Arnolds Hotel

3.0 star property
Family sun and beach fun, near Dunfanaghy Golf Club

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Exterior detail
Standard Double Room - Above the bar | Individually decorated, free WiFi, bed sheets
Lobby lounge
Standard Double Room - Above the bar | Individually decorated, free WiFi, bed sheets
Golf

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry

Explore the area

Map
Main Street, Dunfanaghy, Donegal
  • Dunfanaghy Golf Club
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Dunfanaghy Workhouse
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Horn Head
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Donegal (CFN)
    ‪41 min drive‬

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Room options

Standard Twin Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Standard Double Room - Above the bar

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Double Room - Above the bar

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

Basic Single Room, 1 Twin Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Dunfanaghy

Arnolds Hotel places you within a 10-minute stroll of popular attractions such as Dunfanaghy Golf Club and Dunfanaghy Workhouse. This 30-room, 3-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Dunfanaghy Stables - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Dunfanaghy Golf Club - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Dunfanaghy Workhouse - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Marble Hill Strand - 7 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Horn Head - 11 min drive - 4.1 miles

Getting around

  • Belfast International Airport (BFS) - 136 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Harbour Bar - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪The Shack - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Coffee Go Leor - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Patsy Dan's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Rose's Bar - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Arnolds Hotel

Family sun and beach fun, near Dunfanaghy Golf Club
Guests staying at Arnolds Hotel enjoy free WiFi in public areas, laundry facilities, and a garden. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with luggage storage, and answer any questions about the accommodations. This beach hotel also has wedding services.
28-inch flat-screen TVs come with digital channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Other amenities include coffee makers, hair dryers, and phones.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: EUR 10 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Seascapes

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Games
  • Horseback riding/rentals

Family friendly

  • Children's books
  • Children's dinnerware
  • Children's toys
  • Dining table
  • High chair
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Direct access to the beach
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • On the bay
  • Outdoor furniture

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

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 28-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Toaster

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

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 full breakfast: approximately EUR 10 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 major credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM—-5:30 AM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.

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.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts major credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • 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.

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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Arnolds Hotel?

Arnolds Hotel provides free cancellation on some room rates. For specific requirements, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to do near Arnolds Hotel?

Located steps from Dunfanaghy Stables, this hotel is in Dunfanaghy, and within a 10-minute walk of Dunfanaghy Workhouse and Dunfanaghy Golf Club. You'll also find Doe Castle and Killahoey Beach less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Arnolds Hotel?

No, there isn't parking available at the hotel.

Does Arnolds Hotel include a casino on the premises?

No, Arnolds Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Arnolds Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Arnolds Hotel?

Couples will appreciate amenities like a bar, an ocean-view restaurant, and wedding services at this hotel.

Does Arnolds Hotel have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Arnolds Hotel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Arnolds Hotel serves a full breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Seascapes.

Does Arnolds Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Arnolds Hotel.

Does Arnolds Hotel have connecting rooms?

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

Where is the closest airport to Arnolds Hotel?

The closest major airport to Arnolds Hotel is Donegal (CFN), which is 25.5 mi away (33 minutes by car). Another top airport is Letterkenny (LTR-Letterkenny Airfield), which is located 24.7 mi away (34-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Arnolds Hotel?

No, at Arnolds Hotel, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Does Arnolds Hotel have a wedding venue on site?

There are wedding services available at Arnolds Hotel if that's in your vacation plans.

Arnolds Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 126 out of 193 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 54 out of 193 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 193 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 193 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 193 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sinead

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Lovely stay again. Great staff and food. Lovely staff and relaxing break
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Ray

Not senior friendly No lift, steep stairs…
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bernie

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were excellent. All staff were eager to please and were professional throughout our stay. Unfortunately, the food slightly let us down. My wife's main course kn our first evening was overly salted so she had to leave it. I tried it and also found it salty. First day breakfast was good but 2nd day breakfast was warm but not hot. Other than these minor points, we enjoyed our stay and would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Desmond

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay, the hotel is very central, the Sunday roast was superb. Staff were great, overall a perfect night qway.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sinead

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely staff and cosy room. Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nuala

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly hotel. Staff very helpful. Food very good
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful stay at Arnold’s, was thankful they were able to extend our stay. Staff were amazing and friendly. Lovely scenery and walkable throughout the town. Can’t wait to return!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
We thoroughly enjoyed our two night stay. The room was quiet and comfortable. The breakfast was a real joy - proper menu with food cooked to order and polite servers - not the self service buffet we are all used to these days. The atmosphere in the lobby and lounge is warm and homely. We cannot fault the hotel and will recommend it to family and friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jasmine, Calgary

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was a wonderful stay. My husband and I are traveling on our honeymoon and they made it so special for us. From special notes and Prosecco in our room to remembering where we wanted to sit for dinner and putting us in the same spot for breakfast. Rooms are nicely updated (carpets are a bit tired) but the location, trad music, bar and restaurant are amazing. Highly recommend a stay at the Arnold's Hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ted

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nelson

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly atmosphere, staff very attentive & helpful. Great location for interesting walks & variety of beaches
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

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

10/10 Excellent

Fidelma

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

10/10 Excellent

Laura

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

A great stay

We stayed for one night. The staff were very friendly, very comfortable bed and nicely decorated room. Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mrs E

Traveled with group
Liked: Amenities
Lovely friendly atmosphere, rooms fantastic sea view, most enjoyable.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leonard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Adam

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

8/10 Good

Samuel

Traveled with family
Homely atmosphere and superb friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kieran

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