very good, home-style, and fantastic, often noting its adequacy and ability to keep travelers fueled for the day. It features a continental assortment of cereal, yogurt, fruit, toast, ham, cheese, and spreads, with tea and instant coffee available. The breakfast offers simplicity but feels sufficient and covers the basic needs, especially appreciated by cyclists and those seeking a filling start to their day.
Despite its simplicity, guests often praised the friendly, approachable hosts who create a welcoming atmosphere. However, some feedback mentioned the breakfast room as being cramped and unconventional, with suggestions for improvements like more tables or wider shelves to enhance the setting. Additionally, there's a nostalgic longing for the missed famous Irish breakfast, which indicates that while the breakfast is enjoyed, there remains room for enhancement to meet expectations fully. Overall, the experience at Geoghegans provides a satisfying, if straightforward, breakfast accompanied by the positive warmth of its hosts and patrons.
Situated in a quaint village, Geoghegans Magpie Bar and B&B offers a unique dining experience despite the limited local options. Guests looking for dinner can explore a few nearby fast-food joints, such as a kebab shop or a Chinese takeaway, although these may close by early evening. While the village restaurant remains closed, dining alternatives can be found in neighboring areas, with some options just a short drive away.
For those preferring to stay put after a day of exploring, the pub associated with the B&B provides a welcoming atmosphere where guests can bring in takeout. While the pub itself does not serve food, guests have the pleasing choice to enjoy their purchased meal alongside a refreshing beer in a cozy setting. The charming town offers around five pubs, although none serve food directly. The staff is accommodating and ready to assist by ordering takeaways, ensuring guests can enjoy their evening without additional travel.
Geoghegans Magpie Bar and B&B offers a variety of accommodations, providing guests with a comfortable experience for their stay. Many rooms are located in a separate building from the main bar, ensuring privacy and tranquility. Guests frequently highlight the spaciousness and warmth of these rooms, making them a pleasant retreat after a day of exploring.
Travelers appreciate the cleanliness and comfort of the rooms, which often match their expectations set by online photographs. Accommodations are equipped with all the essentials needed for a satisfying stay, including cozy beds and inviting decor. Some rooms come with an added bonus — a private living area — enhancing the homely feel of the visit.
Although some aspects, such as the size of shared bathrooms or shower adjustments, receive mixed feedback, they do not detract significantly from the overall positive impression guests have. The rooms across from the pub, specifically at the owner's parents’ place, stand out for their comfort and modernity.
The family running the B&B is praised for their caring and attentive nature, contributing positively to the guest experience. However, noise from the pub may be noticeable in some areas, and a few guests suggest minor updates to the rooms, especially regarding the bedding and mattresses. Overall, Geoghegans Magpie Bar and B&B provides a pleasant setting with welcoming rooms complemented by the charm of the surrounding area.
Travelers staying at Geoghegans Magpie Bar and B&B have varied experiences with the accommodations, particularly when it comes to the beds. For some guests, the beds were deemed comfortable and provided a good night's sleep, especially when evaluated against typical standards. Certain reviews highlight spacious rooms which contribute positively to the overall experience. However, not all feedback is glowing. Some guests reported dissatisfaction due to issues such as outdated and overly soft mattresses, which detracted from comfort. There are mentions of bedding being worn and issues with cramped sizes, especially concerning doubles. These mixed reviews suggest that while some visitors had pleasant experiences, there is a clear need for modernization to enhance guest comfort.
Geoghegans Magpie Bar and B&B offers a traditional and historic setting that charms its guests with a warm and hospitable atmosphere. The positive reviews consistently highlight the cleanliness of the rooms, which are described as clean, tidy, and comfortable. The shared bathroom, while occasionally resulting in wait times, is generally noted for its cleanliness. Guests appreciate the spaciousness and brightness of the accommodations and commend the overall good cleanliness standards maintained by the establishment. Despite the occasional inadequacy in bathroom cleaning, the family-run atmosphere creates a special experience for many visitors. The bar area is also well-kept, adding to the appealing ambiance, although potential noise from the bar can be a minor inconvenience for some. Overall, Geoghegans Magpie Bar and B&B is recognized for providing a neat and inviting environment, enhanced by welcoming hosts and a touch of local tradition.
Geoghegans Magpie Bar and B&B offers a truly inviting environment, largely due to the exceptional warmth and hospitality of its staff. Guests consistently praise Karl and his parents for their friendliness and the welcoming atmosphere they create. The family-owned business demonstrates a deep commitment to ensuring a pleasant stay, with each member described as engaging and attentive. The owners are not only lovely but also provide invaluable travel advice to enhance visitors' experiences. The staff are celebrated for their accommodation and willingness to help with any request, making guests feel right at home.
The social atmosphere of the bar adds a special touch, where visitors enjoy a warm reception, enhanced by the humorous and chatty demeanor of the staff. Gerry, Maria, and their family excel in extending generous hospitality, always eager to assist and share insights about the local area. Their kindness and over-the-top helpfulness ensure that guests leave with fond memories. Overall, Geoghegans Magpie Bar and B&B stands out for its exceptional staff, who go above and beyond to make every guest feel part of their extended family.
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Visitors are greeted by welcoming, knowledgeable staff, enhancing the overall experience with their friendly hospitality. The B&B offers quaint accommodations right above the pub, providing a cozy atmosphere reminiscent of a grandmother's home. Despite its lively setting, the rooms are sufficiently quiet, ensuring a restful stay.
The picturesque surroundings and the central location make it convenient for evening outings. Guests can stroll to nearby restaurants or pubs, immersing themselves in the lively community spirit. With its characterful pub serving excellent beer, Geoghegans stands as a quintessential part of the village, offering visitors an idyllic and well-situated lodging option in this surprisingly beautiful and interesting locale.
Breakfast
Despite its simplicity, guests often praised the friendly, approachable hosts who create a welcoming atmosphere. However, some feedback mentioned the breakfast room as being cramped and unconventional, with suggestions for improvements like more tables or wider shelves to enhance the setting. Additionally, there's a nostalgic longing for the missed famous Irish breakfast, which indicates that while the breakfast is enjoyed, there remains room for enhancement to meet expectations fully. Overall, the experience at Geoghegans provides a satisfying, if straightforward, breakfast accompanied by the positive warmth of its hosts and patrons.
Dinner
For those preferring to stay put after a day of exploring, the pub associated with the B&B provides a welcoming atmosphere where guests can bring in takeout. While the pub itself does not serve food, guests have the pleasing choice to enjoy their purchased meal alongside a refreshing beer in a cozy setting. The charming town offers around five pubs, although none serve food directly. The staff is accommodating and ready to assist by ordering takeaways, ensuring guests can enjoy their evening without additional travel.
Rooms
Travelers appreciate the cleanliness and comfort of the rooms, which often match their expectations set by online photographs. Accommodations are equipped with all the essentials needed for a satisfying stay, including cozy beds and inviting decor. Some rooms come with an added bonus — a private living area — enhancing the homely feel of the visit.
Although some aspects, such as the size of shared bathrooms or shower adjustments, receive mixed feedback, they do not detract significantly from the overall positive impression guests have. The rooms across from the pub, specifically at the owner's parents’ place, stand out for their comfort and modernity.
The family running the B&B is praised for their caring and attentive nature, contributing positively to the guest experience. However, noise from the pub may be noticeable in some areas, and a few guests suggest minor updates to the rooms, especially regarding the bedding and mattresses. Overall, Geoghegans Magpie Bar and B&B provides a pleasant setting with welcoming rooms complemented by the charm of the surrounding area.
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Staff
The social atmosphere of the bar adds a special touch, where visitors enjoy a warm reception, enhanced by the humorous and chatty demeanor of the staff. Gerry, Maria, and their family excel in extending generous hospitality, always eager to assist and share insights about the local area. Their kindness and over-the-top helpfulness ensure that guests leave with fond memories. Overall, Geoghegans Magpie Bar and B&B stands out for its exceptional staff, who go above and beyond to make every guest feel part of their extended family.
No, Geoghegans Magpie Bar and B&B doesn't have any pool.
No, a spa isn't available at Geoghegans Magpie Bar and B&B.
No, Geoghegans Magpie Bar and B&B doesn't allow dogs.
Yes, parking facilities are available at Geoghegans Magpie Bar and B&B.
No, Geoghegans Magpie Bar and B&B doesn't have a gym.
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