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Downings Bay Hotel

3.0 star property
Beachfront hotel with a fitness center

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Front of property
Reception
Golf
3 bars/lounges
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

Map
Main Street, Downings, Donegal
  • Sandy Hills Golf Course
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Carrigart Riding Stables
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Marble Hill Strand
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Londonderry (LDY-City of Derry)
    ‪83 min drive‬

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Room options

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Superior Single Room | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Twin Room (NO VIEW/ DISCO SIDE)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Family Room (NO VIEW/ DISCO SIDE) | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Room (NO VIEW/ DISCO SIDE)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Family Room (PARTIAL SEA VIEW) | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Room (PARTIAL SEA VIEW)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room (NO VIEW/DISCO SIDE)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Twin Room (PARTIAL SEA VIEW)

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

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room (PARTIAL SEA VIEW)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Downings

Within a short walk of Sandy Hills Golf Course, Downings Bay Hotel is within a mile (2 km) of Carrigart Beach. This 40-room, 3-star hotel has free in-room WiFi along with free self parking and a gym.

What's nearby

  • Sandy Hills Golf Course - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Carrigart Riding Stables - 5 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • Marble Hill Strand - 25 min drive - 17.5 miles
  • Ards Forest Park - 32 min drive - 16.0 miles
  • Portsalon Beach - 35 min drive - 19.3 miles

Getting around

  • Letterkenny (LTR-Letterkenny Airfield) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Harbour Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Shack - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Singing Pub - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Patsy Dan's - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Rose's Bar - ‬14 min drive

About this property

Downings Bay Hotel

Beachfront hotel with a fitness center
At Downings Bay Hotel, guests enjoy features like a children's pool, a gym, and a sauna. If you drive, put free parking to good use. Front-desk staff can assist with securing valuables, luggage storage, and tours or tickets. Other amenities at this beach hotel include free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and laundry facilities.
Flat-screen TVs come with digital channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include coffee makers, ironing boards, and free toiletries.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a sauna, a fitness center, and a children's pool.

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
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • 3 bars/lounges
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Haven
  • J.C.'s
  • The Empire Club
  • The Wheelhouse

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Children's pool
  • Gym
  • Indoor pool (guest access)
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Access to nearby indoor pool
  • Children's pool
  • Free babysitting
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • On the beach

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 11 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 10.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 10.0 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 3 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. 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.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

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

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Frequently asked questions

What's there to do around Downings Bay Hotel?

This hotel is located in Downings within a short 14-minute walk of Sandy Hills Golf Course. You'll also find Carrigart Riding Stables and Carrigart Beach within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at Downings Bay Hotel?

As of Jun 30, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Downings Bay Hotel on Jul 3, 2025 start from $206.48, 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.

Is there parking available at Downings Bay Hotel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Downings Bay Hotel include a casino?

No, Downings Bay Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Downings Bay Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Downings Bay Hotel a good place to stay for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this beachfront hotel, including 3 bars, a restaurant, and a steam room.

Are there hot tubs at Downings Bay Hotel?

No, but this hotel does have a steam room.

Does Downings Bay Hotel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Downings Bay Hotel serves free full breakfasts at Haven each morning.

Does Downings Bay Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Downings Bay Hotel.

Does Downings Bay Hotel have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to Downings Bay Hotel?

The closest major airport to Downings Bay Hotel is Letterkenny (LTR-Letterkenny Airfield), which is 22.8 mi away (37 minutes by car). Another top airport is Donegal (CFN), which is around 22.8 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Downings Bay Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Downings Bay Hotel.

Downings Bay Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 87 out of 134 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 37 out of 134 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 134 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 134 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 134 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Desi

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

Very comfortable

Clean rooms and helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

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

10/10 Excellent

Ron

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful hotel and great bar. Next to the water. Nice Irish breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Garry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

P

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location, everything within walking distance. No pool onsite but we knew this upon booking. Good breakfast clean rooms, quiet despite facing the 'disco' area. Upper rooms very warm without air con but overall excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

donna

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beds hard and uncomfortable, breakfast seemed to be an inconvenience to the lady serving it !
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

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

Golf trip

We stayed at hotel to play the three golf courses at Rosapena. The hotel staff are brilliant and friendly with a delicious breakfast. The rooms are massive too.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew, Tauranga

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were so accommodating and the food was excellent fare.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary

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

Staff A+++

The staff at Downings Bay Hotel really made our trip extraordinary. They were so friendly and accommodating. Couldn’t ask for a better experience!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place, really close to beaches, delicious breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Susan

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

Enjoyable short break

Well appointed, generous size and comfortable clean room, well serviced. Excellent helpful and friendly staff. Good food - great choice at breakfast and tasty evening bar food. Well located with easy access to the gorgeous Downings beach next to hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul, Stouffville

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff at Downey's Bay were wonderful, very accommodating, friendly, cheerful and couldn't do enough for us. My thanks to all of them. We had a marvelous stay
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel at very reasonable rates. Good food and staff. We’ll be back again. Thanks.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly staff , very welcoming . Ideal location if you are golfing . Great food . Highly recommended. Terrific value
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patrick, Houston

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Tub bath was a nice amenity after cold day of golf.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

George

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

Great hotel close to the beach.

This beautiful hotel has a wonderful location close to the beach and the rooms are lovely. The brilliant bar had very friendly staff and served great food. The full Irish breakfast was great so we highly recommend this super hotel in a great location.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely relaxing stay, great breakfast and clean rooms
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely friendly staff Rooms very clean Great location
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

6/10 Okay

Sonja

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Static caravans ruin the views

The hotel and staff were nice enough but the location was awful. I wrongly assumed that given its location and the beach photos on its website there would be beautiful views of the bay but didn’t do my homework properly. Check out Google maps but on satellite view to see the clutter of static caravans completely dominating the best part of Downings and covering the entire length of the bay right up to the boundary of the hotel car park ☹️
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

sally

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

A true gem!

We stayed for one night and it happened to be the last night of the season. We were met with a friendly receptionist. We had dinner in the bar and it was one of the nicest meals I’ve had in Ireland in the last 2 years! Great service, varied menu, lots of vegetarian options, absolutely delicious food. The room was spacious and a lovely comfortable bed. Breakfast was a buffet style served to you. Again this was delicious. I would highly recommend this hotel. I didn’t use any of the leisure facilities to comment.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel was very clean and good Covid requirements in place. Staff were extremely friendly and helpful. Food excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021

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