Arnolds Hotel

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

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Daily full breakfast (EUR 10 per person)
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

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

Room options

Standard Twin Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Basic Single Room, 1 Twin Bed

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

Standard Double Room - Above the bar

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

Standard Double Room - Above the bar

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double 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
  • Doe Castle - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Horn Head - 11 min drive - 4.1 miles

Getting around

  • Belfast International Airport (BFS) - 136 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Shack - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Huckleberry Coffee Shop - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Starfish Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Patsy Dan's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Go Leor - ‬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.

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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 there parking available 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 do couples enjoy most about Arnolds Hotel?

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

Are there hot tubs at Arnolds Hotel?

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.

Are there connecting rooms at Arnolds Hotel?

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).

Are there rooms with balconies at Arnolds Hotel?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Arnolds Hotel.

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. 139 out of 214 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 58 out of 214 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 214 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 214 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 214 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

8/10 Good

Jeri

Great staff and nice location.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jeffrey

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff, very kind and attentive.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roisin

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

8/10 Good

MARY

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Lesley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Lovely location

Lovely location in Dunfanaghy. Easy check-in. Friendly helpful staff and good breakfast. Room was ok, but bathroom a bit tight and towels really need upgrading - perhaps I expected more for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

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

Well run busy hotel

Very comfortable throughout. Good food. Great, friendly service. Shame about the derelict building opposite not within their control of course. Easy parking.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

NEVILLE

Liked: Room comfort

Could do better

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheenaz

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

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel in perfect location for a visit to Dunfanaghy. Very good restaurant onsite, and easy walk to additional restaurants, plus pubs and shopping.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jay

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very helpful when it came to drying our wet clothes at no extra cost
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

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

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and excellent dinner and breakfast at the onsite restaurant!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Neil

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
A very nice little hotel in a nice town. Food was very good - both dinner and breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I had a very pleasant and comfortable stay, the staff were very friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel on the sea front,friendly staff and excellent food
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deirdre

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel staff are lovely great breakfast comfy bed and excellent location Can’t wait to return
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sinead

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Amy

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

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Convenient to all pubs and restaurants in the village The ONLY hotel in the village
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Brian

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

10/10 Excellent

JANE

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely atmosphere in the hotel and the staff allowed you to feel very at home, customer service outstanding and we would definitely stay again. Thank you Arnold’s 😊
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bernie

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

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