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

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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 bedroom with a large bed, two armchairs, a small table with a vase, a chandelier, a TV, and a window with curtains.

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.

1. Gateway Lodge Donegal

0.2 mi from Donegal Castle

Carla

£86

includes taxes & fees

12 Nov - 13 Nov

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

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

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 conference room with a large table, chairs, and a view of a snowy landscape through large windows.

2. Mill Park Hotel

0.4 mi from Donegal Castle

William

£128

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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 compact kitchenette with a refrigerator, coffee maker, and microwave.

3. Donegal House

< 0.1 mi from Donegal Castle

Lori

£84

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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.

A person in a swimming pool with clear water and a tiled floor.

4. The Central Hotel Donegal

0.1 mi from Donegal Castle

Christopher Hugh

£102

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

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.

5. Atlantic Guest House

0.1 mi from Donegal Castle

Deirdre

£85

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

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

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

A beach with sand dunes and a clear sky.

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

6. The Abbey Hotel Donegal

< 0.1 mi from Donegal Castle

Rovina

£95

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

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

A glass-enclosed hot tub area with metal railings and a view of the surrounding greenery.

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

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

7. Lough Eske Castle

3 mi from Donegal Castle

Carrie

£226

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A room with a high ceiling and a large window offering a view of a lake and hills. There are two wooden chairs with green upholstery and a small table in the center.

A large house with a sloped roof, multiple windows, and a well-maintained lawn.

A buffet setup with various food items, including bread, bowls of food, and a variety of glasses.

A library with bookshelves, a reading area with a sofa and table, and a bar area with a counter and seating.

8. The Lodge at Harvey's Point

3.8 mi from Donegal Castle

Frances

£123

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A restaurant with a chandelier, tables with candles, and a view of the outdoors.

A hotel lobby with a chandelier, reception desk, and a vase of flowers on a table.

A warmly lit room with a fireplace, framed artwork on the walls, and a vintage chair.

A fruit bowl on a table with a newspaper, a chair, and a lamp in the background.

9. Harvey's Point Hotel

3.7 mi from Donegal Castle

yvonne

£178

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A neatly made bed with a headboard, bedside tables with lamps, and a mirror.

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

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

10. Creevy Cove

10.4 mi from Donegal Castle

SHARRYN LEE

£143

includes taxes & fees

14 Nov - 15 Nov

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

A dining area with a table set for six, overlooking a beach.

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.

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

11. Sandhouse Hotel

8 mi from Donegal Castle

Daniel

£177

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 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.

12. The Blue House Bruckless

11 mi from Donegal Castle

£410

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Donegal Castle

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Gateway Lodge Donegal	9.4 Exceptional 448 reviews	View
Mill Park Hotel	9.6 Exceptional 1,003 reviews	View
Donegal House	9.4 Exceptional 219 reviews	View
The Central Hotel Donegal	8.6 Excellent 612 reviews	View
Atlantic Guest House	8.4 Very good 290 reviews	View

Top Donegal Castle Hotel Reviews

The Cliffe at the Quay

10/10 Excellent

"Walking distance to town centre. Clean, modern and comfortable."

Gateway Lodge Donegal

10/10 Excellent

"Helpful front desk staff and easy parking and location is the best!"

Lough Eske Castle

10/10 Excellent

"Awesome place!! Hope to return some day"

Atlantic Guest House

10/10 Excellent

"Very welcoming and love my breakfast Highly recommended ☆☆☆☆☆"

Allingham Arms Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was extremely clean, and the view from our ocean side room was amazing."

Sandhouse Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Sandhouse was a wonderful find! Our room was delightful with a perfect sea view. The food was delicious and nothing was too much trouble for the staff."

The Lodge at Harvey's Point

10/10 Excellent

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

Drumeenagh Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"It was great, quiet, easy to get to and close to Donegal."

Fresh & Stylish | Ocean View | Donegal Town & Bay

10/10 Excellent

"Loved the location and the house. The only issue was the heating system. It was difficult for us to manage because we aren’t used to that type of system. Very clean and served us well."

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

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Our top choices for Donegal Castle hotels

1. Gateway Lodge Donegal

2. Mill Park Hotel

3. Donegal House

4. The Central Hotel Donegal

5. Atlantic Guest House

6. The Abbey Hotel Donegal

7. Lough Eske Castle

8. The Lodge at Harvey's Point

9. Harvey's Point Hotel

10. Creevy Cove

11. Sandhouse Hotel

12. The Blue House Bruckless

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Top Donegal Castle Hotel Reviews

The Cliffe at the Quay

Gateway Lodge Donegal

Lough Eske Castle

Atlantic Guest House

Allingham Arms Hotel

Sandhouse Hotel

The Lodge at Harvey's Point

Drumeenagh Lodge

Fresh & Stylish | Ocean View | Donegal Town & Bay

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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