The Harbour Inn

Hotels
9.1 (2059 reviews)
Derry Road , Buncrana , ie

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Family rooms
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
Facilities for disabled guests
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great service
Comfortable rooms
Cons:
No significant complaints

Categories

Cleanliness
9.04
Rooms very clean and tidy, including spacious bathrooms.
Service
9.51
Staff are very helpful, courteous, and friendly.
Location
9.05
Great location with scenic views and convenience.
Room Quality
9
Spacious and comfortable rooms with all necessary amenities.
Amenities
9.03
All needed facilities available, including excellent breakfast options.
Value for Money
8.99
Very good value for the quality of service and offerings.
Food and Beverage
9.04
Excellent food quality with breakfast and dinner well received.
Overall Experience
9.11
Overall very enjoyable, with no significant complaints.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-06 11:44

Property Description

Spectacular Views and Coastal Comfort

Luxurious Accommodation: The Harbour Inn boasts spacious bedrooms with private bathrooms, ensuring a comfortable stay for guests. Each room is equipped with modern amenities including a TV, hairdryer, and tea/coffee making facilities.

Delicious Dining and Entertainment: Indulge in a bistro-style menu at The Harbour Bar, featuring locally sourced ingredients. Enjoy live music every Saturday night and catch live sports on 4 large plasma-screen TVs.

Convenient Location and Leisure Activities: Just a short walk from the beach, guests can explore the stunning countryside walks surrounding the inn. Additionally, the Northwest Golf Club is within walking distance, perfect for golf enthusiasts.

Experience coastal charm and exceptional hospitality at The Harbour Inn - book your stay now for a memorable getaway.

Important information:

Please note that all prices are charged in Euros and different exchange rates may apply.

We can charge cards in some other currencies however the rate will be converted on the day of payment and is out of our control.

Dinner and Breakfast is advised to be booked in advance of arrival to the hotel.Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM

Property Policies

  • Parking

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

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all 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.
    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.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.1
Based on 2059 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.04
Service: 9.51
Location: 9.05
Room Quality: 9
Amenities: 9.03
Value for Money: 8.99
Food and Beverage: 9.04
Overall Experience: 9.11
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Alexandra • couple • li
8
Ruhiges Hotel am Meer
Pros:

Extrem saubere Zimmer. Das Pub im gleichen Haus serviert sehr gutes Essen.
Schnelles und unkompliziertes Einchecken.
Frühstück sehr reichhaltig, schönes Ambiente im Frühstücksraum.

Cons:

Zimmer etwas klein. Lage zwar am Meer aber leider etwas ausserhalb des Dorfes.

2026-06-06 • via Nuitee
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Heather • couple • gb
10
2026-06-06 • via Nuitee
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Margaret • solo_traveller • ie
8
Lovely 4 night stay at the Harbour Inn
Pros:

Our room was on the ground floor as requested as I have mobility issues and find stairs difficult, it was spotlessly clean and bed was very comfortable. Only issues i had was getting in and out of the shower as it was in the bath.
Staff were lovely, helpful and polite.

Cons:

Nothing we didn't like

2026-06-05 • via Nuitee
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Deirdre • solo_traveller • ie
10
Loved it stayed on two separate occasions
Pros:

Lovely for the children family room was amazing

2026-06-05 • via Nuitee
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Kathleen • solo_traveller • gb
10
Excellent
Pros:

Television had no signal
It was no problem getting us moved to another room. Food in restaurant was great especially the monkfish.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-03 • via Nuitee
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Paddy • couple • ie
10
A one night stay; beautiful hotel; great food; excellent staff; enjoyed the bar. All really good
Pros:

Beautiful Hotel across the road from a beautiful beach; really comfortable

Cons:

There was nothing to dislike; great hotel

2026-06-02 • via Nuitee
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Achim • couple • de
9
2026-06-01 • via Nuitee
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Irvine • solo_traveller • gb
10
A brilliant place to say.
Pros:

Excellent accommodation, excellent food, excellent customer service, excellent location ( you can walk from the hotel to the beach across the road ). Just excellent in every way.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-01 • via Nuitee
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astengo • solo_traveller • it
10
2026-06-01 • via Nuitee
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DEREK • couple • gb
10
Highly recomend, Great facility and food. very well priced.
Pros:

Excellant service, Great dinner with entertainment, Breakfast cooked and selfservice ,loads off choice,5 stars.

2026-06-01 • via Nuitee
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erin • couple • gb
10
2026-05-31 • via Nuitee
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Henry • solo_traveller • ie
10
Joes day
Pros:

How clean and fresh the room was and staff were very good and helpful

Cons:

I didnt spend enough time there

2026-05-31 • via Nuitee
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Gerald • solo_traveller • gb
8
Very satisfactory, except for the inadvisability of walking into town.
Pros:

Clean, orderly, well trained staff. Spacious bedroom.

Cons:

Too far from town to walk along a very busy road with speeding cars and many heavy vehicles.

2026-05-29 • via Nuitee
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Annette • couple • gb
10
2026-05-29 • via Nuitee
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Tom • couple • gb
10
Pros:

Fantastic hospitality .

Thankyou all

2026-05-26 • via Nuitee
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seamus • couple • gb
9
2026-05-25 • via Nuitee
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Mcgrady • couple • gb
9
Pros:

Friendly staff and a good variety for Breakfast.

Cons:

Room didn't smell fresh when we entered but left the window open for a while.

2026-05-24 • via Nuitee
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Mark • couple • gb
9
Very nice stay. Very comfortable.
2026-05-24 • via Nuitee
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daithi • solo_traveller • ie
9
Pros:

Great foid in restaurant and good breakfast.

2026-05-23 • via Nuitee
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graham • couple • gb
8
Good clean, well kept hotel with good food
Pros:

great sized room with sea view. Breakfast & evening meal good

Cons:

a long way out of Buncrana

2026-05-19 • via Nuitee