Joyce's Inishowen

3.5 star property
Bed & breakfast in Carndonagh with free parking

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for Joyce's Inishowen

Golf
BBQ/picnic area
Bar (on property)
Hiking
Bar (on property)

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar

Explore the area

View in a map
The Diamond, Carndonagh, Carndonagh, County Donegal, F93 NX22
  • Place, Drumlee Lough
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Ballyliffin Golf Course
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Five Fingers Strand
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Airport, Londonderry (LDY-City of Derry)
    ‪52 min drive‬

Room options

Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 105 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Quadruple Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

Carndonagh

Joyce's Inishowen is located within a 15-minute drive of Drumlee Lough and Ballyliffin Golf Course. This 8-room, 3.5-star bed & breakfast has a bar/lounge, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Drumlee Lough - 10 min drive - 8.0 miles
  • Ballyliffin Golf Course - 10 min drive - 7.0 miles
  • Five Fingers Strand - 15 min drive - 8.7 miles
  • Doagh Famine Village - 18 min drive - 9.2 miles
  • Kinnagoe Bay Beach - 19 min drive - 14.9 miles

Getting around

  • Londonderry Station - 32 min drive
  • Londonderry (LDY-City of Derry) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McGrory's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Diamond Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Lily's Bar & Tea Room - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Caffe Banba - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪MacTams - ‬13 min drive

About this property

Joyce's Inishowen

Bed & breakfast in Carndonagh with free parking
Joyce's Inishowen features free WiFi in public areas, an arcade/game room, and express check-out. If you plan to drive, free parking is available. Other amenities at this golf bed & breakfast include a terrace, a picnic area, and a garden.
50-inch flat-screen TVs come with digital channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Coffee makers, hair dryers, and desks are other standard amenities.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Similar properties

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • 36-hole adjacent golf course
  • Arcade/game room
  • Archery
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Golf caddies
  • Golf carts
  • Golf clubhouse
  • Golf driving range
  • Indoor pool (guest access)
  • Pro golf lessons
  • Pro golf shop

Family friendly

  • Access to nearby indoor pool
  • Arcade/game room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Renovated entire property - June 2020
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between December 24 and December 27.

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

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 debit cards; cash is not accepted
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM—-9:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • 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 debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Reservations need to be made in advance for golf tee times. Contact the bed & breakfast at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

National rating

This property does not have a Ireland Tourist Board rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

Joyce's Inishowen Carndonagh

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Joyce's Inishowen?

Joyce's Inishowen offers free cancellation on select room rates. For more details, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to see around Joyce's Inishowen?

This bed & breakfast is located in Carndonagh, close to Doagh Famine Village, Five Fingers Strand, and Ballyliffin Golf Course. You'll also find Drumlee Lough nearby.

Will I be able to park at Joyce's Inishowen?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the bed & breakfast.

Does Joyce's Inishowen feature a casino?

No, Joyce's Inishowen doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Joyce's Inishowen?

No, there is no indoor pool at this bed & breakfast.

Is Joyce's Inishowen good for couples?

Couples staying at this bed u0026 breakfast will appreciate amenities like a bar and golf lessons with a pro plus some guestrooms include city views.

Does Joyce's Inishowen have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this bed & breakfast.

Does Joyce's Inishowen feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Joyce's Inishowen doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Joyce's Inishowen allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Joyce's Inishowen though service animals are welcome.

Does Joyce's Inishowen have connecting rooms?

No, this bed & breakfast doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from Joyce's Inishowen?

The closest major airport to Joyce's Inishowen is Londonderry (LDY-City of Derry), which is about 14.9 mi away. Another top airport is Letterkenny (LTR-Letterkenny Airfield), which is around 26.2 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Joyce's Inishowen?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Joyce's Inishowen.

Joyce's Inishowen Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 113 out of 163 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 36 out of 163 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 163 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 163 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 163 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ann Marie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a wonderful stay! The rooms were clean, comfortable, and the location was perfect. Check-in was easy and communication was smooth. We would happily stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hazel

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spacious, 2 king size beds which were very comfy. We have an adult son with special needs and isn't independent, the room was exactly what we needed. Each day we returned to find our beds made up and clean towels. Very clean and the staff very friendly. Just be aware there is no food available at this property but there are tea and coffee available in the room.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Owen

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brendan

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

10/10 Excellent

Eamonn

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Situated conveniently in the center of town. Restaurant a couple doors down which served dinner until 8, which was good due to our later arrival. Diamond Cafe across the Diamond was great for breakfast. Opens at 8:30 am. Check-in was easy; just got the keys at the bar and the hostess showed us the room. Street parking was easy and free. We based here to explore the northernmost part of Donegal.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was spacious and very comfortable. It was right above the bar and charming street.That was fine until in the wee hours and people gathered outside to socialize before going home - in a way it added to the atmosphere but if sleeping is your main goal bring earplugs.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jody

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything at the hotel was fine. Nothing extra special, but clean and comfortable. Centrally located.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Nathaniel

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

6/10 Okay

Layla

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
To check in we had to make our way through 50 drunk 18 year olds to the bar. Then drag our suitcases up the stairs to reach a small room. When I originally booked through Expedia the property's name was Joyce's Bed and Breakfast, but they serve no food whatsoever. The noisy guests downstairs could be heard from our room and I was afraid of leaving our rental car on the street with all of the drunk people wandering around.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

ignas

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A bit noisy in the evenings, because boy racers go around in the middle of the town and we could hear all, other then that very good for the price.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maciej

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

Great stay

Over the pub but very quiet room ,
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peggy

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

PAUL

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

10/10 Excellent

Paul

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

Perfect location and great rooms

Rooms are perfect and big enough! Great location and when we checked in they told me that a local restaurant would be great for a meal. They weren’t wrong as it was a lovely restaurant and great food! All in all a perfect location to visit Inishowen
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was great
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Convenient friendly and clean
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our stay was great! They accommodated our late arrival. Room was quiet, comfortable, and clean. Parking was easy. Great location in a cute town. Would stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

John

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

So glad we stayed here

Nicely laid out, fabulously clean and perfectly situated.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

patrick

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

Top class

Clean, comfortable and quiet. Parking adjacent to premises. Staff very friendly and helpful. Recommended.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

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

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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