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The Rusty Mackerel

Property class: 3
3-star guestrooms with patios

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A bar area with a stone fireplace, wooden bar counter, and multiple stools.
A building with a stone facade, multiple windows, and outdoor seating areas.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a radiator.
A restaurant interior with wooden tables and booths, hanging lights, and various wall decorations.
A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a window, a wall-mounted TV, and a radiator.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar

Explore the area

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The Rusty Mackerel, Teelin, Carrick, Donegal, F94 VP99
  • Place, International Applachian Trail
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, St. John's Point
    ‪45 min drive‬
  • Place, Donegal Castle
    ‪55 min drive‬
  • Airport, Donegal (CFN)
    ‪77 min drive‬

Room options

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A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a window, a wall-mounted TV, and a radiator.

Comfort Double Room

  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a radiator.

Comfort Triple Room

  • 301 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Carrick

Close to the boardwalk/promenade.Stay at this Carrick hotel and you'll be within 2 miles (3 km) of International Applachian Trail and 9 miles (15 km) of Glen Gallery Art by Conal. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Muckross Head and Oideas Gael.

What's nearby

  • International Applachian Trail - 2 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Glencolmcille Folk Village - 15 min drive - 10.3 miles
  • St. John's Point - 45 min drive - 28.2 miles
  • Donegal Castle - 55 min drive - 37.0 miles
  • Donegal Bay Waterbus - 56 min drive - 37.2 miles

Getting around

  • Donegal (CFN) - 95 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Rusty Mackerel - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Kilcar House - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Evelyn’s Central Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Tí Linn Cafe - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Roarty's Bar - ‬10 min drive

About this property

The Rusty Mackerel

3-star guestrooms with patios
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Free self parking is available.

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

  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
The rusty Mackerel offers 12 accommodations. Rooms open to furnished patios. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)). Housekeeping is offered daily and change of towels can be requested.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

More

  • Heating (climate-controlled)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash.

Property class

This property does not have a Ireland Tourist Board rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Frequently asked questions

How close is The rusty Mackerel to the airport?

The rusty Mackerel is 48.3 mi (95-min drive) away from the Donegal (CFN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Rusty Mackerel ?

As of Sep 4, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Rusty Mackerel on Sep 5, 2026 start from $151, including 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 The rusty Mackerel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The rusty Mackerel .

How close is The rusty Mackerel to the beach?

This hotel is 7.4 mi (12-min drive) from Glencolumbcille Beach and 10.3 mi (18-min drive) from Silver Strand. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The rusty Mackerel offer free breakfast?

The rusty Mackerel offers free full breakfast every day from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at The rusty Mackerel ?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The rusty Mackerel ?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM.

Is there free parking at The rusty Mackerel ?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The rusty Mackerel have a pool?

The rusty Mackerel does not have a pool.

Does The rusty Mackerel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The rusty Mackerel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The rusty Mackerel to downtown Carrick?

The rusty Mackerel is 0.1 mi away from Teelin.

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