Forest Hill is a beautifully purpose-built Guest House which allows guests to holiday in a relaxing atmosphere. Quiet and peaceful, Forest Hill is the place to “get away from it all”, situated within only a two minute walk from the lovely lake of  Lough Corrib andonly 2 miles from the historic village of Oughterard. It is also agreat base from which to explore the famous Connemara area withits stony mountains, turf bogs and numerous lakes. Kylemore Abbey and the renowned scenic Sky Road are only a short drive away.

If your interests lay in outdoor pursuits…

Park your car in our private car park and set off on the many breathtaking walks surrounding Forest Hill. Others may chose to take a drive through the mountains and explore the little towns nestled among them, such as Clifden. Others still may want to shop ’til they drop! Oughterard has a nice selection of craft shops as well as Galway City being only 17 miles from Oughterard, it is the ideal place to pick up European fashions and Irish souvenirs alike.

In the evenings you may chose to enjoy a home cooked meal in our candle-lit dining room or go into Oughterard to listen to traditional Irish music while dining in one of the many fine restaurants. There is also a lively night life in its more than 10 pubs!