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The Rusty Mackerel

Property class: 3

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A bar area with a stone fireplace, wooden bar counter, and multiple stools.
A restaurant interior with wooden tables, booths, and a stone wall with various signs.
A pub named 'The Rusty Mackerel' with a traditional facade, multiple windows, and outdoor seating.
A rustic signboard with amenities listed: Accommodation, Food, Music.
A bedroom with a bed, a headboard, a window, a wardrobe, a desk, and a trash bin.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
The current price is AU$174
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct

Explore the area

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The Rusty Mackerel, Teelin, Carrick, Donegal, F94 VP99
  • Place, International Applachian Trail
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Ardara Heritage Centre
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Place, Donegal Castle
    ‪55 min drive‬
  • Airport, Donegal (CFN)
    ‪77 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Comfort Double Room

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

Comfort Double Room

  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Comfort Triple Room

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

Comfort Triple Room

  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

About the area

Carrick

At The Rusty Mackerel , you'll be 1.8 km (1.1 mi) from International Applachian Trail and 10.8 km (6.7 mi) from Glen Gallery Art by Conal. Highlights at this hotel include free daily breakfast, a restaurant and free self-parking. .At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and a coffee shop/cafe. Free full breakfast is available daily between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. .Places within a 15-minute drive of this 3-property class Carrick hotel include Oideas Gael and Glencolmcille Folk Village.

What's nearby

  • International Applachian Trail - 2 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Glencolmcille Folk Village - 15 min drive - 16.6 km
  • Ardara Heritage Centre - 29 min drive - 31.8 km
  • Donegal Castle - 55 min drive - 59.5 km
  • Donegal Bay Waterbus - 56 min drive - 59.8 km

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

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.

The Rusty Mackerel also features a garden and a picnic area. Free self parking is available.

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

  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • 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 on a daily basis and change of towels can be requested.

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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 transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van 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

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lever door handles
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bathroom

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

More

  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Soundproofed rooms

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.

Payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

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 ratings system.

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at The Rusty Mackerel ?

Yep, The Rusty Mackerel has a free self car park.

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

As of 24 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Rusty Mackerel on 30 Oct 2026 start from AU$174, 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.

Are there any beaches close to The Rusty Mackerel ?

The closest beach to The Rusty Mackerel is Dorlin Strand (18.3 km).

What makes The Rusty Mackerel a romantic place to stay?

Couples dining and a lounge bar, as well as private patios in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Rusty Mackerel .

Does The Rusty Mackerel serve breakfast?

Sure does, complimentary full brekkie is served daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Rusty Mackerel ?

No, The Rusty Mackerel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Rusty Mackerel ?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Rusty Mackerel ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Rusty Mackerel ?

Dogs are welcome at The Rusty Mackerel , with food and water bowls on offer.

The Rusty Mackerel Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms out back are small but clean and updated - The charm of the bar with fireplace and live music with friendly staff and patrons made us feel welcome - breakfast in rustic but charming room with amazing service and food ( thank you Skye) and then just minutes to hiking on Slieve League Cliffs - could not ask for more Delightful stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a historic pub full of history and culture. The people are lovely! The bnb portion is a newer construction of little row cottages in the back. Very clean and comfortable. I highly recommend this place for good food, fun times, and a great place to stay! Right beside the access to Sliabh liag as well!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026