Connemarathon 2014
DATE: tbc
Maam Cross, Co Galway
Not long until April 1st!
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Seriously-this has to rank as one of my top marathons(and i have done a few). Thanks for a superb and memorable day. I'll be back next year.
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The race itself was great and thank god for the weather, thanks to ray and the organisation team too. I really enjoyed it and will be back next year. The soup after the race was lovely. It was like a meal in itself.
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Thanks for a great day on Sunday, really enjoyable and very well organized. Overall the organisers did one hell of a job in organising this great event and as far as I'm concerned it was a fantastic day and I'll definitely be back.
Accommodation 2013
Where is the best to stay for the Elverys Sports Connemarathon?
ULTRA RACE Participants - The Ultra Marathon starts from Maam Cross at 9am so we are urging you to book into Peacockes Hotel or one of the local B&B's in the area. There is a limited number of rooms in Peacockes so please book early at www.peacockes.ie.
Full and Half Marathon Participants - All other participants are advised to stay in locations that are easily accessed by the bus transfers as there will be no parking at the race starts. The only way to get to the race is via the participant buses which will run from Galway City, Oughterard and Clifden.
Recommended accommodation partners for the Elverys Sports Connemarathon 2013 are:
Peacockes Hotel, Maam Cross Connemara
As the hotel is closed for the winter, all enquiries should be directed to info@peacockes.ie
SPONSOR HOTEL
The Clifden Station House Hotel Clifden
Clifden Station House is a GREAT base for the Connemarathon:. Registration is available at the Hotel on Saturday from 5.30pm - 7.30pm (prearranged with Connemarathon Organisers)
All Buses depart and drop off directly at the Hotel.
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The Clifden Station House is delighted to offer participants:
*2 NIGHT PACKAGE:
- 2 nights Bed & breakfast plus 1 evening meal for €169 euro per person sharing. Your Evening Meal can be used on Saturday Nights Pasta Party or Sundays Celebration Night.
- Bed & Breakfast rate is €80 euro per person sharing per night.
*PASTA PARTY:
- Saturday 6th April - On Saturday, a delicious Pasta Menu will be served in the Station House Restaurant, with a selection of Salads, Pasta dishes (vegetarian option available) and Desserts for only €20 per person. Non-residents are very welcome - please call us and reserve your tickets now!
*CELEBRATION NIGHT - Sunday 7th April:
On Sunday, celebrate the compleletion of the Connemarathon with a celebration dinner at the Clifden Station House hotel in Connemara. Non-residents are very welcome - please call us and reserve your tickets now!
www.clifdenstationhouse.com
SPONSOR HOTEL
Lough Inagh Lodge Hotel * * * *
Inagh Valley ~ Recess ~ Connemara
Stay in the Heart of Connemara & enjoy the old world charm of Lough Inagh Lodge. Just one mile from the start line of the Full Marathon.
Telephone: 00 353 95 34706
www.loughinaghlodgehotel.ie
email: Inagh@iol.ie
Pillo Hotel Galway
www.pillohotelgalway.com
Pillo Hotel ( formerly courtyard by Marriott ) is offering all our Connemara Marathon participants complimentary parking, free wi –fi throughout the Hotel, and access to Hotel Gym and Thermal Suite. Pillo Hotel will be featuring a comprehensive selection of suitable Marathon dining options on our daily specials and dinner menus.
For further information please see www.pillohotelgalway.com
Galway Bay Hotel
Salthill, Galway
+353 (0)91 520520
www.galwaybayhotel.com
info@galwaybayhotel.com
The 4 Star Galway Bay Hotel …is beautifully situated on the promenade in Salthill overlooking the Clare Hills and the Atlantic Ocean. Enjoy fine dining, great food and great ‘craic agus ceoil’ in this award winning ‘Best 4 Star Hotel’. A Shoppers paradise awaits you just 5 minutes from the hotel, along with great eateries, comedy clubs and a superb nightlife…something for everyone.
- see website for the best rates.
LEENANE VILLAGE
If you are intersted in staying at the start line of the Half Marathon there are plenty of options still available. Buses will return to Leenane from the finish area after 4pm.
www.theconvent.ie
www.leenanevillage.com
Another good option on the course near Leenane is www.killaryadventure.com
Nonaim Lodge
Shanawagh, Glann Road, Oughterard, Co. Galway.
+353 (0) 85 7364830
info@fishingcorrib.com
www.nonaimcorrib.com
Ireland 4 Star I.T.B. Approved Accommodation
. Shannawagh, Glann Road, Oughterard,
Ideal location prior to and post marathon. Quiet and secluded, scenic lakeshore location amid idyllic scenery of mountain, lake and woodland.
Large spacious en-suite rooms with lake views, Twin, Double, Triple and Family (4 people) rooms available.
- B&B Twin/Double Room (Twin Share) €36 per person
- B&B Triple Room (3 People Sharing) €33 per person
- B&B B&B Family Room (4 People Sharing) €29 per person
- Carb Loading Evening Meal 25 Euro per person
The Western Way B & B
westernwaybb@hotmail.com
www.westernwaybb.com
+353 (0)91 552475
Camp Street, Oughterard, Co. Galway.
The Western Way Bed and Breakfast accommodation is an old style residence situated in the town of Oughterard Connemara, Co Galway. We are centrally located & only a short walk to pubs,restaurants & the main car-park (the coach departure point for the Connemara Marathon).
- Double / Twin Room = €70 per night ( B & B)
- Triple Room (Double + Single) = €90 per night ( B & B)
The Western Hotel
info@thewestern.ie
www.thewestern.ie
+353 (0) 91 562834
33 Prospect Hill, Eyre Square, Galway, Co. Galway
Located in the heart of Galway City Centre, the three star Western Hotel hosts en-suite bedrooms, luxurious hotel suites and self-catering CityPoint apartments, a relaxing restaurant and a lively bar.
- 5th+6th of April 2013 2BB €120 pps
- 6th+7th of April 2013 2BB €102 pps
*Minimum 2 Night Stay applies
Leenane Hotel
info@leenanehotel.com
www.leenanehotel.com
+353 (0)95 42249
Leenane Hotel, Leenane, Co. Galway
Newly refurbished to the highest standards and overlooking Killary Harbour - Irelands only fjord, Leenane Hotel in Connemara boasts the most spectacular views in Ireland. With a great name for food and location second to none, early booking is essential.
- Single €49 B&B
- Double/twin €98 B&B for two
Kinlay Hostel
info@kinlaygalway.ie
www.kinlaygalway.ie
+353 (0)91 565244
Eyre Square, Galway, Co. Galway
We are located in the heart of Galway City on the corner of Eyre Square. As Ireland's highest rated hostel you can be sure we know how to look after your needs! Last year we hosted over 80 participants of Connemarathon and we have all their times recorded to display this year!
- Dorm beds from €20 per person & private rooms from €29 per person.
Dan O' Hara Farmhouse B&B
danohara@eircom.net
www.connemaraheritage.com
Lettershea, Clifden, Co. Galway
4* B&B - Comfortable Beds, Power Showers, Free Wifi. Early Breakfasts & Late Checkout for Marathon Participants. 5 miles from Half Marathon bus pickup in Clifden. Special rates for Connemarathon participants
- 1 night Double/Twin €38 per person sharing Single €45
- 2 nights Double/Twin €70 per person sharing Single €85
- 3 nights Double/Twin €100 per person sharing Single €120
Harbour Hotel
stay@harbour.ie
www.harbour.ie
+353 (0) 91 894800
New Dock Rd, Galway City, Co. Galway
Stay in the heart of Galway, just a 3 minute walk to Eyre Square. Onsite parking, free Wi-Fi and early breakfast provided. Quiet waterfront location, super comfy beds with pillow topped mattress and fluffy duvets.
- Two Night Packages, including Bed & Breakfast, Dinner on a Night of you choice from €149 per person sharing.
Overnight B&B rates:
- Friday 5th April - €109 B&B, per room (Double or Single Occupancy)
- Saturday 6th April - €159 B&B, per room (Double or Single Occupancy)
- Sunday 7th April - €89 B&B, per room. (Double or Single Occupancy)
Ross Lake House Hotel
rosslake@iol.ie
www.rosslakehotel.com
+353 (0)91 550109
Rosscahill, Oughterard, Co. Galway
Ross Lake House Hotel is situated 22km from Galway City and 20km from Maam Cross on route N59 main Galway/Clifned road. It is a Georgian Country house surrounded by mature woodland and has 13 bedrooms.
- Euro 60 Bed & Breakfast per person sharing.
- Single room Euro 80 Bed & Breakfast.
The Anglers Return
info@anglersreturn.com
www.anglersreturn.com
095 31091
The Anglers Return, Toombeola, Roundstone, Co. Galway
The Anglers Return, surrounded by a beautiful woodland garden, lies at the foot of Derradda Hill, overlooking the Ballynahinch River. This peaceful charming 19th century guesthouse, 7km from Roundstone village, is highly recommended
- From 49eu per person per night, including full breakfast
Ivy Rock House
ivyrockhouse@eircom.net
www.ivyrockhouse.com
+353 95 35872
Letterdyfe, Roundstone. Connemara, Co. Galway
Ivy Rock House Bed and Breakfast accommodation Roundstone Galway has a panoramic setting overlooking the sea with a view of the Twelve Bens mountains and just 2 km from the picturesque village of Roundstone and 20 minutes from Clifden, Ivy Rock House B&B Roundstone is the ideal location to enjoy the holiday of your dreams.
- 1 Night B&B Double En-suite €30 pps
- 1 Night B&B Twin En-suite €30 pps
- 1 Nights B&B Single En-suite €50
Carna Bay Hotel
carnabay@iol.ie
www.carnabay.com
+353 (0)95 32255
Carna Bay Hotel, Carna, Connemara, Co. Galway
Carna Bay Hotel 3 star family owned hotel on the west coast of Connemara, ideally situated for runners 30mins from Clifden(pick up) and 30mins from Finish. Early B'fast and Pasta Dinners available! 2 B&B & 1 Dinner @ €95 per person
- 1 B&B & 1 Dinner @ €59 per person
- 1 B&B @ €39 per person.
- No Single Room Supplement
Clifden Town Centre Rentals
Find on Facebook: Clifden Town Centre Rentals
+353 (0)87 2322451
Located in the centre of Clifden, these 3 & 4 bedroomed houses are the perfect base to explore Connemara. They can be leased for a long or short term lease with all linens supplied & all mod cons. Their location in the centre of Clifden is ideal for all the family to explore Connemara by day & enjoy Clifden's restaurants & entertainment by night.
Find on Facebook: "Clifden Town Centre Rentals"
Special rate for Connemarathon, Fri/Sat/Sun:
- 3 bedroomed house, sleeps 6: €300
- 4 bedroomed house, sleeps 8; €400
Portfinn Lodge
info@portfinn.com
www.portfinn.com
+353 (0)9542265
Portfinn Lodge, Clifden Road, Leenane, Co. Galway
Situated in the picturesque village of Leenaun, the Portfinn Lodge Guesthouse and Fjord Restaurant offers views of the Maumturks Mountains. The house is on the southern shore of Killary Fjord, in the heart of Connemara.
The Portfinn Lodge is set in landscaped gardens with free Wi-Fi in the relaxing guest lounge. The en-suite rooms boast views of the sea or mountains
- €35.00 per person sharing per night B+B
- €15.00 single supplement
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