The Gateway Lodge, Donegal Town

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Rooms and Guests2 Guests, 1 Room
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About the Hotel

Killybegs Road (R925), Donegal Town, Donegal Town, Ireland
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The Gateway Lodge, a 3-star Donegal Town hotel rated 9.1/10 on Booking.com, offers 26 refurbished en-suite bedrooms with amenities such as super king beds and free WiFi. The restaurant Blas is awarded Best in Ireland, specializing in locally sourced ingredients and retaining traditional charm.

Rooms & Amenities

The Gateway Lodge features 26 refurbished en-suite bedrooms equipped with flat screen TVs, tea and coffee facilities, and private showers. Each room offers the choice of multiple configurations to accommodate diverse guest needs.

Dining Options

Blas Restaurant at The Gateway Lodge offers an extensive menu, emphasizing local flavors and traditional dishes in a beautifully restored setting that retains charm and original features. Guests can enjoy a continental breakfast and lunch with home-baked options.

Leisure & Activities

Recreational activities nearby include access to scenic links courses consistently ranked in Ireland's top 10 as well as various blue flag beaches. Donegal Castle, located only 2 minutes away on foot, and the Donegal Bay Waterbus, 0.5 miles from the hotel, offer additional leisure engagements.

Services & Transportation

Services at The Gateway Lodge include complimentary wireless internet access, parking for cars and coaches, and a roundtrip airport shuttle for a surcharge. The hotel is conveniently located with easy access to public transportation including a bus station a short walk away.

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The Gateway Lodge offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Twin Room
2 persons
260 sq. feet 
2 Single beds
Shower
Heating
Triple Room
2 persons
335 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
Double Room
2 persons
260 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
Deluxe King Room
2 persons
345 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
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Facilities

The Gateway Lodge offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Facilities: Perfect
9.0/10Review score

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Free parking
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Lift
  • Coffee shop
  • Vending machines
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access

Sports & Fitness

  • Golf course

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Tours/Ticket assistance

Dining

  • Picnic area/ Tables
  • Special diet menus

Children

  • Cots
  • Children's menu

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled
  • Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Garden area

Room features

  • Heating
  • Garden furniture
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV

Room decor

  • Parquet floor
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The Gateway Lodge Location

Killybegs Road (R925), Donegal Town, Donegal Town, Ireland
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Killybegs Road (R925), Donegal Town, Donegal Town, Ireland
Nearby
Church
Church of the Sacred Heart
1100 ft
Church
Donegal Town Church Of Ireland
1100 ft
Square
The Diamond
1200 ft
Quay St
Donegal Bay Waterbus
1900 ft
Restaurants
Blas
100 ft
Killybegs Road The Gateway Lodge
Olde Castle Bar
1000 ft
Castle Street
La Fiesta Mexican Restaurant
1100 ft
Merchant Court The Diamond
Market House Restaurant
1200 ft
The Diamond Donegal The Abbey Hotel
Doms Pier 1
1600 ft
Quay Street
Simple Simons
1400 ft
Diamond
Chandpur Indian Restaurant
1700 ft
Unit 4 Main Street Car Park Entrance
Cosy Corner Cafe
2200 ft
Crossroads Killygordon
Granny Mc's Kitchen
2200 ft
Drumrooske Business Park
Marina's Cafe & Wine Bar
1600 ft
Main Street
Mill Park Hotel Cafe Bar
2100 ft
The Mullins
Getting around
City Centre
Donegal Town4 min  ·  1000 ft
Airports
Donegal Airport (CFN)103 min  ·  42.4 mi
Ireland West Knock Airport (NOC)179 min  ·  74.0 mi
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 16:00-20:00
Check-out
from 08:00-11:00
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible on site for free.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in for free.
Breakfast
The hotel offers a full breakfast at the price of EUR 15 per person per day. 
Children & extra beds
Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Number of rooms:
24

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about The Gateway Lodge from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 923 verified reviews
9.1/10
Perfect
96%
Recommend
Breakfast
9.2/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Comfort
9.4/10
Facilities
9.0/10
Free Wi-Fi
8.5/10
Location
9.5/10
Paid Wi-Fi
9.2/10
Staff
9.5/10
Value for money
9.0/10
Guest reviews
based on 2256 reviews
9.0/10
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