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Inishowen Gateway Hotel

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

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Full breakfast on weekdays (EUR 14.95 per person)
2 bars/lounges
Indoor pool
Exterior
Family Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Railway Road, Buncrana, Donegal
  • Place, Vintage Car and Carriage Museum
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Buncrana Beach
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Rathmullan House
    ‪57 min drive‬
  • Airport, Londonderry (LDY-City of Derry)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Room options

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

Family Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(42 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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

  • Vintage Car and Carriage Museum - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Buncrana Beach - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Star Amusements - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Derry City Walls - 23 min drive - 14.1 miles
  • Rathmullan House - 57 min drive - 42.6 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Harbour Inn - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Coffee Cup - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪The Drift Inn - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Cottage Bar - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪O'Flaherty's Bar - ‬16 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 business-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
  • 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.

Similar properties

Exterior

The Harbour Inn

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
4.8 out of 5, Exceptional, 256 reviews
$108 nightly
The price is $123
Sep 29 - Sep 30
Total with taxes and fees
The Harbour Inn

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Indoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

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 14.95 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 9-hole adjacent golf course
  • Children's pool
  • Fitness classes
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • 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.
  • 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 provided

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 20
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: EUR 20 for check-in between noon and 2:00 PM
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 at the property

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 14.95 per person
  • Early check-in fee: EUR 20 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee: EUR 20 for check-in between noon and 2:00 PM

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, mobile payments, and cash
Mobile payment options include: Apple Pay
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, 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, American Express, debit cards, cash, mobile payments, and Apple Pay. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. 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.

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

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

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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 Sep 28, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Inishowen Gateway Hotel on Oct 1, 2025 start from $102.49, 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 14.95 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 20 (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 hydrotherapy, hot stone massages, and body treatments.

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. 187 out of 312 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 93 out of 312 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 312 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 312 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 312 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Aisling

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was spotless staff were friendly cannot fault this hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was just fabulous, a fantastic stay from start to finish. Added extra of a fabulous wellbeing spa and golf course directly behind the hotel on the coast. Lovely bar/restaurant with live music.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Emma mc gowan

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Margaret

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Joanne

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donie

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

C E

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annette

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Brilliant hotel lovely staff and great food very clean
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fabulous stay, great staff and amazing view - highly recommend a visit here!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice Hotel with beautiful views Of the Swilly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fiona

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Ita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Happy

I cannot fault anything about my stay. I arrived 29th May checked in after 4pm the girl at reception couldn’t be more helpful! She’s a credit to the hotel honestly
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location staff very friendly. Room was perfect overlooking golf course. A very pleasant stay. Would definitely return
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aidan

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

8/10 Good

Daniel

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was beautiful with an amazing view but it was incredibly warm and the aircon wasn’t working
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Air conditioning currently being installed. Fan provided on request.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

T

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Gary

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Malcolm

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was fine in general except for theeal purchased in the bar, I ordered chick stack which literally was one piece of chicken, that's fine and usual in most places, one onion ring and the smallest amount of champ I've seen on a restaurant meal, two of the cheapest ingredients in the meal that could have made a big difference had they increased the portion of champ and maybe another one or two onion rings. I wouldn't even give it a one star for this reason.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mario

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This is an amazing hotel . There is ample parking . The food was exceptional.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025