The Great Northern Hotel

Hotels
7.7 (1453 reviews)
Sea Road , Bundoran , ie

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent location
Helpful and friendly staff
Good/pleasant food
Comfortable beds and spacious rooms
Large, relaxing reception area
Cons:
Cleanliness issues / dirty spots reported
Perceived poor value for money / overpriced at peak times
Dated rooms and bathrooms; pool needs refurbishment
Slow service and long queues at meal times
Room maintenance issues (shower pressure, sockets, ventilation)

Categories

Cleanliness
5.2
Multiple reviews mention dirty areas (nappy in bin, 'dirty in places') and dated/unclean details; cleanliness is a clear weak point.
Service
8.9
Staff are frequently described as helpful and friendly (helped change rooms, very good staff, helpful bar staff), though some reports of indifferent or rude housekeeping and occasional slow service were noted.
Location
9.3
Location is repeatedly praised (convenient, near golf course, great location) and is a strong positive across reviews.
Room Quality
8.3
Many guests mention comfortable beds and spacious, clean rooms, but several note dated rooms, poor shower pressure, poor views or ventilation — generally good but inconsistently maintained.
Amenities
8
Leisure facilities and a large reception area are appreciated, though the swimming pool and some facilities are described as outdated and in need of refurbishment.
Value for Money
5.8
Several guests explicitly say the hotel is overpriced (not good value at peak times, expensive checkout extension charge); value is a recurring concern.
Food and Beverage
8.4
Food is frequently praised as lovely/good, though some mention small portions, warm buffet items, and slow service at times.
Overall Experience
7.7
Mixed overall impressions: many enjoyed the location, staff and food for a pleasant stay, but cleanliness, dated decor and perceived poor value reduced overall satisfaction.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-08-13 10:03

Property Description

Luxurious 4-Star Hotel in Bundoran

Championship Golf Course: The Great Northern Hotel offers an historic and challenging 18-hole championship golf course, providing a picturesque backdrop for your stay.

Leisure Club and Wellness Facilities: Enjoy access to a modern gym, indoor pool, sauna, steam room, and hot tub at the on-site leisure club, perfect for relaxation and rejuvenation.

Gastronomic Delights and Scenic Views: Indulge in delicious meals at Tir Connaill Restaurant with stunning views of the golf course. The Bistro Bar and Atlantic Bar offer diverse menus throughout the day, ensuring a delightful dining experience.

Immerse yourself in the beauty of Bundoran's parkland and coastline, with activities like fishing, hiking, and surfing right at your doorstep. Book now for an unforgettable stay at The Great Northern Hotel.

Important information:

When booking for 14 people or more, different policies and additional supplements will apply. Payment may be taken any time after booking.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

7.7
Based on 1453 reviews
Cleanliness: 5.2
Service: 8.9
Location: 9.3
Room Quality: 8.3
Amenities: 8
Value for Money: 5.8
Food and Beverage: 8.4
Overall Experience: 7.7
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Emer • family_with_children • gb
8
2026-08-15 • via Nuitee
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Lysa • family_with_children • gb
7
Lovley setting but rooms need a bit of updating
Pros:

But plenty on offer. Easy access to a table and comfortable seats and booths.

Cons:

Breakfast ingredients were a bit low quality. The restaurant was very warm and that made the breakfast a bit uncomfortable

2026-08-14 • via Nuitee
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McInerney • couple • ie
6
2026-08-12 • via Nuitee
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Jonathan • couple • gb
4
Pros:

The breakfast and location

Cons:

The room was cold and had to ring a few times to get the heating turned on and it was only on a very short time so was very disappointed with that

2026-08-12 • via Nuitee
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Helen • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

Excellent location for beach and town. The family room for 2 adults and 2 children was great. Plenty of room and beds.
Food was very good although breakfast time in restaurant was busy. Bar food very good.

Cons:

Pancake maker machine at breakfast was too slow.
No play park for children is a big miss. More children's activities would be good.

2026-08-11 • via Nuitee
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PishThePenguin • solo_traveller • ie
8
Pros:

Stunning views, I went here for a tattoo convention and it's a lovely place with a good bar and nice food.

Cons:

I think I just got unlucky because there were a lot of moths in my room.
This it needs a little updating in the rooms.

2026-08-10 • via Nuitee
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William • solo_traveller • gb
7
2026-08-10 • via Nuitee
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Denton • solo_traveller • gb
7
2026-08-10 • via Nuitee
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Burns • couple • gb
10
2026-08-09 • via Nuitee
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Sharon • extended_group • gb
6
2026-08-09 • via Nuitee
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Aine • family_with_children • ie
10
2026-08-07 • via Nuitee
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Karen • solo_traveller • ie
3
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Dirty nappy in bin. Horrible odur in room.
Wall socket not working.Tea tray no where near a socket and on a floor level shelf
Main light flickering
3 family members served while 4th had to to wait 15 minutes longer.

2026-08-07 • via Nuitee
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Stynes • extended_group • ie
1
2026-08-06 • via Nuitee
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Patrick • solo_traveller • ie
10
2026-08-06 • via Nuitee
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Kathleen • solo_traveller • ie
10
Pros:

Food very good , loved the big reception area ..where you could relax all day if you wanted to

Cons:

Just find all hotels are over priced

2026-08-06 • via Nuitee
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Troy • couple • gb
5
2026-08-05 • via Nuitee
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Tom • couple • gb
9
Good value, family friendly
Pros:

Its location, and quality of staff. Lovely food.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-05 • via Nuitee
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Sonia • extended_group • gb
6
2026-08-05 • via Nuitee
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Jane • solo_traveller • ie
6
Beautiful hotel - not good value for money at peak times
Pros:

Spacious and clean rooms, lovely food, mostly friendly staff, live music, nice leisure facilities.

Cons:

Had to wait a very long time for food in the evening, had to queue a long time for breakfast in the morning, and the housekeeping staff we encountered were rude and unfriendly. All of these comments were taken to the duty manager and she was very apologeti and kind.

I paid Bank Holiday premium for our stay and didn't feel it was value for money. I also think charging 25 euro per hour for an extension to checkout is very expensive.

2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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Sinead • solo_traveller • ie
5
2026-08-03 • via Nuitee