Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Room service
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
See all facilities

Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly Staff
Great Location
Cons:
Bathroom Needs Refreshing
Limited Breakfast Quality

Categories

Cleanliness
8.83
Most reviews noted the hotel was clean, but one mentioned a small issue with the shower nozzle.
Service
9.8
Nearly all reviews highlighted the staff's friendliness and helpfulness.
Location
9.34
Several reviews indicated the location was ideal for exploring the area.
Room Quality
8.29
Mixed comments on the quality; some rooms were noted as tired or dark.
Amenities
8.82
Generally regarded positively, though not heavily detailed in reviews.
Value for Money
9.28
Guests felt they received good value overall for the services provided.
Food and Beverage
8.33
Breakfast was noted as needing improvement, especially with specific complaints about options.
Overall Experience
9.3
Overall, guests expressed high satisfaction and enjoyment during their stay.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-06 11:53

Property Description

Elegance in the Heart of Donegal

Elegantly Designed Bedrooms: Experience luxury and comfort in our beautifully designed bedrooms, perfect for a relaxing stay in the rolling hills of Donegal.

Culinary Delights in a Historic Setting: Indulge in exquisite seafood dishes at the Old Church Restaurant, housed in a converted 150-year-old church. Enjoy fresh fish caught daily from Irish shores in a unique and historic ambiance.

Relaxation and Entertainment: Unwind in the Fort Bar's lounge and sun terrace, offering live music and a bistro menu. Don't forget to savor some tea and scones in the cozy foyer area for the ultimate relaxation experience.

Experience the charm of An Grianan Hotel and book your stay now!

Important information:

The Old Church Restaurant is only open on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays. These days are subject to change, at the discretion of the hotel.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: LDY

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free public 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 1 year old stay for free when using an available cot.
    People no matter the age stay for free when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Location

Guest Reviews

9
Based on 1404 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.83
Service: 9.8
Location: 9.34
Room Quality: 8.29
Amenities: 8.82
Value for Money: 9.28
Food and Beverage: 8.33
Overall Experience: 9.3
C
Carlos • solo_traveller • ch
10
Great place to sleep close to derry in the natural Ireland
Pros:

Great hotel alternative to avoid sleeping in Derry, this hotel is close to ancient castle and the lake and has great service , breakfast is served inside ancient church. Staff is very friendly and helpful

Cons:

That I could not stay longer

2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
W
William • solo_traveller • gb
10
Excellent
Pros:

Excellent choice

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
C
Can Ferrar • solo_traveller • it
8
2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
D
Derek • solo_traveller • ie
8
2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
W
Wendy • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
B
Boylan • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
P
Patrick • solo_traveller • ie
9
Pros:

Good pub in the hotel, with good quality food at reasonable prices.
Good vibe around the place.
Excellent breakfast choice in an amazing restaurant.

Cons:

The strips at the bottom of screen for the in bath shower was in serious need of replacing. A very easy fix.
Couldn't say another bad word about the hotel.

2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
C
Colin • couple • gb
10
2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
G
Gerard • couple • ie
10
2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
S
Sohaib • solo_traveller • ie
10
Pros:

Everything! Great ambience, spotless and comfortable rooms, friendly staff, and a perfect location. 10/10

Cons:

The rating—it deserves to be a 4-star hotel.

2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
T
Terry • solo_traveller • th
7
Bar, food, staff all top quality, fix the breakfast coffee!
Pros:

Very friendly staff. Wi-fi ok. Good bar staff. Food (dinner) very good quality.

Cons:

Fixed shower head only worked - hand held shower head didn't, maybe just unlucky in my room..No bottled water in rooms. Breakfast options were fairly basic, but sufficient, yet the coffee was undrinkable - order tea and get a coffee elsewhere..

2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
J
joan • extended_group • gb
10
Great very relaxing and comfortable
Pros:

Breakfast was good, Evening meal very good, good portions good menue.
Staff very plesant , no push to eat or drink up.
Very relaxing.

Cons:

No

2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
D
Doyle • couple • ie
10
2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
E
Elizabeth • family_with_children • gb
4
Musty smells of carpets and no air conditioning or fan in July heatwaves
Pros:

Staff in breakfast room were efficient, pleasant and well-groomed.

Cons:

No air-conditioning in July heatwave, no fans available as they were ‘all gone’. View from unwashed window is a trellis fence. Ground floor room and corridor feels like a basement. Heavy old furnishings retaining musty smells. Flies in room on arrival.
At check in was told meals are served in the bar until 845pm. At 630pm we made our way to the bar to have dinner, no one to greet us at entrance, after 5 minutes we were ushered in by manager who took us to the back room, pointed at a table for us to sit at in the corner. On approach we see it is loaded with neighbouring table’s rubbish. They take it back. Manager comes to ‘clean table’ ie wipe it with strong smelling wet cloth. No one asks us if we want a drink. We wait. 10 minutes later a very junior member of staff cleared the neighbouring table and mentioned apologetically that there is at least 30 minutes wait for food ‘because of the beer garden’ we leave and drive 8 miles to a supermarket to get snacks. Disappointed especially when we had checked the menu in the afternoon.
Breakfast- very small bowl of porridge. Lots of cereals but only 1 big bowl of fruit salad. Poached egg tasted of vinegar. Coffee tasted like a bad blend.
A grand facade with lingering bad smells in need of carpet shampooing, air conditioning and new showers.

2026-07-14 • via Nuitee
S
Sandra • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Staff were exceptional , nothing was any bother to them
Breakfast was really good

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-14 • via Nuitee
J
john • family_with_children • gb
10
Pros:

The staff where amazing and very helpful. Couldnt have asked for more

2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
A
Agnieszka • solo_traveller • gb
10
Exelant
Pros:

Size of room, very clean, lovely breakfast,

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
D
David • solo_traveller • ie
10
2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
R
Rosario • solo_traveller • ie
10
2026-07-11 • via Nuitee
D
Deirdre • couple • gb
8
Great value & staff
Pros:

The staff are amazing, very friendly & welcoming

2026-07-11 • via Nuitee