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Inishowen Gateway Hotel

3.0 star property
Beachfront hotel in Buncrana with spa and restaurant

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Relax in our elegantly designed lobby, featuring a spacious seating area, well-lit bar, and large windows offering views of the surrounding area.
Family Room | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Hotel features a classic, symmetrical facade with a central entrance and large windows.
Experience the grandeur of our lobby, featuring a spacious area with a grand staircase, plush seating, and a marble-topped table.
Swimmers can enjoy the hotel's indoor pool surrounded by a geometric patterned floor and decorative columns.
By the sea, Inishowen Gateway Hotel offers a tranquil escape with an adjacent golf course and stunning ocean views from Peninsula Restaurant. Guests can unwind at Seagrass Spa, get active with fitness classes or take a dip in the indoor pool.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • On the beach
  • Restaurant and 2 bars/lounges
  • Full-service spa
  • Indoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Health club
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Self parking
  • Children's pool
  • Room service

Feel at home (6)

  • Children's pool
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
$139 nightly
The total price is $158
Aug 28 - Aug 29
Total includes taxes and fees

Room options

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Family Room | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
  • 291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Double or Twin Room | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double or Twin Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(38 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
Railway Road, Buncrana, Donegal

What's nearby

  • Vintage Car and Carriage Museum - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Buncrana Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Ned's Point Fort - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Buncrana Castle - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Rathmullan House - 57 min drive - 68.5 km

Getting around

  • Letterkenny (LTR-Letterkenny Airfield) - 35 min drive
  • Londonderry (LDY-City of Derry) - 38 min drive
  • Londonderry Station - 30 min drive

Restaurants

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

About this property

Inishowen Gateway Hotel

Inishowen Gateway Hotel is a great choice for your beach stay in Buncrana. The indoor pool is perfect for guests looking for a bit of fun, while those in the mood for pampering can visit the spa to indulge in hot stone massages, body wraps, and hydrotherapy. Peninsula Restaurant is open for breakfast and dinner and offers ocean views. Other highlights include 2 bars/lounges, a health club, and a fitness center.

Languages

English, Irish

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 80 rooms
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out available
DONE

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
DONE

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
DONE

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Onsite self parking (fees apply)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
DONE

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) on weekday mornings 7:30 AM–9:00 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • Restaurant
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Children's pool
  • Children's menu

What to do

  • On the beach
  • Fitness classes
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • Conference center

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Health club
  • Adjacent to a golf course
  • An indoor pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Banquet hall
  • Reception hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Special features

Spa

Seagrass Spa has couples treatment room(s). Services include hot stone massages, facials, body wraps, and body scrubs. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including hydrotherapy.

Dining

Peninsula Restaurant - Overlooking the ocean and golf course, this restaurant serves breakfast and dinner.
Loughview Bar - This bar serves lunch and dinner. A children's menu is available. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 14.95 per person
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of EUR 20 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in between noon and 2:00 PM can be arranged for an extra charge of EUR 20

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between December 24 and December 25.

Parking

  • Self parking is available for an extra charge

Policies

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Mobile payment options include: Apple Pay.
Cashless transactions are available.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

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

Is Inishowen Gateway Hotel currently open?

The property is closed between December 24 and December 25.

Does Inishowen Gateway Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Inishowen Gateway 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.

Is there a pool at Inishowen Gateway Hotel?

Yes, there's an indoor pool and a children's pool.

Are pets allowed at Inishowen Gateway Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Inishowen Gateway Hotel?

Yes, there's self parking on site (charges apply).

What are the check-in and check-out times at Inishowen Gateway Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. There's a charge of EUR 20 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is noon. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at Inishowen Gateway Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Star Amusements (15-min walk) is nearby.

What is there to do at Inishowen Gateway Hotel and nearby?

Have fun with activities like fishing, hiking, and horseback riding, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation onsite includes fitness classes. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in the indoor pool. Inishowen Gateway Hotel also has 2 bars, a sauna, and a steam room, as well as a picnic area and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Inishowen Gateway Hotel?

Yes, Peninsula Restaurant offers golf course views.

What's the area around Inishowen Gateway Hotel like?

Inishowen Gateway Hotel is a short 12-minute walk from Vintage Car and Carriage Museum and 10 minutes' walk from Buncrana Beach.

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Inishowen Gateway Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Room
Food
Breakfast
Restaurant
View
Children
Beach
Location
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What guests liked

  • The pool was a big hit with guests, described as great, amazing, and exceptional, and perfect for families. (9 reviews)
  • The property is located near the beach with great views, walks, and swimming pool nearby. (5 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Brilliant hotel lovely staff and great food very clean
Annette, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This is an amazing hotel . There is ample parking . The food was exceptional.
Mario, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel for total relaxation.
Jeanette, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good experience as usual friendly staff
Sharon, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Friendly staff,Good food & well positioned for walking to town or travelling further
john, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Would recommend
TREVOR, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Just one night stay lovely hotel definitely be back
Ian, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Hotel was amazing. Perfect choice for us and our young child. Pool area was exceptional and clean. Staff were lovely and nothing was an issue.
Connor, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

There is no fault to be found with this hotel
Jeanette, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great service. Staff were superb. Nothing was too much trouble during our very welcimg and relaxed stay
James, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great visit to Balyliffen Lodge
Rosemary, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Not quite on main road
Ann, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I Love this Hotel.Having stayed in quite a few Donegal Hotels lnishowen Gateway comes out tops .only fault is barfood menu lacks variety.
Jeanette, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel.

Wonderful hotel, great atmosphere, fantastic food, what can I say around a top place to stay.
Colette, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely relaxing hotel

Lovely clean hotel, friendly staff, food delicious. Hotel set in idyllic surroundings for relaxing beach walks with plenty of coffee outlets en route. The only thing that lets this hotel down is the very poor WiFi
Jacqueline, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff were very friendly and made the stay very pleasant. Food and service was excellent.
Rodney, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice spot in Buncrana

Thanks very much, just a quick one night stay, but the girls at reception were great, got me a sea view, and then the night team were great, got me a breakfast at 6am too. Bar staff great, nice food in bar, and the pool is a really nice pool too. A good location and a nice put next door, the drift inn.
Jason, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Proximity to Buncrana
James, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Superb Staff.Friendly and so helpful.
Jeanette, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Buncrana and Gateway to Malin head

Fantastic wee hotel. Great value, great facilities and amenities. The breakfast was first class. Brilliant find. Will be back.
Brendan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff very friendly and couldn't do enough to help.
Michael, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff were very friendly and accommodating .
Graham, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

2 days away.

2 day break in a very nice hotel with my wife. Room was very good with a view over loch swilly. Staff excellent as was the food. 2nd visit here and will return.
Stephen, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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
Sheila, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

very good. good food very handy to town center staff where very good and very helpfull will be back again
Kevin, 3-night trip