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Gateway Lodge Donegal

3.0 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this 3-star Donegal guest house

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Terrace/patio
Daily cooked-to-order breakfast for a fee
Twin Room | Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Reception
Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed | Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Killybegs road (R925), Donegal, Co. Donegal
  • Donegal Castle
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • O'Donnel's Castle
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Donegal Bay Waterbus
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Donegal (CFN)
    ‪64 min drive‬

Room options

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Twin Room | Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Single Room | Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed | Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed

  • 322 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Donegal

In Donegal .Within a 5-minute walk of this Donegal guesthouse, you'll find Killaghtee Old Church and Donegal Castle. O'Donnel's Castle and Diamond Obelisk are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Donegal Castle - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • O'Donnel's Castle - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Diamond Obelisk - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Donegal Bay Waterbus - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Abbey of Donegal - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Letterkenny (LTR-Letterkenny Airfield) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Olde Castle Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪McCafferty's Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Reel Inn - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Harbour Restaurant - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Supermac's - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Gateway Lodge Donegal

Enjoy the free WiFi at this 3-star Donegal guest house
There's a coffee shop/cafe on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. Gateway Lodge Donegal also features a terrace, a garden, and a picnic area. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Donegal guesthouse is smoke free.

  • 26 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1995
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Coffee shop
Gateway Lodge Donegal offers 26 accommodations with hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 12.50 to 12.50 for adults and EUR 5 to 5 for children
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: EUR 20
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: EUR 20
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 9 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 8 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

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 cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately EUR 12.5 to 12.5 for adults, and EUR 5.0 to 5.00 for children
  • Early check-in fee: EUR 20 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: EUR 20 (subject to availability)

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include 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, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • One child 8 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Gateway Lodge Donegal to the airport?

Gateway Lodge Donegal is 29.9 mi (41-min drive) away from the Letterkenny (LTR-Letterkenny Airfield) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Gateway Lodge Donegal have an airport shuttle?

Gateway Lodge Donegal offers an airport shuttle.

How close is Gateway Lodge Donegal to the beach?

This guesthouse is 11.3 mi (17-min drive) from Rossnowlagh Beach.

Does Gateway Lodge Donegal offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t offered at Gateway Lodge Donegal, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of between EUR 12.5 and 12.5 for adults, EUR 5.0 and 5.00 for children. It's available every day from 8 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Gateway Lodge Donegal?

No, there is no casino at this guesthouse.

What time is check-in at Gateway Lodge Donegal?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Early check-in costs EUR 20 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at Gateway Lodge Donegal?

This guesthouse offers free self parking.

Does Gateway Lodge Donegal have a pool?

Gateway Lodge Donegal does not have a pool.

Does Gateway Lodge Donegal have a restaurant?

Gateway Lodge Donegal is home to Blas@thegateway, which features international cuisine, garden views, and al fresco dining.

Does Gateway Lodge Donegal have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this guesthouse.

How close is Gateway Lodge Donegal to downtown Donegal?

Gateway Lodge Donegal is 0.2 mi away from Donegal.

Gateway Lodge Donegal Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 269 out of 368 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 84 out of 368 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 368 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 368 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 368 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was nice and clean and the staff was friendly
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location Excellent breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very comfortable and convenient location
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Fantastic beds! Short walk to Donegal
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

DIANE

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

First time at the Gateway

First time in the Gateway, reception was very friendly, check in was easy. room was a good size, chairs and table meant you didn't have to lie on the bed to relax. Bathroom was well equipped. Room was hot even with radiators off. The Gateway was very handy for town centre, 4-5 min walk. The Bistro is excellent, very friendly and helpful staff and nothing was too muvh trouble. Were going to book again for our next break but fully booked at the time we would like. Definitely recommend a stay here. Well done to all the staff.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely large room with spacious and clean bathroom. Easy to get to with loads of parking and quick walk into Donegal to see the castle or a local pub (The Forge is 100m away and also excellent). Would highly recommend getting the breakfast (12.5 Euro pp) as it was delicious and excellent value.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sergio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and easy parking, we only stop to continue the trip next day, we didn’t get breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Jeanne

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service

Too focused on catering events

Too many events scheduled during this time. Although hotel did inform us of this, since my booking was non refundable I felt that I didn’t have much option to stay elsewhere. Had to wait for our rooms to be ready while the locals were given their rooms without any wait. Kids were running up and down the hall banging on doors. Music was playing loudly into the wee hours of the morning.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Thomas, Solsberry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Walking distance to town and castle
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Casey

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful location just a short walk to restaurants and shops. Staff were very friendly and attentive.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Jeffrey, Bolingbrook

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here one night while driving the Wild Atlantic Way. We were extremely pleased with our stay. The room was very clean and comfortable. No AC but they did have a fan.Looks to be a newer building. They are in a good location and have a big parking lot. You can walk a few blocks into town to most of the restaurants. The bathroom was new but it was very small and the water pressure wasn't that good. We would definitely stay again if in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandeep, Milton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very cooperative, very clean and convenient location,close to main shopping square, monuments.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
On arrival the staff were extremely helpful and pleasant and couldnt do enough for you. I would definitely stay here again. Breakfast was great as were the staff in the restaurant next morning as well
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was simple and spotless, the breakfast was delightful, and the person checking us is was happy and bubbly! The whole stay was a joy! Only thing missing was a face cloth. We learned that many hotels in Ireland don't have face wash clothes, so nothing specific against this hotel. Otherwise, it was perfect!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All good; but restaurant closed at 5pm which was a surprise. No evening meals
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cannot recommend highly enough — great rooms and service and location and price. A lucky find. :)
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Sue

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful breakfast and was so close to town. The receptionist was friendly and very helpful! There was a long hair on the pillowcase and one on the toilet seat. The place seemed clean but the hair was a bit off putting.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cloe

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location for exploring Donegal! Walking distance downtown. Great staff. Wonderful breakfast. Clean, and comfortable beds
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Robert

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Left some things to be desired. No facial tissue in rooms, no refrigerator and restaurant closed at 17:00. Within easy walking distance of donegal town though.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hadley

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel in a perfect location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Ruth

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

Great spot

What a wonderful asset Lucy is. I couldn't have had a warmer welcome, although I am not sure she believed me when I said I wouldn't need the late access key fob. A wealth of information given, and help offered. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024