Inishowen Gateway Hotel

3.0 star property
Beachfront hotel with relaxing spa services
your current months are November, 2024 and December, 2024.
November 2024
December 2024

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2 bars/lounges
Indoor pool
Exterior
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Daily full breakfast (EUR 12.95 per person)

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Spa
    Spa
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Gym
    Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Pool
    Pool
The price is NZ$191
Price available on 13/11/2024
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Room options

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Family Room

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Map
Railway Road, Buncrana, Donegal

What's nearby

  • Buncrana Beach - 10 min walk
  • Vintage Car and Carriage Museum - 12 min walk
  • Buncrana Castle - 3 min drive
  • Ned's Point Fort - 3 min drive
  • Rathmullan House - 55 min drive

Getting around

  • Londonderry Station - 30 min drive
  • Londonderry (LDY-City of Derry) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Leo's Cafe & takeaway - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Tank & Skinny's Seaside - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Drift Inn - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Cottage Bar - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Oscars - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Inishowen Gateway Hotel

Family-friendly hotel by the sea
Consider a stay at Inishowen Gateway Hotel and take advantage of an adjacent golf course, a terrace and a garden. Get out on the links at this hotel and enjoy amenities such as a restaurant with golf course views. Treat yourself to hydrotherapy, a hot stone massage or a body treatment at Seagrass Spa, the on-site spa. The on-site restaurant, Peninsula Restaurant, offers breakfast, dinner and ocean views. Fitness classes are offered at the health club; the property also has a playground, dry cleaning/laundry services and 2 bars. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a business centre and a steam room.
Additional perks include:
  • An indoor pool and a children's pool
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), self-parking (surcharge) and supervised childcare (surcharge)
  • A banquet hall, a vending machine and a reception hall
  • A lift, a front desk safe and a 24-hour front desk
Room features
All 80 rooms include amenities such as free WiFi.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • Electric kettles, heating and daily housekeeping

Languages

English, Irish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site (surcharge)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Weekday full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: EUR 12.95 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Loughview Bar
  • Peninsula Restaurant

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's club (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Indoor pool
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference centre

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Manicures/pedicures

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: EUR 10
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 24 December and 25 December.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately EUR 12.95 per person
  • Early check-in fee: EUR 10 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit

We should mention

Reservations are required for golf tee times; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

National rating

Rating provided by Fáilte Ireland, the National Tourism Development Authority of Ireland, source of official star ratings for accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

Does Inishowen Gateway Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and a children's pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Inishowen Gateway Hotel?

As of 2 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Inishowen Gateway Hotel on 13 Nov 2024 start from NZ$191.19, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Inishowen Gateway Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Inishowen Gateway Hotel?

Self-parking is available for a fee.

What time is check-in at Inishowen Gateway Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Early check-in is available for a fee of EUR 10 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Inishowen Gateway Hotel?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is Inishowen Gateway Hotel located?

Located in Buncrana, this beachfront hotel is next to a golf course and within a 15-minute walk of Buncrana Golf Club, Buncrana Beach and Vintage Car and Carriage Museum. Star Amusements and Ned's Point Fort are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Inishowen Gateway Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 127 out of 205 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 59 out of 205 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 205 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 205 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 205 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Nicola

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great pool, quite warm too! Lovely view from the room & the bar. Food was nice, service was slow though. Doesn't have room service, despite saying it does - I was told I could order in the bar & carry it up myself but I have a walking stick so not sure how I was meant to balance it. Also if my son was well enough to sit in the bar while they ordered & cooked his food,then we may as well just eat there (he wasn't well enough) Worst though was the lack of sleep due to the pillows - all 3 days I woke with the worst pain in my neck, despite trying to sleep in every position & try every pillow! Haven't had this issue in other hotels.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

john

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff,Good food & well positioned for walking to town or travelling further
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel for total relaxation.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I Love this Hotel.Having stayed in quite a few Donegal Hotels lnishowen Gateway comes out tops .only fault is barfood menu lacks variety.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
First time staying here and loved it would book again the staff where friendly and kind .
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Proximity to Buncrana
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great visit to Balyliffen Lodge
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheila

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We liked the peace and quiet the food was great and the staff were very pleasant .The bonus was the Tv it had it all Netflix.prime .and great channels for children
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
very good. good food very handy to town center staff where very good and very helpfull will be back again
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Holly

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Needs a revamp. Pool wasn’t open when we were there. Food was ok, but basic. Service was lacking. Good / pleasant stay for what was needed
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Briege

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Could not recommend this hotel enough, we were here for 2 nights with a 4 year old. The family room was spacious and clean, staff were very friendly. The pool was a big hit for us, great location. The beach and everything was within walking distance. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gill

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pleasantly surprised by how quiet this hotel was (no night-time hum from heating/air-con). Very clean rooms, a spacious gym (for a hotel), and a nice pool. Breakfast diverse, but the hotel might consider indicating allergens on its menus, and ensuring a wider range of choices for vegan/vegetarians and other special diets.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynne

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed everything from the food to the accommodation. Staff were very welcoming and nothing was too much trouble. Will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gellaine Louisse

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our stay was super worth it. Our room has the golf course, sea and sunset view!!! Room was clean and comfy and buffet breakfast was good! We’re gonna bring our family next time so they can experience what we had! Thank you again!!!
View from our room. 🥰
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Belinda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very friendly and couldn't do enough to help.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Poraic

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very friendly and inviting. The area is peaceful and relaxing.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean, good food. Great location. Friendly staff.
Lovely hotel, is a bit dated but is clean and has everything you need. Although a bath in the family room would've been handy instead of just a shower. Good swimming pool and friendly staff. Food fresh and drinks were good. Think it was Jennifer who checked us in and she was a Godsend, a credit to the hotel. She was friendly, professional and very accommodating to our family. Good location to beach and amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gerard, STRABANE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Mrs Colette A

Liked: Cleanliness
OK Hotel
Overall, hotel a bit tired. Room fine and goid walk in shower. Reception staff and some others, notably Patsy, very good. However, some younger waiting staff in bar and restaurant sorely in needvof training on the job and customer service.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024