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The Central Hotel Donegal

3.0 star property
Hotel in Donegal with 2 restaurants and a health club

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Daily full breakfast (EUR 15 per person)
Garden
Spa
Hair dryer, towels
Interior entrance

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Bar

Explore the area

Map
The Diamond, Donegal, County Donegal
  • Donegal Castle
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • O'Donnel's Castle
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Abbey of Donegal
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Donegal (CFN)
    ‪65 min drive‬

Room options

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room Single Use

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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Triple Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Triple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Double or Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(35 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Double Room, River View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Donegal

The Central Hotel Donegal places you next to Diamond Obelisk and Killaghtee Old Church. This 113-room, 3-star hotel has an indoor pool along with free in-room WiFi and a gym.

What's nearby

  • Diamond Obelisk - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Donegal Castle - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • O'Donnel's Castle - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Daniel O'Donnell Museum - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Abbey of Donegal - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Letterkenny (LTR-Letterkenny Airfield) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Olde Castle Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪McCafferty's Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Reel Inn - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Harbour Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Supermac's - ‬2 min drive

About this property

The Central Hotel Donegal

Hotel in Donegal with 2 restaurants and a health club
The Central Hotel Donegal features an indoor pool, a children's pool, and a gym. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with luggage storage, and answer any questions about the accommodations. Additional amenities include a sauna, free WiFi in public areas, and a hot tub.
Guests can enjoy free WiFi and TVs. Coffee makers and hair dryers are other standard amenities.
An indoor pool, a children's pool, and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a health club and a sauna.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (EUR 3.20 per day)
  • Street parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: EUR 15 for adults and EUR 10 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge

Restaurants on site

  • Blazers
  • Upper Deck Bar

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Health club
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Indoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
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
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Renovations and closures

The property is closed: Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

  • A damage deposit of EUR 2000 will be collected before check-in.

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

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 15 for adults and EUR 10 for children
  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 3.20 per day (328 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 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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 4 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 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 for incidental charges and 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.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

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

Property is also known as

Central Hotel Donegal
Central Donegal
The Central Donegal Donegal
The Central Hotel Donegal Hotel
The Central Hotel Donegal Donegal
The Central Hotel Donegal Hotel Donegal

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at The Central Hotel Donegal?

The Central Hotel Donegal provides free cancellation on some room rates. For specific requirements, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to see near The Central Hotel Donegal?

Guests positively rate the hotel's walkable location in Donegal, just steps from Diamond Obelisk and Killaghtee Old Church, and within a short walk of Donegal Castle. You'll also find O'Donnel's Castle and Donegal Bay Waterbus less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at The Central Hotel Donegal?

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

Does The Central Hotel Donegal include a casino at the property?

No, The Central Hotel Donegal doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Central Hotel Donegal?

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

Is The Central Hotel Donegal good for couples?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including an indoor pool, a bar, and 2 restaurants.

Does The Central Hotel Donegal have a hot tub?

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

Does The Central Hotel Donegal have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, The Central Hotel Donegal has 2 restaurants, and serves a full breakfast each morning for a surcharge.

Will The Central Hotel Donegal allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Central Hotel Donegal.

Does The Central Hotel Donegal have connecting rooms?

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

Where is the closest airport to The Central Hotel Donegal?

The closest major airport to The Central Hotel Donegal is Letterkenny (LTR-Letterkenny Airfield), which is about 27.1 mi away. Another top airport is Donegal (CFN), which is around 28.1 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Central Hotel Donegal?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at The Central Hotel Donegal.

Does The Central Hotel Donegal host weddings?

If wedding bells are in your future, take advantage of the wedding venue at The Central Hotel Donegal.

The Central Hotel Donegal Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 240 out of 488 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 157 out of 488 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 62 out of 488 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 488 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 488 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a cool spot
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hester

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Staff was friendly and rooms were clean. Great area to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very quaint property. Clean, well maintained with friendly, very accommodating staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Douglas

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Niamh

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne Marie

Liked: Amenities
Recommend highly Hotel and staff are lovely Excellent location Will be back
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the best hotels I have stayed in. Everything was perfect. Rooms clean, tidy and spacious. Beds were extremely comfortable. Breakfast was delicious Staff were friendly and cery helpful. If i could give more than 5 stars I would give 10/10
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
👍
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

geraldine

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My family and I had the most enjoyable experience at The Central Hotel. The staff and especially the manager on duty were very attentive to our needs and concerns. I will definitely return.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Letitia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place room over looking the river great location
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Qiru

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient located in city center
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catriona

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

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

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

4/10 Poor

Naomi

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Would not recommend

When I got to my room the bathroom had pubic hair all over the floor and inside the shower lay two muddy show prints on the floor. The TV was also broken.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerry

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel in the middle of everything. Lovely staff and good breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clare

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

10/10 Excellent

allaister

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith

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

10/10 Excellent

Joel

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

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
All was great. Lovely hotel, very welcoming and friendly staff. Warm and very comfortable room. Great breakfast. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Jeanne

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service

Not very kind

I didn’t have the best experience of hospitality overall. Receptionists in particular were cold, bordering on rude. Check-in felt like an interrogation; when I called to say the Wi-Fi was down I was told that “no one else has complained”, and on day of departure I got a stern call telling me check out was at 11 and it was 11:10. (I thought it was at twelve- like most hotels I’ve been to in Ireland, and I’m traveling with a 2 year old as a single mom. Hotel was definitely not full. There was really no need to hurry us except for a sense of what? Authority?) I did have an exceptionally good experience with another member of staff- I think a gentleman who worked in the restaurant- who helped me on two occasions with my daughter’s stroller/buggy. That was a highlight, and in contradiction with the near rudeness of the ladies at reception. I’ve been traveling through Ireland for four weeks and this was my worse experience so far.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

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

Great place to stay in Donegal

This is a perfect location - right on the Diamond. Parking is available nearby (metered spaces you can pay for 9 hours at a time). The pool and gym are a huge plus. The dinner and breakfast we had there were very good. There may be wheelchair accessible rooms but the one we had was not (we didn't request one, just an FYI for guests) - although there was a lift there were also stairs between the lift and our room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025