The Best Hotels Closest to Donegal Castle in Donegal - 2026 Updated Prices

A historic stone building with multiple towers and windows, surrounded by lush greenery and a stone wall.

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A large indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by arched windows and potted plants.

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a fireplace, and a seating area with a sofa and armchairs.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a TV.

An outdoor patio area with stone seating, a glass gazebo, and umbrellas providing shade.

1. Mill Park Hotel

0.4 mi from Donegal Castle

Patricia

£155

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A two-story building with a sign reading "Gateway Lodge." It features a large glass entrance, a parking area with cars, and a landscaped garden with benches.

A reception area with a wooden desk, a grey armchair, a blue rug, and a wall decorated with framed pictures.

A compact room with a vanity, a mirror, a chair, a small table, a suitcase, a closet with hanging clothes, and a window.

A breakfast setting with pancakes, fruits, and beverages on a wooden table.

2. Gateway Lodge Donegal

0.2 mi from Donegal Castle

belinda

£108

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A bedroom with a large bed, a stone wall, a chair, and a view through a window.

A staircase with patterned carpet leading to a third-floor room.

A hallway with a wooden door, a stone wall, and a wooden railing.

A red door with a sign above it reading "Donegal House" and a website address.

3. Donegal House

< 0.1 mi from Donegal Castle

Lori

£102

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

A hotel lobby with a wooden floor, red and green upholstered seating, a Christmas tree, and a fireplace.

A hotel room with four beds, a stone archway, and a patterned wallpaper.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a staircase, a red sofa, a dining table, and a chandelier.

A restaurant with a curved counter, cushioned seating, and pendant lighting.

4. The Central Hotel Donegal

0.1 mi from Donegal Castle

Christopher Hugh

£109

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A two-story building with a sign reading "The Albion Guest House."

A cozy room with a fireplace, wooden walls, a sofa, and a bookshelf filled with books.

A hotel room with a bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a bedside table, a mirror, and a bathroom with a sink and a shower.

A staircase with white balusters leading to a landing with a red carpet.

5. Atlantic Guest House

0.1 mi from Donegal Castle

Cara Jayne

£89

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A traditional village with stone houses, a thatched-roof building, and a river in the background.

A beach with sand dunes and a clear sky.

A restaurant with a stone wall, wooden furniture, and a patterned floor.

A hotel room with two beds, each with white linens and pillows, a wooden headboard, and two bedside lamps.

6. The Abbey Hotel Donegal

< 0.1 mi from Donegal Castle

Reane

£108

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with glass walls, a tiled floor, and a mosaic wall.

A large building with a glass greenhouse, surrounded by well-manicured gardens and a central circular lawn.

A large, historic stone building with multiple towers and arched windows, likely a castle or manor, with a well-maintained lawn in front.

A hot tub with two glasses of champagne on a table, surrounded by lush greenery and a building in the background.

7. Lough Eske Castle

3 mi from Donegal Castle

Carrie

£281

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A beachfront property with a large building reflecting on the wet sand.

A room with two upholstered armchairs facing a window overlooking the ocean. A small table with a book is placed in front of the window.

A room with a view of the sea through a large window, a round table, and two chairs.

A bar area with wooden bar stools, a large keg labeled 'Sandhouse Hotel Redbreast Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey', and a variety of bottles and glasses on shelves.

8. Sandhouse Hotel

8 mi from Donegal Castle

Daniel

£179

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A beach path leading to the sea with dunes on either side.

A wooden hanger with a straw hat and a white shirt against a white wall.

A room with a bed, a window seat with a view of the sea, and a bedside table with a lamp.

A coastal view with waves and sunlight reflecting on the water.

9. Creevy Cove

10.4 mi from Donegal Castle

Deborah

£150

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A building with a white exterior, a black roof, and a glass door with a lattice design.

A room with a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a white bench with a pink cushion, and two hanging planters with green plants.

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, a hanging plant, and a window with curtains.

A room with a white vanity, a wicker chair, and a mirror with a bicycle painting.

10. Family and pet Friendly Farm Stay

10.4 mi from Donegal Castle

£152

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A view of a grassy area with a hammock and outdoor furniture, a white building with a striped facade, and a distant landscape with mountains and a body of water.

A spacious loft bedroom with a high ceiling, a glass staircase, a bed, a desk, and a wardrobe.

A group of people sitting on mats on a sandy beach with rocky outcrops in the background.

A modern kitchen with grey cabinets, a large island with bar stools, a built-in oven, and a stone backsplash.

11. The Blue House Bruckless

11 mi from Donegal Castle

£408

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Donegal Castle

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Mill Park Hotel	9.6 Exceptional 1,002 reviews	View
Gateway Lodge Donegal	9.4 Exceptional 445 reviews	View
Donegal House	9.4 Exceptional 216 reviews	View
The Central Hotel Donegal	8.6 Excellent 610 reviews	View
Atlantic Guest House	8.4 Very good 279 reviews	View

Top Donegal Castle Hotel Reviews

Donegal House

10/10 Excellent

"Smoothe check in and great location, central to everything. Room was lovely"

Lough Eske Castle

10/10 Excellent

"Lough Eske Hotel was beautiful, our rooms were large, well equipped, clean and welcoming. The grounds were beautifully kept. The staff were very friendly and helpful. Dinner and breakfast were delicious with lovely service. We would highly recommend staying here. We would love to return for a longer stay so that we can make use of all this property has to offer."

Harvey's Point Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Room was big and very well finished. Luxurious"

Mill Park Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"great hotel, great location, good food and great bar"

Atlantic Guest House

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean and a walkable location"

The Central Hotel Donegal

8/10 Good

"Very convenient central location, room was clean and the staff were all very friendly, polite and helpful. Town bus stop and taxi rank are almost immediately outside, so public transport is easy to access."

The Lodge at Harvey's Point

10/10 Excellent

"The gardens were beautiful, the view, outstanding, and breakfast was delicious"

The Cliffe at the Quay

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful place! Highly recommend!"

Sandhouse Hotel

8/10 Good

"Wonderful and helpful staff! The view ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️…"

Other attractions near Donegal Castle

A river winding through a lush green landscape with a boat on the water and houses in the distance.

Donegal Bay Waterbus

9.2/10 (39 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Donegal Bay Waterbus during your stay in Donegal. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

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An ancient stone building with arched windows and a grassy courtyard.

Abbey of Donegal

8.6/10 (17 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Donegal when you stop by Abbey of Donegal. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

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Killaghtee Old Church

8.4/10 (6 reviews)

Find out about the history of Donegal when you spend time at Killaghtee Old Church. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this relaxing area.

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Donegal Railway Heritage Centre

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Donegal Railway Heritage Centre in Donegal. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this relaxing area.

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Donegal Golf Club

9.4/10 (3 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Laghy at Donegal Golf Club. Amble around this relaxing area's seaside and enjoy its lively bars.

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Lough Folla

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lough Folla during your travels in Laghy. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

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Ardnamona Gardens

8.0/10 (6 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Ardnamona Gardens, a lovely green space in Donegal. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this relaxing area.

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Lough Cullion

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lough Cullion during your travels in Laghy. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Donegal Castle?

Donegal Castle is located in a welcoming area of Donegal known for its array of dining options and bar scene. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 22 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to Donegal Castle?

Adjacent to Donegal Castle, The Abbey Hotel Donegal is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers 2 bars and a restaurant. Other good options close by include The Central Hotel Donegal and Mill Park Hotel.

How many hotels should I expect to find close to Donegal Castle?

Expedia has 22 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Donegal Castle.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Donegal Castle, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the top deals on offer near Donegal Castle.

What can I see and do near Donegal Castle?

Sights like Killaghtee Old Church and Abbey of Donegal highlight some of the local culture. Explore nature at Lough Folla and Ardnamona Gardens. Donegal Bay Waterbus and Donegal Golf Club are some sights worth a visit in the area.

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Our top choices for Donegal Castle hotels

1. Mill Park Hotel

2. Gateway Lodge Donegal

3. Donegal House

4. The Central Hotel Donegal

5. Atlantic Guest House

6. The Abbey Hotel Donegal

7. Lough Eske Castle

8. Sandhouse Hotel

9. Creevy Cove

10. Family and pet Friendly Farm Stay

11. The Blue House Bruckless

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Top Donegal Castle Hotel Reviews

Donegal House

Lough Eske Castle

Harvey's Point Hotel

Mill Park Hotel

Atlantic Guest House

The Central Hotel Donegal

The Lodge at Harvey's Point

The Cliffe at the Quay

Sandhouse Hotel

Other attractions near Donegal Castle

Donegal Bay Waterbus

Abbey of Donegal

Killaghtee Old Church

Donegal Railway Heritage Centre

Donegal Golf Club

Lough Folla

Ardnamona Gardens

Lough Cullion

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