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The Abbey Hotel Donegal

3.0 star property
Hotel in Donegal with bars/lounges and nightclub

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2 bars/lounges
Exterior
Triple Room
Reception
Exterior

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$296
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug

Explore the area

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The Diamond, Donegal, County Donegal
  • Diamond Obelisk
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Donegal Castle
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Abbey of Donegal
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Donegal (CFN)
    ‪65 min drive‬

Room options

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Triple Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Twin Room

Twin Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(24 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the area

Donegal

At The Abbey Hotel Donegal you'll be within steps of Diamond Obelisk and Killaghtee Old Church. Highlights at this hotel include 2 bars/lounges, a restaurant and a nightclub. .The restaurant, The Market House, serves local and international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Abbey Bar is the hotel's own bar, serving drinks along with brunch and lunch. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. Each morning buffet breakfast is served between 7:30 AM and 10 AM. .Places within a 5-minute walk of this 3-property class Donegal hotel include Donegal Castle and Donegal Bay Waterbus.

What's nearby

  • Diamond Obelisk - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Donegal Castle - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Daniel O'Donnell Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Donegal Bay Waterbus - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Abbey of Donegal - 7 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Knock (NOC-Ireland West) - 99 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Harbour Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • Olde Castle Bar & Restaurant
  • ‪McCafferty's Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Reel Inn - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Blueberry Tea Room - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Abbey Hotel Donegal

Hotel in Donegal with bars/lounges and nightclub
Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Public spaces have free WiFi. A nightclub, a terrace, and a vending machine are also featured at The Abbey Hotel Donegal.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Donegal hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 90 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Conference rooms
  • Nightclub
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Dining venue
The Abbey Hotel Donegal offers 90 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking available (EUR 3.30 per day)

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10 AM for a fee: EUR 15 for adults and EUR 10 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Abbey Bar
  • The Market House
  • The Olde Abbey

Things to do

  • Nightclub

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Room service

More

  • Heating
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: EUR 50

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A damage deposit of EUR 2000 will be collected before check-in.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately EUR 15 for adults and from EUR 10 for children
  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 3.30 per day (30 ft away)
  • Late check-out fee: EUR 50 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a 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, debit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Abbey Donegal
Abbey Hotel Donegal Town
Abbey Hotel Donegal
Abbey Donegal Town
The Abbey Hotel Donegal Town
Abbey Hotel
The Abbey Hotel Donegal Hotel
The Abbey Hotel Donegal Donegal
The Abbey Hotel Donegal Hotel Donegal

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Abbey Hotel Donegal?

The Abbey Hotel Donegal offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Abbey Hotel Donegal?

As of 15 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Abbey Hotel Donegal on 17 Aug 2025 start from NZ$295.92, 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.

Are there any beaches close to The Abbey Hotel Donegal?

The closest beach to The Abbey Hotel Donegal is Rossnowlagh Beach (13.2 km).

Does The Abbey Hotel Donegal serve breakfast?

You bet, buffet brekkie is available daily from 7:30 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Abbey Hotel Donegal?

No, The Abbey Hotel Donegal does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Abbey Hotel Donegal?

Yep, you can grab a meal at The Abbey Hotel Donegal's onsite restaurant that serves local and international cuisine.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Abbey Hotel Donegal?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Abbey Hotel Donegal?

No, only service animals are allowed.

The Abbey Hotel Donegal Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 270 out of 657 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 220 out of 657 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 103 out of 657 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 42 out of 657 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 657 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Hilary

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Daniel

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Ingrid, Bellevue

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is in the middle of all the action in Donegal with dining and music
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Annette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Very dated furniture in room and old fashioned key. Staff very friendly though.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Dermot Mc

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have visited before. Enjoy this property and town.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Catherine

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. The bus stop right outside may either be a bonus or deterrent as lots of people hang out there.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wanda

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely Hotel in Beautiful Donegal
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oskar

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Superb location, excellent staff, good food.

10/10 Excellent

Siobhain

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Abbey was a nice quiet hotel in the center of the town square which made it convenient for shopping, touring, and dining.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a wonderful time at the Abbey Hotel, looking forward to returning next year . Staff and management were excellent in making us feel welcome and comfortable during our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

peter

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just a one night stay. There was confusion about our booking when checking in. The receptionist was patient and attentive to our concerns and upgraded our room free of charge, so our thanks to her.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Dermot Mc

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

8/10 Good

Dermot Mc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful spot
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Anthony, Armagh

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Conal

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bernadette

Travelled with family
Nice hotel in a great location.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

gerard

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely lively hotel
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dermot Mc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024