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The Waters Edge

3.0 star property

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A coastal hotel with a stone facade, a parking area, and a view of the sea and hills in the background.
A bedroom with a bed, a stone wall, a window with curtains, and a lamp.
A dark blue velvet armchair with metal legs, positioned in a room with a light-colored carpet and a framed picture on the wall.
Exterior
Superior Triple Room | Blackout drapes, travel crib, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Housekeeping

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
    ‪14 min walk‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Triple Room, Sea View

A bedroom with a bed, pillows, a bedside lamp, a window with curtains, and a wall-mounted lamp.

Standard Triple Room, Sea View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Triple Room, Sea View

A bedroom with a bed, pillows, a bedside lamp, a window with curtains, and a wall-mounted lamp.

Deluxe Triple Room, Sea View

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

View all photos for Premier Double Room, Sea View

A bedroom with a large window, a bed with a headboard, a nightstand with a lamp, and a view of a body of water and hills.

Premier Double Room, Sea View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Triple Room, Accessible

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, bedside lamps, a painting on the wall, and a view of a body of water through a window.

Standard Triple Room, Accessible

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

View all photos for Standard Triple Room

Blackout drapes, travel crib, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Triple Room

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

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Blackout drapes, travel crib, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Triple Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a small table, and a window with curtains.

Superior Triple Room

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

View all photos for Superior Suite, Multiple Beds, Sea View

A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a window with curtains, and a sign indicating 'Earl's suite 110'.

Superior Suite, Multiple Beds, Sea View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Double Room, Sea View

A bedroom with a bed, pillows, a bedside lamp, a window with curtains, and a wall-mounted lamp.

Standard Double Room, Sea View

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

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, Sea View

A bedroom with a bed, pillows, a bedside lamp, a window with curtains, and a wall-mounted lamp.

Deluxe Double Room, Sea View

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Rathmullan

The Waters Edge places you within a 10-minute stroll of Rathmullan Bay Beach and The Looking Glass Spa Therapy. 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 Bay Beach - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Rathmullan House - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • School of Home Baking - 14 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Rathmullan Heritage Centre - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Londonderry Station - 59 min drive
  • Letterkenny (LTR-Letterkenny Airfield) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Harbour Inn - ‬48 min drive
  • ‪The Travellers Inn - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪The Drift Inn - ‬49 min drive
  • ‪The Coffee Cup - ‬51 min drive
  • ‪The Coffee Garden - ‬14 min drive

About this property

The Waters Edge

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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.

How much does it cost to stay at The Waters Edge?

As of Jul 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Waters Edge on Jul 21, 2026 start from $170, 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 can I see around The Waters Edge?

This hotel in Rathmullan is within a 10-minute walk of The Looking Glass Spa Therapy and Rathmullan Bay Beach. You'll also find Rathmullan House and Rathmullan Heritage Centre within a short drive.

Is parking available on site 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.

Is The Waters Edge good for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this hotel, including a chef service in each guestroom plus a sea view and a deep soaking bathtub in some.

Are there hot tubs at The Waters Edge?

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, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

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 (32 minutes by car). Another top airport is Londonderry (LDY-City of Derry), which is around 15.8 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Waters Edge?

No, there aren't any guestrooms at The Waters Edge that offer a balcony.

The Waters Edge Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 58 out of 91 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 91 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 91 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 91 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 91 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mrs Grace

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was very clean ,very comfortable, spacious.The Bar nd Restaurant so welcoming, all of the staff so welcoming nd v helpful. Can't say enough about the whole ambience of the place.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catriona

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay in Waters Edge. Very clean room with easy check in and very near Rathmullan beach. Would highly recommend this hotel to any visitor.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was Amazing 👍👍👍
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel! Easy check in and out. Comfortable and clean!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette

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

Perfect stay for Rathmullen and surrounding areas

Loves our stay self check-in was so easy. Bar & Restaurant on site was added bonus
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

A great place to stay

The view was spectacular and the bathroom was fitted with all essentials and tea coffee with biscuits, 10 out of 10.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

mat

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

a great stay

cracking place in a cracking location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erin

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shadae

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in was a breeze, the facilities were lovely, the view and location was absolutely superb! Definitely will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Loraine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable and clean would definitely go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Edel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed there for a wedding close by. Excellent by all accounts.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Vanessa

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

6/10 Okay

David

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Room was quite basic but comfortable ...BUT...did not have any chair/s to sit on; did not have any refrigerator; the restaurant supposedly operating, was closed all the time; there were no staff on premises and Wotif did not respond to messages. A Zombie establishment in a pretty location.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JASON

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely accommodation right at the waters edge. Hassle free check in and check out
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

May

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

10/10 Excellent

Alistair

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

Quiet and calm

2nd stay here. No staff at all, works through messaging. Both times, it's been clean and we've slept very well. Very quiet hotel. Lovely view of the water. Comfy bed. Kids enjoy it.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful setting. Comfortable room. Service in the bar/restaurant was fantastic. Room was clean and warm.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

MARBETH

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely view from bedroom over Lough Swilly
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

when you want peace and tranquility

Wonderful self check in , extremely clean , but the breath taking view was outstanding.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean, warm, cozy.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

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

Excellent

Beautiful sea view comfortable bed & relaxing night
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chu

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Motel by the lake

Lovely newly renovated motel like standard because room size is a little tight but excellent views of the lake. Self check in and out went fine. Would definitely stay here again. The restaurant had a great dinner menu
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katriona

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

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Greg

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