The Convent
The Convent descritpion
Featuring the best views over the Killary Fjord, The Convent also overlooks Connemara’s rugged mountains. Dating back to the 19th century, this family-run property was once occupied by the Mercy order of nuns. Free WiFi is available throughout the property.
With views over Killary Harbour, the rooms include a work desk and tea and coffee making facilities. The en-suite shower rooms have a hairdryer.
In the mornings, The Convent serves full Irish breakfast in the unique chapel room. Centrally located in the picturesque village of Leenane, The Convent is a 2-minute stroll from local pubs, shops, and facilities.
Local activities include hill walking, fishing, and cycling. Guests have use of lockable bike storage, which can also be used to store fishing equipment. Connemara National Park is a 20-minute drive from The Convent. The surrounding area is home to many quality golf courses and the famous Kylemore Abbey, which is just 9.9 miles away.
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Facilities of The Convent
Outdoors ：Grounds
Pets ：Pets are not allowed.
Activities ：Hiking | Bicycle Rental
Internet ：Free!WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking ：Free!Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
Services ：Packed Lunches | Baggage Storage | Shared Lounge/TV Area | Laundry
General ：Heating | All Spaces Non-Smoking (public and private)
Reviews for The Convent
Review 1：Arriving from the direction of Westport, we were relieved to see a large sign indicating the guesthouse! After parking the car we were warmly welcomed by John, who asked us about our requirements for breakfast the next morning, took us to our room and invited us to come into the sitting room for a cup of tea. The sitting room was very comfy with a wonderful log fire, and with a generous supply of excellent tea on hand, we soon relaxed to the point of unintentionally dozing off! Our twin room had the promised lake view (impressive!) plus a functional shower room. The TV and Wifi worked well and there was a tea tray on a shelf in the wardrobe. In the evening we went into the village and had a wonderful seafood meal at The Blackberry Restaurant, which is owned by the same family who own The Convent. We had already had a sneak preview of the delightful home made apple pies cooling in The Convent's kitchen, and we were not disappointed. We had an excellent night's sleep, and woke ready for breakfast! The Convent closed as such in the late 1970s and whilst the internal decor has been somewhat upgraded and refreshed, it has lost none (nun?) of its charm. The floors, windows and furnishings are a delight, and besides the lounge, there is a pleasant sunroom and an amazing breakfast room where Jesus, Mary and Joseph in stained glass supervise a generous and varied breakfast sourced from local ingredients. Although you specify whether you'd like an Irish breakfast, you can still help yourself to the 'continental' .... local cheese, locally smoked salmon, yogurts, cereal, toast and fruit. Good tea and coffee accompany this and everyone was served quickly and efficiently by John. If you want good quality coupled with excellent, genuine, professional hospitality, we can throughly recommend The Convent, and we hope that John and his family go from strength to strength for many years to come.
Review 2：Beautiful sitting room with fire in fire place, outstanding host, beautiful view of Killary from bedroom window, great breakfast in lovely breakfast room
Review 3：Lovely welcome by the Landlord. The building is old but very clean and well heated. Breakfast was excellent and served in the old church part of the convent.
Review 4：Very comfortable stay, with a warm welcome from the owner, Sean. Short walk to a small selection of restaurants/pubs in the village. Breakfast was excellent. Good value for money.
Review 5：Breakfast appeared to have been pre-cooked and kept hot. Sausage burnt and bacon hard.
Review 6：Excellent location, near enough to walk into village. Wonderful breakfast room with stained glass windows
Review 7：There is nothing, what you wouldn't like
Review 8：Perfect start point to explore the surrounding scenery, parking avail, very good breakfast and nice people around
Review 9：Host very welcoming offering tea on arrival. Old convent building was a different experience. Breakfast was very good with fresh fruit salad and proper yogurt
Review 10：Wish I had stayed more nights!
Review 11：The tea when we arrived after a cold day was really great! The place and the location next to the Fjord. The room was nice, with great view over the Fjord. Breakfast was great and I loved the stained glass in the breakfast room. Our host was really kind.
Review 12：Nothing. Everything was satisfactory. Town is nice but a bit dead, not the fault of the owners obviously though! Shower was a bit weak and lukewarm.
Review 13：Received a much appreciated cup of tea and snacks. Lovely scenery in the area.
Review 14：sean was just so friendly and helpful and could'nt do enough for us. The warm welcome on our return from walking with a big fire burning, hot tea and smoked salomn was wonderful.
Review 15：Stayed for 7 nights with a friend. The Convent is at the head of Killary Loch, surrounded by mountains, many of which we walked. Sean was an excellent host. The Blackberry Cafe, managed by Shane(Sean's son) is only a 5 min. walk away for excellent evening meals. All in all a perfect set-up, hope to visit again.
Review 16：The Place is very nice a bit different a very nice place to relax after a day hiking there was a nice open fire lit where we relaxed with a glass a wine or two staff were very friendly and helpful.
Review 17：Mary, Sean and Shane are lovely hosts and cater for your every need. Very friendly and welcoming. The view of The Killary from the room is amazing, so serene and calming. The breakfast is absolutely beautiful with homemade fresh bread. The comfiest bed we've slept in. Just a 2 minute walk away from Leenaun to Gaynors for the best pint of guiness. Stayed here twice now and we will be staying again.
Review 18：Seán,the owner,was a generous,kind host.Tea,coffee,sandwiches were offered on arrival & after a hard sightseeing day & a cheerful,open fire in the sitting room to ward off the evening chill.Will return.
Review 19：The staff of the convent and especially the convent itself made our stayat the Killary Fjord unforgetable. We felt lovely welcomed with a warmsmile, tea, salmon and cheese bread as well as muffins! The room wasjust perfect, very clean and bright, the bed was very comfortable andcosy and we had all we needed. The breakfast was delicious! We reallyenjoyed the atmosphere and positive energy of this accomodation and hopeto return back as soon as possible!!!! We highly recommend this place.It was amazing :) Thank you very very much!!!
Review 20：The entrance gates bit narrow and no tv but this did nt matter much.
Review 21：i have to say was very pleased with my stay bed comfy room clean and owner very nice and helpful will stay there again.
Review 22：What a pleasure it was to stay here from the incredibly warm welcome from Shane and offers of cups of tea(my husband had just done the 2k killart fjord swim!) to the traditional room in a wonderful quirky building. Next morning we were treated to a fantastic full Irish with offers of fruit salad,juices and cereal. The owner Sean is an extremely likable and friendly man and we had great chats after breakfast(which incidentally is held in the old convent church,stained glass window and all). A very traditional b and b which i will definitely stay in again for next years swim!
Review 23：Sean was a very attentive host and provided a good breakfast in the Chapel. The Convent was in easy walking distance of a couple of eateries in the small township. The rooms were comfortable although a bit small.
Review 24：Some noise from the road and the spotlight outside lit up the room until it was turned off (presumably after the last traveller arrived).
Review 25：We arrived later than expected, but Sean welcomed us with tea, accompanied by smoked salmon on soda bread. Great breakfast, as well, in the former chapel with beautiful stained glass. Easy walk to center of leenane.
Review 26：The convent was faultless we received a great welcome, the room had a super view and the breakfast was excellent , we would recommend The Convent to all who are going in that direction well done and thank you
Review 27：Bedroom a bit tight with no tv or bathroom shelving.
Review 28：lovely view and the proprietor Sean is very pleasant and professional. Old fashioned place makes a change to standard hotels. Breakfast in the chapel is interesting.
Review 29：We loved the setting, atmosphere, cleanliness, sparkling bathroom, wonderful chapel dining area, chatting to the host upon arrival and enjoying the breath-taking views from the windows of Kilary Harbour and beyond. Would definitely go again!
Review 30：Rooms aren't very big but fine for short stay.
Review 31：Host was helpful and friendly. Breakfast was excellent- Good choices. Beds are comfortable but narrow. Lovely views.
Review 32：Location, cost and friendliness of the owner. On the cleanliness side the room was good, as was the house, but Sean the owner needs to spruce up a wee bit. Such a busy man, he needs a clean shirt everyday.
Review 33：we loved the convent.
Review 34：we loved the warm welcome and Sean arrived totally unexpected with smoked salmon and fresh brown bread along with fresh buns. fabulous place to stay and great value,perfect location to the village
Review 35：Everything was perfect!
Review 36：The Convent is in an amazing location. The views of the Kilary are so stunning. Leenane has so much to offer with so much beauty all around. The breakfast was lovely and the hospitality was warm and friendly. Thank you Sean for everything.
Review 37：As with all the b&b's we encountered in the British Isles, the tiny showers are problematic. A shower that is only 28" square means you hit the cold walls a lot when showering. Please make them larger when you renovate.
Review 38：I liked the history of the place, with it being a former convent. The upstairs view of the fjord across the street was wonderful and the owner answered all my questions about the former residents. I am familiar with Tiffanys stained glass work and the three paintings were equal. You need to see them.
Review 39：Sean was a wonderful host. He made us feel so very welcome and gave us the benefit of his many years of experience in this area. He could not have been more helpful. A lovely person in a lovely spot.
Review 40：Phones didn't work in this area.
Review 41：Location was great,very clean and comfortable.Breakfast was great.
Review 42：Very friendly staff and excellent location. Clean and comfortable.
Review 43：The view of the fjord was great, host Shane was very nice and helpful.
Review 44：Stunning location looking directly onto beautiful Killary Harbour coupled with the warm reception of Seán and Mary.
Review 45：The helpfulness of the owner was way beyond my expectations. Its location was perfect for my motorcycle tour of Connemara
Review 46：Value for money. Great location.
Review 47：Sean was a excellent host. We
Review 48：Friendly host, very helpful, lovely place to stay
Review 49：the rooms are small, no lift so difficult for disabled travellers
Review 50：a very warm welcome
Review 51：No GPS or cellular
Review 52：Location
Review 53：It's a really quirky place to stay in the stunning setting of Leenane. Definitely would recommend it, lovely people running it, will visit again.
Review 54：Beds weren't comfy , whole place smelt of cats,only 3tv channels and no kettle
Review 55：Sean was a very good host. Very good breakfast.
Review 56：Nice, simple, clean, good host. Good location.
Review 57：Very friendly host who made us tea, sandwiches and cake on arrival. Lovely views from bedroom window.
Review 58：I liked the location,great view from our room and beautiful breakfast.Staff very welcoming and helpful.
Review 59：The host was fantastic. Greeted us with a cup of tea and a snack. They have been in business over 30 years and have this down to an art.
Review 60：everything, a wonderful place.
Review 61：Just the usual good standard with a very welcoming host
Review 62：The double bed although comfortable was two singles pushed together.
Review 63：The owners where very friendly and the bedroom views where amazing.
Review 64：Welcome tea tray with cheese & salmon sandwiches. Breakfast served in amazing surroundings of former chapel.
Review 65：the welcom from owner and general atmosphere
Review 66：Location lovelyscenery outstanding Close to other locations for touring around Sean very welcoming and helpful a lovely gentle manhomely
Review 67：The most idyllic location, with wonderful hospitality and a gorgeous welcoming home. We would have loved to stay longer.
Review 68：Wifi was intermittent and niggly
Review 69：breakfast was great. Friendliness and flexibility to accommodate last minute booking change
Review 70：Nothing to complain about, very helpful staff.
Review 71：Great food and relaxed atmosphere.
Review 72：excellent people skills Sean got all are clothes dry was very kind always asking if we wanted tea coffee or sambos breakfast very nice
Review 73：Breakfast 8-9 on Sunday morning is a bit early although on the day it suited.
Review 74：Breakfast was food. Nice feel to the place.
Review 75：Quality bedding and noise at night
Review 76：Absolutely nothing!
Review 77：The service was better than exceptionally good. The location is perfect.
Review 78：Friendliness of the owner. Breakfast and value for money
Review 79：Nothing
Review 80：The welcome and friendliness of Sean Hamilton the owner
Review 81：position on the fiord
Review 82：The location could not be better. This was a simple, straightforward B&B with a super friendly owner.
Review 83：No TV No Wifi
Review 84：Water blocked in shower.
Review 85：The views
Review 86：THE MIDGES take necessary cream etc., with you.
Review 87：location wonderful, 2/3 minutes to village very accurate. Sean (the owner) made you feel at home offering tea & cakes on arrival. We stayed 3 relaxing nights & will be recommending it to our friends. Thank you
Review 88：Sean who owns the Convent is the perfect host. Four of us arrived in late afternoon and he kindly made us tea and biscuits. He is extremely friendly and welcoming. The rooms are clean and comfortable with one of the best views in the country. The convent is a 2 minute walk to Leenane Village and the pubs. The breakfast the next day was delicious - My boyfriend had the full irish and I had the continental breakfast - Freshly chopped fruit salad (with strawberries and kiwi) and smoked salmon! Excellent value for money, lovely building and great location. We'll be back!
Review 89：Could not find fault at all.
Review 90：The hosts were amazing, we could not have asked for more. The bed was the comfiest we'd ever slept in. Breakfast was perfect. Location and views were excellent. Will definitely stay here again.
Review 91：The owner was a lovely man. Made us tea on arrival and feel very welcome.
Review 92：Sean Hamilton, owner, was very welcoming. Property has interesting history that he will be pleased to tell about.
Review 93：The rooms were immaculate, the food was great and the owners could not have been more lovely. Such a sweet village too!
The Fine Print
Please note that bookings can be reserved using American Express. However, the property does not accept this card type and alternative payment will be required.Please inform The Convent 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 provided in your confirmation.