Slieve Donard

5.0 star property
Elegant beach hotel and indoor pool

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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar

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Downs Road, Newcastle, Northern Ireland, BT33 0AH
  • Place, Newcastle Beach
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Tollymore Forest Park
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Royal County Down Golf Course
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Belfast (BHD-George Best Belfast City)
    ‪52 min drive‬

Room options

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed (Slieve King Suite)

  • 430 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible (Accessible Room)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 249 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed (Slieve Double)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • 236 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds (Slieve Double Double)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Slieve King or Twin)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Sea View (Slieve Deluxe Sea View King or Twin)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 290 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 1 King Bed (Resort Sea View King or Twin)

  • 301 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed, Sea View (Slieve Sea View Junior Suite)

  • 344 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed (Slieve Junior Suite)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed, Sea View (Slieve Sea View King Suite)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 430 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 1 King Bed (Resort King or Twin)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Slieve Deluxe King or Twin)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)
  • 290 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Sea View (Slieve Sea View King or Twin)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Newcastle

Slieve Donard places you within a leisurely stroll of Royal County Down Golf Course and Newcastle Beach. This 5-star hotel welcomes guests with 180 rooms and conveniences like a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Newcastle Beach - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Tollymore Forest Park - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • La Belle Femme Nail Bar & Beauty Lounge - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Murlough National Nature Reserve - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Royal County Down Golf Course - 5 min drive - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Belfast (BHD-George Best Belfast City) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Niki's Kitchen Cafe - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Quinns Bar - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Hugh McCann's - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Villa Vinci - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Slieve Donard

Elegant beach hotel and indoor pool
At Slieve Donard, guests enjoy a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and a gym. If you plan to drive, free parking is available. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with dry cleaning/laundry, luggage storage, and concierge services. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Other amenities at this beach hotel include a sauna, free WiFi in public areas, and a hot tub.
50-inch Smart TVs come with digital channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers, designer toiletries, bathrobes, and slippers. Espresso makers, safes, and phones are also standard. Housekeeping is available on request.
An indoor pool and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a health club and a sauna.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can pamper themselves with a trip to the onsite spa, which has 3 treatment rooms. Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs, and body treatments. The spa is equipped with a sauna. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including Ayurvedic. The spa is open daily.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Tourism Program, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends
  • 3 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining

Restaurants on site

  • Afternoon tea
  • J.J. Farrall's
  • Lighthouse Lounge
  • The Percy French Inn
  • The Wolf

Things to do

  • Beach yoga
  • Fitness classes
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Indoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

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

Business services

  • 11 meeting rooms
  • 14,246 square feet of conference space

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • Pool loungers

Full-service spa

  • 3 treatment rooms
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Ceiling hoist
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (30 inches high)

More

  • 4 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 40.00

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 35 per accommodation, per night
  • Dogs only
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 50 per night
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: GBP 35 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 40.00 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 50 per night

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
  • Check-in: 3 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • 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, debit cards, and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:30 PM.
  • 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.

Property is also known as

Donard
Donard Slieve
Slieve Donard
Slieve Donard Newcastle
Slieve Donard Resort
Slieve Donard Resort Newcastle
Donard Hotel Newcastle Slieve
Donard Hotel Slieve
Slieve Donard Hotel Newcastle
Slieve Donard Resort And Spa Newcastle, Northern Ireland
Slieve Donard Resort And Spa Newcastle Northern Ireland
Slieve Donard Resort Spa

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Slieve Donard?

Slieve Donard provides free cancellation on certain room rates. To learn more, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Slieve Donard?

As of Oct 3, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Slieve Donard on Oct 21, 2025 start from $234.43, 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 can I see within easy reach of Slieve Donard?

This hotel is located in Newcastle, a short 7-minute walk from Royal County Down Golf Course and also 10 minutes on foot from Newcastle Beach. You'll also find Tollymore Forest Park and La Belle Femme Nail Bar & Beauty Lounge less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Slieve Donard?

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

Is there a spa available at Slieve Donard?

There is a full-service spa available for guests to enjoy and services include body wraps, Ayurvedic treatments, massages, and mani/pedis.

Does Slieve Donard have a casino?

No, Slieve Donard doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Slieve Donard?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool along with a hot tub. Guests have pool access between 8:00 AM and 8:30 PM.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Slieve Donard?

There are many amenities for couples at this hotel, including Champagne service as well as an indoor pool and a bar.

Are there hot tubs at Slieve Donard?

Yes, guests can enjoy a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Slieve Donard feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Slieve Donard has 3 restaurants, and serves free buffet breakfast each morning.

Will Slieve Donard allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Slieve Donard for a fee of GBP 35 per accommodation, per night. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Are there connecting rooms at Slieve Donard?

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

Where is the closest airport to Slieve Donard?

The closest major airport to Slieve Donard is Belfast (BHD-George Best Belfast City), which is about 27.6 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Slieve Donard?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Slieve Donard.

Does Slieve Donard offer wedding services?

There are wedding services available at Slieve Donard if that's in your vacation plans.

Reviews

Slieve Donard Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 656 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 192 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 81 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 44 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 27 out of 1000 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nikki

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

8/10 Good

Colin

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Jackie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
No robes in room on arrival, werent able to get changed to go to spa. Poor service in cafe, cream was off. Replacement scones arrived after we finished coffee. Having been asked if we wanted tea or coffee, we had to ask for pot of coffee 20 mins later as we werent brought it. Nothing big but not same level of service we had during previous stays.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Boon

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

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

Wonderful

A wonderful hotel in an amazing setting
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Very friendly and helpful staff. Bed was a bit small.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Traveled with partner
The pool and the views are just amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Chad a wonderful time here. The food was great, the staff were friendly and help. We had an amazing view of the sea and the mountains. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Julie

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Yvonne

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel, TOWACO

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Overall a good experience. Minor issues of no soap or moisturiser in bathroom. Breakfast was disappointing as poached eggs were finished and weren’t refilled until after I had eaten the rest of my cooked meal.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

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

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

aine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Just 1 night was memorable

My mum uses a Zimmer and the acces for her limited mobility was amazing. The staff truly went over and above from the second we walked in to the bar, restaurant, concierge, restaurant, spa etc.... I don't know how they get to know everyones names as so many people go through the door every day. Everyone was exceptional. The bed was like sleeping on a cloud. Food was out of this world. We weren't bothered too much yet, restaurant seemed to know just by a look, that we were going to ask for something or needed something. The place is warm, airy, fresh and the atmosphere was cheerful. Thank you so much. You made my Mums day and night.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Ciara

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Olivia

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property inside and out - impeccable service, wonderful dining options, and convenient location. 10/10!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

GERALDINE

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Lorna

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

Perfect location and setting but overpriced

I would love to give this hotel a 5star review but unfortunately it was lacking in quite a few ways. The location and setting is superb. Newcastle is a fantastic town with amazing scenery overlooking our gorgeous mournes. Check in was perfect reception was so friendly and informative. Our room looked the part but the bathroom was a bit underwhelming and could do with a refurbish. However is was clean and good shower. The spa area was also underwhelming.. sorry. We waited until family time was over but the swim noodles where still lying about as was bits of food,plastic cups and a used plaster on the floor beside pool. I think they should consider a more eco alternative to the plastic cups at water fountain. The sauna and steam room was lovely with an amazing sea view but you have to look past all the parked cars. I don’t think the £315 price for room was justifiable unfortunately Breakfast was really good. Loads of Choices and great quality food. Waiting staff were really attentive and courteous. Breakfast room was stunning!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025