Delphi Resort

This is most definitely not a 4 star hotel. The pictures are a bit deceiving. It gives an impression of a luxury spa in the mountains. The location is breathtaking. The restaurant food smelled and looked good, and the bartenders were very nice. But it was outdated and smelled very weird. Our room did not have wash cloths and we never could get any sent to the room. It was very dingy and outdated. Mold all in the bathroom. Windows and doors unable to close. I really expected this place to be off the charts amazing. Even reading recent reviews, I’m not sure how anyone can rate this place very high. It was very disappointing.

Great spa hotel. Not too expensive. A loads of activities beside it. Spacious parking. Fantastic restaurant. And no mobile network coverage. Loved every bit about this place. Will definitely be back.

This was our fourth stay at Delphi Resort. Every time we go, we leave feeling truly relaxed. It’s one of the best places to completely switch off and enjoy the silence, with no internet. The food is always excellent, and the people are very friendly.|The only downside I could mention is that there were quite a lot of cobwebs on the balcony — it would be nice if those were cleaned up before guests arrive. Other than that, I have no complaints. I can definitely recommend this place.

Great food and waiting staff. The staff working the zip lines and climbing wall were friendly and informative. We would recommend for a family stay. Take your insect repellents mind you as they are out in force around the trees.

Vert pleasant stay in family in this resort ! Food is excellent 👌 breakfast is very good and the bar staff very friendly! We highly recommend to visit Connemara!|The location near Killary fjord is perfect! |The only negative point is the lack of air conditionning in the rooms

The staff were welcoming, asked questions about our specific health issues and skin issues. They did not rush us, explained the particular spa treatment we were getting and products fitting for our skin. really relaxing, followed by a smoothie and drinks and fresh fruit in the relaxing room. high recommend - Emanuel and Chris

I stayed at this hotel for one night during a road trip through Connemara national park. Delphi is easy to find, just off the main road. When I say main road it’s a country road through the mountains.||LOCATION The scenery around the Delphi is gorgeous. Lovely Mountain View’s from the restaurant and plenty of places to walk. It’s not too far from Killary fjord.||FACILITIES- Delphi has a spa, but it’s only open 10-6 so we never got chance to try it. It also has an activity centre there with various outdoor activities available. There is a newly built hostel next door to the main hotel, which looked very modern. The majority of people who work at this hotel are not Irish, they seem to be from other parts of Europe. There was a small gift shop on-site, but we never went in.||ROOM We booked a standard room, but got upgraded to a loft suite. It was big, with a sofa, tv, table/chairs and tea/coffee making facilities. There was also a door that led outside to a patio area. No furniture out there though. The bathroom was lovely with toiletries provided. The towels were very small though. The suite had an upstairs, with a quite steep wooden staircase. There was a bed, mirror and bedside cabinets up there. The room was quite hot & it wasn’t even hot weather outside. So I can imagine it gets very hot in hot weather. The room also was not very soundproof we could hear conversations in other rooms. We also could hear quite a bit of noise from the corridor.||FOOD we had to book a time for breakfast, which was quite annoying. It was a self service breakfast and the food was very tasty. There was a good selection and the restaurant overlooked mountains. It had calming music playing and felt very relaxed. We ate at the hotel on the evening too, 40euro for 2 courses. The food was very nice, but we found the starters to be better than the main courses. They do have a separate vegetarian/vegan menu which was good. I orders stuffed peppers which wet okay, probably wouldn’t have them again though as they wet l y that tasty. The tofu starter was delicious and looked great too. The oysters were apparently amazing and the lamb that my friend had was also tasty, just a bit over cooked. Again we needed to book a time to eat on the evening.||OVERALL I would definitely stay here again and maybe for a few nights rather than just one. I would definitely bring ear plugs due to the noise from other rooms and the corridor. The cleaner was even vacuuming at around 739am in the corridor. The hotel wasn’t busy when we stayed, so it would be worse when full. There was plenty of parking and the surrounding area is gorgeous.

My boyfriend and I booked this hotel during our stay in Ireland for a luxury stay and a a calm, disconnected spot. I will say the property is very beautiful and the food is great. The staff is very friendly as well. The rooms start off looking very pretty until you start to notice the large amount of spiders surrounding you. As someone with a decent fear of spiders, I will say this is not the hotel for you. Every corner of our room was covered in huge spiders. The first morning in the bathroom 3 huge spiders came out of no where walking along the floor which put me so on edge I couldn’t take my shoes off the rest of the stay. Our comforter had a stain on it as well that made me a little uneasy. They don’t reply quickly to emails for reservations. Overall, it’s a beautiful place but the price you’re paying doesn’t seem worth it.

It's really hard to rate this property, I wish I could review the hotel, the spa, and the restaurant separately. I did not book the hotel, we were booked by our tour company. Twin room was pretty small with a large bathroom and entry hall. We ended up storing our luggage in the hall. The soap and shampoo dispensers were really hard to use so we were left using a small bar of soap I happened to have with me. The shower did not drain well so I had to pause halfway through my shower to allow it to catch up. There is a towel warmer but we could not find the switch to turn it on. There is an electric kettle, but it's huge and difficult to fill from the absurdly small bathroom tap. I had a seaweed bath in the spa. Very enjoyable but I had asked at booking if I should bring anything with me and was told no. So I got in the jacuzzi buck naked. Fortunately I was the only one there but when my bath was ready, the spa matron informed me I should have brought swimwear for the communal portion of the facility. I think the restaurant is their strongest element. Breakfast buffet was excellent. One could assemble a full Irish or any portion of thereof. Dinner is price fixed either 2 or 3 courses. Simpler fare can be ordered in the adjacent bar. I especially enjoyed the Chicken Supreme with apple pie and ice cream for dessert. My vegan companion enjoyed the tofu appetizer and the vegan chocolate cake with lime sorbet. The bar menu is comprehensive including a sophisticated selection of wines in any price range.

What an amazing place . Definitely a place to find peace & relax.We visited the spa in April 23,staff were so friendly, from Chris who did our treatment,Clodagh the spa manager,Jennifer and the barman from India ,a true gentleman. Food was delicious and everything good value.We came away feeling very relaxed content and thankful Breda & Helen

Amazing and peaceful stay. First of all I made the dreadful mistake of booking the wrong date and then MISSING our reservation. Management was kind enough to reinstate it. I took my sister and friend as a gift for getting their masters and we had the best time. Our room was wonderful, the food was delicious, views were beautiful and the staff very kind. The spa was reasonably priced and the very kind manager, Clodagh, even gave us a free bottle of Prosecco for our special occasion. Will 100% return and I recommend you visit immediately!

We had a fantastic time here! The rooms were great, spacious and well laid out. Full bathroom was a nice plus. We got a deal that included all breakfasts and dinner 2 out of the 3 nights that we were there. They were very accommodating to my wife, who is vegan. Dinner menu stays the same all week. Breakfast included many options. There are plenty of outdoor activities to do, from hiking to biking and walk climbing. Service was exceptional. Views are beautiful in the valley. My wife enjoyed the spa.

Delphi is a very family orientated place but it does cater greatly for groups. I was there on a Hen weekend (not a typical wild girls night out which I liked) We enjoyed 2 evenings of delicious dinner and It was all very relaxing. I tried out the kayaking which I loved despite the torrential rain! Some of the girls had spa treatments which they enjoyed, and there are numerous walks as well as other activities like archery and wall climbing to enjoy.

This was such a fantastic resort. My boyfriend and I did not have access to internet the day we were checking out of our previous hotel, so we decided to show face at Delphi to see if there were any availabilities. The front desk receptionist was extremely kind and welcoming from the start. She gave us an amazing rate for a suite upgrade. The room was spacious, spotless, comfortable and well designed (as seen in my posted photos). We decided to dine at the restaurant on grounds and what an incredible dinner it was! My boyfriend ordered the beef cheek dish, I ordered the 3 course special (soup, lasagna then a berry tart dessert)- EVERYTHING was perfectly prepared and cooked. We enjoyed the included breakfast the following morning. They offer a wide selection of both hot and cold items. They seem to have a set staff for most meal services which didn't bother me because everyone was very friendly and provided great service. After breakfast, we decided to kayak as our adventure for the day. Our instructor was informative, lively and understanding to those who had no previous experiences kayaking before (such as myself). The spa was such a great utility for recovery (jacuzzis and saunas) and showering, since we had checked out of our room before kayaking began. If the opportunity arises, I highly recommend you experience what all this resort offers!:)

Delphi Mountain Resort is located in the back of beyond, but that's okay, after all you wouldn't be staying at Delphi unless you wanted to get lost in wild and wonderful Connemara. If you are interested in getting away from the smog and the smoke of Dublin, I couldn't recommend Delphi more. Not only do they have a spa, but they have a range of outdoor activities which gives you an opportunity to take in the wonderful scenery surrounding the resort. These activities appear to run on an adhoc basis (i.e.varying on demand and season), so don't expect to get your wish list of activities to be fulfilled in one weekend. The food and accommodation are both beyond reproach. Make sure to check out their restaurant which serves local produce such as crab, mussels and lamb. If you feel like relaxing in more informal attire, head to the bar which provides similar dishes at a lower cost to your pocket. Avoid Delphi if you can't leave your phone down for more than a moment. The whole resort is an absolute blackspot for coverage, and you'll have to drive a long distance to receive even a bar on your phone. Make sure to ask reception about the thermal suite open and closing times, as I missed out on these facilities as I was unaware of the open and closing times. Spa treatments are slightly costly and will need to be booked in advance.

Great location and perfect for anyone wanting to disconnect for a few days, literally. Pros: Service Barman Sean Rooms Spectacular views EVERYWHERE No TV and plenty of board games Location Location Location Eat: Muesli and fruit for breakfast Pear and cheese salad (unbelievable) Grilled kippers Cons: No TV No wifi in rooms No phone coverage Very isolated Don't eat: Full irish Soup for lunch Langoustines I realise the only cons apart from inconsistent food are things that are generally seen as a plus but they can be cons for someone unprepared for the experience. Overall I couldn't recommend a stay here enough! If you want A real taste of western Ireland this is the place to be. Special mention to the staff as they are second to none in dealing with customers and are enough to make me come back! Seriously some might say these guys are wasted here but they make it what it is. Would have given 5 stars but for the inconsistently of the food quality. Easy to see the difference between head chef's cooking and everyone else's

I cannot say enough wonderful things about Delphi. My husband were fortunate to spend a few nights here ~ 2 years ago while driving through Ireland, and it was unforgettable. The setting is pristine, the rooms were gorgeous, the staff was so friendly, the food and drinks were great (we ate our dinners at Delphi each night), and the interesting mix of eclectic individuals that were there during our stay really made it interesting and very fun. Might I add, that neither my husband nor I fish (at all!), but would absolutely love to stay at the Delphi again on a future visit to Ireland.

Magical place. We went as a family of four (2 boys, 13 and 11) and Delphi will remain a highlight of our trip. Gorgeous setting, beautiful hikes to be done at the footstep of the resort, lots of adventures, which was terrific to get the boys to exert themselves (from climbing to kayaking to mud runs... kids came back delighted and exhausted, perfect for parents...). The staff could not have been nicer, the food delicious, see separate review of the 814 restaurant where we discovered how perfectly mussels and guiness go together. Highly recommended!

Landscape scenery .. Location top! We had a fabulous fabulous room. Very big and a lovely bubbble bath tub!!! We arrived in the night and couldn't really see much but the better the surprise was next morning. Our room had a balcony that had a view right next to a mountain, litterally the last house next to it. It was fabulous seeing the sunrise with it and the fog on top of the mountains. Spa is amazing. Breakfast was ok &definitely a lot of healthy fruit choices there. Expect sheep to greet you at the parking lot. No phone coverage whatsoever. We had wifi though not at an amazing speed but good enough to stream the bafta awards :-P This is an easy 5 star for the nature experience you get & for this you actually enjoy having no phone coverage! (Landlines available) One tip .. Do make sure to book in for activities maybe even before you come. They are booked out so quick!