Downings Bay Hotel, Downings ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

Main Street, Downings, Ireland

Downings Bay Hotel is a 3-star family-run hotel with a rating of 8.8/10 on Booking.com, offering 40 luxurious en-suite bedrooms and an on-site fine dining restaurant, The Haven. Guests enjoy complimentary access to the nearby leisure center and can indulge in fresh, locally sourced food prepared by the head chef.

Rooms & Amenities

Downings Bay Hotel features 40 tastefully redecorated en-suite bedrooms equipped with amenities including free Wi-Fi, a 43-inch TV, and hair dryer. Some accommodations include partial sea views and interconnecting options suitable for families or larger groups.

Dining Options

Dining takes place in The Haven Restaurant, offering locally sourced dishes such as sweet onion tartlett and dry-aged sirloin steak. Guests can also enjoy live entertainment at The Wee Bar alongside an extensive menu featuring daily specials.

Leisure Experiences

Leisure facilities include free access to a nearby leisure center featuring a 20-meter pool, sauna, and gym. The hotel also offers unique activities such as access to two renowned golf courses located just a few minutes away.

Events & Services

Downings Bay Hotel provides tailored services for events like weddings and banquets, accommodating up to 350 guests in the elegant Sheephaven Suite. The hotel also offers convenient conference facilities, ensuring a smooth experience for business gatherings.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

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2 persons

15 m²

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1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed

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2 persons

15 m²

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1 Double bed

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Family Room

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2 persons

15 m²

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1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed

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City Centre

Downings200 m

Airports

Donegal (CFN) 62.8 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Delicious Dining

“The food served at the hotel was excellent, with a range of delectable dishes that made every meal a delight.” view full review

Spacious Comfort

“Our room was spacious and well-appointed, featuring a comfortable bed and a lovely bathroom that added to our relaxing stay.” view full review

Family-Friendly

“The adjoining rooms were perfect for families, providing a comfortable space for our kids while still allowing for privacy.” view full review

Relaxing Vibes

“I enjoyed the live music in the bar area, which created a wonderful atmosphere for relaxation and enjoyment during our evenings.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Free parking
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
24-hour security
Lift
ATM/Cash machine
Vending machines
Smoke detectors

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

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Location

Main Street, Downings, Ireland

Map view

Main Street, Downings, Ireland

City landmarks

Rosapenna

1.7 km

Rosapenna Golf Club

1.9 km

Golf Course

Rosapenna Golf Resort

1.2 km

Rosguill

1.9 km

Mevagh Paris

2.8 km

Rosguill ED

2.9 km

Carrigart Beach

3.1 km

Rosguill Registrars District

3.3 km

Store

Galanta Gifts

3.3 km

Holy Trinity Church

3.4 km

St. John the Baptist

3.6 km

Church of Ireland

3.6 km

Teach John Mici Ban

3.8 km

Tra na Rossan

4.0 km

Church

Ards Friary

4.4 km

Bridge

Harry Blaney Bridge

4.7 km

Marble Hill Strand

4.5 km

Beach

Marble Hill Beach

4.7 km

Castledoe

Doe Castle

6.9 km

Nearby

Rosapenna

1.2 km

Restaurants

The Galley

20 m

Restaurant

Fisk Seafood Bar Downings

300 m

Restaurant

Harbour bar

320 m

Main street

McNutts

790 m

The Pier

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

74%

liked the hotel and would stay again

Great beach location

Value for money

Proximity to mobile home site

Limited breakfast options

7.4/10

Very good

Rooms

7.8

Location

7.3

Service

8.8

Dining

7.5

Emma

United States, October 2023

8.6/10

Although the room was cold, the hotel has the best view. The service was excellent and always welcoming, though one staff member was not very helpful. The location is perfect right on the beach, offering a great base to explore the rugged coastline. The dining experience was excellent with a wide choice on the menu.

Rooms

8.0

Apart from being cold, everything else was fine with the thermostat on the radiator. The rooms were too warm and had the best view in the hotel.

Service

9.0

The service was excellent, very friendly, welcoming, and incredibly helpful. However, one person was the most ignorant I ever came across.

Location

9.0

The location is perfect, with a golden beach on the doorstep. Ideal for exploring the Wild Atlantic Way.

Dining

9.0

The dining was excellent with a wide choice on the menu. The selection ranged from cereals and fruit to hot items and the classic fry.

Facilities

8.0

Great facilities for any visitor wishing to explore the Wild Atlantic Way.

Dan

United Kingdom, October 2023

7.4/10

My stay at this hotel was a mix of highs and lows. The rooms were clean and comfortable, staff were friendly, and I enjoyed a relaxing hot bath. However, there was a lot of noise from outside, which affected my overall experience. The breakfast was okay, but the service was excellent.

Rooms

7.0

Despite the noise from outside, the room was clean and comfortable, and the staff were friendly.

Service

9.0

The staff went out of their way to ensure everything was perfect, and the service was efficient. They were friendly and obliging.

Location

6.0

The location was a bit noisy due to its busy part of town, but it had some charm and was suitable for sightseeing and walks.

Dining

8.0

The breakfast was satisfactory, but the service and food in the restaurant were great. However, the dining hours were a bit inconvenient.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel provided the essential facilities, and the food in the restaurant was both tasty and good value for money.

John

United Kingdom, August 2023

7.2/10

The hotel had spacious and comfortable rooms directly above the kitchen. The staff were friendly and helpful, especially the receptionist. The location was good for the scenery and beaches, but mobile homes nearby detracted. The dining experience was mixed, with a delayed and undercooked egg but good main courses. The facilities were decent overall.

Rooms

8.0

My room was huge and had everything I needed for a comfortable stay.

Service

8.0

I found the people at Downings Bay to be nice and friendly, especially the receptionist. Room service and housekeeping were efficient.

Location

7.0

Despite the mobile homes nearby, the hotel was in a good location for the beautiful scenery and beaches.

Dining

7.0

Although there were some issues with the service like the late fried egg, the main courses were good and hot.

Facilities

6.0

The hotel provided basic facilities that met my needs during the stay.

Pamela

United Kingdom, May 2023

7.4/10

Overall, my stay at the hotel was positive. The rooms were comfy and spacious, and the food was good. The hotel's value for money, including breakfast, was a great plus. However, the hotel is located just across from a large mobile home site, which could be a downside.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were comfy and spacious, but only had a small foldout bed for one of our kids.

Service

9.0

The staff at the hotel were extremely helpful and pleasant, especially at the reception.

Location

7.0

Despite the mobile home site opposite the hotel, it is very close to the beach and on the wild Atlantic way, making it suitable for families, groups, and solo travelers.

Dining

6.0

The dining experience was okay, but there wasn't much food left after 10 am during breakfast.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel offers good facilities, but the lack of garden facilities to sit in could be improved.

Great beach location

Proximity to mobile home site