Inishowen Gateway Hotel

Hotels
8.7 (1479 reviews)
Railway Road , Buncrana , ie

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Health or beauty spa nearby
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Terrace
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean room
Comfortable bed
Friendly staff
Great location
Spacious room
Cons:
Poor bar service
Long wait times for food
Noisy corridors
High breakfast costs

Categories

Cleanliness
8.31
The room was very clean, but overall cleanliness was impacted by noise and disturbance from children and other guests.
Service
9.08
Staff were mostly friendly and accommodating, but there were some significant service delays, especially in dining.
Location
9.32
Great location noted in multiple reviews, appealing to both families and tourists.
Room Quality
9.27
Spacious and comfortable rooms, contributing to a positive experience.
Amenities
8.8
Good amenities including a swimming pool and bar, though vending services could improve.
Value for Money
8.06
Some food prices considered high relative to quality; breakfast less than expected.
Food and Beverage
7.81
Mixed reviews on food quality with some particularly negative experiences regarding bar service.
Overall Experience
8.98
Overall a good experience, but marred by service delays and some disappointing food experiences.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 06:59

Property Description

Luxury Spa and Pool
Indulge in relaxation at the luxury spa and 20-metre pool, offering a range of beauty treatments and wellness facilities.

Gourmet Dining
Experience the best of Irish cuisine at the modern Irish restaurant and Peninsula Restaurant, serving creative dishes with local produce.

Scenic Views and Golf
Enjoy picturesque views of Lough Swilly from colourful bedrooms, and take advantage of free golfing at the nearby Buncrana Golf Course.

Experience luxury, relaxation, and culinary delights at The Inishowen Gateway Hotel. Book now for an unforgettable stay.

Important information:

Guests are kindly asked to book at reception to go golfing.

During quieter months the Peninsula Restaurant may be closed and dinner served in Lough View Bar.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: LDY

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 12 years old stay for € 20 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.7
Based on 1479 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.31
Service: 9.08
Location: 9.32
Room Quality: 9.27
Amenities: 8.8
Value for Money: 8.06
Food and Beverage: 7.81
Overall Experience: 8.98
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Mairéad • couple • ie
9
Pros:

Lovely location and lovely scenery...
Food was delicious 😋
Very pleasant staff

Cons:

The rain 🌧 and there's nothing anyone can do about the weather 😊

2026-03-21 • via Nuitee
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Karen • couple • gb
10
Excellent food and the hotel was amazing
Pros:

The staff were friendly and helpful nothing was too much trouble for them.

Cons:

We enjoyed our whole trip and we will definitely be back soon

2026-03-20 • via Nuitee
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Tatiana • solo_traveller • gb
10
Excellent couldn't ask for more
2026-03-20 • via Nuitee
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Francis • couple • gb
9
All good stayed there before would again
Pros:

Breakfast good location perfect Guinness tops
We went to visit the location of my gran and grandad home back when I was a kid it was the original house at Portaw right at the beach 1st house there and so sad to see it has been demolished and a big villa built in its place we had so many memories there but alas time moves on.😪

Cons:

Out of your hands RAIN

2026-03-20 • via Nuitee
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Marks • couple • gb
10
2026-03-19 • via Nuitee
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Sullivan • couple • ie
7
2026-03-18 • via Nuitee
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wilhelmina • couple • gb
8
Pros:

Position, big and airy

2026-03-17 • via Nuitee
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Dalzell • couple • gb
10
2026-03-16 • via Nuitee
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Furey85 • couple • gb
10
Pros:

Staff so friendly, clean, good size rooms. Great location

Cons:

Nothing I didn't like. Love this place

2026-03-15 • via Nuitee
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sinead • couple • gb
10
2026-03-10 • via Nuitee
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Diana • couple • ie
10
2026-03-09 • via Nuitee
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Jessica • couple • gb
10
2026-03-08 • via Nuitee
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B7758EEpatriciad • Couples
10
Highly Recommend!
Pros:

Lovely hotel and staff, great location would highly recommend. We had a lovely time at this Hotel and Buncrana gave us great weather for the 2 days we were there! We had never been to Buncrana but will definitely be back :)

2026-03-05 • via Tripadvisor
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W6346KXmargaretb • Couples
10
Great stay only a stones throw from home
Pros:

Great stay as always food and staff brilliant and rooms were spotless

2026-03-05 • via Tripadvisor
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Hegarty • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-03-04 • via Nuitee
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caitbandicoot • Family • London, England
10
Lovely hotel and friendly staff
Pros:

The staff in this hotel are so friendly and helpful which is why we choose to stay here every year when coming to Buncrana to visit family. The hotel is always clean and comfortable and it is hard to beat the view from the restaurant for breakfast. It is ideally situated a short walk from the beach, the pier and the town centre.

2026-03-01 • via Tripadvisor
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Denise • couple • gb
10
Pros:

I enjoyed my night away, it was nice and comfortable, the only thing was I was there for a wedding when I booked the room the breakfast was not excluded, but had a great time

2026-03-01 • via Nuitee
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Daniel • couple • ie
10
I enjoyed my stay thoroughly.
Pros:

Service

Cons:

Provide chairs in bedrooms

2026-03-01 • via Nuitee
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Eileen • family_with_children • gb
5
Could have been better
Pros:

We paid for breakfast but room service wasn’t available

Cons:

Food wasn’t great family wedding venue room wasn’t very warm

2026-02-28 • via Nuitee
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normawilson11 • Friends getaway
10
Good Hotel
Pros:

Second time to be at here -Hotel clean, very friendly staff, rooms nice and good value . Dinner excellent on both nights, breakfast good also but would love it if they would do more of a selection for continental breakfast.(cut up fruit, pancakes, smoothies) Overall I will be back again soon.

2026-02-25 • via Tripadvisor