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Inishowen Gateway Hotel

3.0 star property
Beachside hotel with indoor pool

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Daily full breakfast (EUR 14.95 per person)
2 bars/lounges
Family Room
Exterior
Indoor pool

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Pool
  • Parking available
The current price is AU$163
includes taxes & fees
2 Oct - 3 Oct

Explore the area

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Railway Road, Buncrana, Donegal
  • Vintage Car and Carriage Museum
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Buncrana Beach
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Ned's Point Fort
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Londonderry (LDY-City of Derry)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Room options

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Family Room

Family Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Double or Twin Room

Double or Twin Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(42 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

About the area

Buncrana

Inishowen Gateway Hotel places you steps from Buncrana Golf Club and within a 15-minute stroll of Buncrana Beach. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include 2 bars/lounges, a full-service spa and a restaurant. .A relaxing day at Seagrass Spa can include hot stone massages, body wraps and body scrubs along with hydrotherapy and mani/pedis. The restaurant, Peninsula Restaurant, is open for breakfast and dinner. Loughview Bar is the hotel's own bar, serving drinks along with lunch and dinner. Spend the day at the beach and enjoy the on-site indoor swimming pool, gym and sauna. A conference centre and a business centre are among the business amenities offered. Plus you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a children's swimming pool and a snack bar/deli. On weekday mornings full breakfast is served between 7:30 AM and 9:00 AM. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Sights within a 20-minute walk of this 3-property class Buncrana hotel include Vintage Car and Carriage Museum and Star Amusements.

What's nearby

  • Vintage Car and Carriage Museum - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Buncrana Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Ned's Point Fort - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Buncrana Castle - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Rathmullan House - 57 min drive - 68.5 km

Getting around

  • Londonderry Station - 30 min drive
  • Londonderry (LDY-City of Derry) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Harbour Inn - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Coffee Cup - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Tank & Skinny’s Seaside - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Drift Inn - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Cottage Bar - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Inishowen Gateway Hotel

Beachside hotel with indoor pool
Inishowen Gateway Hotel offers its guests a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and a health club. Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. WiFi is free in public spaces.

You'll find a business centre on site. A children's pool, a sauna, and spa services are also featured at the business-friendly Inishowen Gateway Hotel. For a fee, parking is available.

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

  • 80 guestrooms or units
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Deli
  • Conference centre
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Dining venue
Inishowen Gateway Hotel offers 80 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. This Buncrana hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and complimentary toiletries. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. An iron/ironing board and hairdryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Seagrass Spa has couples treatment room(s). Services include hot stone massages, facials, body wraps and body scrubs. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including hydrotherapy.

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Exterior

The Harbour Inn

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
4.8 out of 5, Exceptional, 254 reviews
The price is AU$186
includes taxes & fees
25 Sept - 26 Sept
The Harbour Inn

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site (surcharge)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Weekday full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: EUR 14.95 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Loughview Bar
  • Peninsula Restaurant

Things to do

  • 9-hole adjacent golf course
  • Children's pool
  • Fitness classes
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Indoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference centre

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Manicures/pedicures

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

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

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: EUR 20
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: EUR 20 for check-in between noon and 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 24 December and 25 December.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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 full breakfast: from approximately EUR 14.95 per person
  • Early check-in fee: EUR 20 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee: EUR 20 for check-in between noon and 2:00 PM

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, mobile payments and cash
Mobile payment options include: Apple Pay
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
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, 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, debit cards, cash, mobile payments and Apple Pay. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. 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. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for golf tee times. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

National rating

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

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Inishowen Gateway Hotel?

Inishowen 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 Inishowen Gateway Hotel?

As of 11 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Inishowen Gateway Hotel on 2 Oct 2025 start from AU$163.39, 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 Inishowen Gateway Hotel?

Yep, Inishowen Gateway Hotel has a self car park, for a fee.

Are there any beaches close to Inishowen Gateway Hotel?

Yep, Inishowen Gateway Hotel is a short 10-minute walk from Buncrana Beach. Fun beach activities include fishing.

Is there a spa on site at Inishowen Gateway Hotel?

Yep, Seagrass Spa is available for guests. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body wraps, body scrubs and facials, as well as hot stone massages.

Does Inishowen Gateway Hotel have a pool?

Inishowen Gateway Hotel has an indoor pool and a kids' pool.

What luxury perks are available at Inishowen Gateway Hotel?

Inishowen Gateway Hotel features a full-service spa, a health club and an indoor pool.

Does Inishowen Gateway Hotel serve breakfast?

You bet, full brekkie is on offer on weekdays between 7:30 AM and 9:00 AM.

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

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

Is there a bar or restaurant at Inishowen Gateway Hotel?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Inishowen Gateway Hotel's onsite restaurant that serves breakfast and dinner.

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

Check-in begins at 4 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Inishowen Gateway Hotel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Inishowen Gateway Hotel?

There is a golf course next to Inishowen Gateway Hotel.