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The Central Hotel Donegal

Property class: 3

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A hotel lobby with a wooden floor, red and green upholstered seating, a Christmas tree, and a fireplace.
A restaurant with a curved counter, cushioned seating, and pendant lighting.
A hotel room with four beds, a stone archway, and a patterned wallpaper.
A person in a swimming pool with clear water and a tiled floor.
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a staircase, a red sofa, a dining table, and a chandelier.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
The current price is AU$225
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct

Explore the area

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The Diamond, Donegal, County Donegal
  • Place, Donegal Castle
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Killaghtee Old Church
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Donegal Bay Waterbus
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, Donegal (CFN)
    ‪73 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Double or Twin Room

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, a small table, and a window with a view of greenery.

Double or Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(50 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, River View

A hotel room with two beds, a television, a desk with a chair, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Double Room, River View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Triple Room

A hotel room with three beds, each with a wooden headboard, white bedding, and brown throw blankets.

Triple Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Double Room Single Use

A hotel room with a large window, a bed with two pillows, a bedside table with a lamp, and a phone.

Double Room Single Use

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Donegal

At The Central Hotel Donegal you'll be within steps of Killaghtee Old Church and Donegal Castle. Highlights at this hotel include 2 restaurants, an indoor swimming pool and a gym. .Upper Deck Bar serves Irish cuisine. At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Enjoy the Hot tub, sauna and kids' swimming pool. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a garden. Full breakfast is available daily between 7:30 AM and 10 AM. .Places within a 5-minute walk of this 3-property class Donegal hotel include Donegal Bay Waterbus and Donegal Railway Heritage Centre.

What's nearby

  • Donegal Castle - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Killaghtee Old Church - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Donegal Bay Waterbus - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Donegal Railway Heritage Centre - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Abbey of Donegal - 12 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Letterkenny (LTR-Letterkenny Airfield) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Reveller Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Supermac's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Reel Inn - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪McCafferty's Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Salthill Cabin - ‬9 min drive

About this property

The Central Hotel Donegal

The Central Hotel Donegal offers its guests a kids' pool, an indoor pool, a health club, and a hot tub. There are 2 restaurants on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A sauna, a vending machine, and a garden are also featured at The Central Hotel Donegal.

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

  • 113 guestrooms or units
  • 2 dining venues
  • Conference rooms
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Wedding services available
  • Garden
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
The Central Hotel Donegal offers 113 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. This Donegal hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include baths or showers. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking available (EUR 3.20 per day)
  • Street parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10 AM for a fee: EUR 16 for adults and EUR 10 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge

Restaurants on site

  • Blazers
  • Upper Deck Bar

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Health club
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Indoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • Lift

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Heating
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed: Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A damage deposit of EUR 2000 will be collected before check-in.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

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: from approximately EUR 16 for adults and from EUR 10 for children
  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 3.20 per day (328 ft away)

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 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
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 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 and American Express. 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 all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM

Property class

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

Property is also known as

Central Hotel Donegal
Central Donegal
The Central Donegal Donegal
The Central Hotel Donegal Hotel
The Central Hotel Donegal Donegal
The Central Hotel Donegal Hotel Donegal

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Central Hotel Donegal?

The Central Hotel Donegal offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Central Hotel Donegal?

As of 2 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Central Hotel Donegal on 1 Oct 2026 start from AU$225, 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 Central Hotel Donegal?

The closest beach to The Central Hotel Donegal is Rossnowlagh Beach (13.2 km).

Does The Central Hotel Donegal have a pool?

The Central Hotel Donegal has an indoor pool and a kids' pool. The pool is open 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

What luxury perks are available at The Central Hotel Donegal?

The Central Hotel Donegal features a health club, an indoor pool and 1 hot tub.

Does The Central Hotel Donegal serve breakfast?

Sure does, full brekkie is offered daily between 7:30 AM and 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Central Hotel Donegal?

No, The Central Hotel Donegal does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Central Hotel Donegal?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and 2 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at The Central Hotel Donegal?

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

Are pets allowed at The Central Hotel Donegal?

No, pets are not allowed.

The Central Hotel Donegal Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 303 out of 608 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 193 out of 608 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 74 out of 608 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 29 out of 608 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 608 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A nice clean place to stay. great central location. Very good dinner.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

JAMES

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location in the city center
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great wee clean tidy room, staff helpful Breakfast was as expected, bang on
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Shaun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Helpful staff with clean and comfortable rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lori

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

10/10 Excellent

Geoff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel, conveniently located in the centre of Donegal. Plentiful parking is available, but note that this is in a public car park near the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Perm

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel in central Donegal with a fitness center. Restaurant was great and had the Donegal mussels and seafood chowder. Bars, restaurants all in central square and Donegal castle a couple of minutes away.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, modern clean room. Great view. Good breakfast. You can’t go wrong staying here
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you can ask for a room on the back of the hotel which overlooks the estuary and pier.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was good and room was a nice size. The decor was a little dated but overall nice stay in a very central location and close to food and pubs.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were great, food great and room was newly refurbished. Great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Decent rooms and staff were pleasant .
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Alice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and the staff were very pleasant. Parking is a 2minute walk from the hotel
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Maeve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room clean, great view over the river and friendly staff. Some areas of the hotel a bit tired.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Geraldine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great stay -- comfortable room, courteous and helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very tidy, front of hotel staff was very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Clara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our stay. The staff were great! All staff were very helpful. The room was very warm, even though we kept the window open all night. Wouldn't let that put me off returning. We hope to return soon!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was very good, however the pool and gym need to be refurbished.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The location was prefect the people were friendly and helpful as well as the breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Awesome restaurant in the hotel
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Hotel staff really friendly,rooms a good size and spotlessly clean.We ate in the bar the food was delicious and the service fantastic.The live entertainment was great.The breakfast was tasty and again the staff were lovely.A fantastic hotel and would highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025