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The Twelve
Barna
Barna
Galway
The Twelve
is a
4 star hotel
where history and tradition meet luxury and style. Just a stone's throw from Galway's City of the Tribes, the hotel is set in the celebrated beauty of the west of Ireland on the fringe of Connemara. The Twelve Hotel Bearna combines a modern elegance and a sheer relaxed atmosphere in a luxury boutique style, while uniquely refreshing and very personal.
The hotel was shortlisted as one of the 3 finalists for the ‘Best New Hotel Awards 2007’ and has been described as more than a place to eat and sleep but rather a place for people to enjoy culture, comfort and a great culinary experience.
The hotel offers 49 luxury boutique style bedrooms, a world class restaurant, a choice of bars, hotel library and an onsite bakery.
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Description
Description
Also opening in summer 2008 is a petit Spa and Pamper centre.
Directions
Driving Directions from Dublin
From Dublin City drive to the quays and continue to Heuston Station (on your right)
Take the N4 and continue following signs for The West
Continue to Clonard where you will see signposts for the N6 and Glaway
Continue along the N6 passing through Milltownpass, Tyrellspass and Moate and later through Ballinasloe and Loughrea and Craughwell.
Approaching Galway follow signs for Galway City and then for Clifden and Ourghterard. At the junction with Headford Road take the third exit.
This will take you over the Quincentenial Bridge and the River Corrib. At this point, take the N6 and follow the signs for Spiddal/Coast road or Salthill.
Continue on the signposted road to Spiddal. On entering Barna you will see the hotel on the right hand side of the crossroads as you enter the village.
From Shannon Airport
Drive north from Shannon airport on the N18 passing through Ennis and on to Glaway
At the Oranmore roundabout follow the N59 out towards Clifden
This will take you over the Quincentenial Bridge and River Corrib
This will take you over the Quincentenial Bridge and the River Corrib. At this point, take the N6 and follow the signs for Spiddal/Coast road or Salthill.
Continue on the signposted road to Spiddal. On entering Barna you will see the hotel on the right hand side of the crossroads as you enter the village.
Rooms
At The Twelve you can choose from two types of rooms; The hotels splendid guest rooms feature a king size bed or twin beds and a convertible sofa as well as a Juliet balcony.
Guests can enjoy added extras such as fine linens, fluffy hypo-allergenic goose down duvets, oversized bath towels and cotton robes.
All rooms also have complimentary wi-fi and broadband access. And if you fancy a night in, why not choose a DVD from the In-house selection or you can listen to your own iPod tunes on the iPod docking station.
Bathrooms are decorated with rich designer tiles and have complimentary organic bath products for the West of Ireland.
Facilities
Whilst staying at the The Twelve Hotel you can enjoy the following services, many of which are usually found on only 5* hotels;
Personal Concierge
World class dining in ‘WEST’ restaurant
The Chef’s Table for exclusive private dining
Live traditional Irish music sessions in ‘The Pins Lounge/Bar’ on certain nights
Residents Bar and The Champagne Bar at West
Onsite Bakery ‘The Pins’
Wine and food events
A library with a great fireplace
Tours and local attraction arrangements
Meeting and Banquet Facilities
Boutique weddings
Credit Cards
Access Mastercard
American Express
Laser
Visa
Local Area
Local Area
Bearna village is only 10 minutes drive from Galway known as ‘the City of the Tribes’. Here you will find a vast array of traditional Irish pubs, snazzy bars and cafes and fantastic restaurants.
When in Galway why not explor the city by going on A Galway Walking Tour or a coach tour of the City. Day tours can also be organized to Connemara and the Burren in Co. Clare, both a must see when visting the West of Ireland.
Or take a trip to the Aran Islands. Located just off the coast of Galway and Clare these island have a vibrant history and is one of the few locations in Ireland where Irish is still spoken today. Here you will get a real sense of old Ireland culture and music
Golf
Bearna Golf Club
- Corboley, Bearna, Galway
Bearna Golf and Country Club was established in 1996 with 500 members. The Club's motto -Failte agus Ceol na Fuiseoige leat- meaning " Welcome, and may lark-song accompany you" is intended to signal the tranquility and reception which awaits the visitor on every fairway. The club commands spectacular views of the West of Ireland landscape due to its proximity to Galway Bay, the Burrena and also the Aran Islands.
Galway Bay Golf & Country Club
- Renville, Oranmore, Co. Galway.
This 18 hole course was desnigned by Christy O’Connor Jnr, and is designed to highlight and preserve the ancient historic features of the Renville peninsula.
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