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The Waters Edge

Property class: 3

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Exterior
Exterior
Blackout curtains, travel cot, free WiFi, bed sheets
Superior Triple Room
Superior Suite, Multiple Beds, Sea View

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$147
includes taxes & fees
29 Apr - 30 Apr

Explore the area

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Rathmullan, Rathmullan, Donegal
  • Place, The Looking Glass Spa Therapy
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Rathmullan Bay Beach
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Rathmullan House
    ‪12 min walk‬

Room options

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Blackout curtains, travel cot, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Triple Room, Sea View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Triple Room, Sea View

Blackout curtains, travel cot, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Triple Room, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Blackout curtains, travel cot, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premier Double Room, Sea View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Triple Room, Accessible

Standard Triple Room, Accessible

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Blackout curtains, travel cot, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Triple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Blackout curtains, travel cot, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Superior Triple Room

Superior Triple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Superior Suite, Multiple Beds, Sea View

Superior Suite, Multiple Beds, Sea View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Blackout curtains, travel cot, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, Sea View

Blackout curtains, travel cot, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Double Room, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Rathmullan

At The Waters Edge you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Rathmullan Bay Beach and The Looking Glass Spa Therapy. Highlights at this hotel include free in-room WiFi. .This smoke-free hotel has free WiFi in public areas and express check-out. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .In proximity to this 3-property class Rathmullan hotel you'll find Derry City Walls.

What's nearby

  • The Looking Glass Spa Therapy - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Rathmullan Bay Beach - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Rathmullan House - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • School of Home Baking - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Rathmullan Heritage Centre - 2 min drive - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Londonderry Station - 59 min drive
  • Letterkenny (LTR-Letterkenny Airfield) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Harbour Inn - ‬48 min drive
  • ‪The Drift Inn - ‬49 min drive
  • ‪The Coffee Garden - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Coffee Cup - ‬51 min drive
  • ‪The White Hart - ‬14 min walk

About this property

The Waters Edge

The Waters Edge offers its guests express check-out. Public spaces have free WiFi. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Rathmullan hotel is smoke free.

  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • Express check-out
  • No smoking on site
The Waters Edge offers 10 accommodations with a hairdryer and free toiletries. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. This Rathmullan hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 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

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

Family friendly

  • Travel cot

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Virtual front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • In a nature reserve

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Chef service

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside normal check-in hours will receive an email within 5 days before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; access will be through a private entrance
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Guests are recommended to download the property's watersedge mobile app before check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Key retrieval, private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
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 debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

National rating

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.

Property is also known as

The Waters Edge Hotel
The Waters Edge Rathmullan
The Waters Edge Accommodation
The Waters Edge Hotel Rathmullan

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Waters Edge?

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

How much does it cost to stay at The Waters Edge?

As of 28 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Waters Edge on 29 Apr 2026 start from AU$147, 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 Waters Edge?

Yep, The Waters Edge has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The Waters Edge?

Yep, The Waters Edge is a short 9-minute walk from Rathmullan Bay Beach.

Is there a spa on site at The Waters Edge?

No, there is no spa at this property. The Looking Glass Spa Therapy is a short 10-minute walk away.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Waters Edge?

No, The Waters Edge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Waters Edge?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Waters Edge?

No, pets are not allowed.

The Waters Edge Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 54 out of 86 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 86 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 86 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 86 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 86 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Pat

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort
Beautiful location but i feel our check in was the most unwelcoming, unfriendly experience I ever had. We arrived to a self checkin in the middle of a power outage & no running water and received no communication or help from the management When I called the “emergency “phone number there was a curt voicemail saying “to leave a message”The code numbers in the lock boxes were very difficult to read even in daylight. The cost per night was very expensive considering there was no breakfast available even though there were bar and restaurant facilities in the their online advertising. Thankfully, a hotel in the locality kindly provided us with food and shower facilities.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

David

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Room was quite basic but comfortable ...BUT...did not have any chair/s to sit on; did not have any refrigerator; the restaurant supposedly operating, was closed all the time; there were no staff on premises and Wotif did not respond to messages. A Zombie establishment in a pretty location.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Bradley

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The remote check in process was easy. The room smelled of cigarette smoke and mildew. The carpet was stained but clean, the bed was worn down. This property could use an update. The restaurant is not managed by the same company and wasn’t open when we were there.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

MRS CHRISTINA

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gemma

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

Comfortable stay.

I did not receive my check-in information until a few hours before check-in time and after emailing the hotel. This was quite disconcerting. The fact that it is a self check-in process was perfect. The room was clean and comfortable. The pillows were too soft for my liking. The only toiletries in the bathroom were 6 or 8 small bottles of shampoo and a bottle of hand wash. Some shower gel would have been nice. Overall a good stay. It was lovely lying listening to the water when we opened the windows.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jody

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful spot on the lake

The location was beautiful, and the restaurant associated with the lodging was excellent. We had some problems with the toilet, but the owner called a repair person right away. In the morning, the Internet was down. It happens.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Marie

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
This property was very basic. We didn’t realise it was only air b no breakfast. Until Saturday morning. We wouldn’t have booked it if we had known. Code for doors, code for key.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

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

10/10 Excellent

Colm

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alistair

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

Quiet and calm

2nd stay here. No staff at all, works through messaging. Both times, it's been clean and we've slept very well. Very quiet hotel. Lovely view of the water. Comfy bed. Kids enjoy it.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

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

10/10 Excellent

Catriona

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay in Waters Edge. Very clean room with easy check in and very near Rathmullan beach. Would highly recommend this hotel to any visitor.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with family

Overpriced but great view!

Overpriced for the fact the accommodation doesn't include breakfast facilities on site and not even a fridge provided in the room. They recommend a lovely place in town for breakfast which is great...if your stay coincides with it being open. Really over priced,for what you get. Views are top notch but with no Aircon we ended up needing to keep the curtains closed most of the time to try reduce the heat of the room. A radiator was on blazing out heat in the hall way.....really was not needed!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel! Easy check in and out. Comfortable and clean!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Joseph Brian

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Splendid location on the edge of Lough Swilly with view from room across the waters. Room was warm clean and comfortable with adequate space for a two night stay. Rathmullan within walking distance. On site restaurant was good as was breakfast at Belle’s in Rathmullan. Perfect for visit to Fanad lighthouse. More like a room in an Airbnb with no on site hotel reception or public space other than the bar/ restaurant. But check in system worked ok.
Fanad Lighthouse
Abbey in Rathmullan
Hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The property is fine. There is no internet and while the on
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

John

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Solid place to stay

Positive Room was excellent with great view Bed unreal comfy Very clean Nice and warm Easy to access Negatives Main toilets not great nick by bar. Bar closed at 10pm which was very early. Pint of Guinness cost me 6.40euro eventhough price in book stated it was 5.90euro Shower in room had hardly any pressure
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Melinda

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Some improvements needed

Great location right on the water, but the beds themselve were very uncomfortable and the carpets need a good clean. No lid on the toilet either. Would suggest blinds not just curtains. Aswell as an iron in the room, but thats just my personal preference. Easy check in and easy to find rooms. Plenty of parking with bar and restaurant on site. Lovely picturesque location in ireland.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick, Houston

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The remote staffing is a new wrinkle to me, but it worked fine. Rathmullen was a bit slow on Monday night, but that’s to be expected. Hotel was comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

May

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Closeness to the water
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arlene

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

10/10 Excellent

Katriona

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very nice
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025