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Arnolds Hotel

3.0 star property
Family sun and beach fun, near Dunfanaghy Golf Club

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Daily full breakfast (EUR 10 per person)
Exterior detail
Exterior detail
Standard Double Room - Above the bar
Golf

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bar
  • Laundry room
  • Room service
The current price is NZ$273
includes taxes & fees
12 Mar - 13 Mar

Explore the area

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Main Street, Dunfanaghy, Donegal
  • Place, Dunfanaghy Stables
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Dunfanaghy Golf Club
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Dunfanaghy Workhouse
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Donegal (CFN)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Twin Room

Individually decorated, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Basic Single Room, 1 Single Bed

Individually decorated, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Single Room, 1 Single Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room - Above the bar

Standard Double Room - Above the bar

Standard Double Room - Above the bar

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room - Above the bar

Standard Double Room - Above the bar

Standard Double Room - Above the bar

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

Dunfanaghy

A family-friendly stay in Dunfanaghy awaits you at Arnolds Hotel. Within just a 10-minute stroll, you'll find Dunfanaghy Golf Club and Dunfanaghy Workhouse. Highlights at this beach hotel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .The restaurant, Seascapes, is open for dinner. For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Enjoy access to horse riding/hire and bike hire. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Full breakfast is available daily between 8:30 AM and 10 AM. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 3-property class Dunfanaghy hotel include Killahoey Beach and Marble Hill Strand.

What's nearby

  • Dunfanaghy Stables - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Dunfanaghy Golf Club - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Dunfanaghy Workhouse - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Killahoey Beach - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Horn Head - 13 min drive - 7.3 km

Getting around

  • Belfast International Airport (BFS) - 136 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Shack - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Huckleberry Coffee Shop - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Lizzie's Bistro - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Harbour Bar - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Muck 'n' Muffins - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Arnolds Hotel

Family sun and beach fun, near Dunfanaghy Golf Club
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. The family-friendly Arnolds Hotel also features a garden, laundry facilities, and room service (during limited hours).

This 3-star Dunfanaghy hotel is smoke free.

  • 30 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Wedding services available
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Arnolds Hotel offers 30 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. This individually decorated accommodation includes dining tables. 28-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include baths or showers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 8:30 AM to 10 AM for a fee: EUR 10 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Seascapes

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Games
  • Horseback riding/rentals

Family friendly

  • Children's books
  • Children's dinnerware
  • Children's toys
  • Dining table
  • High chair
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Direct access to the beach
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • On the bay
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 28-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Toaster

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately EUR 10 per person

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 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 major credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and window guards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card 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. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation.

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

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Arnolds Hotel?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Arnolds Hotel?

As of 14 Feb 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Arnolds Hotel on 12 Mar 2026 start from NZ$273.46, 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 Arnolds Hotel?

Yep, Arnolds Hotel is a short 18-minute walk from Killahoey Beach. Fun beach activities include body boarding, kayaking and sailing.

Is Arnolds Hotel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities, as well as highchairs and children's dinnerware in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Arnolds Hotel is a hit with families.

Does Arnolds Hotel serve breakfast?

Sure does, full breakfast is offered daily from 8:30 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Arnolds Hotel?

No, Arnolds Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Arnolds Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Arnolds Hotel?

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

Are pets allowed at Arnolds Hotel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Arnolds Hotel?

There isn't one on site, but Dunfanaghy Golf Club is a short 7-minute walk away.

Arnolds Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 141 out of 220 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 61 out of 220 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 220 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 220 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 220 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were excellent and entertainment was excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

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

Great stay

Great base to explore Donegal, great staff and incuded bfast was excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

CHARLES

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
For such a popular hotel, I think it needs a revamp.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roy

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Delightful reception staff in this iconic hotel which oozes history of celebrations from past eras. A lovely regal presence as soon as you enter with vibrant red sitting room around a fireplace. Our room was large with tasteful velvet drapes showcasing a delightful water view. Such a lovely stay - Thank you Arnolds
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

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

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the ambience and the modernised restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jeri

Great staff and nice location.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jeffrey

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff, very kind and attentive.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roisin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

MARY

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Lesley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Lovely location

Lovely location in Dunfanaghy. Easy check-in. Friendly helpful staff and good breakfast. Room was ok, but bathroom a bit tight and towels really need upgrading - perhaps I expected more for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

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

Well run busy hotel

Very comfortable throughout. Good food. Great, friendly service. Shame about the derelict building opposite not within their control of course. Easy parking.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

NEVILLE

Liked: Room comfort

Could do better

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheenaz

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

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel in perfect location for a visit to Dunfanaghy. Very good restaurant onsite, and easy walk to additional restaurants, plus pubs and shopping.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jay

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very helpful when it came to drying our wet clothes at no extra cost
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

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

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and excellent dinner and breakfast at the onsite restaurant!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Neil

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
A very nice little hotel in a nice town. Food was very good - both dinner and breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I had a very pleasant and comfortable stay, the staff were very friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel on the sea front,friendly staff and excellent food
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deirdre

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel staff are lovely great breakfast comfy bed and excellent location Can’t wait to return
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025