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Gateway Lodge Donegal

3.0 star property
Travelers sip coffee or tea at this charming retreat while planning adventures to nearby attractions, making it an ideal base for exploring Donegal

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Gateway Lodge Donegal offers a genuine welcome to visitors. Guests can enjoy coffee or tea in the café, savor meals at the bar, and relax in the garden's lush grounds. The lodge provides practical amenities like free self parking and luggage storage for a smooth, worry-free stay.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Housekeeping
The current price is RM477
RM542 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Mar - 23 Mar

Room options

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Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(21 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Electric kettle
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Electric kettle
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Electric kettle
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Electric kettle
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Donegal is home to Gateway Lodge Donegal. Killaghtee Old Church and Diamond Obelisk are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Donegal Bay Waterbus and Donegal Railway Heritage Centre. Visit our Donegal travel guide
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Killybegs road (R925), Donegal, Co. Donegal

What's nearby

  • Donegal castle, in the homonymous town and county, Ireland
    Donegal Castle
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Aerial view of the Donegal Town Waterbus in Ireland
    Donegal Bay Waterbus
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Ruins of an old stone building with arched windows at Abbey Cong, Ireland, surrounded by a lawn under a partly cloudy sky
    Abbey of Donegal
    11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Diamond Obelisk
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Daniel O'Donnell Museum
    6 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • Letterkenny (LTR-Letterkenny Airfield)
    41 min drive

Restaurants

  • Supermac's
    3 min drive
  • McCafferty's Bar
    6 min walk
  • Aroma Coffee Shop & Mini Bakery
    2 min drive
  • Blas Café
    1 min walk
  • Olde Castle Bar & Restaurant
    5 min walk

About this property

Gateway Lodge Donegal

Property highlights
Take advantage of a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe and a garden at Gateway Lodge Donegal. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and express check-out
  • Luggage storage and smoke-free property
Room features
All guestrooms at Gateway Lodge Donegal have comforts such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and free toiletries
  • 40-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, heating and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 12.50 to 12.50 for adults and EUR 5 to 5 for children
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Restaurants on site

  • Blas@thegateway

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1995
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: EUR 20
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: EUR 20
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 9 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately EUR 12.5 to 12.5 for adults and EUR 5.0 to 5.00 for children
  • Early check-in fee: EUR 20 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: EUR 20 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

National rating

This property does not have a Ireland Tourist Board rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is also known as

Gateway Lodge Donegal
Gateway Donegal
Gateway Lodge Donegal Donegal
Gateway Lodge Donegal Guesthouse
Gateway Lodge Donegal Guesthouse Donegal

Frequently asked questions

Is Gateway Lodge Donegal pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Gateway Lodge Donegal?

As of 11 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gateway Lodge Donegal on 22 Mar 2026 start from RM477, excluding 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 for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Gateway Lodge Donegal?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Gateway Lodge Donegal?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of EUR 20 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Gateway Lodge Donegal?

Checkout is at 11 AM. Late checkout is available for EUR 20 (subject to availability).

Does Gateway Lodge Donegal provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is Gateway Lodge Donegal located?

Situated in Donegal, this guesthouse is within a 5-minute walk of Killaghtee Old Church and Diamond Obelisk. Donegal Castle and Daniel O'Donnell Museum are also within 10 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Gateway Lodge Donegal Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 295 out of 410 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 98 out of 410 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 410 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 410 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 410 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was spotless and bed very comfortable. Staff very friendly and courteous
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Rooms were perfect,food brilliant, staff very friendly. The Lodge is ideally situated for DonegalTown.Recommend this hotel to any holidaymakers.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful experience, breakfast everybday phenomenal.; 10/10 would recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Maureen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room spotless…. Staff lovely and breakfast excellent
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cara Jayne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely and clean, beautiful room and close to town centre.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Roderick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly staff and clean comfortable room. Breakfast only started at 8 and I have to leave for work and to return earlier than this so missed it both days
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location Excellent breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was large, bed was huge. Everything was clean and comfortable. Breakfast was very filling and quite good
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice room at the end of the complex - quiet and tidy. Close to everything!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Winona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

All you need

This little hotel was a great choice. Reasonably priced, great location, quiet and clean. Rooms are small but comfortable and have all you need. Reception staff efficient and helpful. Breakfast had a great choice of tasty food and good service.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vicky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel with lovely room. Excellent location, close to the centre of town. Friendly young receptionist moved rooms around so we could have an early check in.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel in a perfect location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Ideally placed for visit to Donegal

Easy to park and short walk into town. Great breakfast if you want it. Some minor maintenance issues need sorting. Would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ralf

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Hotel in Motor Style

Great Hotel in Motor Hotel Style and fantastic breakfast. Really friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

james

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent room… Excellent breakfast… Wonderful experience!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tammi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

perfect stay!

The staff at Gateway Lodge is AMAZING, with hospitality to travel-weary guests without sleep for 24 hours above and beyond expectation! They got us settled, and we enjoyed a wonderful late lunch at Blas Cafe, in preparation for a solid night's sleep our first night in Ireland. Appreciated them all more than we could say. Spacious, lovely room and bath were a great welcome and so comfortable,
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Casey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful location just a short walk to restaurants and shops. Staff were very friendly and attentive.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely clean comfy room. Had a bit of trouble with the heating not staying on, but this may be because we are not familiar with using this style of heating. Staff very helpful especially in advising that just down the road were Laundromat style facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was nice and clean and the staff was friendly
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carl

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Absolutely brilliant stay. Friendly staff, huge spotlessly clean room and delicious breakfast. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very comfortable and convenient location
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandeep

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very cooperative, very clean and convenient location,close to main shopping square, monuments.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing breakfast, well worth the extra $$$. Good location for accessing town centre. Only down side is the hot water in the shower could be hotter. Highly recommend staying there.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location for a lovely town

This hotel is in a great location. The town of Donegal is quite lovely and very easy to walk in. I was driving throughout Ireland (over 900 miles on the trip), and this hotel was easy to find, had free parking, and was a eight minute walk from the center of the town.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, easy check-in, clean room, quiet, comfortable night’s sleep, close to city centre & Donegal Castle, very spacious room & updated bathroom.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024