Title: Downings Bay Hotel Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Downings Bay Hotel Beach hotel with free breakfast and bars/lounges ![Golf](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17840000/17837600/17837572/0b243f32.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17840000/17837600/17837572/188bc013.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17840000/17837600/17837572/c71b7320.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17840000/17837600/17837572/68aa69ad.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bars/lounges](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17840000/17837600/17837572/b0709bbb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The Downings Bay Hotel features Haven, a fine-dining restaurant serving local cuisine for dinner. Guests can relax at three bars or rejuvenate in the sauna and steam room. The hotel offers free WiFi, babysitting services, nearby bike rentals, and access to an indoor pool. 9.2 Wonderful ## Popular amenities - - Gym - Room service - Bar - Laundry - Housekeeping £131 includes taxes & fees 7 Nov - 8 Nov ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct 31 - Nov 1](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-01&selected=17837572&PinnedHotelID=17837572&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-01&selected=17837572&PinnedHotelID=17837572&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Nov 1 - Nov 2](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-01&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=17837572&PinnedHotelID=17837572&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-01&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=17837572&PinnedHotelID=17837572&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct 31 - Nov 2](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=17837572&PinnedHotelID=17837572&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=17837572&PinnedHotelID=17837572&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Nov 7 - Nov 9](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=17837572&PinnedHotelID=17837572&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=17837572&PinnedHotelID=17837572&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 7 of 7 rooms ![Iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17840000/17837600/17837572/c71b7320.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Room (NO VIEW/DISCO SIDE) 10.0 Exceptional 3 reviews ### Highlights Heating Flat-screen TV Shower/bath combination Private bathroom Coffee/tea maker Digital channels Iron/ironing board Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Superior Single Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17840000/17837600/17837572/2f632ac4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Single Room ### Highlights Heating Flat-screen TV Shower/bath combination Private bathroom Coffee/tea maker Digital channels Iron/ironing board Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bed ![Iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17840000/17837600/17837572/c71b7320.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Twin Room (NO VIEW/ DISCO SIDE) ### Highlights Heating Free cots/infant beds Flat-screen TV Shower/bath combination Private bathroom Coffee/tea maker Digital channels Iron/ironing board - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed ![Family Room (NO VIEW/ DISCO SIDE) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17840000/17837600/17837572/9a67456d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Room (NO VIEW/ DISCO SIDE) ### Highlights Heating Flat-screen TV Shower/bath combination Private bathroom Coffee/tea maker Digital channels Iron/ironing board Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 4 - 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed ![Iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17840000/17837600/17837572/c71b7320.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Twin Room (PARTIAL SEA VIEW) 8.0 Very good 1 review ### Highlights Heating Flat-screen TV Shower/bath combination Private bathroom Coffee/tea maker Digital channels Iron/ironing board Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed ![Iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17840000/17837600/17837572/c71b7320.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Room (PARTIAL SEA VIEW) ### Highlights Heating Free cots/infant beds Flat-screen TV Shower/bath combination Private bathroom Coffee/tea maker Digital channels Iron/ironing board - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed ![Family Room (PARTIAL SEA VIEW) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17840000/17837600/17837572/9f490d6f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Room (PARTIAL SEA VIEW) ### Highlights Heating Flat-screen TV Shower/bath combination Private bathroom Coffee/tea maker Digital channels Iron/ironing board Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 4 - 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FDownings-Hotels-Downings-Bay-Hotel.h17837572.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FDownings-Hotels-Downings-Bay-Hotel.h17837572.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C55.19479%2C-7.83539&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=7AkA6DRl65T-FKJZ623hdxSB3jY=) Main Street, Downings, Donegal #### What's nearby - Sandy Hills Golf Course - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles - Carrigart Riding Stables - 6 min drive - 3.4 miles - Marble Hill Strand - 23 min drive - 17.7 miles - Ards Forest Park - 31 min drive - 16.2 miles - Horn Head - 37 min drive - 23.3 miles #### Getting around - Letterkenny (LTR-Letterkenny Airfield) - 37 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Caifé Na Sraide - ‬4 min drive - ‪The Singing Pub - ‬4 min drive - ‪The Shack - ‬22 min drive - ‪Huckleberry Coffee Shop - ‬14 min drive - ‪Starfish Cafe - ‬24 min drive ## About this property ### Downings Bay Hotel Property highlights Free full breakfast, laundry facilities and 3 bars are just a few of the amenities provided at Downings Bay Hotel. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or the steam room. The on-site local cuisine fine-dining restaurant, Haven, serves dinner. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a gym and free babysitting. You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay: - A children's pool - Free self-parking - Bike hire, access to a nearby indoor pool and access to a nearby health club - ATM/banking services, a front desk safe and a lift Room features All guest rooms at Downings Bay Hotel include amenities, such as free WiFi. Extra conveniences in all rooms include: - Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries - Flat-screen TVs with digital channels - Coffee/tea makers, heating and daily housekeeping ## Similar properties ![Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22610000/22610000/22609921/a0b8c6ff.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Shandon Hotel & Spa Portnablagh - Pool - Breakfast included - Spa - Kids pool 9.2 Wonderful 41 reviews £196 includes taxes & fees 11 Nov - 12 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-11&endDate=2025-11-12&selected=22609921&PinnedHotelID=22609921&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36970000/36961400/36961304/af16bc98.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Corcreggan Mill Dunfanaghy - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Business services 9.6 Exceptional 14 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-15&selected=36961304&PinnedHotelID=36961304&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/527400/527334/8867d5c4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Arnolds Hotel Dunfanaghy - 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Haven - J.C.'s - The Empire Club - The Wheelhouse ### Things to do - Bicycle rentals - Children's pool - Gym - Indoor pool (guest access) - Sauna - Steam room ### Family friendly - Access to nearby indoor pool - Children's pool - Free babysitting - Laundry facilities ### Conveniences - ATM - Laundry facilities - Limited-hour front desk - Luggage storage - Newspapers in lobby - Safe at front desk - Vending machine ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) - Tour and ticket assistance ### Business services - Meeting rooms ### Outdoors - On the beach ### 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 parking ### More - Banquet hall - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Private bathroom - Shower/bathtub combination - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with digital channels ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Limited room service ### More - Heating - Iron/ironing board ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 3 PM Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before noon ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 11 PM Front desk staffed during limited hours ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 10.0 per night. ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Rollaway bed fee: EUR 10.0 per night The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### 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 Downings Bay Hotel Hotel Downings Downings Bay Hotel Hotel Downings Bay Hotel Downings Downings Bay Hotel Downings Downings Bay Hotel Hotel Downings Bay Hotel Downings Downings Bay Hotel Hotel Downings ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Downings Bay Hotel have a pool? > Yes, this property has a children's pool. ### How much does it cost to stay at Downings Bay Hotel? > As of 31 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Downings Bay Hotel on 7 Nov 2025 start from £130.86, 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](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Downings-Hotels-Downings-Bay-Hotel.h17837572.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### Is Downings Bay Hotel pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Downings Bay Hotel? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Downings Bay Hotel? > Check-in begins at 3 PM. ### What time is check-out at Downings Bay Hotel? > Checkout is at noon. ### Where is Downings Bay Hotel located? > Nestled on the beach, this Downings hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Sandy Hills Golf Course and Carrigart Beach. Carrigart Riding Stables is 2.5 mi (4 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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