Inishowen Gateway Hotel

Buncrana beachfront hotel with 2 bars/lounges and spa

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Dates

December 2025

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January 2026

2 bars/lounges - Inishowen Gateway Hotel (Buncrana)

Exterior - Inishowen Gateway Hotel (Buncrana)

Full breakfast on weekdays (EUR 14.95 per person) - Inishowen Gateway Hotel (Buncrana)

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By the sea, Inishowen Gateway Hotel offers a tranquil escape with an adjacent golf course and stunning ocean views from Peninsula Restaurant. Guests can unwind at Seagrass Spa, get active with fitness classes or take a dip in the indoor pool.

Wonderful

Popular amenities

Gym
Spa
Bar
Parking available

Main amenities (12)

Daily housekeeping
On the beach
Restaurant and 2 bars/lounges
Full-service spa
Indoor pool
Breakfast available
Health club
Sauna
Steam room
Self parking
Children's pool
Room service

Feel at home (6)

Children's pool
Private bathroom
Television
Garden
Terrace
Daily housekeeping

$128 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 8 - Jan 9, 2026

Room options

Check availability for these dates

Tonight

Dec 14 - Dec 15

Tomorrow

Dec 15 - Dec 16

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

Showing 2 of 2 rooms

Double or Twin Room

Exceptional

Highlights

Heating

Free cribs/infant beds

TV

Shower/tub combination

Private bathroom

Hair dryer

Electric kettle

Coffee/tea maker

20 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Family Room

Exceptional

Highlights

Heating

Free cribs/infant beds

TV

Shower/tub combination

Private bathroom

Hair dryer

Electric kettle

Coffee/tea maker

27 sq m
Sleeps 4
1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Free parking
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Bar

$123 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 15 - Dec 16

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About the neighborhood

Railway Road, Buncrana, Donegal

What's nearby

Vintage Car and Carriage Museum - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
Buncrana Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Star Amusements - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
Millennium Forum - 24 min drive - 22.3 km
Malin Head - 51 min drive - 51.7 km

Getting around

Letterkenny (LTR-Letterkenny Airfield) - 35 min drive
Londonderry (LDY-City of Derry) - 38 min drive
Londonderry Station - 30 min drive

Restaurants

‪The Harbour Inn - ‬14 min walk
‪Peppers Diner - ‬10 min drive
‪The Cottage Bar - ‬13 min walk
‪The Drift Inn - ‬2 min walk
‪The Coffee Cup - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Inishowen Gateway Hotel

Inishowen Gateway Hotel is a great choice for your beach stay in Buncrana. The indoor pool is perfect for guests looking for a bit of fun, while those in the mood for pampering can visit the spa to indulge in hot stone massages, body wraps, and hydrotherapy. Peninsula Restaurant is open for breakfast and dinner and offers ocean views. Other highlights include 2 bars/lounges, a health club, and a fitness center.

At a glance

Hotel size

- 80 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

- Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
- Contactless check-in available
- Early check-in subject to availability
- Late check-in subject to availability
- Minimum check-in age: 18
- Check-out time is noon
- Contactless check-out available

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

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

Pets

- Pets not allowed
- Service animals welcome

Internet

- Free WiFi in public areas
- Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

- Onsite self parking (fees apply)
- Wheelchair-accessible parking on site

Other information

- Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

Full breakfast (surcharge) on weekday mornings 7:30 AM–9:00 AM
2 bars/lounges
Restaurant
Room service (limited hours)
Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

Children's pool
Children's menu

What to do

On the beach
Fitness classes
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horse riding nearby
Fishing nearby

Working away

Business center
Conference center

Services

24-hour front desk
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage

Facilities

Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Health club
Adjacent to a golf course
An indoor pool
Full-service spa
Sauna
Steam room
Banquet hall
Reception hall

Accessibility

Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Be entertained

Television

Home comfort

Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board (on request)

Freshen up

Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels

Stay connected

Desk
Free WiFi
Phone

More

Daily housekeeping

Special features

Spa

Seagrass Spa has couples treatment room(s). Services include hot stone massages, facials, body wraps, and body scrubs. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including hydrotherapy.

Dining

Peninsula Restaurant - Overlooking the ocean and golf course, this restaurant serves breakfast and dinner.

Loughview Bar - This bar serves lunch and dinner. A children's menu is available. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 14.95 per person
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of EUR 20 (subject to availability)
Late check-in between noon and 2:00 PM can be arranged for an extra charge of EUR 20

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between December 24 and December 25.

Parking

Self parking is available for an extra charge

Policies

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments and cash.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

Mobile payment options include: Apple Pay.

Cashless transactions are available.

This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

National rating

Rating provided by Fáilte Ireland, the National Tourism Development Authority of Ireland, source of official star ratings for accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Inishowen Gateway Hotel currently open?

The property is closed between December 24 and December 25.

Does Inishowen Gateway Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Inishowen Gateway Hotel 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 to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Inishowen Gateway Hotel?

Yes, there's an indoor pool and a children's pool.

Are pets allowed at Inishowen Gateway Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Inishowen Gateway Hotel?

Yes, there's self parking on site (charges apply).

What are the check-in and check-out times at Inishowen Gateway Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. There's a charge of EUR 20 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is noon. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at Inishowen Gateway Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Star Amusements (15-min walk) is nearby.

What is there to do at Inishowen Gateway Hotel and nearby?

Have fun with activities like fishing, hiking, and horseback riding, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation onsite includes fitness classes. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in the indoor pool. Inishowen Gateway Hotel also has 2 bars, a sauna, and a steam room, as well as a picnic area and a garden.