Central Hotel Donegal

Hotels
8.6 (2255 reviews)
The Diamond , Donegal , IE

Children allowed

Facilities

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

Pros:
Excellent location
Friendly and accommodating staff
Clean rooms
Good food
Cons:
Noise disturbances
Room quality inconsistencies
Bar closure early

Categories

Cleanliness
8.78
The room was clean and comfortable, with good reviews about cleanliness.
Service
8.85
Staff were friendly, accommodating, and helpful, contributing positively to the service experience.
Location
9.19
Location was excellent with many reviewers highlighting its central placement and convenience.
Room Quality
7.94
Room quality varied, with some rooms being basic and comments about noise negatively impacting the experience.
Amenities
8.57
The amenities were appreciated, though the bar closing early was a downside for some.
Value for Money
8.33
Though some thought the price was high for the experience provided, others found it reasonable for the location.
Food and Beverage
8.68
Food quality was generally good with positive mentions of breakfast and staff service.
Overall Experience
8.45
Overall experience rated well but impacted by noise issues and room allocation concerns.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 01:14

Property Description

Central Hotel Donegal is your perfect retreat in the heart of Donegal Town. Indulge in the convenience of varied dining options, live entertainment, and complimentary leisure facilities.

Dining Delights: Enjoy the taste of Ireland at our restaurant, serving fresh Irish produce daily.

Leisure and Entertainment: Unwind in our leisure centre featuring a swimming pool, spa bath, steam room, and gym. Join us at the bar for weekend entertainment to elevate your stay.

Ideal Location: Immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of Donegal Town, surrounded by charming bars and restaurants, and just a short stroll away from the scenic Donegal Bay Waterbus.

Book your stay at Central Hotel Donegal now for an unforgettable experience!

Important information:

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 2255 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.78
Service: 8.85
Location: 9.19
Room Quality: 7.94
Amenities: 8.57
Value for Money: 8.33
Food and Beverage: 8.68
Overall Experience: 8.45
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Susan • couple • us
10
Easy access
Pros:

Great location, parking just behind for a small fee, super clean and comfortable.

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Mary • family_with_children • ie
8
Warm welcome in The Central Hotel
Pros:

The warm welcome by the staff really means so much. The hotel is very clean and the room very comfortable.

Cons:

The lifts don't really get to your floor. There are many steps to be negotiated in between, which are nor easy with heavy luggage

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
D
David • extended_group • gb
8
2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
D
david • solo_traveller • gb
8
Very pleasant
Pros:

Friendly and helpful staff and general ambiance

Cons:

Nothing

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Patricia • couple • gb
1
Wouldn’t stay again or recommend
Pros:

Location only

Cons:

Is was very old fashioned, bed was extremely uncomfortable as were pillows .

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
P
Paula • couple • gb
8
2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
H
Highmore • solo_traveller • gb
1
Pros:

Great location
Irish music

Cons:

Shabby
Uncomfortable beds and pillows.

2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
H
Hans • solo_traveller • nl
2
Pros:

De locatie Personeel was vriendelijk.

Cons:

De kamer was klein, oud en aftands. De badkamer was echt goor zo vies. Hele vieze bruine en zwarte voegen. De prijs kwaliteit verhouding klopt totaal niet € 200,- voor een dergelijke smerige kamer zonder ontbijt is buitensporig duur. Absolluut geen aanrader. Ik zou dan liever een ander hotel uitkiezen.

2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
K
Kimberly • couple • us
9
2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Patrick • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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V.J.M. • couple • nl
7
2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
N
Nicola • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

Great location, lovely staff and great rooms

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
C
Caitriona • couple • gb
8
Would stay again but not for breakfast
Pros:

Lovely room with nice view of the river.

Cons:

We decided to stay for breakfast which we were disappointed with. Very basic and waiter attention was poor.

2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
M
Michael • couple • gb
7
2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
V
Victoria • solo_traveller • us
6
It was okay
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Size of room and tiny bathroom

2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
J
Joanne • couple • au
8
2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
A
Anthony • couple • us
8
Location was great, walking dis to everything, br was good
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Staff where professional,

2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
A
Ann • couple • ie
7
Peaceful and enjoyable
Pros:

It was comfortable clean and relaxing with lovely food in the restaurant and friendly helpful staff

Cons:

There didn’t appear to be any room service or any way of getting room service

2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
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avril • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

Excellent breakfast, friendly staff. Very clean, comfortable rooms

Cons:

Too many steps for anyone with walking difficulties.

2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
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Tanya • solo_traveller • ie
10
Pros:

Was able to open the window as the weather was mild. Beautiful sized room

Cons:

Nothing

2026-09-04 • via Nuitee