Overlooking the ocean, Arnolds Hotel offers a tranquil retreat near Dunfanaghy Golf Club. Explore the nearby Killahoey Beach or enjoy cycling and horseback riding on site. With a cozy firepit, garden views from Seascapes restaurant, and helpful staff on hand.
Reviews
9.29.2 out of 10
Wonderful
Popular amenities
Bar
24/7 front desk
Laundry facilities
Non-smoking
Free WiFi
Main amenities (12)
Daily housekeeping
Near the beach
Restaurant and bar/lounge
Breakfast available
Room service
24-hour front desk
Garden
Self-serve laundry
Wedding services
Luggage storage
Horse riding/rentals
Bike rental
For families (6)
Private bathroom
Television
Garden
Daily housekeeping
Laundry facilities
Coffee/tea maker
$193 nightly
The total price is $220
$220 total
Aug 14 - Aug 15
Total includes taxes and fees
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Standard Twin Room
9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
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Highlights
Individually decorated
Heating
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Cribs/infant beds
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Toaster
Sleeps 3
2 Twin Beds
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Standard Double Room - Above the bar
9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
14 reviews
(14 reviews)
Highlights
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Toaster
Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed
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Letterkenny (LTR-Letterkenny Airfield) - 34 min drive
Belfast International Airport (BFS) - 136 min drive
Restaurants
The Harbour Bar - 24 min drive
The Shack - 9 min drive
Coffee Go Leor - 10 min drive
Patsy Dan's - 2 min walk
Rose's Bar - 9 min drive
About this property
Arnolds Hotel
Situated on the bay, Arnolds Hotel is a great choice for a stay in Dunfanaghy. For a bite to eat, guests can check out Seascapes, which serves dinner and offers ocean views. Other features include a bar/lounge and a garden. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.
Languages
English
At a glance
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Hotel size
30 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the 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 and wired internet access in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
No onsite parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:30 AM–10 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Room service (limited hours)
Traveling with children
Toys
Children's books
What to do
Horse riding/rentals
Beach access
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horse riding nearby
Kayaking nearby
Surfing/body boarding nearby
Services
24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Bicycle rentals
Facilities
Garden
Firepit
Outdoor furniture
Accessibility
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Room amenities
Be entertained
28-inch flat-screen TV
Digital TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Individually decorated
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Shampoo
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Phone
Food and drink
Toaster
Children's dinnerware
Dining table
Highchair
More
Daily housekeeping
Special features
Dining
Seascapes - Overlooking the ocean, this restaurant serves dinner only.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 10 per person
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.
This property accepts major credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
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
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Frequently asked questions
Does Arnolds Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Arnolds 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 Arnolds Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Arnolds Hotel?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Arnolds Hotel.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Arnolds Hotel?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM. Check-out time is 11 AM.
What is there to do at Arnolds Hotel and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as horseback riding. Arnolds Hotel also has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Arnolds Hotel?
Yes, Seascapes offers ocean views.
What's the area around Arnolds Hotel like?
Arnolds Hotel is a short 8-minute walk from Dunfanaghy Workhouse and 7 minutes' walk from Dunfanaghy Golf Club.
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Arnolds Hotel Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
9.6/10
Staff & service
8.8/10
Amenities
8.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
Service staff
Breakfast
Food
Room
Location
View
Sea
Family friendly
Beach
Bed
What guests liked
Breakfast was a highlight with a varied menu, delicious food, and excellent service. (18 reviews)
The restaurant offered a varied menu with good service and high-quality food, including delicious breakfast options. (5 reviews)
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Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Jun 27, 2025
Great staff and excellent dinner and breakfast at the onsite restaurant!
Thomas
Thomas, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
Jul 24, 2025
Great staff and nice location.
Jeri
Jeri, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
May 22, 2025
Excellent hotel staff are lovely great breakfast comfy bed and excellent location
Can’t wait to return
Deirdre
Deirdre, 2-night trip
8/10 Good
Jul 24, 2025
Amazing staff, very kind and attentive.
Jeffrey
Jeffrey, 3-night trip
8/10 Good
Jun 7, 2025
A very nice little hotel in a nice town. Food was very good - both dinner and breakfast.
Neil
Neil, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
May 11, 2025
Convenient to all pubs and restaurants in the village
The ONLY hotel in the village
Robert
Robert, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Mar 17, 2025
Lovely stay again. Great staff and food. Lovely staff and relaxing break
Sinead
Sinead, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Nov 22, 2024
Lovely staff and cosy room. Will definitely stay again!
Sinead
Sinead, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Apr 21, 2025
Lovely atmosphere in the hotel and the staff allowed you to feel very at home, customer service outstanding and we would definitely stay again. Thank you Arnold’s 😊
JANE
JANE, 2-night trip
4/10 Poor
Feb 5, 2025
We had a wonderful stay, the hotel is very central, the Sunday roast was superb. Staff were great, overall a perfect night qway.
Desmond
Desmond, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Sep 12, 2024
A relaxing stay
Friendly staff, quiet room, good bed and a bathtub: A relaxing stay
Egil
Egil, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
May 23, 2024
Very friendly staff and quiet room with a really comfortable bed
Pauline
Pauline, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 14, 2024
A great stay
We stayed for one night. The staff were very friendly, very comfortable bed and nicely decorated room. Would stay again
Laura
Laura, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 22, 2024
Very friendly atmosphere, staff very attentive & helpful. Great location for interesting walks & variety of beaches
Nelson
Nelson, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Oct 29, 2024
Beautiful stay at Arnold’s, was thankful they were able to extend our stay. Staff were amazing and friendly. Lovely scenery and walkable throughout the town. Can’t wait to return!
Kathleen
Kathleen, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Nov 10, 2024
Friendly hotel. Staff very helpful. Food very good
Nuala
Nuala, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Mar 18, 2024
Delicious food also great Breakfast choice staff friendly room beautiful newly decorated Tops marks Busy place highly recommend
Teresa
Teresa, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Sep 7, 2022
Great stay
Had a lovely weekend at Arnolds. Comfortable room, great food and fantastic staff.
ALAN
ALAN, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Oct 17, 2022
Cosy hotel, friendly, accomodating.
Fiona
Fiona, 2-night trip
8/10 Good
May 24, 2024
Staff was very helpful
Jay
Jay, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
Jun 23, 2023
Satisfactory stay. Very good breakfast with good variety.
Gerard
Gerard, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Nov 16, 2022
The same as every other time i have stayed here , excellent as usual
Martin
Martin, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jan 7, 2023
Very much a family run hotel, very cosy, homely and very welcoming.
Highly recommend
Carol
Carol, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Apr 29, 2023
Friendly, clean and comfortable. Very good breakfast
Barbara
Barbara, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Sep 2, 2023
Friendly and helpful staff. Good size bedroom. Good choice of dining options. Great breakfast.