The Waters Edge Hotel

Hotels
8.4 (446 reviews)
The Waters Edge Hotel , Rathmullan , IE

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Family rooms
Bar
Non-smoking throughout
Private parking
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Good location
Comfortable rooms
Cons:
Limited amenities
Service issues

Categories

Cleanliness
8.36
Mostly clean, but some areas like carpets could use a deep clean.
Service
9.13
Service inconsistencies noted, especially during power outage; staff friendliness was highlighted.
Location
9.37
Location was frequently praised for being great and enjoyable.
Room Quality
8.82
Room size and comfort were appreciated; however, some found issues with noise.
Amenities
7.85
Amenities were limited; unexpected absence of breakfast services.
Value for Money
7.31
Felt overpriced for what was offered, especially with the self-check-in.
Food and Beverage
7.86
Food quality was praised, but lack of breakfast was disappointing.
Overall Experience
8.53
Enjoyable for the most part but issues with staffing and amenities diminished the experience.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-06 12:33

Property Description

Stunning Location by the Sea
Located in Rathmullan, The Waters Edge offers a picturesque setting with easy access to nearby attractions. Guests can enjoy breathtaking sea views from selected rooms, creating a truly memorable stay.

Modern Amenities and Comfort
Each room at The Waters Edge is thoughtfully designed with a flat-screen TV, free WiFi, and a private bathroom stocked with complimentary toiletries. The allergy-free property ensures a comfortable and relaxing environment for all guests.

Convenient Dining and Entertainment Options
Indulge in delicious meals at the on-site restaurant, unwind with a drink at the bar, and explore nearby landmarks such as Oakfield Park and Glenveagh National Park. The hotel's proximity to various attractions provides ample entertainment choices.

Experience seaside serenity and exceptional hospitality at The Waters Edge. Book your stay now for an unforgettable getaway.

Important information:

Every guest must provide card details when making reservation.This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 446 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.36
Service: 9.13
Location: 9.37
Room Quality: 8.82
Amenities: 7.85
Value for Money: 7.31
Food and Beverage: 7.86
Overall Experience: 8.53
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Elaine • solo_traveller • ie
7
Lovely place but expensive when breakfast wasn’t included
Pros:

Nice bar & comfy rooms

Cons:

No breakfast included

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Elaine • extended_group • ie
6
2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Valerie • extended_group • ie
10
Comfortable and Convenient
Pros:

Comfortable Room and Easy Self Check In.
This was a repeat stay.
Will be using again in the future.

Cons:

It served our needs and had nothing to complain about.

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Teresa • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

The view from the dining room and bedroom was fabulous. The staff were very friendly and helpful.

Cons:

We were disappointed that the music as advertised failed to materialise.
Also no extractor fan in the ensuite bathroom.

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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susan • extended_group • us
8
2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Carmel • solo_traveller • gb
10
Comfortable with excellent facilities
Pros:

The hotel is lovely comfortable, the rooms are clean roomy the facilities are excellent 👌

Cons:

It was my first experience of no receptionist and coded entry to the accommodation and individual room but it worked extremely well. I had communicated with hotel staff both by email and telephone their


replies were speedy and very helpful. The accommodation and bar/ restaurant facilites were separate and you have to go out and round to a different entrance the walkway is not covered and I wouldn't like to do that on wet and windy days

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Cieran • couple • ie
9
Pros:

Top Class Accomodation,spacious rooms and very clean. Checking in was easy with clear communications. The Waters Edge is in a stunning location which i would highly recommend to anyone looking for accommodation in the area.

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Joanna • solo_traveller • gb
9
A very functional experience
Pros:

The check-in was fine. The adjacent restaurant was good. The room was quiet and clean. Everything required for a pleasant stay

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Christine • family_with_children • gb
10
Nice place to stay and be based for the night
Pros:

Nice hotel with beautiful views. Friendly staff. Good location with lots of space and easy to walk into Rathmullan.

Cons:

Showers might need an upgrade but still working perfectly.
Would be good to have more outdoor lights turned off at night but minimal disturbance too.

2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Robyn • couple • gb
2
Eat at the restaurant but AVOID the hotel and stay elsewhere!
Pros:

Lovely location.
Restaurant (separate to the hotel I think, and definitely not included in the price of the room) was lovely. Delicious food (breakfast and tea) with a great view and it caters very well for coeliac and other dietary requirements.

Cons:

Dirty room - thick layer of dust and grime on all surfaces, stained bedsheets and a used tissue on the floor. No staff or reception desk and therefore nobody to help with this when we checked in - in fact we didn't get a response to our email until the middle of the night! We therefore had already had to partially clean the room ourselves before sleeping in the dirty sheets for our first night! Thankfully, somebody did come to clean the room, but not until the following afternoon, by which point most of our weekend stay was over.
We were repeatedly ignored and then several weeks later received an aggressive email when we tried to discuss the matter further with them after our stay.
We are a no-frills couple, we do not look for or expect luxury from hotels, however, when paying any price for a hotel room – never mind over 300euros simply for somewhere to sleep and shower (the cost of our stay at the Water’s Edge covered only the room and did not include any other amenities, breakfast etc.) - I think it’s the absolute bare minimum to expect the room you're paying for to be clean!
I initially thought this may have been a poorly handled anomaly, however having since read through more reviews, it seems that we are definitely not the only ones to have found the cleanliness standards at the Water’s Edge significantly lacking! It appears that the hotel has poor hygiene standards alongside poor customer service, with a clear reluctance to take responsibility for not adequately providing a billed service.
My advice – eat at the restaurant but definitely find somewhere else to stay!

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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El Garawany • family_with_children • ie
8
overall our stay was lovely .
Pros:

The hotel spot is so beautiful , overlooking lough Swilly, the staff are so lovely and helpful especially the manager Sean , he helped me with my bags as there is no lift and i had heavy luggage .

Cons:

The breakfast was not included in the price , it was bit expensive then . the price for the room as bed only rate worked out expensive with no breakfast especially the room is very basic.

2026-09-03 • via Nuitee
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Geraldine • couple • us
10
2026-09-02 • via Nuitee
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Michael • couple • gb
1
Pros:

The view was the only positive thing.

Cons:

Suppose to stay two nights only stayed one couldn't have stayed bed was very uncomfortable, room was very basic, for what we paid breakfast should have been included in price. Food was not great. I have been to many hotels but never left a review before. Such a shame great location needs alot of improvement to make it better

2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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Sarah • family_with_children • gb
10
Gorgeous Views
Pros:

Excellent service from start to finish,staff couldn't do enough for you.
Perhaps a fridge in the rooms especially for the summer months.☀️

2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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campbell • extended_group • gb
10
Brilliant highly recommend
Pros:

Easy to find,great parking. Good sized bedrooms & bathrooms. Self checkin & out very straightforward. Great bar and restaurant too. Lovely setting

2026-08-30 • via Nuitee
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Isabella • solo_traveller • it
7
Una bella struttura, ma non è un albergo!
Pros:

La posizione
La bella stanza

Cons:

L'assenza completa di Reception ( è tutto automatizzato)
La mancanza di disponibilità del Ristorante : siamo arrivati nel weekend, e non c'era più alcuna possibilità di prenotare la cena., era tutto completo Questa cosa deve essere scritta chiaramente al momento della prenotazione!
Per la colazione, un inizio troppo tardivo per chi deve partiree : il Ristorante apre alle 9!
Insomma, non esiste un servizio alberghiero.

2026-08-30 • via Nuitee
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Kate • couple • gb
9
2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Steffen • couple • de
4
2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Noreen • solo_traveller • ie
10
Pros:

Everything was brilliant, bedroom very clean and really comfortable. Great view from the window out at the sea.

2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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Helen • couple • gb
9
2026-08-24 • via Nuitee