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City Hotel Derry

4.0 star property

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Front of property
Indoor pool, sun loungers
Lobby sitting area
Meeting facility
Hypo-allergenic bedding, blackout drapes, bed sheets

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Restaurant
  • Gym
  • Parking available
  • Business services

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Queens Quay, Derry, Londonderry, Northern Ireland, BT487AS
  • Place, Museum of Free Derry and Bloody Sunday Memorial
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Millennium Forum
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Derry City Walls
    ‪9 min walk‬

Room options

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, blackout drapes, bed sheets

Family Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • 188 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Junior Suite | Hypo-allergenic bedding, blackout drapes, bed sheets

Junior Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Room, 1 Double Bed | Hypo-allergenic bedding, blackout drapes, bed sheets

Superior Room, 1 Double Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • 187 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Executive Junior Suite Penthouse | Hypo-allergenic bedding, blackout drapes, bed sheets

Executive Junior Suite Penthouse

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, blackout drapes, bed sheets

Family Room (Double & Single)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)
  • 182 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Executive Double Room, 1 Queen Bed | Hypo-allergenic bedding, blackout drapes, bed sheets

Executive Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 181 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Double Room, Accessible Bathtub | Hypo-allergenic bedding, blackout drapes, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, Accessible Bathtub

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, blackout drapes, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(36 reviews)
  • 181 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds | Hypo-allergenic bedding, blackout drapes, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 181 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Londonderry

City Hotel Derry places you next to Guildhall and within a 5-minute walk of Peace Bridge. This 158-room, 4-star hotel has conveniences like an indoor pool, a gym, and a conference center.

What's nearby

  • Guildhall - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Museum of Free Derry and Bloody Sunday Memorial - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Millennium Forum - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Peace Bridge - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Derry City Walls - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Londonderry Station - 15 min walk
  • Donegal (CFN) - 109 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hillbilly's Chicken - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Guildhall Taphouse - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Pyke 'N' Pommes Strand Road - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Spaghetti Junction - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Guild Cafe - ‬2 min walk

About this property

City Hotel Derry

City Hotel Derry features an indoor pool, a children's pool, and a gym. Self parking is available for GBP 14.00 per day. Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with tours or tickets, dry cleaning/laundry, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a steam room, free WiFi in public areas, and meeting rooms.
Flat-screen TVs come with satellite channels. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Coffee makers and phones are also standard.
An indoor pool and a children's pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include a steam room and a fitness center.

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: Internet access
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Offsite parking available (GBP 14 per day); discounts available
  • Secured self parking on site (GBP 14 per day)
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Coppins Bar
  • Thompsons

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

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

Guest services

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

Business services

  • Conference center (3,842 square feet of space)
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • On a river
  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Assistive listening devices in meeting rooms
  • Elevator (91 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Raised toilet seat (20 inches high)
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 7 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

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 continental breakfast: approximately GBP 15.00 per person
  • Secured self parking fee: GBP 14.00 per day
  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 14.00 per day (5 ft away)

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, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
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: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers limited parking, along with discounted offsite 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, debit cards, and cash.
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The hotel can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Parking has height restrictions.

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from Tourism NI.

Property is also known as

City Hotel
City Hotel Derry
Derry City Hotel
Hotel Derry City
City Hotel Derry Londonderry
The City Hotel Derry
City Derry Londonderry
City Hotel Derry Hotel
City Hotel Derry Londonderry
City Hotel Derry Hotel Londonderry

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at City Hotel Derry?

City Hotel Derry offers free cancellation on some room rates. To learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at City Hotel Derry?

As of Jun 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at City Hotel Derry on Jun 18, 2026 start from $116, 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.

What is there to do around City Hotel Derry?

This hotel is located in Londonderry, just steps from Guildhall and Peace Bridge, and within a short walk of Irish Craft Village. You'll also find Derry City Walls and Foyleside Shopping Centre less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at City Hotel Derry?

Yes, secured parking is offered for GBP 14 per day. Though parking is limited parking, wheelchair-accessible parking is also available.

Does City Hotel Derry have a casino on the premises?

No, City Hotel Derry doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at City Hotel Derry?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool.

What do couples enjoy most about City Hotel Derry?

This riverfront hotel offers many amenities for couples, including champagne service as well as a restaurant and an indoor pool.

Does City Hotel Derry have a hot tub?

No, but this hotel does have a steam room.

Does City Hotel Derry feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, City Hotel Derry serves continental breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Thompsons.

Does City Hotel Derry allow pets to stay for free?

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

Does City Hotel Derry have connecting rooms available?

Yes, this hotel has connecting rooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

How far is the airport from City Hotel Derry?

The closest major airport to City Hotel Derry is Londonderry (LDY-City of Derry), which is 9.8 mi away (29 minutes by car). Another top airport is Letterkenny (LTR-Letterkenny Airfield), which is located 17.4 mi away (27-minute drive).

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

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at City Hotel Derry.

Does City Hotel Derry offer wedding services?

If wedding bells are in your future, take advantage of the wedding venue at City Hotel Derry.

City Hotel Derry Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 490 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 297 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 131 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 54 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 33 out of 1005 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were friendly and room was spacious and we had a great view.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Onagh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Spotless room on 7th floor with lovely views of the Peace Bridge.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Spacious, clean and warm rooms. Friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff at front desk!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Agnes

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was huge for the 3 of us. Staff very friends and helpful. Definitely would stay again at the city hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Got one of the newly decorated rooms and it was lovely! The staff were very friendly and we had a great stay. Really pleased with the price and the location couldn't have been handier.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Breakfast was avera
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Donna

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Entrance to hotel was closed so we had to walj through an underground carpark to get unto hotel
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

4/10 Poor

cian

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Staff were lovely and really helpfull, hotel is dated and food needs an upgrade.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mr. S.

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

Excellent

Excellent weekend away
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Breakfast was excellent great choice of food
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Gregg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Some noise. Rooms a little worn, but overall a good experience and great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Emma Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Hotel was clean and staff friendly but rooms and bathroom very dated although it is mid being taken over by Hilton so hopefully rooms get a revamp
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It was an amazing hotel the greetings at reception was so welcoming i felt like family. The room was huge and so so clean. Bar staff wow breakfast wow . Everyone so helpful we will definitely go back. Best value for money we have ever received. Thank you Everyone for spoiling me and my wife. See ye soon regards Roger and Tanya
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Gail

Very helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Siobhan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Nuala

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Shania (restaurant Manager) was very professional and helpful. Hotel was under construction, pity because it's a lovely hotel. There was no atmosphere, hotel was quiet though we still enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thank you for a great stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Teresa Mc

Liked: Amenities
Very pleasant stay .Food was excellent would definitely recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was extremely helpful and courteous! Made our stay very enjoyable!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good stay, good hotel with great facilities and perfect location
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Gareth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good location, great selection of breakfast, kind staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Lauren

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bathroom dated and mould on tiles. Shower Luke warm at best. Shower over bath dated and old fashioned. Breakfast Luke warm. Chairs at table covered with food and stains. Pots for tea and coffee stained inside.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aileen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location with parking and breakfast. Would stay there again!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

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