Delphi Lodge - Leenaun

4-star Georgian fishing lodge in Connemara's mountains, featuring an open honesty bar and communal dining at the Big Table

Amenities & Activities

Delphi Lodge offers an on-site adventure centre with guided kayaking on Killary Fjord, zip line courses, and archery sessions. Guests can borrow free bicycles to explore the surrounding valleys or book fishing packages for all skill levels on the private watershed. The property also has a billiards room, marked walking trails, and a garden terrace for relaxation.

Dining Experience

Evening meals at Delphi Lodge are served at communal Big Table dinners, where guests share locally-sourced dishes like Killary Fjord mussels and Irish lamb. The restaurant offers a daily changing menu with vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options, and breakfast includes made-to-order hot dishes and fresh juices. An honesty bar with a well-stocked selection of wines and spirits encourages casual socialising.

Accommodations

Rooms in the Georgian country house range from double rooms with lake views to loft suites with separate sitting areas and balconies. For larger groups, self-catering cottages like Waterfall Cottage sleep up to seven guests and include private decks overlooking the stream. All rooms have private bathrooms, flat-screen TVs, and free WiFi, with daily housekeeping provided.

Wellness & Spa

The award-winning spa at Delphi Lodge features a hydrotherapy suite with a jacuzzi, sauna, steam room, and a relaxation area overlooking the mountains. Professional therapists offer Swedish massages, aromatherapy treatments, and bespoke facials using organic products. The thermal suite is available for guests aged 18 and over, with treatments bookable in advance.

Family-Friendly Features

Families at Delphi Lodge can use the children's playground and attend organised movie nights in the hotel's media room, complete with popcorn. The adventure centre offers age-appropriate orienteering, zip lining, and kayaking sessions led by instructors like Paul and Chris. Family rooms include triple rooms with bunk beds, and the self-catering cottages provide extra space for larger parties.

• Location: Secluded valley beside Killary Fjord, 3 km from Leenaun
• Rooms: Georgian lodge rooms & self-catering cottages with lake or mountain views
• Dining: Communal 'Big Table' dinners with locally-sourced ingredients
• Wellness: Award-winning spa with hydrotherapy suite & thermal area
• Activities: Fishing, hiking, cycling, kayaking, zip line, archery
• Family: Children's playground, movie nights, adventure activities for all ages
• Unique: Open bar format with honesty bar and social dining