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About the Hotel

Railway Road, Buncrana, Ireland
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Close to the beach
Great
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9.0
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4.4
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Situated just 1.4 km from the Wains World, the 3-star Inishowen Gateway Hotel Buncrana features Wi-Fi in public areas and a free private car park on site. Overlooking Lough Swilly and positioned close to the Amazing Grace Park, the hotel allows guests to enjoy canoeing and fishing.

Location

This Buncrana hotel has a picturesque setting approximately a 15-minute walk from the Amazing Grace Viewing Platform. The Inishowen Gateway is located 700 metres from the Ned's Point Fort and within 3 km of Buncrana Golf Club.

Guests might as well enjoy proximity to Shore Greens, situated around 700 metres away. The nearby entertainment options include the North West Golf Club, which is 2.1 km away.

Rooms

Inishowen Gateway Hotel has 73 rooms with a seating area and a dining area. A flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a DVD player along with tea/coffee making equipment are provided. These rooms at this accommodation also feature carpet floors. Guests will make use of hairdryers and toiletries in bathrooms equipped with a separate toilet and a shower. They offer views of the lake.

Eat & Drink

A variety of European dishes are available at the à la carte restaurant, which has ocean views. The lounge bar provides you with a place to unwind. Located right around the corner from the Inishowen Gateway Buncrana, the restaurant The Drift Inn offers an Irish menu.

Leisure & Business

Guests can request a gym and a sauna for an extra charge. Boasting a heated swimming pool, this hotel also provides a Jacuzzi and a shared lounge. There is a health club at the property. A comfortable stay at the Inishowen Gateway awaits you with a spa salon featuring body scrub, pedicure, and manicure. Business travellers will appreciate such conveniences as conference equipment and a desk, along with access to meeting rooms and a business centre.

Must-do experiences

  • Visit Fort Dunree for fascinating history and stunning coastal views.
  • Taste local seafood at the Drift Inn for a true Buncrana flavor.
  • Explore the scenic Wild Atlantic Way on a leisurely coastal walk.
  • Don't miss the Inishowen Maritime Museum for unique maritime tales.
  • Take a day trip to Malin Head, Ireland's northernmost point.
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Inishowen Gateway Hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Family Room
2 persons
295 sq. feet 
2 Single beds
Shower
Heating
Double or Twin Room
2 persons
220 sq. feet 
1 Double bed
Shower
Heating

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Facilities

Inishowen Gateway Hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Facilities: Great
8.8/10Review score

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi in public areas
  • Parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Security
  • Luggage storage
  • Locker room
  • Lift
  • Currency exchange
  • Vending machines
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Canoeing
  • Hiking
  • Horseback riding
  • Cycling
  • Golf course
  • Aerobics
  • Fishing

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Picnic area/ Tables
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Children's menu
  • Children's pool
  • Children's play area

Spa & Leisure

  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Beach access
  • Live entertainment
  • Garden area
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Body scrub
  • Facial
  • Treatment room
  • Back massage
  • Full body massage
  • Shallow end

Room features

  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Inishowen Gateway Hotel Location

Railway Road, Buncrana, Ireland
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Railway Road, Buncrana, Ireland
Nearby
Park
Amazing Grace Park
800 ft
Restaurants
Road House Bar & Restaurant
2700 ft
National Road 15
The Beach House Bar & Restaurant
2900 ft
Restaurant
Tank & Skinny's
2900 ft
Swilly Rd
The Lunch Box
3600 ft
Unit 1 Ardaravan Square
Fisherman's Wharf
3300 ft
Shore Road
Getting around
City Centre
Buncrana3 min  ·  700 ft
Airports
Donegal (CFN)146 min  ·  60.2 mi
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 16:00-23:00
Check-out
from 08:00-12:00
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible on site for free.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in public areas for free.
Breakfast
The hotel offers a full breakfast at the price of EUR 14.95 per person per day. 
Children & extra beds
There are no extra beds provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Number of rooms:
73

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Inishowen Gateway Hotel from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 659 verified reviews
8.7/10
Great
88%
Recommend
Breakfast
8.1/10
Cleanliness
9.1/10
Comfort
9.2/10
Facilities
8.8/10
Free Wi-Fi
8.4/10
Location
9.2/10
Paid Wi-Fi
8.1/10
Staff
9.2/10
Value for money
8.6/10
Guest reviews
based on 1031 reviews
8.7/10
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