I love my cozy little room and Yvonne's family. The location is perfect: you can see the ocean as you walk out the front door, and it's right in the centre of town with lots of great pubs, Irish music, and craic. I came here a few weeks back to explore the dramatic Cliffs of Moher (which you can see from the nearby boardwalk), went on to stay in Doolin, and then I picked up bronchitis and got pretty sick.
I needed a warm place to recover and the rooms here have space heaters. Most other places I've stayed at are just cold in October. This is right across the street from a pharmacy, a market, and a post office, in addition to warm comforting pub food places. The bus stop is half a block away. All big pluses. I needed to be near a pharmacy! Don't expect one in Doolin.
Yvonne was kind enough to let me stay here as long as it took to recover and I'm super grateful. Her family is very caring and Yvonne constantly asked me if I needed anything. She keeps in good touch via email, another big plus to staying here. One feels cared for.
I almost want to keep this place a secret to myself, but people should know how perfect it is. A couple things: yes, the room is tiny and it's a smoking establishment. If that bothers you, stick a towel under the door and open the window for fresh air. As for the room, it is literally a bed with a desk and chair. The window sill has a cavernous shelf to store things on. Hooks on the door offer places for your clothes, and I simply kept my luggage under the bed. There's a hot kettle and coffee/tea supplies, and a small fan on the desk. Good solid WiFi. My question to travelers who complain about the tiny space -- are you coming to County Clare to be in the room, or to get out and explore this part of Ireland (which is gorgeous)? There's a bigger room across the hall with an ocean view and two beds if you prefer.
It's very safe, warm and welcoming here. Yvonne has a ton of friendly local travel advice. Will be coming back. Highly recommend.