Arnolds Hotel

Hotels
8.8 (1013 reviews)
Main Street , Dunfanaghy , IE
+353 74 913 6208

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
Family rooms
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent service
Great location
Delicious food
Comfortable accommodations
Cons:
Room temperature issues
Slightly dated decor

Categories

Cleanliness
8.51
Rooms were clean and comfortable, though slightly dated.
Service
8.98
Staff were warm, friendly, and accommodating throughout the stay.
Location
9.02
Excellent location, providing easy access to the beach and stunning sea views.
Room Quality
8.47
Rooms were described as warm, comfortable, and spacious, with some dated aspects.
Amenities
8.5
Amenities included a cosy reception area and good dining options.
Value for Money
8.96
Very good value for the quality of the stay, particularly for the breakfast.
Food and Beverage
9.01
Food was described as excellent, with specific praise for breakfast and dinner.
Overall Experience
8.98
A memorable stay with plans to return, highlighting overall satisfaction.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 06:27

Property Description

Stunning Views and Award-Winning Dining

Arnold's Hotel in Dunfanaghy village offers breathtaking views of Sheephaven Bay and Horn Head, along with easy access to the sandy beach of Killahoey Strand. Guests can enjoy horse-riding activities and dine at the renowned Seascapes Restaurant, recipient of an AA Rosette award.

Comfortable Rooms and Delicious Cuisine

The en suite rooms at Arnold's Hotel are elegantly decorated and equipped with free wifi and parking. Seascapes Restaurant showcases local produce with a variety of seafood, ethnic, and vegetarian options, while the Whiskey Fly Bar offers bar food and live Irish music. Indulge in popular homemade desserts and hearty full Irish breakfasts daily.

Convenient Location and Special Offers

Located in North Donegal, the hotel is a short drive from Ards Forest Park and Glenveagh National Park. Guests can take advantage of discounts on fishing trips, craft shops, and golfing at Dunfanaghy Golf Club. Experience the best of Donegal at Arnold's Hotel.

Important information:

Please note that the property is located on upper-level floors with no elevator access.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: 11:00 AM
Airport code: BFS

Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 1013 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.51
Service: 8.98
Location: 9.02
Room Quality: 8.47
Amenities: 8.5
Value for Money: 8.96
Food and Beverage: 9.01
Overall Experience: 8.98
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Rachel • extended_group • gb
10
2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Sarah • extended_group • gb
9
Pros:

Having explained about my friend's retirement after thirty years in the NHS, I was so happy to receive a complementary upgrade to a Seaview room for three; the view was fabulous! The food was delicious (we had breakfast both mornings and dinner on Sat evening) and the staff were also so friendly and helpful. I have stayed here a number of times and will continue to come back!

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Michele • solo_traveller • ie
8
Pros:

Great breakfast

Cons:

Shower was poor

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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karin • solo_traveller • at
9
2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Catherine • couple • gb
10
2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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David • solo_traveller • gb
9
Overnight in Donegal
Pros:

Nice Staff
Comfortable
Good breakfast
Great location

Cons:

Maybe a bit too expensive?

2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Alexandra • solo_traveller • mt
9
Donafaghy Base
Pros:

Location is good, staff were lovely. Both dinner and breakfast very good. Room was nothing special but adequate. Close to a beautiful beach.

Cons:

Given the location, I think it was quite expensive, more than large cities.

2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Lynn • couple • gb
9
We had a fantastic stay as part of 60th birthday celebrations - hotel provided excellent service throughout - would reco
Pros:

Welcoming, clean and very comfortable

Cons:

Rooms are a bit dated

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Anne • couple • gb
10
Lovely stay
Pros:

The chairs in the bar and in the lobby would need a good clean

Cons:

Great location

2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
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Hogue • couple • us
10
2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
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Michael • solo_traveller • gb
7
Good stay but restaurant food could be improved
Pros:

Comfortable and relaxedness

2026-09-04 • via Nuitee
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Josef • solo_traveller • at
6
Pros:

Die Zimmergröße

Cons:

Zimmer war nicht ordentlich gereinigt. Es lagen benutzte Handttücher herum, eine angefangene Trinkflasche von irgendjemand stan herum. Der Vorhang hatte ein großes Loch. Das Badezimmer war stellenweise feucht.

2026-09-04 • via Nuitee
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Barbara • solo_traveller • it
10
2026-09-01 • via Nuitee
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Ben • couple • gb
10
2026-09-01 • via Nuitee
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Majella • couple • gb
10
Central with parking!
Pros:

Great location, good parking behind and in front of the hotel. If you’re wanting to stay in Dunfanaghy it’s the only place to go!

Cons:

Nothing was very good

2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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Micol • couple • it
10
Ottimo hotel con ottimo ristorante
Pros:

Tutto

Cons:

Nulla

2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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Carla • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Staff very pleasent. Room very comfortable clean and warm

2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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Kieran • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-08-22 • via Nuitee
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Carla • solo_traveller • gb
10
A little gem in a beautiful village
Pros:

A beautiful environment with great staff. Very clean and tidy. A fabulous breakfast and a beautiful pint of Guinness

Cons:

Absolutely nothing

2026-08-22 • via Nuitee
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David • extended_group • gb
8
Good choice in Dunfanaghy
Pros:

Nice rooms, good staff.
Good breakfast choices.
Comfy beds.
Right in centre.

Cons:

Noisy gig downstairs went on until late. But I’m sure that’s not every night.

2026-08-19 • via Nuitee