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Abbey Hotel Donegal, Donegal Town
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About the Hotel
The Diamond,
Donegal Town,
Ireland,
00000,
Donegal County
Abbey Hotel Donegal is a 3-star Donegal Town hotel renowned for its central location and award-winning dining options, including the famous Steak on the Stone. Guests enjoy access to a leisure center and a vibrant bar scene featuring live music events.
Rooms & Amenities
Rooms at Abbey Hotel Donegal feature modern amenities, including flat-screen TVs and complimentary Wi-Fi. Family-friendly options such as interconnecting rooms and spacious family suites can accommodate up to six guests, offering spectacular views of Donegal Bay. The hotel includes a well-appointed leisure center with a 0 miles swimming pool and extensive gym facilities.
Dining Options
Dining options at Abbey Hotel Donegal include The Market House Restaurant, offering a variety of locally sourced meals, including homemade cakes and traditional Irish dishes. Guests can also enjoy a casual dining experience in the Abbey Bar, known for its extensive bar food menu and local entertainment.
Leisure & Entertainment
The hotel serves as a premier venue for live music events, including traditional Irish folk music and country weekends. Guests can explore local attractions like Donegal Castle and the Donegal Railway Heritage Centre within minutes from the hotel. The vibrant setting in the heart of Donegal Town provides access to shops and entertainment.
Transportation & Local Area
Abbey Hotel Donegal is easily accessible via Bus Eireann, with the bus stop just steps away. It is situated 43.5 miles from Donegal Airport and 55 miles from Derry Airport, making it convenient for travel. This Donegal Town hotel is surrounded by independent shops and cultural attractions.
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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Wi-Fi
Parking
Luggage storage
24-hour services
24-hour reception
General
No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
No parking
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Luggage storage
Lift
Coffee shop
Vending machines
Sports & Fitness
Wind surfing
Diving
Snorkelling
Canoeing
Hiking
Horseback riding
Cycling
Golf course
Fishing
Guest Parking
Electric kettle
Services
Car hire
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink
Dining
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Packed lunches
Special diet menus
Business
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Children
Children's menu
Spa & Leisure
Beach access
Live entertainment
Night club
Sun terrace
Room features
Heating
Terrace
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Self-catering
Electric kettle
Media
Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
Carpeted floor
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Location
The Diamond,
Donegal Town,
Ireland,
00000,
Donegal County
Map view
The Diamond,
Donegal Town,
Ireland,
00000,
Donegal County
City landmarks
Castle
Donegal Castle
620 m
Tirconnell Street The Old Station House
Donegal Railway Heritage Centre
1.1
km
Church
Donegal Town Church Of Ireland
620 m
8 Upper Main St
Famine Graveyard
850 m
Ardchicken
Donegal Craft Village
2.2
km
N15 Road to Ballybofey
Barnesmore Gap
6.2
km
Lough Eske
6.7
km
Nearby
Church
Church of the Sacred Heart
130 m
Square
The Diamond
80 m
Quay St
Donegal Bay Waterbus
200 m
Restaurants
Linda's Diner
250 m
Main Street Car Park
Reviews and Ratings
Feedback from previous guests about their experience.
74%
liked the hotel and would stay again
clean
comfortable
outdated
smelly
7.4/10
Very good
Rooms
7.3
Location
8.9
Service
7.6
Dining
6.1
Guest reviews
7.4/10
based on 9 reviews
8.0
8.0/10 based on 2195 reviews
Eric
United States,
May
2024
7.4/10
I had a great stay at the hotel, even though there were a few minor issues. The location is superb, right in the heart of Donegal Town, with plenty of things to do and eat nearby. The rooms were nice, but a bit noisy when the window was open. The service was good overall, although the bar staff in the evening could have been better. The dining experience was a bit of a letdown, but there were plenty of options to choose from. The facilities were decent and met my needs.
Rooms
7.0
Our room overlooked the square, so it was a tad noisy with the window open, but it wasn't a big problem for us. The room was comfortable overall.
Service
7.0
The service was decent, but the bar staff in the evening could have been more attentive. Overall, I found them to be accommodating and helpful.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location in the center of Donegal Town is excellent. The staff is friendly and there are plenty of things to do and eat nearby.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience was below our expectations. The locally caught fish was good, but it didn't quite meet the standards we were hoping for.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel's facilities were sufficient for my needs. It offered car hire, dry cleaning, a welcome drink, and tours/ticket assistance.
Gerard
United Kingdom,
February
2024
7.4/10
The hotel is in a great central location, close to many eateries and attractions. The rooms are pristine, cozy, and the staff deserves commendation for their excellent service. However, the noise from the air conditioning unit can be bothersome. Overall, good value for money.
Rooms
8.0
I found my room to be perfect - spotlessly clean and the bed was very comfortable. Kudos to the staff for their care. The only downside was the noisy air conditioning unit outside.
Service
7.0
The service here was a bit mixed. While some staff members were professional and helpful, others seemed rushed and failed to inquire about our stay. Still, they did assist in organizing a memorable weekend for my family.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location is excellent, situated right in the heart of Donegal Town, making it convenient to explore all the town has to offer. The only drawback is the lack of on-site parking, which requires a trek down a long hill to a public car park.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience was satisfactory with friendly staff and efficient service. However, the breakfast options were limited, mostly queuing for fried breakfast with few other choices available.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel offers basic facilities, nothing extraordinary but comfortable for a short stay.
Sam
United Kingdom,
December
2023
7.4/10
The hotel has a superb location at the center of Donegal town. The rooms, although a bit dated, offer a glimpse of the beautiful river behind the hotel. The service was very accommodating and informative, yet the need for staff to escort guests to the toilets was a minor inconvenience. Dining options were varied but the quality was not consistent. Overall, a great location with some areas needing improvement.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms, although a little dated, provided a nice view of the river behind the hotel.
Service
8.0
The service was very nice and informative, but the need for staff to accompany guests to the toilets was a bit unexpected.
Location
9.0
The only good thing about this place is the excellent location at the center of Donegal town.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience had a variety of choices but lacked consistency in quality.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were decent but could use some updates.
Alexander
United States,
November
2023
8.4/10
I couldn't have asked for a better location! It was right in the town center, making it incredibly convenient for my stay. The service was top-notch, with staff like Adam in the bar and night porter Darren going above and beyond to make my experience so enjoyable. The rooms may have been a bit dated, but that didn't take away from the overall fantastic atmosphere. The dining experience had its ups and downs, with a buffet-style breakfast that could use a bit of improvement, but the menu still offered tasty options. A great spot for a guys' golf trip with friends!
Rooms
8.0
Though the rooms were a little old-fashioned, they were still cozy and comfortable.
Service
9.0
The staff, especially Adam and Darren, were incredibly helpful and made my stay relaxing.
Location
10.0
Being right in the town center made exploring and getting around super easy.
Dining
7.0
The buffet-style breakfast was okay, but could have offered more variety.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel offered essential facilities like car hire and dry cleaning, enhancing the overall experience.
Peter
United Kingdom,
October
2023
6.4/10
My stay at the hotel was a mixed experience. The rooms were of good standard, spacious, but the quality of the bedding could be improved. The service was a bit inconsistent but mostly friendly. The location was great being in the center of Donegal town, although some decorative aspects were disappointing. The dining was a letdown with some disturbances. Overall, the hotel had its ups and downs.
Rooms
6.0
The rooms were lovely and spacious.
Service
7.0
The service was a bit inconsistent but overall friendly.
Location
8.0
The hotel's location in the center of Donegal town was excellent.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience wasn't great and didn't match the price paid for it.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were satisfactory.
John
United Kingdom,
September
2023
7.4/10
The hotel was comfortable and spotless, although the bathroom could use some updating. The music played quite late into the night, but overall, it's a decent choice for a stay in Donegal town.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were comfortable and spotless but could do with updating.
Service
7.0
The staff were friendly and helpful, except for one older lady who was a bit condescending.
Location
9.0
The hotel is right in Donegal town center, convenient for exploring the area.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience was mixed, with some dishes excellent and others not up to par.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel offers standard facilities, nothing extraordinary.
clean
outdated
Alexander
United Kingdom,
July
2023
7.4/10
The hotel is right in the center of town, making it very convenient for exploring the area. The staff were accommodating and friendly, providing a nice buzz to the place. However, some noise from large groups and the fan in the bathroom made it a bit difficult to sleep at times. The breakfast options were a bit limited but overall good value for money.
Rooms
7.0
Our room overlooked the square, so there was some noise with the window open, but it wasn't a big issue for us. The fan in the bathroom was quite noisy, affecting our sleep. The staff quickly moved us to a more suitable room closer to the lift for my Mother's accessibility.
Service
8.0
The staff were lovely and very accommodating, even sharing local knowledge. However, some encounters were less friendly and helpful. They did provide services like car hire and tours/ticket assistance.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location right in the center of Donegal town was very convenient for exploring nearby attractions and shops. It's also adjacent to the castle and close to schools, requiring security personnel.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience was a bit limited with options, and the portion sizes were small, with some disappointments like hard eggs. Breakfast was self-serving, which sometimes led to a long wait for a table in the morning.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel offered facilities like oatmeal for breakfast but were limited in dining options. Overall, the amenities provided were satisfactory for our stay.
Alice
United Kingdom,
May
2023
7.2/10
The hotel is ideally located in the town center, perfect for exploring bars and restaurants. The service was lacking clarity on extra charges, but the staff was friendly. The dining options were somewhat limited, but the Abbey bar staff were efficient and welcoming. The facilities were decent overall, providing a comfortable stay.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms faced a noisy air conditioner, but they were part of a late check-in tour.
Service
6.0
The service lacked clarity on extra charges but the staff remained friendly throughout.
Location
8.0
The hotel is right in the town center, close to souvenir shops, pubs, and entertainment venues.
Dining
7.0
The dining options were somewhat limited, but the staff at the Abbey bar were friendly and efficient.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities provided a decent level of comfort during the stay.
Bill
United States,
May
2023
8.0/10
My stay at the hotel was wonderful overall. The rooms were a bit warm, but I prefer that over being cold. The food was impressive, and the staff went above and beyond, even giving us a complimentary wine and prosecco to celebrate our wedding anniversary.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were perfect for our stay, very central and convenient for everything we wanted to do.
Service
9.0
The staff at the hotel were very pleasant and accommodating, ensuring we had a great experience during our stay. They even quickly moved us to a better room with a view of the harbor.
Location
9.0
The hotel is wonderfully located in the Diamond in the City Centre of Donegal, making it easy to explore the town and enjoy the local attractions.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was good overall, but there were some expectations for breakfast that were not met. The staff, however, were friendly and approachable.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities provided were satisfactory, although there were a few areas for improvement in-room amenities.
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