Leenane Hotel
Leenane Leenane, County Galway, Western Ireland, Ireland
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TravelPod Member ReviewsLeenane Hotel
“Great Spot.”
heatheravan 60 contributions
Coral Bay, Australia
Jul 25, 2011
Lovely hotel, nice views, excellent breakfast, ensuite, no WIFI in room but downstairs.
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