Payments made by partners impact the order of prices displayed. Room types may vary.
The listings of booking offers for each property take into account the compensation paid to us by our partners. Prices shown may be for varying room types. Prices displayed are the lowest available, corresponding to the least expensive room type available, as provided from our partners as of the time of the user’s search.
Tripadvisor gives a Travellers’ Choice award to accommodations, attractions and restaurants that consistently earn great reviews from travellers and are ranked within the top 10% of properties on Tripadvisor.
The Western Strands is an excellent choice for travellers visiting Belmullet, offering a budget friendly environment alongside many helpful amenities designed to enhance your stay. You’ll enjoy relaxing rooms that offer a flat screen TV, and you can stay connected during your stay as The Western Strands offers guests free WIFI. Fantastic food available daily from 12pm. The Western strands is now operated by David Tyrrell who also owns Wavesweeper Sea Adventures and can offer a whole host of outdoor activities such as surfing, kayaking, snorkelling and stand up paddleboarding, with rentals and changing facilities on site. Enjoy your stay in Belmullet!
Places to stay are graded on a 0-100 scale. The higher the grade, the easier it is for travellers to find restaurants and things to do within walking distance.
Before posting, each Tripadvisor review goes through an automated tracking system, which collects information, answering the following questions: how, what, where and when. If the system detects something that potentially contradicts our community guidelines, the review is not published.
When the system detects a problem, a review may be automatically rejected, sent to the reviewer for validation, or manually reviewed by our team of content specialists, who work 24/7 to maintain the quality of the reviews on our site.
Our team checks each review posted on the site disputed by our community as not meeting our community guidelines.
Just after having a night away in Belmullet. Stayed in this guesthouse, David was so welcoming, the premises is basic guesthouse on a budget. My dietary needs were accommodated for & David was on hand to ensure we were satisfied with our meal. The waiting staff were so polite. There are renovations being done & a beautiful area for dining. Breakfast is served until noon & without doubt the selection & standard is the best we have had. I would highly recommend if you don't stay just even call for food, you will not be disappointed.
Read more
Date of stay: March 2022Trip type: Travelled as a couple
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Visited Belmullet overnight with the family, booked Western Strand at short notice and got a room for three. It was great value at €100 for three and if i was to be picky they did not do breakfast and the mattress in the doble bed could do with changing. Staff were helpful and will be back to Belmullet
Read more
Date of stay: July 2023
Value
Location
Service
Trip type: Travelled with family
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Went on a busy saturday afternoon, lovely atmosphere and service. Chowder - one of the best iv had with lovely homemade bread. Other two friends had sandwiches and fries - very tasty and very big portions. average 10euro a head with tea extra. front bar looks like a lovely spot for a pint or two would go back
Read more
Date of stay: October 2022
Location
Service
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Where do I begin....."if they paid me to stay I'd refuse" This was the worst hotel room I've ever stay in. The room looks and smells like the 1970s There was a huge damp patch on the ceiling. The shower didn't work and was very small and uncomfortable. The shower tray had a lage crack on it, and silicone was used to seal the dangerous crack. The curtains were disgusting and the views. Our room was freezing and you wouldn't swing a cat in it. This so-called hotel is a very poor reflection on what is a lovely location. Stay clear.
Read more
Date of stay: December 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
I went into this hotel for a quick lunch to be absolutely horrified by one member of staff that was left to serve the entire room. It was a tall dark haired lady that was clearly ran off her feet trying to clean up tables, give out menus, take bills and serve food. There was a bell consistently ringing from a kitchen to signal that food was ready she could have at least done with another two staff members. This made me feel very uncomfortable as I just wanted to get up at one stage and help her myself!!
I also overheard other people eating at the time say “it’s a disgrace that woman left to attend to so many people on her own, I’m sure 1 more staff wouldn’t cost them that much”
One other member of staff appeared from behind the bar as the lady appeared to ask her to serve somebody a drink. She came out from behind the bar clearly disgruntled and looked like she didn’t want to be there in the first place and still went to the wrong table with the drink. Upon seeing how busy it was she never made an appearance again after that.
It’s such a fabulous hotel, more than meets the eye from the outside. The food was brilliant however I will not be back.
Read more
Date of stay: January 2020Trip type: Travelled on business
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
We were in Belmullet last week and looking for a dog friendly restaurant as we were travelling with our four-legged friend. I sent an email to check if they could accommodate that and I received an immediate answer, so we booked a table at their heated beer garden at the back of the restaurant and enjoyed a very good meal. Service was fantastic, and staff friendly and very helpful. We went back again after 2 days to spend another lovely evening enjoying a tasteful dinner in the company of our dog. P.S. the cheesecake was delicious!
Read more
Date of stay: July 2024Trip type: Travelled as a couple
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
I stayed in the Western Strands for the first time & eventhough I had been to the place a few times for drinks & for a meal, I had never stayed in their accommodation. I was pleasantly surprised at the room & how modern & well appointed the entire place was. I just had a single ensuite room which was recently renovated & everything was pristine & the bed was so comfortable. This was particularly appreciated since I had just completed a five hour drive. I was greeted by a pleasant young receptionist who gave me a key to room 6. The room was modern, comfortable & well appointed. There was a little bit of noise from the downstairs bar but that finished as soon as I was ready to retire to my room. I managed to get parking nearby & the bar does food untill 9.00. I was very impressed with everything & I was greeted briefly by the very helpful proprietor, Dave, who made sure everything was satisfactory. I will look forward to staying again at the Western Strands.
Read more
Date of stay: June 2022Trip type: Travelled solo
Room Tip:Parking is on street & can be busy at times & the street on which the hotel is situated is one way.
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
While visiting Belmullet last week our group of 7 booked a meal in the outside area of the Western Strand. The service was second to none with friendly and helpful staff, however the amazing food was the high point, we all had fabulous meals and would highly recommend a visit.... really well priced and delicious.... also give the pornstar cocktail a try..... delicious
Read more
Date of stay: August 2021
Cleanliness
Service
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Could not recommend this place enough. My 8 friends and I dined here last week, the food was top class and the extremely attentive, friendly service was second to none. Each one of us ordered a different dish, being a large group we expected a delay, but it was very fast and came out piping hot which is always a win for me. My friend could not praise the Turbot enough which apparently is a big seller on the menu. I had the porn star martini as a dessert as I couldn't fit anything else in, it was divine, very refreshing. If I could give this place 10/10 I would, the atmosphere, the food, the staff were just top notch. Social distancing and guidelines were all above board which was great to see. Thanks also to David the owner for providing us with some complimentary bubbly for the occasion, it was a lovely touch. We most definitely will be back!!!
Read more
Date of stay: August 2020Trip type: Travelled with friends
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
I've stayed in many hotels in my time and I'm in no doubt the customer service in the Western Strands is the best I've ever come across.
Special mention to Sheila, her and her staff always made sure we were looked after and wanted for nothing.
The location is a pleasant stroll to anywhere in the town and food is to die for.
I'd refuse to stay anywhere else in the town.
Looking forward to seeing the staff again next year. 10/10
Read more
Date of stay: August 2020Trip type: Travelled with friends
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
There are more places to choose from in the Belmullet area.
ALSO KNOWN AS
western strands belmullet
LOCATION
IrelandWestern IrelandProvince of ConnachtCounty MayoBelmullet
NUMBER OF ROOMS
10
Prices are provided by our partners, and reflect nightly room rates, including all taxes and fees known to our partners. Please see our partners for more details.
Is This Your Tripadvisor Listing?
Own or manage this property? Claim your listing for free to respond to reviews, update your profile and much more.
