Shoreline Hotel

Property class: 3

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Balcony
Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing
On the beach
Exterior
Bar (on property)

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services

Explore the area

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Donabate on the Beach, Donabate, Dublin
  • Place, Donabate Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Donabate Golf Club
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Trinity College
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Airport, Dublin (DUB)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

Superior Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Sea View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(16 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Family Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(11 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Family Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Deluxe Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Beach view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Basic Quadruple Room

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Double or Twin Room

  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Donabate

Shoreline Hotel places you next to Donabate Beach and within a 10-minute drive of Swords Castle. This 35-room, 3-star hotel has a restaurant along with conveniences like free in-room WiFi and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Donabate Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Donabate Golf Club - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Croke Park - 24 min drive - 15.9 miles
  • Trinity College - 28 min drive - 17.3 miles
  • St. Stephen's Green - 31 min drive - 18.0 miles

Getting around

  • Donabate Station - 3 min drive
  • Dublin Airport (DUB) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pasta Castello - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Old Street Malahide - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Gibney's - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Kajjal - ‬16 min drive

About this property

Shoreline Hotel

Guests of Shoreline Hotel enjoy access to free WiFi in public areas, a business center, and a meeting room. You can take advantage of free parking, along with a free train station shuttle. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with securing valuables, concierge services, and luggage storage. Other amenities at this beach hotel include a terrace, a garden, and a banquet hall.
Guests can expect free WiFi and TVs. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries, and beds are dressed in premium bedding. Electric kettles, phones, and desks are also available.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free train station pick-up and drop-off shuttle from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM
  • Train station shuttle on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: EUR 12 for adults and EUR 5 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Shoreline Brasserie

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • 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.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2005
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the train station; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
This property offers airport shuttle pickup service from Dublin Airport only.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 2 kids 2 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: EUR 50 per accommodation, per day

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately EUR 12.00 for adults and EUR 5.00 for children

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system
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: 3 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the free shuttle service to and from the train station. 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. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

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

Shoreline Hotel Hotel
Waterside House Donabate
Waterside House Hotel
Waterside House Hotel Donabate
Shoreline Hotel Donabate
Shoreline Hotel Hotel Donabate

Frequently asked questions

What can I see close to Shoreline Hotel?

This hotel is located in Donabate within a short 1-minute walk of Donabate Beach. You'll also find Malahide Castle and Malahide Beach nearby.

How much does it cost to stay at Shoreline Hotel?

As of Apr 28, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Shoreline Hotel on Apr 29, 2026 start from $162, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available on site at Shoreline Hotel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Wheelchair-accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Shoreline Hotel include a casino at the property?

No, Shoreline Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Shoreline Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Shoreline Hotel good for couples?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including a beach, an ocean-view restaurant, and a bar/lounge.

Are there hot tubs at Shoreline Hotel?

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

Does Shoreline Hotel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Shoreline Hotel serves a full breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Shoreline Brasserie.

Will Shoreline Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Shoreline Hotel though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Shoreline Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from Shoreline Hotel?

The closest major airport to Shoreline Hotel is Dublin Airport (DUB), which is 8.8 mi away (21 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Shoreline Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms at Shoreline Hotel that offer a balcony.

Does Shoreline Hotel have a wedding venue?

If you plan to exchange vows during your trip, consider the wedding services available at Shoreline Hotel.

Shoreline Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 284 out of 806 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 265 out of 806 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 137 out of 806 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 79 out of 806 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 41 out of 806 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shrutika

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room, easy check in, greta location and pretty views.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Richard

Traveled with group, Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
We paid for a superior sea view room! Three lights in the bedroom didn't work. Bathroom fan didn't work. We found pubic hairs and head hair in shower. No toilet roll holder in bathroom. Mug was chipped beside coffee machine. Room was very small and needed updating badly. Windows were very dirty and looked like they hadn't been cleaned in months which spoiled the beautiful view. This should be a 2 star hotel...
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Wahbi

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, cozy family room, great breakfast, and very friendly staff. We’d definitely come back!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Miriam

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
The views from the hotel were amazing. I had the fish and chips for my evening meal it was very good. The staff were friendly.There was no heating in our room when we arrived .We had to turn on the radiator ourselves The room itself was very clean and comfortable. .I was very pleased with the choice on the breakfast menu. There was a shortage of staff serving breakfast which meant my breakfast arrived cold .The girl serving breakfast was very polite and good at her job . She did her best to serve everyone.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Bronwyn

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
The location is great and the breakfast area was nice with friendly staff, but the rooms were disappointing. They are dated and not well maintained, with visible mould in the bathroom. Despite booking a sea-view room, the dirty windows meant there was barely any view at all. Only one pillow per person was provided, with no extras available. In the morning, cleaning bags were left outside every room, which made the corridors feel messy and cheap. Overall, the rooms are not great and the hotel does not feel well cared for.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Klaudia

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremiah

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great price for what you get!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff very friendly. Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Aurea

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The food was supposed to be cook on the moment. I ordered a cheese omellet with rashers and spinach but was raw in the inside and burn on the outside. No cheese, no rashers and got chopped tomatoes and rae dpinach instead and tasteless.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allan

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Paul

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Mold in bathroom, not clean, staff weren't good, but restaurant food was great.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The rooms and hotel seem to be updated and cozy but the menu options and food were below our other meals by far on our 12 day vacation. I would not recommend it as a place to dine.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Lee

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place, nice staff. Very nice waitress and bar staff. Lovely breakfast. Was staying for business purposes in Dublin. Wish I could have stayed and explored the beachfront - it looked great.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Lloyd

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

A surprisingly poor hotel

Threadbare carpets, corroded bathroom fittings and the most miserable staff in Ireland created a bad first impression. Add to that ordering two main courses in the restaurant, only receiving one and accepting a free dessert as compensation only to find the dessert adorned with mouldy fruit, the hotel is certainly one to avoid in the future. It is somewhat lifted by its position on a lovely sandy beach though the scene is spoiled by the huge pay and display car park meaning that when the sun shines, the beach is packed. We stayed in a non sea view room which, whilst we didn’t expect the best outlook, provided a shanty town style view so if you want to look out of your window, the €50 premium for a sea view may be worth paying.
The view from a non sea view room
The view from a non sea view room
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice hotel, by the beach, great location and views. Close to Malahide for great food and bars.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Kate

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stunning beach view from my room which was very comfortable and clean. The food offer was very good but the poor staff were run off their feet and it did take a while to get your order taken. Beautiful location. The hotel is a little tired and could do with some tlc and not all communal areas were clean e.g. back stairs.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Hotel public areas are very nice. Guest rooms need work - lose carpet, etc. Thd setting made up for those shortfalls.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorie

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great - accommodating and friendly. We appreciated the easy parking and loved our beach view room and nearby walking paths. Perfect spot for our last night in Ireland and quick trip to the airport.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabrielle

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chanderae

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was are first time to Ireland. We had the deluxe suite and it was amazing waking up and opening up the curtains and seeing the ocean. Staff was very friendly, quickly helped if you had any issues. I would highly recommend
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

david

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We really enjoyed our break in the Shoreline Hotel.The staff looked after us exceptionally well.The location was awesome
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Niall

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing stay! The Shoreline staff went above and beyond and were just wonderful in accommodating our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Lorena

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was a bit dated and shabby. Not as nice as the images. However, the hotel is well situated, right on the beach-front. The night before we were due to leave, we had booked for dinner for the family at 6pm. When we arrived for dinner, we were informed the kitchen was closed because the hotel’s gas supply was cut. Nobody had made any effort to inform us in advance of us arriving for dinner. We have two young children who were hungry. We tried to find somewhere local to eat, but couldn’t find anywhere to go appropriate for young children. We finally went to a local supermarket and bought food to eat in our room. The following morning the gas supply had still not been fixed and there was no hot water to allow us to shower before our journey home. There was no attempt by the hotel to assist with alternative eating arrangements or to apologise for the situation. It was a disappointing end to a lovely holiday in Ireland.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved the beach view - great location!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025