The Gateway Hotel

4.0 star property
Hotel in Dundalk with a fitness center and a 24-hour front desk

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Reception
Studio Suite | Living area | 43-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, Smart TV
In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; ocean views
Junior Double Room | In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Gym
  • Laundry
  • Bar

Explore the area

Map
Inner Relief Road, Dundalk, Louth, A91 EF88
  • Dundalk Golf Club
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Oriel Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Dundalk Stadium
    ‪7 min drive‬

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Room options

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Executive Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

Executive Double Room

  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

Junior Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Studio Suite

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Dundalk

The Gateway Hotel places you within a 10-minute stroll of Mac Anna Theatre and Dundalk Institute of Technology. This 129-room, 4-star hotel has a restaurant along with conveniences like free in-room WiFi and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Northlink Retail Park - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Dundalk Golf Club - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Oriel Park - 4 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Dundalk Stadium - 7 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Cuchulainn Castle - 9 min drive - 6.7 miles

Getting around

  • Dundalk Station - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Flannagan - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Park Cafe - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪The Coffee Room - ‬4 min drive

About this property

The Gateway Hotel

Hotel in Dundalk with a fitness center and a 24-hour front desk
At The Gateway Hotel, guests have access to a gym, free WiFi in public areas, and meeting rooms. A stay here includes free parking. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with luggage storage, dry cleaning/laundry, and securing valuables. Additional amenities include a conference center, a business center, and a computer station.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 43-inch Smart TVs with satellite channels. Coffee makers, hair dryers, and safes are also standard.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center.

Languages

English, French, German, Hungarian, Italian, Polish, Slovak, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available for a fee: EUR 12 to 16 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Fahrenheit

Things to do

  • Gym

Family friendly

  • Babysitting
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Conference center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 14 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch smart TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from December 24 to December 27:
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Dining venue(s)

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 12 to 16 per person

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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. 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. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

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

Crowne Plaza Dundalk
Crowne Plaza Hotel Dundalk
Dundalk Crowne Plaza
Crowne Plaza Dundalk Hotel

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at The Gateway Hotel?

The Gateway Hotel provides free cancellation on select room rates. If you'd like to learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at The Gateway Hotel?

As of Jun 18, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Gateway Hotel on Jun 28, 2025 start from $186.54, excluding 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.

What's there to do near The Gateway Hotel?

This hotel is located in Dundalk, a short 7-minute walk from Mac Anna Theatre and also 14 minutes on foot from Dundalk Bay Brewery and Distillery. You'll also find Dundalk Golf Club and Dundalk Stadium within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at The Gateway Hotel?

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

Does The Gateway Hotel include a casino?

No, The Gateway Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Gateway Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is The Gateway Hotel good for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this hotel, including around-the-clock room service and a smart TV in each guestroom with some featuring sea views.

Does The Gateway Hotel have a hot tub?

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

Does The Gateway Hotel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, The Gateway Hotel serves buffet breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Fahrenheit.

Does The Gateway Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Gateway Hotel.

Are there connecting rooms at The Gateway Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Gateway Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Gateway Hotel.

The Gateway Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 473 out of 802 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 254 out of 802 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 57 out of 802 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 802 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 802 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gabriel

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Karl

Business traveler

Gateway 1 star

Moved to a sister hotel due to overbooking by Gateway. Sister hotel was cheaper by €30. I was told to take it up with my booking agent. VERY poor customer service. I reached out 3 times to reservations in the Gateway.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

R

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

Clean hotel with friendly staff

Lovely clean hotel ,very friendly staff ,free parking ,good wifi ,nice restaurant
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Steven

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

Nice, Clean and Friendly

All good for its purpose of a stop by form the airport
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hristo

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Glauco Luis

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Gods , confortable room
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Olufolarin

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Thomas

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness

Lovely bar staff , reception staff

Staff are very friendly, they do put advertisements in the lifts that they do not Honour which I found very naughty The worst was the empty can , chips I found on my room floor after the room was supposed to be ready for my stay . Asked them to sort toilet flush out , that was never repaired
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Olivia

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Although tha manager came up to turn on heating as we couldn’t work the system which had air con on he put to heating but room was chilly. But wonderful stay great food and great service helpful and cheerful staff. Would return definitely
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shaun

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was clean and staff were very pleasant, particularly the receptionist and staff at breakfast. Room was very nice and very quiet. Breakfast was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Alan

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Frank

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tanya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Barbara

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had walk in shower.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Bryon

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a pleasure to stay there, it is as advertised. Great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front entrance was effused with smoke. Please do not subject your customers to smoke exposure.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

susana

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joao, Ballsbridge

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Colm

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Joel, New Hambug

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024