Title: The Donard 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) # The Donard Bed & breakfast in Newcastle with a 24-hour front desk ![BBQ/picnic Area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101830000/101822700/101822633/3b383b2e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Games room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101830000/101822700/101822633/a024b5e3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101830000/101822700/101822633/be893c57.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Family Quadruple Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101830000/101822700/101822633/7b52726b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101830000/101822700/101822633/f440b33e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The Donard Hotel offers a quiet retreat surrounded by nature. Guests can relax in the garden or use the in-room WiFi to stay connected. The hotel provides practical amenities including a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage that help create a hassle-free experience. 9.2 Wonderful ## Popular amenities - - 24/7 front desk - Housekeeping - Free WiFi ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct 29 - Oct 30](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-29&endDate=2025-10-30&selected=101822633&PinnedHotelID=101822633&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-29&endDate=2025-10-30&selected=101822633&PinnedHotelID=101822633&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct 30 - Oct 31](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-30&endDate=2025-10-31&selected=101822633&PinnedHotelID=101822633&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-30&endDate=2025-10-31&selected=101822633&PinnedHotelID=101822633&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=101822633&PinnedHotelID=101822633&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=101822633&PinnedHotelID=101822633&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=101822633&PinnedHotelID=101822633&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=101822633&PinnedHotelID=101822633&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 3 of 3 rooms ![Double or Twin Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101830000/101822700/101822633/c096f23d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double or Twin Room 9.4 Exceptional 10 reviews ### Highlights Separate sitting area Heating Free cots/infant beds Flat-screen TV Ceiling fan Hairdryer Private bathroom Electric kettle - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds ![Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101830000/101822700/101822633/bc13b351.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Triple Room 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews ### Highlights Separate sitting area Air conditioning Heating Free cots/infant beds Flat-screen TV Hairdryer Private bathroom Electric kettle - Sleeps 3 - 3 Single Beds ![Family Quadruple Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101830000/101822700/101822633/7b52726b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Quadruple Room 8.0 Very good 1 review ### Highlights Separate sitting area Air conditioning Heating Free cots/infant beds Flat-screen TV Hairdryer Private bathroom Electric kettle - Sleeps 4 - 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FNewcastle-Hotels-Donard-Hotel.h101822633.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FNewcastle-Hotels-Donard-Hotel.h101822633.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Newcastle is home to The Donard. Dundrum Castle and Drumena Cashel are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Murlough National Nature Reserve and Mourne Mountains. Tollymore National Outdoor Centre and Newcastle Community Cinema are also worth visiting. [Visit our Newcastle travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Newcastle.dx4979) [View more B&B in Newcastle](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Newcastle-Bed-And-Breakfasts.d4979-aaBedAndBreakfasts.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C54.21423%2C-5.88861&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=8H2JAyBxJZmpyHK3_idgVJr00So=) 29 Main St, Newcastle, Northern Ireland, BT33 0AD ### What's nearby - Newcastle Beach - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles - Tollymore Forest Park - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles - Murlough National Nature Reserve - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles - La Belle Femme Nail Bar & Beauty Lounge - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles - Royal County Down Golf Course - 5 min drive - 0.7 miles ### Getting around - Belfast (BHD-George Best Belfast City) - 66 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Niki's Kitchen Cafe - ‬12 min walk - ‪Quinns Bar - ‬3 min walk - ‪KFC - ‬5 min walk - ‪Villa Vinci - ‬1 min walk - ‪Hugh McCann's - ‬12 min walk ## About this property ### The Donard Bed & breakfast near the bay The Donard provides a garden and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. Other perks include: - A nature reserve, a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage - A lift Room features All guest rooms at The Donard offer comforts, such as separate sitting areas, in addition to Extra amenities include: - Bathrooms with baths or showers and hairdryers - Wardrobes/cupboards, separate sitting areas and electric kettles ## Similar properties ![Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/900000/890600/890512/w4278h2500x12y0-b171aba2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Slieve Donard Newcastle - Pool - Hot tub - Breakfast included - Spa 9.0 Wonderful 1,007 reviews £195 includes taxes & fees 2 Nov - 3 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-02&endDate=2025-11-03&selected=890512&PinnedHotelID=890512&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Apartment, Private Bathroom, Mountain View | Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78770000/78764300/78764215/bffd82d1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Central Apartment 3B Newcastle - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Outdoor space - Mountain view 2.0 1 review £220 includes taxes & fees 3 Nov - 4 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=78764215&PinnedHotelID=78764215&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Hiking](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16320000/16314000/16313949/w743h503x4y4-ab0350da.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Kilmorey Arms Hotel Newry - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant 9.0 Wonderful 206 reviews £137 includes taxes & fees 31 Oct - 1 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-01&selected=16313949&PinnedHotelID=16313949&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - No on-site parking available ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Guidebooks - Luggage storage ### Guest services - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request - Housekeeping (daily) ### Outdoors - Garden - In a nature reserve - Picnic area ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Front entrance ramp - Lift (120 centimetre wide door) - Wheelchair-accessible path to lift ### More - Designated smoking areas ## Room amenities ### Bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Private bathroom ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV ### Food and drink - Electric kettle ### More - Desk - Heating - Iron/ironing board - Phone - Separate sitting area ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets stay for free Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Food and water bowls are available ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### 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 This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash 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. ### Property is also known as Donard Hotel The Donard Hotel The Donard Newcastle The Donard Hotel Newcastle ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Donard pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at The Donard? > This bed & breakfast doesn't offer parking. ### What time is check-in at The Donard? > Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. ### What time is check-out at The Donard? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is The Donard located? > Situated in Newcastle, this bed & breakfast is within a 10-minute walk of Tollymore National Outdoor Centre and Newcastle Beach. Royal County Down Golf Course and Tollymore Forest Park are also within 15 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Donard Reviews 9.2 ### Wonderful All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 55 8 - Good 17 6 - Okay 5 4 - Poor 2 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.4/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Staff & service ### 9.0/10 Amenities ### 8.8/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 9.0/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Daniel 18 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Amazing hotel staff is so friendly I would 100% be going back ##### Daniel Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Susan 25 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Easy walk to the seafront & local shops & restaurants Lovely breakfast in spacious dining room. Glad to have a King bed Great base for our Game of Thrones Tollymore forest walk. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/315ec885-4d5c-49a6-951d-4dc1b4c00628-1750867123025.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/79104b99-808b-4701-a8ef-a4dbe5118190-1750867122999.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Susan Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### William 10 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities The Donard is an older property that is well positioned on the main road in Newcastle. Very friendly and nice staff makes up for the older rooms that are not air conditioned and a bit noisy due to the cars, trucks and motorcycles going by on the road. ##### William Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller 18 May 2025 Liked: Staff & service, room comfort Disliked: Cleanliness Very friendly staff, room comfortable but a bit dated . Good value for the price ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### alwyn 25 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great hotel will definitely stay again ##### alwyn Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Petr 12 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Fantastic stay Excellent stay -) 1st class service Friendly and helpful staff excellent location ##### Petr Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer 30 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Excellent First time I stayed and staff were extremely friendly and accommodating. Great room and very clean, and hotel also in great location. Overall highly recommend ##### Jennifer Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### James 21 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Great location ##### James Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### niall 25 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great stay at the donard. Excellent facilties and a professional and courteous staff. Fantastic games room which my children really enjoyed. Room exceeded expectations. Will definitely return. ##### niall Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Kerry 1 Jun 2025 Liked: Property conditions & facilities Lovely property, good location, room really nice but endless problems with the TV control and the bathroom could do with a refit. ##### Kerry Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Matt 1 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Very friendly and helpful staff! ##### Matt Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Linda 15 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Lovely hotel triple room was amazing staff were lovely breakfast gud certainly stay again ##### Linda Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nicholas 21 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Cute Hotel Had a wonderful stay at this lovely antique hotel. Can't wait to return! ##### Nicholas Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tara 2 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great time at the Donard The room was great with a large bathroom and a comfortable bed. The hotel itself was beautiful, great location, the staff were friendly and helpful and the breakfast was delicious ##### Tara Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Valerie 19 Jul 2024 Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Comfortable clean staff friendly and helpful centrally located near to several amenities and cafes, shops etc. ##### Valerie Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### philip 2 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Excellent stay. Excellent rooms, well worth the money. Very central. ##### philip Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sean 29 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities #### Beautiful time in Newcastle Lovely hotel, room was lovely...kids loved the bunked beds! Breakfast was lovely. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Would definitely stay again ##### Sean Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tanya 10 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities I had a great stay. My room was huge with beautiful views! The staff were friendly and very helpful. Also the location is perfect amd convenient for walking everywhere. ##### Tanya Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kevin 27 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Briiliant location to go exploring a walk up the moutains stunning ##### Kevin Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### KAREN 17 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities We had a fantastic stay. Staff Was amazing. Great breakfast in the morning. So helpful and went above and beyond to make us comfortable ##### KAREN Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Starfish 15 Jul 2024 Reception staff friendly and welcoming and an added bonus that it was dog friendly ##### Starfish Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Christopher 27 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities 👍 ##### Christopher Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### heather 28 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Friendly staff. Clean and comfortable. Nice free breakfast. ##### heather Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### james 16 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Friendly Staff were friendly. Food was excellent. ##### james Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cakers 24 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities We loved the room size and staying at front of hotel was fab. Dog loved his stay too! Staff very good, very helpful & friendly. We will definitely stay again, very reasonably priced too and we got continental breakfast free of charge! Joanne 💜 ##### Cakers Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [La Mon Hotel And Country Club](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Belfast-Hotels-La-Mon-Hotel-And-Country-Club.h969202.Hotel-Information) > > [Bayview Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bushmills-Hotels-Bayview-Hotel.h19896727.Hotel-Information) > > [Everglades Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Londonderry-Hotels-Everglades-Hotel.h49196.Hotel-Information) > > [Lusty Beg Island](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Enniskillen-Hotels-Lusty-Beg-Island.h19277355.Hotel-Information) > > [Hillyard House Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Castlewellan-Hotels-Hillyard-House-Hotel.h76714293.Hotel-Information) > > [Causeway Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bushmills-Hotels-Causeway-Hotel.h8271915.Hotel-Information) > > [Canal Court Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Newry-Hotels-Canal-Court-Hotel.h2891083.Hotel-Information) > > [Dobbins Inn](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Carrickfergus-Hotels-Dobbins-Inn.h11113142.Hotel-Information) > > [Galgorm](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ballymena-Hotels-Galgorm-Spa-Golf-Resort.h69310.Hotel-Information) > > [Portrush Atlantic Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Portrush-Hotels-Portrush-Atlantic-Hotel.h583054.Hotel-Information) > > [Adair Arms Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ballymena-Hotels-Adair-Arms-Hotel.h14909990.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Express Antrim by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Antrim-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Antrim.h1710129.Hotel-Information) > > [Maldron Hotel Derry](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Londonderry-Hotels-Maldron-Hotel-Derry.h897389.Hotel-Information) > > [Private luxury log cabin with hot tub and stunning views!](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ballycastle-Hotels-This-Cosy-Log-Cabin-Is-In-A-Peaceful-Rural-Location-With-Stunning-Views.h48890659.Hotel-Information) > > [The Salthouse Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ballycastle-Hotels-The-Salthouse-Hotel.h39179443.Hotel-Information) > > [Beech Hill Country House Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Londonderry-Hotels-Beech-Hill-Country-House-Hotel.h892797.Hotel-Information) > > [Roe Valley Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Limavady-Hotels-Roe-Park-Resort.h13397.Hotel-Information) > > [Golflinks Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Portrush-Hotels-Golflinks-Hotel.h21360161.Hotel-Information) > > [Dunsilly Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Antrim-Hotels-Dunsilly-Hotel.h1169782.Hotel-Information) > > [The Lodge Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Coleraine-Hotels-The-Lodge-Hotel.h9866723.Hotel-Information) > > [Lough Erne Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Enniskillen-Hotels-Lough-Erne-Resort.h1685587.Hotel-Information) > > [Inn on the Coast](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Portrush-Hotels-Inn-On-The-Coast.h19906901.Hotel-Information) > > [The Nines, Bangor Marina](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bangor-Hotels-The-Salty-Dog-Hotel-Bistro.h22701065.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Express Derry - Londonderry by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Londonderry-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Derry-Londonderry.h33146122.Hotel-Information) > > [Bishop's Gate Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Londonderry-Hotels-Bishops-Gate-Hotel.h13097181.Hotel-Information) > > [Da Vinci's Hotel Derry](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Londonderry-Hotels-Da-Vincis-Hotel-Derry.h1194529.Hotel-Information) > > [Portrush Adelphi](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Portrush-Hotels-Adelphi-Portrush.h4508144.Hotel-Information) > > [The Port Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Portrush-Hotels-The-Port-Hotel.h5457166.Hotel-Information) > > [City Hotel Derry](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Londonderry-Hotels-City-Hotel-Derry.h2469005.Hotel-Information)