Letterkenny (LTR-Letterkenny Airfield) - 41 min drive
Donegal (CFN) - 65 min drive
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
Olde Castle Bar - 5 min walk
McCafferty's Bar - 6 min walk
The Reel Inn - 3 min walk
Harbour Restaurant - 6 min walk
Supermac's - 3 min drive
About this property
Gateway Lodge Donegal
When visiting Donegal, Gateway Lodge Donegal is a great choice to consider. For a bite to eat, guests can visit Blas@thegateway, which serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Other features include a terrace and a garden.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
26 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in/out available
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 9 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
One child (8 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Transfers
Airport shuttle*
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8 AM–10:30 AM
Coffee shop
Travelling with children
Children stay for free (see details)
Children's menu
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Luggage storage
Facilities
2 buildings/towers
Built in 1995
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Traditional architecture
Accessibility
Lift
Wheelchair-accessible
Raised toilet seat
Low-height worktop and sink
Grab bar near toilet
Bathroom emergency pull cord
Room amenities
Be entertained
40-inch flat-screen TV
Digital TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Soundproofed rooms
Free cot/infant bed
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Rainfall shower heads
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
More
Daily housekeeping
Special features
Dining
Blas@thegateway – Overlooking the garden, this bistro specialises in international cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 12.5 to 12.5 for adults and EUR 5.0 to 5.00 for children
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of EUR 20 (subject to availability)
Late checkout can be arranged for an extra charge of EUR 20 (subject to availability)
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for EUR 20.0 per stay
Policies
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a first aid kit on-site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Cashless transactions are available.
Also known as
Gateway Lodge Donegal
Gateway Donegal
Gateway Lodge Donegal Donegal
Gateway Lodge Donegal Guesthouse
Gateway Lodge Donegal Guesthouse Donegal
Frequently asked questions
Does Gateway Lodge Donegal offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Gateway Lodge Donegal does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Gateway Lodge Donegal?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Gateway Lodge Donegal?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by Gateway Lodge Donegal?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Gateway Lodge Donegal?
Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM. There's a charge of EUR 20 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of EUR 20 (subject to availability). Express check-in and check-out and contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Gateway Lodge Donegal and nearby?
Gateway Lodge Donegal has a picnic area and a garden.
What's the area around Gateway Lodge Donegal like?
Gateway Lodge Donegal is a short 4-minute walk from Killaghtee Old Church and 4 minutes' walk from Donegal Castle.
Gateway Lodge Donegal Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
9.6/10
Staff & service
8.4/10
Amenities
9.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
2/10 Poor
17 Nov 2024
Too focused on catering events
Too many events scheduled during this time. Although hotel did inform us of this, since my booking was non refundable I felt that I didn’t have much option to stay elsewhere. Had to wait for our rooms to be ready while the locals were given their rooms without any wait. Kids were running up and down the hall banging on doors. Music was playing loudly into the wee hours of the morning.
Jeanne
Jeanne, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
6 Nov 2024
Cannot recommend highly enough — great rooms and service and location and price. A lucky find. :)
Sheila
Sheila, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
1 Oct 2024
Jane
Jane, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
30 Sep 2024
Great hotel in a perfect location
Dan
Dan, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
25 Sep 2024
Great spot
What a wonderful asset Lucy is. I couldn't have had a warmer welcome, although I am not sure she believed me when I said I wouldn't need the late access key fob. A wealth of information given, and help offered. Thank you
Ruth
Ruth, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
23 Sep 2024
Room was small but big enough. Room and bathroom all seemed nice and new. Plenty of parking. Didn’t try the breakfast so can’t speak to food. Staff very friendly. Only problem was it was like sleeping in a sauna. Hottest hotel room on earth.
Jonathan
Jonathan, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
18 Aug 2024
Bed cover had some stains but otherwise room was clean. Helpful staff. Convenient to walk into town
Ralph
Ralph, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
4 Aug 2024
Dr James J
Dr James J, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
5 Jul 2024
Very good
David
David, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
2 Jul 2024
Gateway lodge
This place is a little jem in Donegal town.The room was so cosy and clean.zThe bed was really comfortable and i definitely couldn't fault it. The reception staff were so friendly and I would definitely stay here again.zThe breakfast is definitely worth the money as the restaurant is first class.
patricia
patricia, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
20 Jun 2024
Clean, quiet and easy walk to town.
Lori
Lori, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
11 Jun 2024
Great location for this part of our trip.
Easy walk to town and parking was convenient.
Lloyd
Lloyd, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
16 May 2024
Loved the location. Very easy walk to shopping area and restaurants. Everyone was very pleasant and friendly . We also enjoyed breakfast very much at the lodge.
Mark
Mark, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
24 Apr 2024
Modern, clean and close to the amenities!
Ken
Ken, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
18 Apr 2024
Excellent breakfast (add-ons). Lovely room.
Kannis
Kannis, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
15 Apr 2024
Friendly staff, easy check-in, clean room, quiet, comfortable night’s sleep, close to city centre & Donegal Castle, very spacious room & updated bathroom.
Jennifer
Jennifer, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
25 Mar 2024
Very close to town centre. Breakfast excellent.
William
William, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
12 Mar 2024
The breast wax amazing best fresh pancakes and fruit
Good choice
Mark Graham
Mark Graham, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
3 Mar 2024
Hottest hotel we've ever stayed in. Super stuffy. No air. Very clean and staff was super nice.
Robert
Robert, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
5 Feb 2024
So clean, quite ,food lovely.
Teresa
Teresa, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
13 Jan 2024
Absolutely brilliant stay. Friendly staff, huge spotlessly clean room and delicious breakfast. We would definitely stay again.
Carl
Carl, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
14 Dec 2023
The main reason for my lower rating is that the sheets were dirty (dirt and hair in them), and when we called down to the night porter he didn't offer to change them and wasn't very apologetic. He did provide clean sheets and we changed them ourselves. In the morning the staff was lovely though, and otherwise a clean room.
My stay was a normal. We were traveling around Ireland. What happened after the stay was amazing. I left my iPad in the room and we were down in Galway. The folks at the hotel found my iPad and helped get it shipped to my upcoming hotel in Dublin. Amazing and the best customer service I have ever had when staying in at a hotel. Period. Thank you for your help.