Gleann Na Smol Bed & Breakfast - Howth

$$$$||View on mapHowth, IrelandKilrock Road, Howth, Ireland|
7.0
Very good
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Gleann Na Smol Bed & Breakfast - Howth
Kilrock Road, Howth, Ireland·View on map
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Overall Score
Very good
7.0Very good
Highest Rated
Free WiFi8.9
Location8.9
Staff8.9
Lowest Rated
Value for money7.0
Comfort6.7
Facilities6.7
Cleanliness6.5
Who stays here
Couples40%
Families22%
Solo20%
Groups18%

Overview

Overall Score
Very good
7.0Very good
Highest Rated
Free WiFi8.9
Location8.9
Staff8.9
Lowest Rated
Value for money7.0
Comfort6.7
Facilities6.7
Cleanliness6.5
Who stays here
Couples40%
Families22%
Solo20%
Groups18%

Gleann Na Smol Bed & Breakfast: Home-cooked Irish breakfasts and personal local tours in Howth

Accommodation & Amenities

Gleann Na Smol offers family rooms with private bathrooms and garden views. The property provides water sports facilities on site and a shared lounge for guest interaction. Each room includes a washing machine and a dining area, with access to a terrace.

Breakfast & Dining

A Full Irish breakfast is served with homemade preserves and soda bread. Breakfast times are flexible, and the communal dining encourages guest engagement. The host also provides recommendations for local seafood restaurants in Howth.

Host & Local Insights

Host Sean shares rich personal stories and local knowledge during guest interactions. He offers personal tours and drives guests to the train station or tourist office. Sean's hospitality includes arranging taxis and providing tips for scenic walks.

Location & Nearby Attractions

Gleann Na Smol Bed & Breakfast Howth is a 2 km walk from Burrow Beach and 10 km from Portmarnock Golf Club. Howth Castle and the scenic cliff walks are within walking distance. Dublin Airport is 15 km away, with easy access to the DART station.

Family & Pet-Friendly

The hotel is pet-friendly, allowing guests to bring pets. Family rooms with garden views accommodate groups comfortably. Children can use the garden and nearby water sports facilities.

  • Breakfast: Full Irish with homemade preserves and soda bread
  • Host: Personal stories, tours, and airport transfers
  • Location: 2 km to Burrow Beach, 15 km to Dublin Airport
  • Rooms: Family rooms with private bathrooms and garden views
  • Facilities: Water sports, free parking, pet-friendly
  • Nearby: Howth Castle, cliff walks, seafood restaurants
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 14:00-22:00
until 11:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the hotel rooms for free.
Other information
Breakfast
The hotel offers a full breakfast at the price of EUR 0.1 per person. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Building
Number of rooms:6
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Rooms and availability

Standard Double Room
  • Room size:

    21 m²

  • Bed options:
    1 Double bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
Double Room Private Bathroom
  • Room size:

    21 m²

  • Bed options:
    1 Double bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
Comfort Triple Room
  • Room size:

    21 m²

  • Bed options:
    1 Double bed and 1 Single bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
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Facilities

Main facilities

Free Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi in rooms

Free parking
Luggage storage
24-hour services
TV

Leisure/ TV room

Kitchen facilities

Dryer

Electric kettle

Sports activities

Fishing

Water sports

Facilities for kids

Cots

Sports & Fitness

  • Water sports
  • Fishing

Children

  • Cots

Spa & Leisure

  • Garden area
  • Leisure/ TV room

Room features

  • Free Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Sitting area
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Washing machine
  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle
  • Dryer

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Essential information about Gleann Na Smol Bed & Breakfast

💵 Lowest room price 86 £
📏 Distance to centre 800 m
✈️ Distance to airport 16.4 km
🧳 Nearest airport Dublin, DUB

Location

Kilrock Road, Howth, Ireland
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Kilrock Road, Howth, Ireland
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Kilrock Road, Howth, Ireland
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
Church
Church of the Assumption
430 m
Restaurant
Caffe Caira
1.3 km

Reviews of Gleann Na Smol Bed & Breakfast

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