Top 5-Star Hotels in County Donegal

A beautiful hotel in a beautiful part of the country. We were welcomed warmly on arrival and the experience had that authentic Irish high-end feel to it. Really good check in experience and a very good room (junior suite). Lovely bar area with very attentive service. Our three star review is due to two main issues. 1. Our experience in the Cedars restaurant was not good and was out of step with the rest of the hotel experience. Food was high quality but service was poor. The food was thrown at us, very short gaps between courses, wine served several minutes after the food had arrived, waiting staff were snappy and clearly didn’t want to be there. They were understaffed, but in addition to that the service culture was not evident in the people serving us. We couldn’t wait to get back to the bar (which was excellent again). And 2, the room was lovely but way too warm and there was no facility to adjust the temperature. So, overall slightly disappointing as we left unrested.

After a long trip, we arrived at this hotel and my impression was not great. I rang the hotel early in the day to say that it would not be there until late and could we have evening dinner tomorrow instead of tonight. The person who answered said that I had no dinner booked and it took a while to resolve the matter. The 2nd was that I asked for 2 wine glasses to be left in the room. I asked this man as well but when I arrived, there was still no glasses in the room. This is poor attention to detail. There certainly was no ”Cead Mile Failte” from the receptionist when I arrived. He genuinely seemed like he would prefer to be in bed than saying hello to guests. The room on the 2nd floor was comfortable. 2 twin beds, 2 comfortable chairs, a very good shower/bathroom area and the room itself was decent. However it got quite warm during the night. I would have reservations staying in this hotel if it was a hot day. Yes you can open the window and pray that it is not that noisy. Breakfast was very odd. It is served in the conference room. The seating and tables are lovely but where you get your food is like it is a school/prison canteen. The contrasts could not have been more different. Service was ok if slightly indifferent. However along came Natasha who was so friendly and went out of her way to help. She is one of two reasons why I gave this hotel four instead of three stars. There is a lot of reasons why this hotel is very average. The other was Patricia. As part of this package, we had evening dinner on a Saturday evening. We had to eat in the restaurant as the bar was fully booked. Patricia went out of her way to make sure we were looked after, constantly asking if we were ok while other staff just walked around doing nothing. Dinner was excellent and breakfast was decent as well. The swimming pool is lovely and it is refreshing to see that the jacuzzi, steam room and sauna all worked. The lady at reception was very attentive and explained everything which is great. Again as we left, the receptionist felt like he had better things to do. There was no ”how was the stay”. It was goodbye and your bill is paid. There is certainly a number of things this hotel can do better but thankfully they have a few star performers. Pity about some others though.

With a stay at Villa Rose Hotel & Spa, you'll be centrally located in Ballybofey, steps from Balor Arts Centre and within a 10-minute walk of Drumboe Woods. This spa hotel is 10.8 mi (17.4 km) from Oakfield Park and 16.6 mi (26.7 km) from Newmills Corn and Flax Mills.Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. You can take advantage of recreational amenities such as an indoor pool, a spa tub, and a sauna. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, babysitting, and tour/ticket assistance.Grab a bite to eat at one of the hotel's 2 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Snacks are also available at the coffee shop/cafe. Mingle with other guests at the complimentary reception, held daily. Need to unwind? Take a break with a tasty beverage at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are served on weekdays from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM and on weekends from 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee.Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, a business center, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. This hotel has 6 meeting rooms available for events. Free self parking is available onsite.Make yourself at home in one of the 57 guestrooms. Computers, complimentary wireless internet access, and digital programming provide entertainment. Bathrooms feature shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.

Located in Moville, Redcastle Hotel, Golf & Spa is on the waterfront, within a 15-minute drive of National Fisheries College and Inishowen Maritime Museum & Planetarium. This family-friendly hotel is 7.2 mi (11.6 km) from Drumlee Lough and 8.2 mi (13.2 km) from Greencastle Golf Club.Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. After practicing your swing on the golf course, you can enjoy other recreational amenities including a health club and an indoor pool. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, babysitting (surcharge), and wedding services.Satisfy your appetite for lunch or dinner at the hotel's restaurant, The Edge Restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Full breakfasts are served on weekdays from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM and on weekends from 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee.Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk.Stay in one of 93 guestrooms featuring LED televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature shower/tub combinations, designer toiletries, and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.

Located in Ballybofey, Jackson's Hotel & Leisure Club is on the riverwalk, within a 15-minute walk of Balor Arts Centre and Drumboe Woods. This family-friendly hotel is 4.5 mi (7.3 km) from Bluestack Mountains and 11 mi (17.7 km) from Oakfield Park.Don't miss out on the many recreational opportunities, including an indoor pool, a spa tub, and a sauna. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, babysitting (surcharge), and an arcade/game room.Satisfy your appetite for dinner at the hotel's restaurant, Garden Restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Full breakfasts are available daily from 8 AM to 10 AM for a fee.Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Event facilities at this hotel consist of conference space and meeting rooms. Free self parking is available onsite.Make yourself at home in one of the 138 guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature deep soaking bathtubs and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include phones, as well as desks and complimentary weekday newspapers.

When you stay at Shandon Hotel & Spa in Portnablagh, you'll be on the beach and 5 minutes by foot from Marble Hill Strand. This beach hotel is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Killahoey Beach and 3.1 mi (5.1 km) from Doe Castle.Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages, body treatments, and facials. You can take advantage of recreational amenities such as a health club, an indoor pool, and an outdoor tennis court. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, babysitting (surcharge), and a hair salon.Enjoy a meal at the restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the hotel's 24-hour room service. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Guests may use a roundtrip airport shuttle for a surcharge, and free self parking is available onsite.Stay in one of 50 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature deep soaking bathtubs and designer toiletries. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.

With a stay at The Harbour Inn in Buncrana, you'll be 8 mi (12.9 km) from Fort Dunree and 14.7 mi (23.6 km) from Ballyliffin Golf Course. This beach bed & breakfast is 17.2 mi (27.7 km) from Doagh Famine Village and 27 mi (43.4 km) from Malin Head.Make use of convenient amenities, which include complimentary wireless internet access and a picnic area.Enjoy a satisfying meal at The Harbour Inn serving guests of The Harbour Inn. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge.Featured amenities include a computer station, luggage storage, and a safe deposit box at the front desk. Free self parking is available onsite.Make yourself at home in one of the 30 guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.

With a stay at Arnolds Hotel in Dunfanaghy, you'll be near the bay, within a 10-minute walk of Dunfanaghy Golf Club and Dunfanaghy Workhouse. This beach hotel is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Killahoey Beach and 3.3 mi (5.3 km) from Horn Head.Enjoy recreation amenities such as bicycles to rent or take in the view from a garden. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access and wedding services.Grab a bite to eat at the Seascapes, a restaurant where you can take in the ocean view, or stay in and take advantage of room service (during limited hours). Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Full breakfasts are available daily from 8:30 AM to 10 AM for a fee.Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage.Stay in one of 30 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have bathtubs or showers and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.

When you stay at Joyce's Inishowen in Carndonagh, you'll be next to a golf course and 9 minutes by car from Drumlee Lough. This golf bed & breakfast is 5.8 mi (9.3 km) from Ballyliffin Golf Course and 7.3 mi (11.8 km) from Black Lough.Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. Additional amenities at this bed & breakfast include an arcade/game room and a picnic area.Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge.Free self parking is available onsite.Make yourself at home in one of the 8 air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have showers and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers.

Located in Annagry, Caisleain Oir Hotel is within a 5-minute drive of Lough Awillin and Lough Altaderry. This beach hotel is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Lough Magre and 1.3 mi (2.2 km) from Lough Noran.Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as bicycles to rent, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and wedding services. Additional features at this hotel include a picnic area and a banquet hall.Satisfy your appetite for lunch or dinner at the hotel's bar/lounge, or stay in and take advantage of the room service. Full breakfasts are available daily from 8 AM to 10 AM for a fee.Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage. Free self parking is available onsite.Stay in one of 20 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have shower/tub combinations and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and coffee/tea makers.