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Sandhouse Hotel

4.0 star property
4-star beachfront hotel with 2 restaurants

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Front of property
Lounge
Room (Double +Single Bedded 3 pax) | Individually decorated, desk, free WiFi
Concierge desk
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included

Explore the area

Map
Killinangel Beg, Rossnowlagh, Donegal
  • Rossnowlagh Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Franciscan Friary
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Donegal Castle
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed, Sea View | Individually decorated, desk, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Individually decorated, desk, free WiFi

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Individually decorated, desk, free WiFi

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Individually decorated, desk, free WiFi

Single Room, 1 Twin Bed

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Room (Double +Single Bedded 3 pax) | Individually decorated, desk, free WiFi

Room (Double +Single Bedded 3 pax)

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Individually decorated, desk, free WiFi

Superior Twin Room, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Double Room, Sea View | Individually decorated, desk, free WiFi

Superior Double Room, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Rossnowlagh

On the beach.Within a 10-minute walk of the hotel, you'll find Rossnowlagh Beach and Franciscan Friary. Abbey Assaroe is within 6 miles (10 km) and Catsby Cave is within 9 miles (15 km).

What's nearby

  • Rossnowlagh Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Franciscan Friary - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Bundoran Adventure Park - 18 min drive - 11.3 miles
  • Donegal Castle - 18 min drive - 13.1 miles
  • Bundoran Beach - 19 min drive - 11.5 miles

Getting around

  • Donegal (CFN) - 129 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sean Og's Ballyshannon - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Bridgend Bar - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Owen Roe's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Goodies Coffee Shop - ‬15 min drive

About this property

Sandhouse Hotel

4-star beachfront hotel with 2 restaurants
Sandhouse Hotel offers its guests a full-service spa and an outdoor tennis court. There are 2 restaurants on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Sandhouse Hotel also features tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Free self parking is available.

  • 55 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 2 dining venues
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Elevator
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
Sandhouse Hotel offers 55 accommodations with hair dryers. These individually decorated accommodations include desks. This Rossnowlagh hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include facials, body scrubs, body treatments, and manicures and pedicures. The spa is open daily.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

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

  • Daily full breakfast available 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: EUR 16 per person
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor tennis court

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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 16 per person

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 major 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 major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

National rating

Rating provided by Fáilte Ireland, the National Tourism Development Authority of Ireland, source of official star ratings for accommodation.

Property is also known as

Sandhouse Hotel Hotel
Sandhouse Hotel
Sandhouse Hotel Rossnowlagh
Sandhouse Rossnowlagh
Sandhouse Hotel County Donegal, Ireland - Rossnowlagh
Sandhouse Hotel Rossnowlagh
Sandhouse Hotel Hotel Rossnowlagh

Frequently asked questions

How close is Sandhouse Hotel to the airport?

Sandhouse Hotel is 55.4 mi (129-min drive) away from the Donegal (CFN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Sandhouse Hotel?

As of Jun 13, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sandhouse Hotel on Jun 22, 2025 start from $228.12, 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 Sandhouse Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Sandhouse Hotel.

How close is Sandhouse Hotel to the beach?

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

Does Sandhouse Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Sandhouse Hotel, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of EUR 16 per person. It's available every day from 8:30 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at Sandhouse Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Sandhouse Hotel?

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

Is there free parking at Sandhouse Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Sandhouse Hotel have a pool?

Sandhouse Hotel does not have a pool.

Does Sandhouse Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there are 2 restaurants on site.

Does Sandhouse Hotel have a spa?

This hotel has a spa, which features mani/pedis, facials, and body treatments.

How close is Sandhouse Hotel to downtown Rossnowlagh?

Sandhouse Hotel is 0.1 mi away from Rossnowlagh.

Sandhouse Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 199 out of 325 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 91 out of 325 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 24 out of 325 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 325 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 325 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Conor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Rossnowlagh stay

I booked a double room and for some reason was booked as a single traveller Hotel didn’t change our room and bed was quite small and not the most comfortable After a bit of debate with hotel reception we were not charged any extra but were disappointed with uncomfortable bed Had to show proof of purchase of what I had actually paid for room and was slightly embarrassed We love rossnowlagh and have stayed in this hotel on quite a few occasions .food and overall trip was enjoyable but booking experience leaves a lot to be desired
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved being right on the beach and listening to the waves all night. The food was great and the staff was wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Jean

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Restaurant staff rude riim not worth orice asked ( bad smell from bathroom)
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bernard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely view out over beach.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Lynne

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
We stayed in the Sandhouse many years ago and throughly enjoyed our stay in a luxury 4 star experience. This time it was as if the place had stayed still in time in every sense it is tired it is grubby and has lost its panache. On a positive the breakfast was first class and all the staff were lovely. So whilst I would not say it was a disaster the 4 star pricing was not reflective of the hotel standard.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
The views across the Atlantic from bedrooms are stunning …excellent food and service !!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The view from Sand House is wonderful and we were impressed with the meals.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Madeline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, very friendly and helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful old hotel with great room and excellent dining and pub. There's nothing that i can say that i didnt like.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Laura

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

Great for solo travels

Food was fabulous as was the service. Beds very comfy. Room decor a bit dated but overall an enjoyable stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unbelievable views of the Atlantic Ocean and convenient access to the beach from this hotel and the restaurant was delicious. I can’t recommend it highly enough!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Chris

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

Check in could be improved

When checking in you have to use the intercom at the front door. We expected we were too early for check in but did not expect to be told, in an exasperated tone, before we even got through the front door that check in is not until 3pm. No suggestion of how was your journey, did you travel far, your room isn't ready but please come in (out of the rain) and you are welcome to use the bar. A very poor first impression. The remaining staff were very attentive and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Tania, Altona Meadows

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The location of hotel is lovely but the property is tired and is in desperate need of renovation. My room was depressing. Poor lighting. Frayed carpet. Worn out towels etc
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Eileen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The view from our room was absolutely beautiful looking straight onto the beech. Enjoyed relaxing on the sun veranda on the second floor. Meals were first class and staff were so friendly. Really enjoyed our few days there.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Colleen

Lovely location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aisling

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

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

Really Nice Stay

We had a really nice stay. Breakfasts and dinners were great. We loved walking on the beach and the beautiful views from our room and the restaurant. Our room was very clean and quiet and parking was easy, what more could we ask for?
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful seaside location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Davina

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Traveled with group
Amazing service excellent food cleanliness exceptional and I am so fussy Katherine in the restaurant nothing too much trouble but all the girls fab Karla in the spa again it’s all exceptional service professionalism ensuring your spa experience leaves you relaxed and revived exceptional cleanliness again Trust me visit you won’t be disappointed it’s an 11/ 10
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ned

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charming and very helpful concierge. Wonderful vintage establishment.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2024