Castle gate lodge

Hotels
8.7 (336 reviews)
35 Waterloo Street , Derry Londonderry , gb

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Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Non-smoking throughout

Review Highlights

Pros:
Central location
Clean and comfortable rooms
Cons:
Noisy at night
Some issues with service responsiveness

Categories

Cleanliness
8.4
Generally clean and well-kept, but some noise from the location affected the overall perception.
Service
8.87
Good communication from the owner, but responsiveness varied.
Location
9.3
Very central location, perfect for access to town amenities.
Room Quality
8.55
Comfortable rooms, though some had noise issues.
Amenities
8.68
Good shared kitchen facilities, but occasional shortages.
Value for Money
8.45
High-quality accommodation for the price, though some noise detracts slightly.
Food and Beverage
8.59
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Overall Experience
8.76
Overall enjoyable stay, ideal for those looking for central accommodation.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-20 11:44

Property Description

Centrally Located Oasis
Nestled in the heart of Derry Londonderry, Castle gate lodge offers a convenient escape with modern comforts and historical charm.

Cozy and Well-Equipped Rooms
Indulge in a restful stay with amenities like flat-screen TVs, plush bedding, and private bathrooms in every room.

Nearby Attractions
Discover popular landmarks such as Buncrana Golf Club, Oakfield Park, and Raphoe Castle just a short distance away.

For a memorable stay in Derry Londonderry, book your room at Castle gate lodge today!

Important information:

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

8.7
Based on 336 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.4
Service: 8.87
Location: 9.3
Room Quality: 8.55
Amenities: 8.68
Value for Money: 8.45
Food and Beverage: 8.59
Overall Experience: 8.76
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xiaroc • solo_traveller • es
7
2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
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Leah • couple • ie
10
2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Vicky • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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John • couple • gb
10
Very handy location in the city centre. Nice comfy clean room.
Pros:

Very handy location in the city centre. Nice comfy clean room.

2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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Michelle • extended_group • gb
8
Overall we enjoyed our stay
Pros:

It was very central

Cons:

The front door was stuck when we first arrived. We eventually got in but we noticed over the 2 days we were there the front door didn’t close properly.ourselves and the other people who were there tried closing it but it seemed there was a problem with the mechanism. Just felt abit vulnerable in bed at night when the street was so busy and the door wouldn’t close

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Ronan • couple • gb
10
Clean and central
Pros:

Parful

Cons:

Central

2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Joey • couple • ca
10
Pros:

Chambre parfaitement située!!!!

2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
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Baxter • couple • gb
10
well worth will stay again
Pros:

location brilliant

Cons:

all good

2026-07-10 • via Nuitee
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Dermot • solo_traveller • ie
9
2026-07-06 • via Nuitee
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patrick • extended_group • gb
9
2026-07-02 • via Nuitee
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Hugh Enda Carr • solo_traveller • ie
9
Pros:

Good location. Good value. Clean and well decorated with carpet throughout.

2026-06-30 • via Nuitee
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Lorrie MB • solo_traveller • ie
10
Pros:

Location

Cons:

A proper size ironing board on kitchen would be appreciated

2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
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Murphy • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-06-26 • via Nuitee
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maufraw • solo_traveller • ca
8
Pros:

L'emplacement au coeur de l'action, chambre moyennement grande mais très correcte, belle salle de bain. Lieu soigné avec un beau tapis dans tout l'établissement ce qui évite les bruits nuisibles. Belle cuisine commune à l'etage..

Cons:

J'aurais aimé des barres pour les serviettes dans la salle de bain, au moins un fauteuil dans la chambre, une deuxième table de chevet et un matelas de lit plus ferme. Mais bon, c'est peut-être trop demander à ce prix !!

2026-06-23 • via Nuitee
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Trueman • extended_group • gb
10
Great location on Waterloo street, very clean and comfortable
Pros:

Clean, good location, good value

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-22 • via Nuitee
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Donald • family_with_children • ie
8
Pros:

All good, would gladly stay again if visiting

2026-06-18 • via Nuitee
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Gary • solo_traveller • gb
7
Pros:

Location

Cons:

No coffee or tea in room

2026-06-15 • via Nuitee
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Thomas • extended_group • ie
9
Pros:

Easy to get to every where

2026-06-15 • via Nuitee
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Aaron • solo_traveller • gb
8
An Honest review.
Pros:

The location is key for pubs and getting to the guildhall for concerts etc. room is super clean, for the money you pay for you can't complain. It's a bed to lay your head. Room 2 is right on the street next to the pubs, perfect for people watching it that's your thing, just know that the same people you're looking at can see you too.

Cons:

See a lot of people complaining about noise from the streets which good soundproofing might help with but complaining to the owners about cars revving or the noise of the pubs is literally nothing the owners can do. Great for sleeping for one night, if you're looking for a week stay and don't like people having fun or being loud around pubs then best to book something else.

2026-06-14 • via Nuitee
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Orla • extended_group • gb
10
Very happy with this. Exceptional
Pros:

Very central. Beds r so comfy

Cons:

Gets noisy late night/ early morning from bars but this was expected as we booked a Saturday night

2026-06-14 • via Nuitee