Nestled in the mountains, Sandhouse Hotel offers a tranquil retreat. Unwind with a rejuvenating spa treatment, bask in the serenity of the garden or enjoy a delicious meal at one of two on-site restaurants. With free WiFi and self parking your stay is sure to be relaxing.
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9.09.0 out of 10
Wonderful
Popular amenities
Bar
Connecting rooms available
Spa
Laundry facilities
Free parking
Free WiFi
Main amenities (12)
Daily housekeeping
On the beach
2 restaurants and bar/lounge
Full-service spa
Breakfast available
Outdoor tennis court
Garden
Self-serve laundry
Meeting room
Free newspapers in the lobby
Luggage storage
Tour/ticket assistance
Feel at home (6)
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Television
Garden
Daily housekeeping
Laundry facilities
Elevator
$227 nightly
The total price is $257
$257 total
Jul 29 - Jul 30
Total includes taxes and fees
Why we love this property
Sun-kissed shoreline
Steps from the ocean, this hotel welcomes beach lovers. The shoreline setting ensures easy access to soothing waves and sandy explorations.
Spa serenity
A full-service spa offers daily treatments including massages, facials, and body scrubs. Mountain views and a peaceful garden create a serene retreat.
Culinary delights
This hotel tempts tastebuds with 2 restaurants and a stylish bar. Full breakfast starts each day with satisfying culinary options.
Room options
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Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed, Sea View
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Highlights
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Rollaway/extra beds
Cribs/infant beds
Hair dryer
Daily housekeeping
Sea view
Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed
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Standard Double Room
Highlights
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Rollaway/extra beds
Cribs/infant beds
Hair dryer
Daily housekeeping
Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed
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Standard Twin Room
8.08.0 out of 10
Very good
2 reviews
(2 reviews)
Highlights
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Rollaway/extra beds
Cribs/infant beds
Hair dryer
Daily housekeeping
Sleeps 3
2 Twin Beds
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Single Room, 1 Twin Bed
Highlights
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Rollaway/extra beds
Cribs/infant beds
Hair dryer
Daily housekeeping
Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bed
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Room (Double +Single Bedded 3 pax)
Highlights
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Rollaway/extra beds
Cribs/infant beds
Hair dryer
Daily housekeeping
Sea view
Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
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Superior Twin Room, Sea View
Highlights
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hair dryer
Daily housekeeping
Sea view
Sleeps 2
2 Twin Beds
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When visiting Rossnowlagh, Sandhouse Hotel is a great choice to consider. You can visit the spa to be pampered with massages, facials, or mani/pedis, and Seashell Restaurant, one of 2 restaurants, serves dinner. Other highlights include a bar/lounge, an outdoor tennis court, and a garden.
Languages
English
At a glance
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Hotel size
55 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Property amenities
Food and drink
Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:30 AM–10 AM
2 restaurants
Bar/lounge
What to do
On the beach
Tennis
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Fishing nearby
Working away
Meeting room
Services
Tour/ticket assistance
Laundry facilities
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Facilities
Garden
Full-service spa
Outdoor tennis court
Local culture & ecosystem education
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Elevator
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Home comfort
Heating
What to enjoy
Individually decorated
Freshen up
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
More
Daily housekeeping
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Energy-saving switches
LED light bulbs
Recycling
Special features
Spa
Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include facials, body scrubs, body treatments, and manicures and pedicures. The spa is open daily.
Dining
Seashell Restaurant - This restaurant serves dinner only.
Glassroom Restaurant - This restaurant serves dinner only.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 16 per person
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property accepts major credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
National rating
Rating provided by Fáilte Ireland, the National Tourism Development Authority of Ireland, source of official star ratings for accommodation.
Also known as
Sandhouse Hotel Hotel
Sandhouse Hotel
Sandhouse Hotel Rossnowlagh
Sandhouse Rossnowlagh
Sandhouse Hotel County Donegal, Ireland - Rossnowlagh
Sandhouse Hotel Rossnowlagh
Sandhouse Hotel Hotel Rossnowlagh
Frequently asked questions
Does Sandhouse Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Sandhouse Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Sandhouse Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Sandhouse Hotel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Sandhouse Hotel?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Sandhouse Hotel and nearby?
Practice your swing on the tennis courts. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and make the most of other amenities like a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Sandhouse Hotel?
Yes, there are 2 onsite restaurants.
What's the area around Sandhouse Hotel like?
Sandhouse Hotel is a short 1-minute walk from Rossnowlagh Beach and 6 minutes' walk from Franciscan Friary.
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Sandhouse Hotel Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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9.2/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
9.2/10
Amenities
8.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.0/10
Eco-friendliness
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What guests liked
The property's beach location offered stunning views, convenient access, and relaxing experiences for guests. (7 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 21, 2025
Comfortable and cosy.
Very good beach hotel suitable for all age groups.Comfortable and cosy.Really nice breakfastand fine dinners.
John
John, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 26, 2024
Loved this hotel.
Cathy
Cathy, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 12, 2025
Very good
Robert G
Robert G, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 15, 2024
The views across the Atlantic from bedrooms are stunning …excellent food and service !!
Thomas
Thomas, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 20, 2023
I really enjoyed the stay.
Kendrick
Kendrick, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 6, 2024
Loved being right on the beach and listening to the waves all night. The food was great and the staff was wonderful.
Janet
Janet, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 14, 2024
The view from Sand House is wonderful and we were impressed with the meals.
Nancy
Nancy, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 21, 2024
Lovely location
Colleen
Colleen, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 22, 2024
Amazing beachfront hotel, clean inside and out. Great food. Beautiful place!
George
George, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 30, 2024
Lovely view out over beach.
Bernard
Bernard, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 31, 2024
Great for solo travels
Food was fabulous as was the service. Beds very comfy. Room decor a bit dated but overall an enjoyable stay.
Laura
Laura, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 3, 2024
Really Nice Stay
We had a really nice stay. Breakfasts and dinners were great. We loved walking on the beach and the beautiful views from our room and the restaurant. Our room was very clean and quiet and parking was easy, what more could we ask for?
William
William, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 3, 2024
The view from our room was absolutely beautiful looking straight onto the beech. Enjoyed relaxing on the sun veranda on the second floor.
Meals were first class and staff were so friendly.
Really enjoyed our few days there.
Eileen
Eileen, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 15, 2024
Unbelievable views of the Atlantic Ocean and convenient access to the beach from this hotel and the restaurant was delicious. I can’t recommend it highly enough!
Jeff
Jeff, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 18, 2024
Charming and very helpful concierge.
Wonderful vintage establishment.
Ned
Ned, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 14, 2022
The hotel was beautiful and the staff were lovely. Only sorry we weren’t able to stay longer.
Andrew
Andrew, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 13, 2024
Lovely
gianluca
gianluca, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 21, 2022
Spacious room with great view old style elegance if a bit dated. Seating area wonderful
Susan
Susan, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 5, 2023
The location is perfect, good restaurant & bar, however the bedroom, bathrooms & towels need a major upgrade
Sadaf
Sadaf, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Feb 16, 2025
Rossnowlagh stay
I booked a double room and for some reason was booked as a single traveller
Hotel didn’t change our room and bed was quite small and not the most comfortable
After a bit of debate with hotel reception we were not charged any extra but were disappointed with uncomfortable bed
Had to show proof of purchase of what I had actually paid for room and was slightly embarrassed
We love rossnowlagh and have stayed in this hotel on quite a few occasions .food and overall trip was enjoyable but booking experience leaves a lot to be desired
Conor
Conor, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 18, 2024
Amazing service excellent food cleanliness exceptional and I am so fussy
Katherine in the restaurant nothing too much trouble but all the girls fab
Karla in the spa again it’s all exceptional service professionalism ensuring your spa experience leaves you relaxed and revived exceptional cleanliness again
Trust me visit you won’t be disappointed it’s an 11/ 10
Patricia
Patricia, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 14, 2024
The room is huge with a fantastic view of the ocean.
Most pleasing to look at.Staff friendly and receptionist too.Food great just found it too rushed with the servings.Would definitely recommend Hotel to implement room service…..Otherwise great value for money
luke
luke, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 1, 2022
This is a BEAUTIFUL older property in a spectacular location! The room was beautiful, filled with antique furniture and a canopy bed! The staff were all friendly and warm, like they've known you forever. We will definitely be back....HIGHLY RECOMMEND
Michael
6/10 Good
Sep 17, 2024
We stayed in the Sandhouse many years ago and throughly enjoyed our stay in a luxury 4 star experience. This time it was as if the place had stayed still in time in every sense it is tired it is grubby and has lost its panache. On a positive the breakfast was first class and all the staff were lovely. So whilst I would not say it was a disaster the 4 star pricing was not reflective of the hotel standard.