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Slieve Donard

5.0 star property
5-star beach hotel with 3 restaurants

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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar

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Downs Road, Newcastle, Northern Ireland, BT33 0AH
  • Place, Tollymore National Outdoor Centre
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Newcastle Beach
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Tollymore Forest Park
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Belfast (BHD-George Best Belfast City)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Superior Suite, 1 King Bed (Slieve King Suite)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed (Slieve King Suite)

  • 430 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible (Accessible Room)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible (Accessible Room)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 249 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed (Slieve Double)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed (Slieve Double)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • 236 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds (Slieve Double Double) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds (Slieve Double Double)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Slieve King or Twin)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Slieve King or Twin)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Sea View (Slieve Deluxe Sea View King or Twin)

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Sea View (Slieve Deluxe Sea View King or Twin) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Sea View (Slieve Deluxe Sea View King or Twin)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 290 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed (Resort Sea View King or Twin)

Superior Room, 1 King Bed (Resort Sea View King or Twin) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Room, 1 King Bed (Resort Sea View King or Twin)

  • 301 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Suite, 1 King Bed, Sea View (Slieve Sea View Junior Suite)

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed, Sea View (Slieve Sea View Junior Suite) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed, Sea View (Slieve Sea View Junior Suite)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed (Slieve Junior Suite)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Suite, 1 King Bed (Slieve Junior Suite)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Suite, 1 King Bed, Sea View (Slieve Sea View King Suite)

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed, Sea View (Slieve Sea View King Suite) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed, Sea View (Slieve Sea View King Suite)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 430 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed (Resort King or Twin)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Room, 1 King Bed (Resort King or Twin)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Slieve Deluxe King or Twin)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Slieve Deluxe King or Twin)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)
  • 290 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Sea View (Slieve Sea View King or Twin)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Sea View (Slieve Sea View King or Twin)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Newcastle

Seaside stay .You'll find Royal County Down Golf Course and Newcastle Beach within a 15-minute walk of this Newcastle hotel. Also, Tollymore National Outdoor Centre is within half a mile (1 km) and Life Adventure Centre is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Tollymore National Outdoor Centre - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Newcastle Beach - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Tollymore Forest Park - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • La Belle Femme Nail Bar & Beauty Lounge - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Murlough National Nature Reserve - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Belfast (BHD-George Best Belfast City) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Niki's Kitchen Cafe - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Quinns Bar - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Harbour Inn - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Chaplin's Bar - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Slieve Donard

5-star beach hotel with 3 restaurants
Slieve Donard offers its guests a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and a health club. There are 3 restaurants on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Event space at this hotel measures 14246 square feet (1323 square meters) and includes conference space. A hot tub, a sauna, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the luxury Slieve Donard. Free self parking is available.

This 5-star Newcastle hotel is smoke free.

  • 180 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 3 dining venues
  • Meeting rooms
  • 14246 sq ft of conference space
  • 1323 sq m of conference space
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Conference space
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Garden
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
Slieve Donard offers 180 accommodations with espresso makers and safes. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. 50-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Guests can pamper themselves with a trip to the onsite spa, which has 3 treatment rooms. Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs, and body treatments. The spa is equipped with a sauna. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including Ayurvedic. The spa is open daily.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Tourism Program, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends
  • 3 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining

Things to do

  • Beach yoga
  • Fitness classes
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • 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.
  • Ceiling hoist
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (30 inches high)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 50-inch smart TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 40.00

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 35 per accommodation, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 50 per night.

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.

  • Pet fee: GBP 35 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 40.00 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 50 per night

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, debit cards, and cash
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, American Express, Diners Club, debit cards, and cash.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:30 PM.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Donard
Donard Slieve
Slieve Donard
Slieve Donard Newcastle
Slieve Donard Resort
Slieve Donard Resort Newcastle
Donard Hotel Newcastle Slieve
Donard Hotel Slieve
Slieve Donard Hotel Newcastle
Slieve Donard Resort And Spa Newcastle, Northern Ireland
Slieve Donard Resort And Spa Newcastle Northern Ireland
Slieve Donard Resort Spa

Frequently asked questions

How close is Slieve Donard to the airport?

Slieve Donard is 36.2 mi (65-min drive) away from the Belfast (BHD-George Best Belfast City) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Slieve Donard?

As of Nov 23, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Slieve Donard on Dec 12, 2025 start from $289.6, 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 Slieve Donard have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Slieve Donard.

How close is Slieve Donard to the beach?

This hotel is a short 10-minute walk from Newcastle Beach and 11.8 mi (31-min drive) from Tyrella Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Slieve Donard offer free breakfast?

Slieve Donard offers free buffet breakfast on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM and weekends between 7:00 AM and 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Slieve Donard?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Slieve Donard?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Slieve Donard?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Slieve Donard have a pool?

Slieve Donard features an indoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 8:00 AM to 8:30 PM.

Does Slieve Donard have a restaurant?

There are 3 onsite restaurants, offering options like local cuisine and light fare.

Does Slieve Donard have a spa?

This hotel has a spa, which features body scrubs, body treatments, and body wraps.

How close is Slieve Donard to downtown Newcastle?

Slieve Donard is 0.3 mi away from Newcastle.

Reviews

Slieve Donard Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 658 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 194 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 82 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 44 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 27 out of 1005 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joyce

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenna

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Love this hotel

Amazing stay as always. Welcoming reception staff on arrival. Wished our son a happy birthday. Clean room and nice touch having bathrobes for all the family. Spa facilities great and very clean. We had free cupcakes delivered to the room for my son’s birthday which was a nice touch. Good selection of food at breakfast. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Fergal

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Stephanie

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

William, Atlanta

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was right next to the golf course. It had a great bar. It was convenient to the town. My room was spectacular.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Felicity

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Paddy

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marieclaire

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Carmine

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay in Newcastle. Staff was very friendly and it’s a fantastic location. We were in N.I. mostly for golf, which Newcastle offers a great location if you have a rental. All of the courses we played were within a 90 minute drive. For the price there could have been more to offer from the hotel. Breakfast was mediocre. The room was awesome, however, I thought I “upgraded” from a King Sea View to a Suite with a Sea view. Ended up paying more for no sea view. Putting green is just thin turf. The spa and its facilities were great! But, you only have access to the spa facilities the day of your “treatment.” The bar on site is very nice with a solid selection of cocktails and beer. Another downside is the lack of food after 10 pm. It’s either a pizza or cold sandwiches for the 24 hour room service. Overall, felt like an awesome place, just lacking in some areas where you don’t feel like you’re getting what you’re paying for.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kimberley

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Dangerously hot for dog

Room was dangerously hot for my dog with no way of cooling it down. The windows barely opened and the fan supplied just blew the warm air around. The room was small for a deluxe and there was nothing luxurious about it. No caffeinated coffee provided, only decaf. Cleanliness was also an issue with the bathroom having several hairs on the toilet and bath and the bedroom fixtures were very dusty. No separate shower only shower over bath tub which was not what I expected in the deluxe room.
Dusty
Hairs on toilet
Hairs on bath
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Spectacular setting! Rooms are tired and in need of maintenance /updating
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Rauan, addison

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Disappointing and unacceptable for a hotel supposedly of such high caliber. Despite the fact that we booked a junior suite with sea view the room’s windows were filthy upon arrival. We got conflicting stories about the cleaning schedule: first every 2-3 days, then every 15 days, finally every three months. The manager mentioned that it costs them two-grand each time to clean which is really not our concern. They also neglected to take a credit card for incidentals at check-in, leading to an awkward situation when I tried to charge brunch to the room. Nothing would've been done about the windows if we hadn't followed up several times, including a long call to Expedia. Two members of reception were quite argumentative, almost acting like it was a favor for them to let us stay at the hotel, rather than valuing us as customers. Most of the staff, including Michael at reception, were very friendly, and Hannah and the spa staff were excellent. We ended up leaving with a bad taste in our mouths.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous hotel in a wonderful location. Excellent facilities and top drawer staff. Can't wait to go back!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Marian

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

William, Midland

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Truly an exceptional hotel. I grew up in the area and it has continued its history of providing an experience that excels (locals just call it “The Slieve”). The amenities are fantastic with the spa facilities, snooker room, drawing room for a peaceful morning. Breakfast in the main dining area with views of the Mounre Mountains is an experience itself. We hosted a family dinner in JJ Farrell’s food and service exceptional
View of The Slieve Donald from the grounds
Main reception
Nighttime view from the main drive
JJ Farrell’s restaurant in The Slieve
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nikki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Colin

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025