Just 5 minutes’ walk from Buncrana town centre, The Lake of Shadows Hotel offers free parking. Just 5 minutes’ walk from the beach of Lough Swilly, guests can enjoy full Irish breakfasts. The warmly furnished rooms at The Lake of Shadows all include an en suite bathroom, as well as a flat-screen TV/DVD player and tea/coffee-making facilities. Breakfasts are cooked to order each day, and the Lake’s restaurant serves hearty food made with local, seasonal produce and daily specials. Lunch is also served in the bar. Buncrana Golf Club is only 5 minutes away by car.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

Great Food: Meals here are highly recommended

Free private parking available at the hotel

Loyal customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
2 single beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.3
Facilities
8.5
Cleanliness
9.1
Comfort
9.0
Value for money
8.5
Location
9.1
Free WiFi
8.3
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Greg
    Ireland Ireland
    The Location was excellent. The food was good. The staff were very friendly and helpful.
  • Carol
    United States United States
    Breakfast was beautiful and the staff were friendly.
  • Philomena
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Very friendly reception staff and bar staff. Excellent food. Very clean hotel and quiet at night.

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      Chinese • British • Irish • Italian • Pizza • Steakhouse • European
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Facilities of Lake of Shadows Hotel
Great facilities! Review score, 8.5

Most popular facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Live sport events (broadcast)
  • Live music/performance
  • Horse riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • DVD player
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Fruits
    Additional charge
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Luggage storage
  • 24-hour front desk
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Wake-up service
  • Heating
  • Packed lunches
  • Carpeted
  • Lift
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Wake up service/Alarm clock
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
Languages spoken
  • English

Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

House rules

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Check-in

From 15:30 to 22:00

Check-out

From 07:00 to 11:30

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries, during dates where such guidelines exist.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Spa and gym facilities at this property are unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.

FAQs about Lake of Shadows Hotel

  • Lake of Shadows Hotel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Fishing
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Horse riding
    • Live music/performance
    • Live sport events (broadcast)

  • Check-in at Lake of Shadows Hotel is from 15:30, and check-out is until 11:30.

  • Lake of Shadows Hotel has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant #1

  • The nearest beach is just 200 yards from Lake of Shadows Hotel. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Lake of Shadows Hotel is 450 yards from the centre of Buncrana. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Room options at Lake of Shadows Hotel include:

    • Double
    • Twin

  • The prices at Lake of Shadows Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.