Slieve Donard

Hotels
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Graduate Hotels
8.8 (126 reviews)
Downs Road, Newcastle, Northern Ireland, BT33 0AH , Newcastle , GB
44-28-43721066

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Pets allowed

Facilities

Free breakfast
Meeting rooms
Full-service spa
Fitness facilities
Proposal/romance packages available
Fireplace in lobby
Health club
Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Garden
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Beautiful location
Nice spa facilities
Good dining options
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Limited food after 10 pm
Room temperature issues

Categories

Cleanliness
7.3
Issues with cleanliness mentioned, particularly in the deluxe room.
Service
9.8
Staff was friendly and accommodating, high praise in several reviews.
Location
9.8
Great location near the golf course and sea, very well-received.
Room Quality
8.3
Rooms generally considered good, but a few issues noted with some specifics.
Amenities
8.8
Spa and bar facilities highly rated, but disappointment in food offerings after hours.
Value for Money
8.3
Mixed feelings about value; some felt not enough was provided for the price.
Food and Beverage
8.8
Breakfast options were good, but some complaints about late-night offerings.
Overall Experience
9.3
Overall pleasant stay with some notable highlights and a few drawbacks.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 06:02

Property Description

Experience the ultimate blend of relaxation and adventure at Slieve Donard, where luxury meets nature’s beauty.

Wellness and Relaxation
Unwind in our full-service spa, offering invigorating massages, rejuvenating body treatments, and refreshing facials. For those seeking to stay active, our health club, indoor pool, and hot tub are perfect for re-energizing.

Dining Delights
Savor local cuisine at J.J. Farrall's, one of our three exceptional restaurants, or enjoy the convenience of 24-hour room service. Wrap up your day with a drink at our stylish bar/lounge, ensuring every moment is catered to.

Exclusive Amenities
Stay connected with complimentary Wi-Fi, and take advantage of our extensive event spaces, ideal for conferences or weddings. With individually decorated rooms featuring espresso makers and Smart TVs, comfort and style await you.

Don’t miss your chance to stay at Slieve Donard; book your getaway today!

Important information:

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:30 PM.
  • The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: BFS

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

  • Pets

    Pets allowed

  • Sustainability Certifications

    Green Tourism Program

  • General

    Professional property host/manager

  • Pets

    Only dogs are allowed

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Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 126 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.3
Service: 9.8
Location: 9.8
Room Quality: 8.3
Amenities: 8.8
Value for Money: 8.3
Food and Beverage: 8.8
Overall Experience: 9.3
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nichola • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Absolutely everything the room was gorgeous and we loved the spa.

2026-06-20 • via Nuitee
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Samantha • solo_traveller • au
10
Pros:

Excellent helpful staff
Clean
Incredibly decorated and furnished
Facilities

2026-06-19 • via Nuitee
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Angela • couple • ie
10
Pros:

5 stars

Cons:

Everything

2026-06-19 • via Nuitee
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Anthony • couple • gb
10
2026-06-17 • via Nuitee
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Donal • couple • gb
8
Breakfast was disappointing. The food menu is also disappointing. The 4th floor attic room is dark and dreary. We asked
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Breakfast and the 4th floor attic rooms.

2026-06-15 • via Nuitee
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Maladh • couple • ie
9
2026-06-15 • via Nuitee
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Katie • family_with_children • gb
10
2026-06-14 • via Nuitee
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Noel • solo_traveller • gb
7
Pros:

It was in a lovely location and the views were amazing

Cons:

There was alot of stains on the sofa that didn't look very hygenic to say the least. The breakfast for the price was quite minimal, a self service buffet which.in my opinion for the price they charge it should be sit down and menu. The food was ok but the poached eggs were a mess in there container and there was no white bread available.

2026-06-14 • via Nuitee
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Christer • couple • ie
6
Pros:

Nice room and a beautiful location

Cons:

Quality of food in the restaurant wasn’t great.

2026-06-14 • via Nuitee
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aidan • extended_group • ie
6
Good service and location would benefit from upgrading or modernising the room
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Rooms were dark decor

2026-06-13 • via Nuitee
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Colette • couple • gb
10
2026-06-12 • via Nuitee
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Lloyd • couple • ie
10
Best time yet …room was upgraded..made my birthday weekend much more special ….food in the place is the best
Pros:

The location is great,with beautiful views

Cons:

Pool is a little bit busy at times on Saturday

2026-06-11 • via Nuitee
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roland • solo_traveller • be
9
2026-06-11 • via Nuitee
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Cathal • couple • gb
7
2026-06-10 • via Nuitee
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Caoimhe • couple • gb
8
Lovely & cosy overnight stay
Pros:

Dinner was perfect in JJ Farrells (even if we were asked if everything was okay with the main course five times by four different members of staff), bed, pillows and duvet were so comfortable! Bar staff, reception, concierge were all exceptional

Cons:

Bathroom could have been cleaner (black gunk in the overflow hole - got stuck under my nails a few times; cobwebs)

2026-06-09 • via Nuitee
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david • solo_traveller • ie
9
2026-06-08 • via Nuitee
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Sharlene • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-06-08 • via Nuitee
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GP • couple • gb
1
Disappointed
Pros:

Nothing my family’s had a terrible 2 days experience

Cons:

To much to explain

2026-06-08 • via Nuitee
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Anthony • family_with_children • gb
10
Pros:

Brilliant staff,from reception onwards we received top class service

Cons:

Honestly cannot think of any negatives

2026-06-08 • via Nuitee
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Dion • couple • gb
10
2026-06-07 • via Nuitee