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Slieve Donard

5.0 star property
Elegant beach hotel and indoor pool

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Garden
Lobby
Cocktail bar
Lobby
Superior Suite, 1 King Bed, Sea View (Slieve Sea View Junior Suite)

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
The current price is AU$534
includes taxes & fees
28 July - 29 July

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Downs Road, Newcastle, Northern Ireland, BT33 0AH
  • Newcastle Beach
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Tollymore Forest Park
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Royal County Down Golf Course
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Belfast (BHD-George Best Belfast City)
    ‪52 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Sea View (Slieve Sea View King or Twin)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Sea View (Slieve Sea View King or Twin)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Shower/bath combination
  • 25 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Slieve Deluxe King or Twin)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Slieve Deluxe King or Twin)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Shower/bath combination
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed (Resort King or Twin)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Room, 1 King Bed (Resort King or Twin)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Shower/bath combination
  • 2 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Suite, 1 King Bed (Slieve King Suite)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed (Slieve King Suite)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Shower/bath combination
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed (Slieve Double)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed (Slieve Double)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed (Resort Sea View King or Twin)

Superior Room, 1 King Bed (Resort Sea View King or Twin)

Superior Room, 1 King Bed (Resort Sea View King or Twin)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Shower/bath combination
  • 28 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Sea View (Slieve Deluxe Sea View King or Twin)

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Sea View (Slieve Deluxe Sea View King or Twin)

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Sea View (Slieve Deluxe Sea View King or Twin)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Shower/bath combination
  • 27 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Slieve King or Twin)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Slieve King or Twin)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Shower/bath combination
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds (Slieve Double Double)

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds (Slieve Double Double)

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds (Slieve Double Double)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Shower/bath combination
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Superior Suite, 1 King Bed, Sea View (Slieve Sea View King Suite)

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed, Sea View (Slieve Sea View King Suite)

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed, Sea View (Slieve Sea View King Suite)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Shower/bath combination
  • 40 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed (Slieve Junior Suite)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Suite, 1 King Bed (Slieve Junior Suite)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Shower/bath combination
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Suite, 1 King Bed, Sea View (Slieve Sea View Junior Suite)

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed, Sea View (Slieve Sea View Junior Suite)

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed, Sea View (Slieve Sea View Junior Suite)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Shower/bath combination
  • 32 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Newcastle

A luxury stay in Newcastle awaits you at Slieve Donard. Within just a 15-minute stroll, you'll find Royal County Down Golf Course and Newcastle Beach. Highlights at this beach hotel include 3 restaurants, a full-service spa and an indoor swimming pool. .A day of pampering can include massages, Ayurvedic treatments and mani/pedis along with access to the sauna. The restaurant, J.J. Farrall's, serves local cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The Wolf is the hotel's own cocktail bar, serving drinks along with dinner. Enjoy the gym, Hot tub, sauna and pool loungers. Plus you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. Free buffet breakfast is available on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM and on weekends between 7:00 AM and 10:30 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 20-minute walk of this 5-property class Newcastle hotel include Life Adventure Centre and Tollymore Forest Park.

What's nearby

  • Newcastle Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Tollymore Forest Park - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • La Belle Femme Nail Bar & Beauty Lounge - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Murlough National Nature Reserve - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Royal County Down Golf Course - 5 min drive - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Belfast (BHD-George Best Belfast City) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Quinns Bar - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪O'Hares Lounge Bars - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪The Strand - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Chaplin's Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Shimna Diner - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Slieve Donard

Elegant beach hotel and indoor pool
Slieve Donard offers its guests a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and a health club. There are 3 restaurants on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Event space at this hotel measures 14246 square feet (1323 square metres) and includes conference space. A hot tub, a sauna, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the luxury Slieve Donard. Free self parking is available.

This 5-star Newcastle hotel is smoke free.

  • 180 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 3 dining venues
  • Conference rooms
  • 14246 sq ft of conference space
  • 1323 sq. m of conference space
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Conference space
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Garden
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
Slieve Donard offers 180 accommodations with espresso makers and a safe. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. 50-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, bathrobes, slippers and designer toiletries. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Guests can pamper themselves with a trip to the on-site spa, which has 3 treatment rooms. Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs and body treatments. The spa is equipped with a sauna. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including Ayurvedic. The spa is open daily.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Tourism Programme – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends
  • 3 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining

Restaurants on site

  • Afternoon tea
  • J.J. Farrall's
  • Lighthouse Lounge
  • The Percy French Inn
  • The Wolf

Things to do

  • Beach yoga
  • Fitness classes
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

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

Guest services

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

Business services

  • 11 meeting rooms
  • 14,246 square feet of conference space

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • Pool loungers

Full-service spa

  • 3 treatment rooms
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Ceiling hoist
  • Lift (91 centimetre wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (76 centimetre high)

More

  • 4 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 20.00

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 35 per accommodation, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Food and water bowls are available
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 50 per night.

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.

  • Pet fee: GBP 35 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 20.00 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 50 per night

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
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, Diners Club, debit cards and cash.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:30 PM
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Donard
Donard Slieve
Slieve Donard
Slieve Donard Newcastle
Slieve Donard Resort
Slieve Donard Resort Newcastle
Donard Hotel Newcastle Slieve
Donard Hotel Slieve
Slieve Donard Hotel Newcastle
Slieve Donard Resort And Spa Newcastle, Northern Ireland
Slieve Donard Resort And Spa Newcastle Northern Ireland
Slieve Donard Resort Spa

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Slieve Donard?

Slieve Donard offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Slieve Donard?

As of 8 July 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Slieve Donard on 28 July 2025 start from AU$534.28, 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 Slieve Donard?

Yep, Slieve Donard has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Slieve Donard?

Yep, Slieve Donard is a short 10-minute walk from Newcastle Beach. Fun beach activities include yoga.

Is there a spa on site at Slieve Donard?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at Slieve Donard. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body wraps, body scrubs and facials.

Does Slieve Donard have a pool?

Slieve Donard has an indoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger. The pool is open 8:00 AM to 8:30 PM.

What luxury perks are available at Slieve Donard?

Slieve Donard features a full-service spa, a health club and an indoor pool. All guestrooms come with 24-hour room service and espresso makers.

Does Slieve Donard serve breakfast?

You bet, visitors are hooked on the free buffet breakfast here! Offered on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM and weekends from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM, this is the place to fuel up for a big day full of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Slieve Donard?

No, Slieve Donard does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Slieve Donard?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and 3 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Slieve Donard?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Slieve Donard?

Dogs are welcome at Slieve Donard, with food and water bowls on offer.

Is there a golf course on site at Slieve Donard?

There isn't one on site, but Royal County Down Golf Course is a short 7-minute walk away.

Slieve Donard Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 655 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 203 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 77 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 42 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 1001 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mr.G.

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

2/10 Terrible

Lorraine

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous stay, such a lovely location/hotel & very well looked after during our visit
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Autumn

Business traveller, Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Morven

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

Fabulous

Absolutely wonderful, terrific service beautiful hotel and spa.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachael

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

10/10

Beautiful stay at the Slieve Donnard, would highly recommend to anyone!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Gordon

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Well below par.

I booked slieve donard as I wanted to treat my wife to a comfortable weekend as it was our anniversary, and I’ve heard many good things about this property. Unfortunately for us it wasn’t anything like that. The girl at reception was rude as I checked in, I put it down to having a bad day, but she was the same every day. (Our booking was 2 nights) when we went to our room it was nothing like what was on the hotels.com Website. There were broken tiles on the floor, stains on the walls, musty smell. Etc.. So I tried to call reception, but the phone didn’t work. So I went down to reception, and waited quite a while before the receptionist came out from the adjoining room, I told him ( a different receptionist) I wasn’t happy, and was given another room. I could go on and on, but frankly I shouldn’t be doing this . As i rarely complain. I rate it 3 stars, Not worth it.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a really lovely one night stay here to celebrate my husband’s 60th birthday. I had emailed the hotel before arrival to let them know of the occasion, and they kindly gave us a room upgrade and left a note and cupcakes in the room. Acknowledgements like this really make a hotel stand out and we were very happy. It was the first time we had stayed since the refurbishment, and all areas of the hotel are beautiful. The room itself was stunning, with views of both of the sea and the Mournes. We are local enough so the sight isn’t uncommon to us, but looking out at it from the hotel room was just spectacular! All the staff are very kind, courteous, friendly and hardworking. We dined in the town but had a couple of cocktails each in the Wolf bar which were very high quality. We appreciate a good cocktail! The breakfast buffet was lovely. Thank you for making this a memorable occasion :-)
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aster Michael

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

Amazing stay!

Stayed here for business trip for 2 weeks, staff were very friendly, courteous and accommodating! Rome are cleaned everyday and always smelling fresh and comfortable to sleep. Will be back again at SD hotel…thank you for a wonderful and comfortable experience!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Gerardene

Definitely not 5star any longer

5star prices but really 3star aervuce,bittle water in room seem to be a premium in 4 days had one bottle, toilet rolls no spare rolls in 4 days,coffee and tea in room was used in first day and was never replenished. Some staff
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Room comfort
We had a really lovely stay however I had been with my husband bedore
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Proper 5* experience

Fantastic experience from start to finish. Everything was 5*, couldn't be better
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marc

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

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Meghan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mcneill

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Louise

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Not great sauna out of order room not cleaned service not good
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Mrs DC

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

S

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Nicola

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Bronagh

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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