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The Gateway Hotel

Property class: 4

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A buffet with various food items including fruits, cheeses, and meats.
A modern hotel room with a large window, a sofa, a coffee table, a TV, and a wooden cabinet.
A bar area with a checkered floor, wooden bar counter, and multiple shelves of bottles.
A reception area with a modern desk, large windows, and hanging spherical light fixtures.
A hotel room with a large bed, a view of the cityscape, a dining area, and a window with curtains.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
The current price is AU$229
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov

Explore the area

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Inner Relief Road, Dundalk, Louth, A91 EF88
  • Place, Dundalk Bay Brewery and Distillery
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Dundalk Institute of Technology
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Muirhevnamor District Park
    ‪18 min walk‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Twin Room

A hotel room with a large bed, wooden headboard, and a painting above the bed.

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a small table, and a window with curtains.

Executive Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, and a view of a field through large windows.

Junior Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a view of the cityscape, a dining area, and a window with curtains.

Standard Double Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with a view.

Standard Twin Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Executive Double Room

  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Quadruple Room, 1 Bedroom

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with a view.

Standard Quadruple Room, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the area

Dundalk

At The Gateway Hotel you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Mac Anna Theatre and Dundalk Institute of Technology. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .The restaurant, Fahrenheit, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Meeting rooms, a conference centre, and a business centre are among the business amenities offered. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a gym and a snack bar/deli. Buffet breakfast is available daily. .Sights within a 20-minute walk of this 4-property class Dundalk hotel include Dundalk Bay Brewery and Distillery and Muirhevnamor District Park.

What's nearby

  • Mac Anna Theatre - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Dundalk Bay Brewery and Distillery - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Dundalk Institute of Technology - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Muirhevnamor District Park - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Louth County Hospital - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Dundalk Station - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rocksalt Café - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Tony's Pizzeria - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Neptune - ‬5 min drive

About this property

The Gateway Hotel

Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Business amenities include a business centre and meeting rooms.

A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. A fitness centre, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly The Gateway Hotel. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Dundalk hotel is smoke free.

  • 129 guestrooms or units
  • 14 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • Deli
  • Conference centre
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Gateway Hotel offers 129 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. 43-inch Smart televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and hairdryers. This Dundalk hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 50+ Mbps. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available for a fee: EUR 12 to 16 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Fahrenheit

Things to do

  • Gym

Family friendly

  • Babysitting
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 14 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch smart TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from December 24 2026 to December 26 2026 (dates subject to change):
  • One of the bars/lounges
  • One of the dining venues
  • Breakfast
  • Fitness facilities
  • Laundry facilities
  • Meeting facilities
The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from 24 December to 27 December:
  • One of the dining venues
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Fitness facilities
  • Laundry facilities
  • Meeting facilities

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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 buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 12 to 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 credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

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

Crowne Plaza Dundalk
Crowne Plaza Hotel Dundalk
Dundalk Crowne Plaza
Crowne Plaza Dundalk Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Gateway Hotel?

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

How much does it cost to stay at The Gateway Hotel?

As of 10 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Gateway Hotel on 8 Nov 2026 start from AU$229, 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.

Is parking available at The Gateway Hotel?

Yep, The Gateway Hotel has a free self car park.

Does The Gateway Hotel serve breakfast?

Sure does, buffet breakfast is available daily. Please note that breakfast will unavailable between December 24 2026 and December 26 2026 (subject to change).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Gateway Hotel?

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

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Gateway Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. One of the dining venues will be unavailable from December 24 2026 to December 26 2026 (dates subject to change). The dining venue is closed seasonally each year from December 24 until December 27.

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

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at The Gateway Hotel?

No, pets are not allowed.

The Gateway Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 560 out of 912 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 269 out of 912 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 61 out of 912 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 912 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 912 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed my stay, clean environment and lovely staff
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and spacious, the staff were very pleasant, and the breakfast was really good. Would defo stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good position for work within the area. Food options are very good. Plenty of parking.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay if you are in the area. Easy parking, fantastic staff and rooms. On-site restaurant is great. If you intend to eat breakfast, rebook it with your room, if possible.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel friendly staff. Excellent food. Only issue there is no vending machine in the hotel or nearby shop if you want a snack.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely clean room Friendly staff Breakfast very nice
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice Quiet Easy to park
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was fantastic we loved the fact we had a shower separate from the bath and when we need help the staff were very helpful the 1 thing we I would say is the foor tastes great but there is not a while lot of choice on the menu but all in all had a great night's stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel. Lovely staff breakfast was good. Good parking. All round brilliant
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, nice hotel, clean room and tasty food.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel to stay in . Less then 10 minutes to the town centre by taxis
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking was safe and plenty of spaces
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Everything was PERFECT!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were all lovely, good food, especially the breakfast, lots of choices at the buffet
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent facility! Staff is friendly and helpful. Room was clean and the restaurant has great food. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful experience:)
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were lovely,especially Jack at reception. The room was really nice and clean, the bed was very comfortable too. There was also a really nice selection at breakfast. Will Definitely return. Thanks again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Cant fault anything about the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Nice hotel lobby, friendly staff and good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
To far from the town No entertainment at night Bar closed at 11pm Breakfast just ok food a bit cold Rooms very comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was so friendly and helpful. Very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great hotel

Excellent staff, excellent breakfast, nice room with plenty of space. Would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious clean room. Nice bar food and breakfast. Very friendly and professional staff
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It was great Lovey food Lovey staff Definitely wound go back
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great facilities - good breakfast - helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025