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Inishowen Gateway Hotel

3.0 star property
3-star beachfront hotel with 2 bars/lounges

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Indoor pool
Double or Twin Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
2 bars/lounges
Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Couples treatment rooms, body treatments, hydrotherapy
Reviews
9.0

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • PoolPoolPool
  • SpaSpaSpa
  • Parking availableParking availableParking available
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry

Explore the area

Map
Railway Road, Buncrana, Donegal
  • Popular LocationBuncrana Golf Club1 min walk
  • Popular LocationBuncrana Beach10 min walk
  • Popular LocationVintage Car and Carriage Museum12 min walk
  • AirportLondonderry (LDY-City of Derry)37 min drive

Room options

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

Family Room

9.1/10 Wonderful
  • 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

9.8/10 Exceptional
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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$135 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 7 - Jun 8
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About the neighborhood

Buncrana

On the beach.At this hotel, you'll be steps from Buncrana Golf Club and within a 15-minute walk of Buncrana Beach. Also, Vintage Car and Carriage Museum is within half a mile (1 km) and Star Amusements is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Buncrana Golf Club - 1 min walk
  • Buncrana Beach - 10 min walk
  • Vintage Car and Carriage Museum - 12 min walk
  • Star Amusements - 15 min walk
  • Rathmullan House - 55 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Tank & Skinny's Seaside - 10 min walk
  • The Roadside Café - 18 min walk
  • Oscars - 15 min walk
  • The Cottage Bar - 13 min walk
  • Subway - 13 min walk

About this property

Inishowen Gateway Hotel

3-star beachfront hotel with 2 bars/lounges
Inishowen Gateway Hotel offers its guests a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and a health club. Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. WiFi is free in public spaces.

You'll find a business center on site. A children's pool, a sauna, and spa services are also featured at the family-friendly Inishowen Gateway Hotel. For a fee, parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Buncrana hotel.

  • 80 guestrooms or units
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Deli
  • Kid's club (surcharge)
  • Supervised childcare (surcharge)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Conference center
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Dining venue
Inishowen Gateway Hotel offers 80 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. This Buncrana hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Irons/ironing boards and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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.

Languages

English, Irish

Property amenities

Family friendly

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

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Self 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

Things to do

  • 9 holes of golf
  • Children's club
  • Children's pool
  • Fitness classes
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Indoor pool
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Accessibility

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV

Bathroom

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

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 available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between December 24 and December 25.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for golf tee times. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

National rating

Fáilte Ireland (The National Tourism Development Authority) assigns an official star rating for accommodations in Ireland. This Hotel property is rated 3 stars.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Inishowen Gateway Hotel to the airport?

Inishowen Gateway Hotel is 21.9 mi (38-min drive) away from the Londonderry (LDY-City of Derry) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of May 24, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Inishowen Gateway Hotel on May 30, 2024 start from $94.49, excluding 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.

Does Inishowen Gateway Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Inishowen Gateway Hotel.

How close is Inishowen Gateway Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Inishowen Gateway Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Inishowen Gateway Hotel, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of EUR 12.95 per person.

Is there a casino at Inishowen Gateway Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Star Amusements (15-min walk) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Inishowen Gateway Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Early check-in costs EUR 10 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at Inishowen Gateway Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for a fee.

Does Inishowen Gateway Hotel have a pool?

Inishowen Gateway Hotel features an indoor pool and a children's pool.

Does Inishowen Gateway Hotel have a restaurant?

Inishowen Gateway Hotel is home to Peninsula Restaurant, which features ocean views.

Does Inishowen Gateway Hotel have a spa?

Pamper yourself with a day at Seagrass Spa, where you can enjoy massages, facials, and mani/pedis.

How close is Inishowen Gateway Hotel to downtown Buncrana?

Inishowen Gateway Hotel is 0.7 mi away from Buncrana.

Inishowen Gateway Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 91 out of 159 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 54 out of 159 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 159 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 159 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 159 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

NEVILLE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A1
Great Hotel friendly staff good food. fitness suite pool Steam room sauna A1. Great value family Hotel we will be back - - -
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rodney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff were very friendly and made the stay very pleasant. Food and service was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Noreen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Patrick

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Traveled with family and small children
The staff were very friendly and accommodating .
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great view and kippers at breakfast
The place looks a bit like a factory from the road outside but is very comfortable inside. The view from the restaurant at breakfast is superb. The hot breakfast is mostly buffet style but the kippers are excellent if you remember to request them when you go in.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

James

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023