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Woodhill House

3.0 star property
Guesthouse in Ardara with free breakfast and a restaurant

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Double Room, Ensuite (Front of Main house )

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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Wood Road, Ardara, County Donegal, F94 E102
  • Place, Ardara Heritage Centre
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Donegal Castle
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Place, Glenveagh National Park
    ‪43 min drive‬
  • Airport, Donegal (CFN)
    ‪40 min drive‬

Room options

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Apartment, Ensuite (Old Walled Garden)

Apartment, Ensuite (Old Walled Garden)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Double or Twin Room, Ensuite (Cottage Style Coach House)

Double or Twin Room, Ensuite (Cottage Style Coach House)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Economy Double Room, Ensuite (Side Main House)

Economy Double Room, Ensuite (Side Main House)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room, Ensuite (Old Walled Garden)

Double Room, Ensuite (Old Walled Garden)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room, Ensuite (Cottage Style Coach House)

Double Room, Ensuite (Cottage Style Coach House)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room, Ensuite (Front of Main house )

Double Room, Ensuite (Front of Main house )

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room, Ensuite (Walled Garden with patio)

Double Room, Ensuite (Walled Garden with patio)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room (Walled Garden with Patio)

Double Room (Walled Garden with Patio)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Suite, Ensuite (Cottage Style Coach House)

Suite, Ensuite (Cottage Style Coach House)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Bed

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Economy Twin Room, Ensuite (Side Main House)

Economy Twin Room, Ensuite (Side Main House)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Ardara

Within a short walk of Ardara Heritage Centre, Woodhill House is within 2 miles (3 km) of Ardara Fort. This 13-room, 3-star guesthouse welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast, a restaurant, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Ardara Heritage Centre - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Donegal Castle - 28 min drive - 21.1 miles
  • Donegal Bay Waterbus - 28 min drive - 21.1 miles
  • Glenveagh National Park - 43 min drive - 33.6 miles
  • Rossnowlagh Beach - 44 min drive - 36.2 miles

Getting around

  • Londonderry (LDY-City of Derry) - 112 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Nancy's Bar - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Courthouse Restaurant - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Pirates of the Coffeebean - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Corner House - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Harbour Bar - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Woodhill House

Guesthouse in Ardara with free breakfast and a restaurant
Woodhill House features free WiFi in public areas, a terrace, and laundry facilities. Free parking is available if you drive. Helpful staff can provide concierge services and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a porter/bellhop, a garden, and wedding services.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free breakfast available
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property is professionally cleaned
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 12:00 PM
Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.
  • The property is professionally cleaned.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

National rating

Rating provided by Fáilte Ireland, the National Tourism Development Authority of Ireland, source of official star ratings for accommodation.

Property is also known as

Woodhill Ardara
Woodhill House
Woodhill House Ardara
Woodhill Hotel Ardara
Woodhill House Hotel Ardara
Woodhill House Guesthouse Ardara
Woodhill House Guesthouse
Woodhill House Ardara
Woodhill House Guesthouse
Woodhill House Guesthouse Ardara

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do around Woodhill House?

This guesthouse is located in Ardara within a short 12-minute walk of Ardara Heritage Centre. You'll also find Ardara Fort and Owenea Bridge Standing Stone within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Woodhill House?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the guesthouse.

Does Woodhill House have a casino at the property?

No, Woodhill House doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Woodhill House?

No, there is no indoor pool at this guesthouse.

What do couples enjoy most about Woodhill House?

There are many amenities for couples at this guesthouse, including a bar and a restaurant plus some accommodations feature fireplaces.

Does Woodhill House have a hot tub?

No, this guesthouse doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Woodhill House feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Woodhill House serves free breakfast from its restaurant.

Will Woodhill House allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Woodhill House.

Are there connecting rooms at Woodhill House?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this guesthouse.

How far is the airport from Woodhill House?

The closest major airport to Woodhill House is Donegal (CFN), which is 25.8 mi away (60 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Woodhill House?

Yes, some accommodations at this guesthouse offer either a balcony or a deck where guests can enjoy garden views.

Does Woodhill House have a wedding venue on site?

Take advantage of the wedding venue at Woodhill House if you plan to say "I do" during your trip.

Woodhill House Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 126 out of 199 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 56 out of 199 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 199 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 199 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 199 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Rose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Quaint

We stayed in the coach house room built in 1600’s, so quaint and so much character. The gardens are stunning, even though it was raining, took a quick walk to appreciate them. Lots of breakfast choices cooked to your liking. John (the owner) was lovely and took the time to explain the property to us.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Richard, Berthond

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice area, rooms just ok!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

james

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
wonderful house, great room and breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

kevin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place with great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Betty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a delightful stay in a well styled Manor. All the rooms are tastefully appointed & in keeping with the era which gives a warm homely feeling to your stay. Delightful staff eager to help, made our stay even more homely. The showers are difficult to use & perhaps a queen bed to replace the double size would be our only positive criticism. Despite these small criticisms the stay was just delightful.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Todd

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Kevin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
An elegant old property suffering from deferred maintenance due to its’ age and complexity!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
John was a great host and the room was fantastic!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tara

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We loved our stay at the Woodhill house. The host was amazing. We enjoyed a late dinner, drink, and conversation in the cozy bar/lounge the night of our arrival. Breakfast the following morning was delicious and the staff was very attentive. The property is older and needs some TLC, but still charming and well worth the money and drive.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maureen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place...Masterpiece in action...
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely historic old home/inn. Quiet. Convenient walk into town for dining.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Timothy

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There wasn’t much we liked about it. The welcome was lukewarm. The pictures are not a bit accurate; sooo outdated and the “gardens” have not been looked after for decades it seems. The shower was a trickle of lukewarm water. The food was not great. The so-called bar was not a welcoming gathering area. We were excited to leave.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donld

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
John and his staff are welcoming and friendly. Breakfast was great. Woodhill House is old world beautiful !!! We just loved it there. After a day of sightseeing it was nice to come back relax have a pint and good conversation with John. Will definitely be back!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristine

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A country Irish home and garden

It was so beautiful and felt very welcoming. The gardens and buildings were lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Devon

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A hidden gem in Ardara —peaceful, charming, and relaxing. I stayed with my family at Woodhill House in Ardara for one night during our recent trip to Ireland, and it was easily one of the most memorable stays of our holiday. The house is nestled in a secluded, bucolic setting surrounded by beautiful gardens, mature trees, and stone work that add to its peaceful charm. The atmosphere was incredibly serene, a true retreat from the hustle and bustle. The house itself felt more like a warm, welcoming home compared to any other place we stayed. It’s full of character, with personal touches, family photos, antiques, and heirlooms that give it a rich sense of history and comfort. The bar and dining areas are equally inviting. The dining room is elegant without being stuffy, and the bar/den is cozy and full of charm. John, the owner, was friendly and very accommodating, and all the staff went out of their way to make us feel welcome. They were kind, attentive, and genuinely interested in us and our trip, which made the experience feel even more special. The included traditional Irish breakfast was one of the best I had during my entire two-week trip. It was generous, absolutely delicious, and beautifully prepared. Ardara is truly a special place. I can't recommend "Triona - Donegal Tweed Visitor Centre" enough! I would highly recommend staying here, and I’d return in a heartbeat. A truly special place that feels like stepping into a peaceful, well-loved corner of Ireland.
Stunning Grounds
Dining Room at The Woodhill House
Beautiful tree out front. Cypress?
Cozy Den / Bar
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Melissa

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great but room was very dirty. We got there late so I didn’t bring it to the staffs attention. It was old and dirty.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is beautiful
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Yvonne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Ardara visit

The host was very nice and accommodating. The bed was lovely and comfortable in a spacious room off the main house. It was within a 5 minute walk of the town.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Rhonda, Folkston

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Property is dated but very quaint. Location was great for a day drive along the wild atlantic coast and Donegal. No self laundry options but same day laundry service is avaliable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Graham

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed its slightly faded grandeur. Pity the restaurant is not functioning now, except for breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025