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The Gateway Hotel

4.0 star property

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Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
Reception
Meeting facility
Studio Suite | Living area | 43-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, Smart TV

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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Inner Relief Road, Dundalk, Louth, A91 EF88
  • Place, Mac Anna Theatre
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Muirhevnamor District Park
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Louth County Hospital
    ‪19 min walk‬

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Double Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Twin Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

Executive Double Room

  • 280 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Quadruple Room, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

1 King 1 Bedroom Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

1 King Bed Standard

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

1 King Bed Standard Lounge Access

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Dundalk

The Gateway Hotel places you within a 10-minute stroll of Mac Anna Theatre and Dundalk Institute of Technology. This 129-room, 4-star hotel has a restaurant along with conveniences like free in-room WiFi and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Mac Anna Theatre - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Dundalk Bay Brewery and Distillery - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Muirhevnamor District Park - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Louth County Hospital - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Dundalk Retail Park - 19 min walk - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Dundalk Station - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Clermont Arms - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Flannagan - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Jockeys - ‬5 min drive

About this property

The Gateway Hotel

At The Gateway Hotel, guests have access to a gym, free WiFi in public areas, and meeting rooms. A stay here includes free parking. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with dry cleaning/laundry, concierge services, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a conference center, a business center, and a computer station.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 43-inch Smart TVs with satellite channels. Coffee makers, hair dryers, and safes are also standard.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center.

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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 self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available for a fee: EUR 12 to 16 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Fahrenheit

Things to do

  • Gym

Family friendly

  • Babysitting
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

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

Guest services

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

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Conference center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 14 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch smart TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

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

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from December 24 2026 to December 26 2026 (dates subject to change):
  • One of the bars/lounges
  • One of the dining venues
  • Breakfast
  • Fitness facilities
  • Laundry facilities
  • Meeting facilities
The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from December 24 to December 27:
  • One of the dining venues
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Fitness facilities
  • Laundry facilities
  • Meeting facilities

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

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 buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 12 to 16 per person

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • 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. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

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

Crowne Plaza Dundalk
Crowne Plaza Hotel Dundalk
Dundalk Crowne Plaza
Crowne Plaza Dundalk Hotel

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at The Gateway Hotel?

The Gateway Hotel provides free cancellation on select room rates. If you'd like to learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at The Gateway Hotel?

As of Jun 5, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Gateway Hotel on Jun 29, 2026 start from $157, 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's there to do near The Gateway Hotel?

This hotel is located in Dundalk, a short 8-minute walk from Mac Anna Theatre and also 13 minutes on foot from Dundalk Bay Brewery and Distillery. You'll also find Muirhevnamor District Park and Dundalk Retail Park less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at The Gateway Hotel?

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

Does The Gateway Hotel include a casino?

No, The Gateway Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Gateway Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is The Gateway Hotel good for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this hotel, including 24-hour room service and a smart TV in each guestroom, and some feature sea view.

Does The Gateway Hotel have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does The Gateway Hotel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, The Gateway Hotel serves buffet breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Fahrenheit. Please note that one of the dining venues will be closed and breakfast unavailable between December 24 2026 and December 26 2026 (subject to change).

Does The Gateway Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Gateway Hotel.

Does The Gateway Hotel have connecting rooms available?

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

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Gateway Hotel?

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

The Gateway Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 533 out of 877 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 264 out of 877 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 59 out of 877 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 877 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 877 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely clean room Friendly staff Breakfast very nice
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, nice hotel, clean room and tasty food.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were all lovely, good food, especially the breakfast, lots of choices at the buffet
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Cant fault anything about the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Calum

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Nice hotel lobby, friendly staff and good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Siana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It was great Lovey food Lovey staff Definitely wound go back
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

niamh

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

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

Great hotel

Excellent staff, excellent breakfast, nice room with plenty of space. Would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mairead

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location, friends, clean bedroom and bathroom. Tasty food and a wide range of drinks available in the restaurant and bar area.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

MAUREEN

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and staff was very polite and very accommdating
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel, great staff and a nice stay. Good place for us after flying through the night and being outside of Dublin was better prices than in the big city
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great facilities - good breakfast - helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Brendan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well appointed rooms. Breakfast excellent. Good, free parking.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Super friendly and helpful staff. Food was great, and service in the restaurant was super. Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel was nice, the check-in was easy everyone there was very nice. It’s very clean modern hotel and a nice room with a view out. It is about 10 minute drive into town, but we enjoyed our stay. The town is very cute.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great views from the upper floors. The staff were incredible!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

R

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

Clean hotel with friendly staff

Lovely clean hotel ,very friendly staff ,free parking ,good wifi ,nice restaurant
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel. Plan ahead for getting there if you’re coming by bus or train.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Paul

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

Comfortable Hotel

Very comfortable hotel and lovely rooms. Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Yasmin on reception set a lovely tone for ny stay Very friendly and welcoming Gym a good size Beds comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Damien

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable, clean and great staff, nothings a hassle for them polite and very helpful. Great place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent modern hotel, all the facilities you would expect at a high standard. Very good location for exploring the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Bryon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a pleasure to stay there, it is as advertised. Great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Didn’t have breakfast so can’t comment. There is not much around the hotel, you need to drive or have a long walk to reach anywhere. The hotel was lovely, the staff excellent we’d stay again. The food in the restaurant was also very good.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Dearbhla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Enjoyable stay

Comfortable stay. helpful and friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

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