Recess Travel Guide
Tourist Guide





Visit Recess

Ashford Castle
Our first visit to Ashford Castle was unforgettable, and we’re already planning our return. From the moment we drove through the gates, everything felt personal and welcoming. Every member of staff we met was friendly, kind, and genuinely attentive. Our room was perfect, the grounds were absolutely ...
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026

The Lodge at Ashford Castle
Spotless room, attentive staff
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026

Abbeyglen Castle Hotel
Staff were nice, beds very comfortable and the brook outside the window made sleeping a dream. Could do with some updates here and there but otherwise a lovely stay.
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026

Lovely 3 Bedroom Bungalow on the shore of Lough Corrib (Oughterard.)
We had a lovely stay and the days were clear and bright showing off the location as we were surrounded by lough Corrib. The open fire was delightful. The well equipped kitchen easily accommodated our Christmas day meal. The design of the house is excellent and accommodates all real needs with a variety ...
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025

House with character
John and Mairead were wonderful hosts. They had the fire set ready for us and made sure everything was ready for our arrival after a long drive. The house itself is fantastic, with stunning views in every direction, even in a cold and wet February. We travelled out to various landmarks (Kylemore ...
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026

West Winds on the Wild Atlantic Way
Good
Reviewed on 29 May 2025
Popular places to visit
Lough Fadda
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lough Fadda during your travels in Recess. While in this relaxing area, you can enjoy the restaurants.
Whitehillock Lough
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Whitehillock Lough during your travels in Recess. While in this relaxing area, you can enjoy the restaurants.
Derryclare Nature Reserve
You can take time to visit Derryclare Nature Reserve during your travels to Recess. While in this relaxing area, you can enjoy the restaurants.
Cloonabartan Lough
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Cloonabartan Lough during your travels in Recess. While in this relaxing area, you can enjoy the restaurants.
Illion Lough
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Illion Lough during your travels in Recess. While in this relaxing area, you can enjoy the restaurants.
Loughbeg
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Loughbeg during your travels in Recess. While in this relaxing area, you can enjoy the restaurants.
Activities

Connemara Day Trip Including Leenane Village and Kylemore Abbey from Galway

Connemara, Kylemore Abbey and Wild Atlantic Way tour from Galway


