Escape to Gateway Lodge Donegal, where a warm welcome awaits. Enjoy a cup of coffee or tea in the cafe, indulge in a meal at the bar, and unwind on the garden's lush grounds. With free self parking and luggage storage, your stay is sure to be hassle-free.
Letterkenny (LTR-Letterkenny Airfield) - 41 min drive
Donegal (CFN) - 65 min drive
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
Supermac's - 3 min drive
Salthill Cabin - 9 min drive
Aroma Coffee Shop & Mini Bakery - 2 min drive
Quay West Restaurant Donegal Town - 7 min walk
Cedars Grill at Lough Eske Castle - 10 min drive
About this property
Gateway Lodge Donegal
Enjoy your visit to Donegal with a stay at Gateway Lodge Donegal. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out Blas@thegateway, which serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast and lunch. Other features include a terrace and a garden.
At a glance
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Hotel size
26 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-out available
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
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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
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
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Transfers
Airport shuttle*
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8 AM–10:30 AM
Coffee shop
Traveling with children
Children's menu
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Luggage storage
Facilities
2 buildings/towers
Built in 1995
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Traditional architecture
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible
Low-height counter/sink
Room amenities
Be entertained
40-inch flat-screen TV
Digital TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Soundproofed rooms
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Free tea bags/instant coffee
More
Daily housekeeping
Special features
Dining
Blas@thegateway - Overlooking the garden, this café specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and light fare. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 12.5 to 12.5 for adults, and EUR 5.0 to 5.00 for children
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of EUR 20 (subject to availability)
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of EUR 20 (subject to availability)
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cashless transactions are available.
Also known as
Gateway Lodge Donegal
Gateway Donegal
Gateway Lodge Donegal Donegal
Gateway Lodge Donegal Guesthouse
Gateway Lodge Donegal Guesthouse Donegal
Frequently asked questions
Does Gateway Lodge Donegal offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Gateway Lodge Donegal does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Gateway Lodge Donegal?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Gateway Lodge Donegal?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Gateway Lodge Donegal?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Gateway Lodge Donegal?
Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. There's a charge of EUR 20 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of EUR 20 (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Gateway Lodge Donegal and nearby?
Gateway Lodge Donegal has a picnic area and a garden.
What's the area around Gateway Lodge Donegal like?
Gateway Lodge Donegal is a short 4-minute walk from Killaghtee Old Church and 5 minutes' walk from Diamond Obelisk.
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Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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9.6
Cleanliness
9.6
Location
9.6
Staff & service
9.4
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
Breakfast was consistently described as great, wonderful, superb, and phenomenal with a good choice of food and excellent service. (27 reviews)
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Reviews
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8/10 Very good
Mar 10, 2026
Clean,nice staff
NOBU
NOBU, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 8, 2026
The room was fairly large and comfortable, staff were friendly and very helpful. Location was good, walkable to town centre.
Nigel
Nigel, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 25, 2026
Ideal location.
Matthew
Matthew, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 12, 2025
Incredibly friendly staff, excellent restaurant, ample parking, and prime location for Donegal Town
Darryl
Darryl, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 8, 2025
Rooms were perfect,food brilliant, staff very friendly. The Lodge is ideally situated for DonegalTown.Recommend this hotel to any holidaymakers.
David
David, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 5, 2026
Room was spotless and bed very comfortable. Staff very friendly and courteous
Brenda
Brenda, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 1, 2026
Room spotless…. Staff lovely and breakfast excellent
Maureen
Maureen, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 15, 2025
Lovely and clean, beautiful room and close to town centre.
Cara Jayne
Cara Jayne, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 16, 2026
Wonderful experience, breakfast everybday phenomenal.; 10/10 would recommend.
James
James, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 15, 2025
Excellent location
Excellent breakfast
Paul
Paul, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 30, 2025
Room was clean and the staff was friendly. No problems I would recommend the hotel
Patrick
Patrick, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Dec 4, 2025
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
Roderick
Roderick, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 30, 2024
Great hotel in a perfect location
Dan
Dan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 20, 2025
Room was large, bed was huge. Everything was clean and comfortable. Breakfast was very filling and quite good
Rebecca
Rebecca, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 6, 2025
Nice room at the end of the complex - quiet and tidy. Close to everything!
Scott
Scott, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 28, 2025
Great Hotel in Motor Style
Great Hotel in Motor Hotel Style and fantastic breakfast. Really friendly staff.
Ralf
Ralf, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 31, 2025
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.
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.
Winona
Winona, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 13, 2024
Absolutely brilliant stay. Friendly staff, huge spotlessly clean room and delicious breakfast. We would definitely stay again.
Carl
Carl, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jul 9, 2025
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.
Robert
Robert, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 16, 2024
Wonderful location just a short walk to restaurants and shops. Staff were very friendly and attentive.
Casey
Casey, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 17, 2025
It was nice and clean and the staff was friendly
Teresa
Teresa, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 15, 2024
Staff was very cooperative, very clean and convenient location,close to main shopping square, monuments.