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Inishowen Gateway Hotel

3.0 star property
Beachfront hotel in Buncrana with spa and restaurant

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2 bars/lounges
Aerial view
Fitness facility
2 bars/lounges
Sports facility
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
  • Gym
  • Bar
  • 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
$106 nightly
The total price is $121
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Total with taxes and fees

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Family Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Double or Twin Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double or Twin Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(42 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Electric kettle
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

  • ‪The Harbour Inn - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Coffee Cup - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪The Drift Inn - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Cottage Bar - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪O'Flaherty's Bar - ‬16 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.

At a glance

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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
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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
    • 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 10-minute walk from Buncrana Beach and 12 minutes' walk from Vintage Car and Carriage Museum.

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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

Service staff
Room
Food
Breakfast
View
Restaurant
Beach
Children
Location
Bed

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was excellent, plentiful, and offered a great choice of well-maintained and nourishing food. (9 reviews)
  • The pool was a big hit with families, great for kids and warm, clean, and well-maintained. (10 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

Nice Hotel with beautiful views Of the Swilly.
Janine, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Was just fabulous, a fantastic stay from start to finish. Added extra of a fabulous wellbeing spa and golf course directly behind the hotel on the coast. Lovely bar/restaurant with live music.
Alan, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Pleasant helpful staff, great views and good food.
Finbar, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Definitely would return, but will bring a pillow.

Stayed there for 2 nights and the service was great. It was my partner's birthday and they made a lovely gesture to celebrate. Thank you. The breakfast was particularly good!! Lots of choice and lots of it. The location was fantastic, with great walks and such a handy base for exploring the peninsula. Only marking it down slightly for not firm enough pillows and a slight weird smell when we first entered out room each time. The pool and sauna facilities were top notch and overall we would very happily come back.
Danielle, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location staff very friendly. Room was perfect overlooking golf course. A very pleasant stay. Would definitely return
Brenda, 3-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

Beautiful locations, lovely clean rooms
Margaret, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The hotel is very clean and friendly .The beds are very comfortable.The rooms were very clean and had all you needed, tea coffee ,iron hair dryer and extra pillows .The food in the dining room was excellent ,and breakfast was amazing will definitely be back.
Sheila, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Happy

I cannot fault anything about my stay. I arrived 29th May checked in after 4pm the girl at reception couldn’t be more helpful! She’s a credit to the hotel honestly
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely overnight stay
Mary, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We were looked after so well thanks for everything
Lynn, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

Very impressed with stay. Our room was clean and very spacious, it was also very quiet. We enjoyed breakfast and found all staff that we encountered were very friendly. Parts of the hotel could do with updating but this didn’t take away from the overall experience.
Claire, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Anonymous

Overall stay was good but lesuire centre needs updating
2-night trip

8/10 Very good

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

10/10 Exceptional

Comfortable stay

We had a fantastic room with really comfortable bed. We ate a few times in the bar and the food and service was great. Great pool to get a few lengths in.
Angela, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

First time staying here and loved it would book again the staff where friendly and kind .
Tracey, 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

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

8/10 Very good

The room was beautiful with an amazing view but it was incredibly warm and the aircon wasn’t working
Daniel, 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

Decided at the last minute to book 2 nights stay at this hotel. After our first night we booked another day ! Lovely hotel friendly staff and good food. We will definitely come back.
Patricia, 1-night trip