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The Waters Edge

3.0 star property
Hotel in Rathmullan with free parking

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1 bedroom, blackout drapes, travel crib, free WiFi
Exterior
Superior Suite, Multiple Beds, Sea View | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, travel crib, free WiFi
Exterior
Superior Triple Room | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, travel crib, free WiFi

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Rathmullan, Rathmullan, Donegal
  • Place, The Looking Glass Spa Therapy
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Rathmullan House
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, School of Home Baking
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Londonderry (LDY-City of Derry)
    ‪64 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bedroom, blackout drapes, travel crib, free WiFi

Standard Triple Room, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Superior Triple Room | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, travel crib, free WiFi

Superior Triple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, blackout drapes, travel crib, free WiFi

Standard Double Room, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Triple Room, Accessible | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, travel crib, free WiFi

Standard Triple Room, Accessible

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, blackout drapes, travel crib, free WiFi

Standard Triple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Superior Suite, Multiple Beds, Sea View | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, travel crib, free WiFi

Superior Suite, Multiple Beds, Sea View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, blackout drapes, travel crib, free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, blackout drapes, travel crib, free WiFi

Premier Double Room, Sea View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, blackout drapes, travel crib, free WiFi

Deluxe Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Triple Room, Sea View

1 bedroom, blackout drapes, travel crib, free WiFi

Deluxe Triple Room, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Rathmullan

The Waters Edge is a short stroll from The Looking Glass Spa Therapy and School of Home Baking. This 10-room, 3-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, free self parking, and express check-out.

What's nearby

  • The Looking Glass Spa Therapy - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Rathmullan House - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • School of Home Baking - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Rathmullan Heritage Centre - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Vintage Car and Carriage Museum - 57 min drive - 42.8 miles

Getting around

  • Londonderry Station - 52 min drive
  • Letterkenny (LTR-Letterkenny Airfield) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Harbour Inn - ‬48 min drive
  • ‪The Coffee Cup - ‬56 min drive
  • ‪The Drift Inn - ‬54 min drive
  • ‪The Cottage Bar - ‬56 min drive
  • ‪O'Flaherty's Bar - ‬56 min drive

About this property

The Waters Edge

Hotel in Rathmullan with free parking
The Waters Edge features free WiFi in public areas and express check-out. A stay here includes free parking.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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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

Family friendly

  • Travel crib

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Virtual front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • In a nature reserve

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)

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Chef service

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 5 days before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; access will be through a private entrance
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Guests are recommended to download the property's watersedge mobile app before check-in

Access methods

Key retrieval, private entrance

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-9:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
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 and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

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

National rating

This property does not have a Ireland Tourist Board rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

The Waters Edge Hotel
The Waters Edge Rathmullan
The Waters Edge Accommodation
The Waters Edge Hotel Rathmullan

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at The Waters Edge?

The Waters Edge offers free cancellation on select room rates. For specific requirements, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What can I see around The Waters Edge?

This hotel is located in Rathmullan, a short 10-minute walk from Rathmullan House and also 10 minutes on foot from The Looking Glass Spa Therapy. Rathmullan Heritage Centre is also within a driving distance of 1.1 mi.

Will I be able to park at The Waters Edge?

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

Does The Waters Edge have a casino at the property?

No, The Waters Edge doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Waters Edge?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about The Waters Edge?

Couples staying at this hotel will value amenities like access to a chef, soaking tubs in some guestrooms, as well as a nature reserve.

Does The Waters Edge have a hot tub?

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

Does The Waters Edge have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, The Waters Edge doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will The Waters Edge allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Waters Edge.

Are there connecting rooms at The Waters Edge?

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

How far is the airport from The Waters Edge?

The closest major airport to The Waters Edge is Letterkenny (LTR-Letterkenny Airfield), which is 15.9 mi away (28 minutes by car). Another top airport is Londonderry (LDY-City of Derry), which is around 15.8 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Waters Edge?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Waters Edge.

The Waters Edge Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 83 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 83 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 83 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 83 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 83 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Bradley

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The remote check in process was easy. The room smelled of cigarette smoke and mildew. The carpet was stained but clean, the bed was worn down. This property could use an update. The restaurant is not managed by the same company and wasn’t open when we were there.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Joseph Brian

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Splendid location on the edge of Lough Swilly with view from room across the waters. Room was warm clean and comfortable with adequate space for a two night stay. Rathmullan within walking distance. On site restaurant was good as was breakfast at Belle’s in Rathmullan. Perfect for visit to Fanad lighthouse. More like a room in an Airbnb with no on site hotel reception or public space other than the bar/ restaurant. But check in system worked ok.
Fanad Lighthouse
Abbey in Rathmullan
Hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The property is fine. There is no internet and while the on
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

John

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

Solid place to stay

Positive Room was excellent with great view Bed unreal comfy Very clean Nice and warm Easy to access Negatives Main toilets not great nick by bar. Bar closed at 10pm which was very early. Pint of Guinness cost me 6.40euro eventhough price in book stated it was 5.90euro Shower in room had hardly any pressure
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Melinda

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Some improvements needed

Great location right on the water, but the beds themselve were very uncomfortable and the carpets need a good clean. No lid on the toilet either. Would suggest blinds not just curtains. Aswell as an iron in the room, but thats just my personal preference. Easy check in and easy to find rooms. Plenty of parking with bar and restaurant on site. Lovely picturesque location in ireland.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick, Houston

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The remote staffing is a new wrinkle to me, but it worked fine. Rathmullen was a bit slow on Monday night, but that’s to be expected. Hotel was comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

May

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Closeness to the water
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arlene

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

10/10 Excellent

Katriona

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very nice
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

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

8/10 Good

Simon

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

Beautiful location

This is a beautiful hotel and setting, very clean and comfortable, there is a restaurant & bar attached to it but only opens from 5pm, there is no breakfast facilities however there is tea & coffee in the room. Nearby cafe that do excellent breakfast and food. The only downside is that we had an issue with no hot water or heating on the last evening & day so a very cold shower on the day of checking out. It was reported and I believe the maintenance man arrived as we were just leaving. All in all a very pleasant stay
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Greg

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pretty
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rufaro

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

Exceeded our expectations

Drove a 5 hours to be there but it was worth it! The food, the rooms , the decor, the service! Absolutely amazing! I will go back😍. The WiFi is a bit slow but nothing hectic!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Eamon

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
The room needs a fridge for patrons to store food/drinks etc. The room needs more than one set of towels per person for a stay. There was no milk or coffee in our room, and one toilet roll was not enough
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

George

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

10/10 Excellent

Dean

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

6/10 Okay

ARINDAM

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
While this is contactless lodging, we had everything we needed and a spacious room for three. The restaurant downstairs was excellent and convenient. Beautiful area too.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Damian

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
A fridge in the room would be a welcome addition, and more comfortable pillows. Don't get me wrong, it's a nice place, well maintained, but no breakfast available unfortunately, and the nearest place only offers breakfast from 10am onwards. If you have an early start I suggest you make arrangements outside of the area.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caoimhin

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Beautiful water views
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tomi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Although I wouldn't call this a 'hotel' I did have a very nice stay here. There was no front desk help but check in was very easy as it was detailed nicely in the messages prior to arriving. The room was great and had a wonderful view out over the water. The restaurant was also great and very convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024