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8.4

91 reviews

Lake of Shadows Hotel

Lake of Shadows Hotel

Grianan Park, Donegal, Ireland

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Restaurant

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Room service

Air conditioning

Bar

Parking On Site

24-hour front desk

Lake of Shadows Hotel

Lake of Shadows Hotel is a 3-star stay in Buncrana, Ireland, located at Grianan Park. Just 0.4mi from the city center, the hotel offers prices starting from $180 and has 91 guest reviews.

Facilities include a Restaurant and Bar, free WiFi, free private parking and on-site parking, and room service. Amenities also cover air conditioning, a 24-hour front desk, non-smoking rooms, an elevator, and free toiletries, with live music performances available free of charge.

Meeting/Banquet facilities (extra charges), Golf course (extra charges), Horseback riding (extra charges), and Kids' meals (extra charges) are available. Upper floors are accessible by elevator.

Dining stands out with Restaurant #1, a versatile spot that suits both family-friendly and romantic moods. The menu spans Chinese, British, Israeli, Italian, Pizza, Steakhouse, and European flavors, ensuring a wide appeal for curious travelers. A Bar complements the dining scene, and evenings can be enhanced by live music performances available free of charge.

For gatherings or events, meeting and banquet facilities are available (extra charges). Guests can also enjoy access to a golf course and horseback riding, along with kids’ meals, each option carrying an additional charge where applicable.

Room options cater to different groups: a 2 Beds configuration for two adults; Room - 2 Twin (Twin), a 161 sq ft layout sleeping up to 10 adults and 6 children with two twin beds; and a Double Room, also 161 sq ft, with one double bed and sleeping up to 4 adults and 3 children. Smoking is not permitted in these rooms.

Closest airports

City of Derry Airport

13.4mi

Donegal Airport

35.5mi

Belfast International Airport

59.4mi

Islay Airport

60.5mi

Most popular amenities

Restaurant

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Room service

Air conditioning

Bar

Parking On Site

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Live music/Performance

Elevator

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Free toiletries

Rooms

Double Room in Lake of Shadows Hotel

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Double Room

1 Double Bed

160 sqft

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Tea/Coffee maker

Upper floors accessible by elevator

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Warmly furnished rooms with an private bathroom, a flat-screen TV/DVD player and tea/coffee-making facilities.

Twin Room in Lake of Shadows Hotel

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Room - 2 Twin

2 Twin Beds

160 sqft

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Tea/Coffee maker

Upper floors accessible by elevator

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Guest reviews

8.4

91 reviews

Categories of assessments

Cleanliness

Comfort

Location

Facilities

Staff

Value for money

WiFi quality

Featured reviews:

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Eddie

9.1

June 2025

The service was excellent, so friendly. The rooms well appointed and with a bath, so often nowadays only showers. jThe food itself was superb, the only fault and the reason it did not get a ten was the cutlery and crockery aon the breakfast table were dirty, stained and two chipped cups

Not too much to dislike about here

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Brian

8.2

March 2025

Breakfast was very tasty and plenty of it. Hotel very clean and comfortable bed and room. Dinners were tasty and good portions.

The fact there was no actual bar to sit and have a drink. If u were just having a drink the people at the next table could have been eating a meal. An area just to have a quiet drink would have been nice.

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Andrew

10

August 2024

Upon arrival we found the Lake of Shadows to be an impressive building, well presented and maintained. The staff were very friendly and efficient, nothing was too much trouble. Our room was very comfortable. We really enjoyed the breakfast and the bar food. We are hoping to visit again next year so look out Lake of Shadows, we will be back

Nothing

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Bernadette

9.1

August 2024

Breakfast was lovely and freshly cooked and this I feel is very important staff checked that everything was ok and if we needed anything there wasn't a problem getting it

Didn't have a problem with anything

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Angela

9.1

March 2025

Had 2 very comfortable and relaxing nights stay. All staff are lovely and very friendly. Really good breakfast. Would definitely stay again.

Nothing!!!

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Denise

8.2

June 2022

Central with a good car park across from it..great walks and big park if you have kids .good beach is 5 mins away and town also just 5 mins walk.. breakfast was very tasty best I've eaten in a long time and spotless in my room...

.Staff could do with smiling a bit more especially at Breakfast time. My room was lovely but very warm could do with some air conditioning especially the front rooms as sun just shines in and with window still no air gets in..I think it's more suited for older people.but very good restaurant.

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Helena

9.1

July 2024

I loved the location of the property. The room was clean and comfortable but there was no soft chair in the bedroom.

The bar wasn’t very comfortable. No soft seating to relax.

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Marie

10

July 2025

Very central comfortable room, nice restaurant & bar, staff very friendly and helpful 🥰

We had a heat wave so was very warm in the room

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Greg

8.2

May 2024

The Location was excellent. The food was good. The staff were very friendly and helpful.

The Hotel is old and could do with a bit of an uplift.

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Margaret

9.1

July 2025

The staff were so friendly & helpful, the location is excellent and the hotel room was spotless.100% Recommend.

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Points of Interest Around Lake of Shadows Hotel

Airports

City of Derry Airport

13.4mi

Donegal Airport

35.5mi

Belfast International Airport

59.4mi

Islay Airport

60.5mi

Restaurants

Restaurant #1

Cuisines

  • Chinese
  • British
  • Israeli
  • Italian
  • Pizza
  • Steakhouse
  • European

Ambiances

  • Family Friendly
  • Romantic

Amenities of Lake of Shadows Hotel

Restaurant

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Room service

Air conditioning

Bar

Parking On Site

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Live music/Performance

Elevator

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Free toiletries

Stay rules - Lake of Shadows Hotel

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Curfew

  • Parking

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property

Frequently Asked Questions - Lake of Shadows Hotel

At what times are check-in and check-out at Lake of Shadows Hotel?

At Lake of Shadows Hotel, guests are welcome to check in any time between 03:30 PM and 10:00 PM, but should be aware that check-out is by 11:30 AM.

Is vehicle parking offered by Lake of Shadows Hotel?

Yes, there is ample parking available at Lake of Shadows Hotel. Not only is the parking free and private, but it is also conveniently located on site. No reservations are required for parking at this hotel.

How much does a stay at Lake of Shadows Hotel cost?

A stay at Lake of Shadows Hotel can begin from a rate of $180. This is subject to change based on room selection and travel dates. For a clear price, input your desired stay dates.

Which room categories can I book at Lake of Shadows Hotel?

The Lake of Shadows Hotel offers twin rooms and double rooms. All rooms are non-smoking and have a room size of 161 sqft. The twin rooms accommodate 2 adults and have 2 twin beds, while the double rooms accommodate 2 adults and 1 child, with 1 double bed.

Which amenities can guests enjoy at Lake of Shadows Hotel?

Guests at Lake of Shadows Hotel can enjoy a range of leisure amenities during their stay. The hotel offers a golf course for guests who enjoy playing golf. Live music performances can be enjoyed in the hotel, providing guests with entertainment during their stay. The hotel also has a bar where guests can relax and enjoy drinks.

In addition to these amenities, the hotel offers horseback riding, cycling, and fishing for guests who enjoy outdoor activities.

Moreover, the hotel has several on-site restaurants that cater to different preferences. The restaurants offer a variety of cuisines including Chinese, British, Israeli, Italian, Pizza, and Steakhouse. The restaurant ambiances are suitable for both family-friendly and romantic dining experiences.

Overall, guests at Lake of Shadows Hotel have various options to spend their time at the hotel, from engaging in outdoor activities to enjoying live music, golfing, and dining at the different on-site restaurants.

Does Lake of Shadows Hotel have on-site restaurants?

Yes, the Lake of Shadows Hotel has restaurants on site. The available restaurants offer a variety of cuisines including Chinese, British, Israeli, Italian, Pizza, Steakhouse, and European. The ambiances of the restaurants are described as family-friendly and romantic.

Does Lake of Shadows Hotel accept credit cards and cash payments?

Yes, Lake of Shadows Hotel accepts both credit cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Maestro) and cash payments.