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The Iona Inn

2.0 star property
Riverfront guesthouse with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk

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Capsule
Free daily full breakfast
Reception
Family Room | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Hair dryer, towels

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
15 - 19 Spencer Road, Waterside Derry, Londonderry, Northern Ireland, BT47 6AA
  • Derry City Walls
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Millennium Forum
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Museum of Free Derry and Bloody Sunday Memorial
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Londonderry (LDY-City of Derry)
    ‪15 min drive‬

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Room options

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Family Room | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Room

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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Standard Twin Room | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Double Room | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Londonderry

The Iona Inn places you within a 15-minute stroll of popular sights such as Foyleside Shopping Centre and Derry City Walls. This 11-room guesthouse welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast, a bar/lounge, and free in-room WiFi.
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What's nearby

  • Derry City Walls - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Millennium Forum - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Museum of Free Derry and Bloody Sunday Memorial - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • You are Now Entering Free Derry Mural - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Peace Bridge - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Londonderry Station - 7 min walk
  • Belfast International Airport (BFS) - 80 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Badgers - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Yangtze - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Supermac's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Bentley Bar - ‬11 min walk

About this property

The Iona Inn

Riverfront guesthouse with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk
Guests staying at The Iona Inn enjoy free WiFi in public areas, laundry facilities, and a porter/bellhop. If you drive, put free offsite parking to good use. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with luggage storage, and answer any questions about the accommodations.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 32-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels. Electric kettles, hair dryers, and ironing boards are also standard. Change of towels is available on request.
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
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop

Outdoors

  • On a river

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge

More

  • 2 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 19

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-11:30 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 19
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free nearby 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.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

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Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at The Iona Inn?

The Iona Inn provides free cancellation on some room rates. To learn more, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at The Iona Inn?

As of Jun 23, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Iona Inn on Jun 24, 2025 start from $159.2, 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 is there to do around The Iona Inn?

Located steps from Railway Terminus, this guesthouse is in Londonderry, and within a 10-minute walk of Foyleside Shopping Centre and Walled City. You'll also find Derry City Walls and Millennium Forum less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at The Iona Inn?

No, there isn't parking at the guesthouse but you'll find free parking nearby.

Does The Iona Inn include a casino at the property?

No, The Iona Inn doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Iona Inn?

No, there is no indoor pool at this guesthouse.

What amenities will couples enjoy at The Iona Inn?

At this riverfront guesthouse, couples will appreciate amenities like a bar and free breakfast plus some accommodations include courtyard views.

Are there hot tubs at The Iona Inn?

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

Does The Iona Inn have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

The Iona Inn offers free full breakfasts each morning though there is no restaurant.

Will The Iona Inn allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Iona Inn.

Does The Iona Inn have connecting rooms?

No, this guesthouse doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from The Iona Inn?

The closest major airport to The Iona Inn is Londonderry (LDY-City of Derry), which is 8.6 mi away (17 minutes by car). Another top airport is Letterkenny (LTR-Letterkenny Airfield), which is located 19.6 mi away (28-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at The Iona Inn?

No, there aren't any accommodations with balconies at The Iona Inn.

The Iona Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 60 out of 155 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 52 out of 155 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 31 out of 155 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 155 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 155 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Innes

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

10/10 Excellent

Mark

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

4/10 Poor

Roger

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
It was handy for out walking tours of Londonderry but very noisy and we had disrupted nights. The walls are thin and there was a very noisy group in the hotel waking us up after midnight.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We were made to feel very welcome when we arrived. The ladies that helped us were wonderful and our breakfast was delicious. We would recommend staying here to anyone we knew that was visiting Derry.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very good friendly staff room or clean
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Arthur

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really lovely place. Easy to get to. Very happy I stayed here and would book again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

6/10 Okay

AMANDA

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was decent. Not a bad walk into the city. The shower had not been cleaned very well. Covered in hair. Breakfast was very good- Belle was very kind, friendly, and thoughtful when it came to making breakfast for our small children.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shelley

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

2/10 Terrible

MARY

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

S

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

josie

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

8/10 Good

Sabina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

Great spot, bit uncomfortable

We made the reservation within 5 minutes of showing up so it is quite understandable that no one would be here. The owner had made plans for this ahead of time so I believe this happens often. Absolutely no issue as she was able to confirm our reservation and give codes thru the intercom at the door. As to the hotel, location is amazing for sightseeing and eateries, however a bit noisy with the windows opened as it is between busy streets. Once we closed the windows, WOW what a difference. Very little noise, I want these windows in my house. The beds were not much better than box springs on flat platforms, could be so much better
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Aisling

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

A brilliant place to stay, would highly recommend

A lovely family run B & B, very friendly and obliging, and a great welcome in the pub next door (also part of family)..we'll definitely be returning!!!... Aisling and Carmel. 😊
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sean

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

Great location in the West

A warm welcome from Tonya the host - a comfy bed and great location for this hotel. Great breakfast started the day off well PROS: Warm welcome, great breakfasts, clean comfy beds and ideal location CONS: Slightly dated room interiors and furniture, bedding in hallways and road can be noisy if a light sleeper(Im not)
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Jonathan

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

D

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

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

Perfect spot for a family

Lovely clean spacious family room that had everything we needed. Plenty of space for our family of 5, nothing was any trouble to the host and she was very warm and welcoming. She gave us some suggestions for places for dinner which were great. Handy to have the wee prepay carpark just round the bend. Breakfast was beautiful and freshly served. Thanks so much, will definitely recommend
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Great for short break

Rooms where clean and adequate for our overnight. Breakfast was great with a choice of a ulster fry or continental breakfast. Great spot for walking distance to the centre aprox 10/15 min walk
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brady

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved being so close to the city Centre!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

6/10 Okay

David Alexander

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021