Downings Bay Hotel

$$$$||View on mapDownings, IrelandMain Street, Downings, Ireland|
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Downings Bay Hotel
Main Street, Downings, Ireland·View on map
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Overall Score
Great
8.8Great
Location9.5
Cleanliness9.3
Comfort9.3
Staff9.3
Facilities8.9
Who stays here
Couples57%
Families21%
Groups17%
Solo5%

Overview

Overall Score
Great
8.8Great
Location9.5
Cleanliness9.3
Comfort9.3
Staff9.3
Facilities8.9
Who stays here
Couples57%
Families21%
Groups17%
Solo5%

Award-winning family-friendly hotel on Sheephaven Bay

Accommodations & Amenities

Downings Bay Hotel offers 40 en-suite bedrooms, including family rooms and interconnecting rooms for group stays. Guests receive free access to the nearby leisure centre, which houses a gym, swimming pool, sauna, and jacuzzi. The hotel provides free parking and free Wi-Fi throughout the property.

Dining & Entertainment

The Haven Restaurant serves locally sourced food paired with an extensive wine menu, earning the hotel an award for outstanding dining. JC's Bar features four big-screen plasma TVs and a bar menu cooked to order, while the Wheelhouse Bar offers live entertainment and karaoke nights. Guests can also enjoy the Thursday Supper Club menu, which includes three courses and a glass of wine for 29.50 euros.

Location & Activities

Situated on Sheephaven Bay along the Atlantic Drive, Downings Bay Hotel is minutes from Tramore Beach, a Blue Flag beach with golden sands. Nearby attractions include Fanad Lighthouse, Doe Castle, and Rosapenna golf courses. The hotel's location provides easy access to scenic coastal walks and drives along the Wild Atlantic Way.

Family & Wellness

Families can use the complimentary leisure centre, which includes a kids' pool and the Kidz Kingdom soft play area. The hotel offers a children's menu for dining and can provide packed lunches for day trips. Adults can relax in the sauna and jacuzzi at the leisure centre, located 1 km from the hotel.

Services & Awards

Downings Bay Hotel has received an award for outstanding dining and accommodations, highlighting its commitment to quality. The dedicated staff are known for exceptional service and personal attention, as noted in guest reviews. The hotel also offers meeting and banquet facilities, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping.

  • Rooms: 40 en-suite bedrooms with family and interconnecting options
  • Dining: Award-winning food at The Haven Restaurant
  • Entertainment: Live music and karaoke at Wheelhouse Bar
  • Wellness: Complimentary access to leisure centre with sauna, jacuzzi, and pool
  • Location: Overlooking Sheephaven Bay on the Atlantic Drive
  • Family: Free access to Kidz Kingdom soft play area
  • Awards: Award-winning hotel for outstanding dining and accommodations
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 15:00-23:00
from 07:00-11:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Breakfast
A full breakfast is served at the price of EUR 14.0 per person. 
Children & extra beds
There are no cots provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Building
Number of rooms:81
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Rooms and availability

Double Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 Double bed2 Single beds
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine

Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Free parking
Luggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Welcome drink

Fitness/ Gym

Fitness centre

Swimming pool

Indoor swimming pool

Spa and relaxation

Jacuzzi

Steam room

Sauna

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Golf course

Services

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Children's menu
  • Children's pool

Spa & Leisure

  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Beach access
  • Garden area
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Jacuzzi

Room features

  • Heating
  • Tea and coffee facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle
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Essential information about Downings Bay Hotel

💵 Lowest room price 162 £
📏 Distance to centre 200 m
✈️ Distance to airport 62.8 km
🧳 Nearest airport Donegal, CFN

Location

Main Street, Downings, Ireland
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Main Street, Downings, Ireland
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Main Street, Downings, Ireland
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
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Tramore Inn
320 m
Restaurant
The Galley
20 m
Restaurant
Fisk Seafood Bar Downings
300 m
Restaurant
Harbour bar
320 m
Restaurant
McNutts
790 m

Reviews of Downings Bay Hotel

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Guests say: worth booking
rated 8+
4.0/ 5
14 reviews
8.8/ 10
550 reviews
4.4/ 5
30 reviews
9.3/ 10
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FAQ about Downings Bay Hotel

Which popular attractions are located near the 3-star Downings Bay Hotel hotel?
Doe Castle, set 7 km from the 3-star Downings Bay Hotel hotel, as well as Sheephaven Bay placed around 5 km away are well worth visiting.
Can I leave my car in the Downings Bay Hotel hotel parking lot for free?
Yes, the Downings Bay Hotel hotel provides parking spaces for free.
Can I eat breakfast at Downings Bay Hotel hotel?
Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the bar of Downings Bay Hotel hotel.
What is check-in and check-out time at the 3-star Downings Bay Hotel?
Guests of the 3-star Downings Bay Hotel can check in from 15:00 to 23:00 and check out from 07:00.
What are the booking prices at this comfortable hotel?
The prices at this comfortable hotel start from $214.
What payment methods are accepted in the hotel?
Payment methods in the hotel include:
  • сash
  • Visa
  • Mastercard
What kinds of rooms does Downings Bay Hotel offer?
Downings Bay Hotel offers such room types as Superior Family Room, Superior Queen Room, and Superior Twin Room.
Which facilities are offered in the rooms of the 3-star Downings Bay Hotel hotel?
Every room at the 3-star Downings Bay Hotel hotel includes a TV set for guests' entertainment.
What spa facilities are provided at the 3-star Downings Bay Hotel hotel?
Pampering amenities in the 3-star Downings Bay Hotel hotel include a steam room, a Jacuzzi, and a sauna.
Do you have a pool at the 3-star Downings Bay Hotel?
Yes, the 3-star Downings Bay Hotel features an indoor pool.
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