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8.8

525 reviews

Downings Bay Hotel

Downings Bay Hotel

Main Street, Donegal, ., Ireland

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Free parking

Restaurant

Beachfront

Indoor swimming pool

Kids' pool

Free wifi

Room service

Fitness center

Downings Bay Hotel

Downings Bay Hotel is a 3-star retreat tucked on Main Street in Downings, Ireland, just 0.7mi from the city center. With a beachfront setting and sea breeze in the air, it’s a handy launchpad for coastal strolls and sun-soaked escapes.

Facilities sparkle with free on-site parking, a restaurant and a bar, plus direct beach frontage. An indoor swimming pool (free) with a kids’ pool, free Wi-Fi, and a fitness centre (free) keep mornings active, while room service and a 24-hour front desk cover late-night cravings and questions. The property also offers non-smoking rooms, elevator access to upper floors, a garden, a steam room, sauna, and a bathtub, with meeting/banquet facilities and golf (both extra charges) for special events and rounds.

Reviews total 525, reflecting plenty of traveler feedback about this seaside spot on Main Street. Grab a sunset stroll along the beach and soak in the town’s coastal vibes.

On-site Haven Restaurant brings Israeli and European flavors to the table in a FamilyFriendly setting, making meals easy and enjoyable without venturing far from the coast. The dining spot complements a seaside stay with a relaxed vibe that suits both couples and families looking to refuel after a day of exploring Downings.

Guest rooms span several inviting layouts, each about 161 square feet and kept non-smoking. Options include Room - 2 Twin (two twin beds), Superior Double Room (one twin and one double), Family, Superior Family, Double Room, and Superior, Double/Twin. Most layouts accommodate 2 adults and 1 child, with convenient touches like free Wi-Fi, room service, and a 24-hour front desk, plus elevator access to upper floors for easy arrivals and departures.

The setting delivers easy coastal moments and practical comforts alike: direct beach frontage, a garden for relaxed strolls, and an indoor pool (free) with a sauna and steam room alongside a bathtub for unwinding. Meeting and banquet facilities suit small gatherings, while golf is available for an extra charge. Free on-site parking and flexible payment options—cash, Mastercard, and Visa—round out a traveler-friendly package.

Closest airports

Donegal Airport

22.5mi

City of Derry Airport

28.7mi

Most popular amenities

Free parking

Restaurant

Beachfront

Indoor swimming pool

Kids' pool

Free wifi

Room service

Fitness center

Steam room

Beach

Sauna

Bar

Parking On Site

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Elevator

Garden

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Free toiletries

Bathtub

Rooms

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Room - 2 Twin

2 Twin Beds

160 sqft

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Shower

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Spacious ensuite twin room with a 43 inches TV, hairdryer, iron and tea and coffee making facilities. All rooms are Non Smoking. ?????? ???? ???? ????? ????? ??? ?? ??? ????? ???? ?? ??? ????? ??? ???? ?? ????‧ ??? ??? ?????????? ???? ????? ???????????.

Family Room in Downings Bay Hotel

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Family

1 Twin Bed

1 Double Bed

160 sqft

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Shower

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Spacious room with attached bathroom with a TV, hairdryer, and tea and coffee making facilities. Sleeps 2 adults and 2 children up to 12 years old. All Rooms are Non Smoking. ?????? ???? ???? ????? ????? ??? ?? ??? ????? ???? ?? ??? ????? ??? ???? ?? ????‧ ??? ??? ?????????? ???? ????? ???????????.

Superior Family Room in Downings Bay Hotel

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Superior Family

1 Twin Bed

1 Double Bed

160 sqft

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Shower

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Superior Family Room Spacious en-suite Bedroom with partial sea view. This family room can accommodate 2 adults and 2 children up to 12 years old. It features a 43 inches TV, hair-dryer, iron, tea and coffee making facilities. All Rooms are Non Smoking

Double Room in Downings Bay Hotel

Double Room

1 Double Bed

160 sqft

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Shower

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Spacious room with attached bathroom with a 43 inches TV, hairdryer, iron and tea and coffee making facilities. All rooms are Non Smoking. ?????? ???? ???? ????? ????? ??? ?? ??? ????? ???? ?? ??? ????? ??? ???? ?? ????‧ ??? ??? ?????????? ???? ????? ???????????.

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Superior, Single

160 sqft

Tea/Coffee maker

Non-smoking rooms

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Spacious room with attached bathroom with a 43 inches TV, hairdryer, iron and tea and coffee making facilities. All rooms are Non Smoking. ?????? ???? ???? ????? ????? ??? ??????? ?? ??? ????? ?? ??? ????? ?????? ???? ??? ???? ?????? ??? ??? ?????????? ???? ????? ???????????.

Superior Double Room in Downings Bay Hotel

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Superior, Double or Twin

1 Twin Bed

1 Double Bed

160 sqft

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Shower

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Superior Double Room in Downings Bay Hotel

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Superior, Double/Twin

1 Twin Bed

1 Double Bed

160 sqft

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Shower

More details

Guest reviews

8.8

525 reviews

Categories of assessments

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Comfort

Location

Facilities

Staff

Value for money

WiFi quality

Featured reviews:

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Heather

9.1

June 2025

Very nice room, good parking, super friendly and helpful reception staff, brilliantly located for exploring the north west of Ireland, good food (huge portions) - would gladly stay again. Thank you all, especially the lovely lady on reception.

The only “fly in the ointment” was the woman in charge of breakfast on our second morning who for some unknown reason wouldn’t let us sit at the table we had sat at the previous day - they weren’t busy and there were lots of other free tables - so we had to sit between two very noisy tables unable to converse with each other - totally bizarre.

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Rosemary

8.2

July 2025

Lovely hotel, great breakfast with lots of choices and great location in Downings. I had an issue with the room i had booked (sea view), but the room didn't have that and i paid extra for this type of room. When i explained to staff that i wouldn't have paid that much for what i got and it wasn't what was advertised on Booking.com and i was told it was it partial sea view. I was unimpressed with it all at the start but a girl at reception rang my room later and said they would offer me a better price, which i have to say that ii really appreciate that.

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Eimear

8.2

August 2025

Very central, check in was quick & the breakfast was good. We stayed during the August bank holiday weekend during the Downings festival, it was very busy but the hotel was prepared and managed it well.

A small criticism, when we returned to the hotel the doors were shut & it took some persuasion for the doorman to let us in. He was of course only doing his job and I understand why but to make it easier for him & guests, it may be an idea to provide him a list of guests to avoid any confusion or assumptions made.

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Ahmad

8.2

August 2025

Great location in town center. Spacious comfortable bedrooms. Parking on site. Near beach front. Great breakfast - a big shout out to Angela! (I think that’s the name) She welcomes everyone makes it feel like a family breakfast. And keeps the breakfast sitting running like clockwork.

The bathroom in our room. Main Lightbulb not working in our second day. Shower water leaking out onto floor. After informing receptionist she sent up extra floor towels. But needs to be addressed properly.

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Yvonne

10

January 2025

Breakfast was excellent in the beautiful ballroom. Staff were all courteous and we were able to get an extra hour before checking out. The room was spacious and beautifully decorated. The hotel is in the centre of the village and right next to the beach.

Our room was above the nightclub but as it was new year's eve we were fine with this. Plus when we booked the room it did say it was above the nightclub and a a lower cost than other rooms. The bedroom window handle was broke so could only open one window.

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Meghan

10

August 2024

This was our favorite stop on our two week Ireland trip. the location was central and a quick walk to the beach, shops, restaurants, and bars. The hotel offers breakfast and has a restaurant and bar on sight which could be booked in advanced with reception.

GPS can be confusing so just note parking is in the back of the building and can be entered between the shop & neighboring restaurant. Signs are located in the lot.

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Jim

10

April 2024

Location is excellent. Central for exploring around Donegal. Food is great, staff were brilliant. Close to 2 local bars, the Tramore and Harbour, both of which are excellent. Tramore has a great pizza restaurant attached. Hotel is beside a nice beach and within walking distance of the spectacular Tramore beach. Have stayed here before and will be doing si again.

Not a great selection for gluten free at the Thursday night supper club but breakfast was great.

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Geraldine

8.2

November 2024

Very relaxing hotel and surroundings.Staff so nice and friendly except for 1 person second morning of breakfast service.

Did not like ther was a party of 10 of us.3 double rooms booked thru hotel Wer 340 euro.And myself and another couple were booked through urselves and was 400 euros.That was a big difference of 120 euros, would actually put u off booking again with urselves.

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Bruce

10

June 2025

The staff at the reception (Karen + others) were excellent! The wait staff at breakfast were very friendly and made the breakfast very enjoyable every morning!

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Pierce

10

July 2025

Really lovely and helpful staff, got us checked in early to spacious, clean rooms. The bar/restaurant was great, we ate there twice in 3 days. Would happily stay here again.

Only issue was the pool/leisure centre aren't on site, it's about a 5 minute drive. Just think that could be made clearer on the site.

Points of Interest Around Downings Bay Hotel

Airports

Donegal Airport

22.5mi

City of Derry Airport

28.7mi

Restaurants

Haven Restaurant

Cuisines

  • Israeli
  • European

Ambiances

  • Family Friendly

Pools

Location

  • Indoor

Age restrictions

  • Adults only

Availability

  • All season

Amenities of Downings Bay Hotel

Free parking

Restaurant

Beachfront

Indoor swimming pool

Kids' pool

Free wifi

Room service

Fitness center

Steam room

Beach

Sauna

Bar

Parking On Site

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Elevator

Garden

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Free toiletries

Bathtub

Stay rules - Downings Bay Hotel

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Curfew

  • Parking

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property