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Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), make sure you're booking this property in accordance with the destination's local government guidelines, including (but not limited to) the purpose of travel and maximum group size.

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

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

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service hours.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

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Hotel Beach Hotel & Restaurant

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Beach Hotel & Restaurant

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Excellent location – rated 9.4/10! (score from 410 reviews)

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8.9
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410 reviews
  • Facilities

    8.7

  • Cleanliness

    9.3

  • Comfort

    9.0

  • Value for money

    8.4

  • Location

    9.4

  • Total

    8.9

  • Free WiFi

    8.0

Very accommodating,,area beautiful staff great friendly. Doing a great job under the circumstances

Stephen Ireland

Comfortable, friendly staff and convenient to everything in Downings

Carmel Ireland

Nice spacious guest room with comfortable beds and a great shower. Lots of parking in the rear of the hotel, and the back entrance of the hotel brings you through the pub (we didn't eat there but it was quite busy).

Ilovepinehurst United States of America

Very friendly staff willing to give helpful information on the area history and trips to take. Wonderful location with great beach access.

Christopher United States of America

Location is great with good golfing, beach, eat and drink etc. All staff were good Breakfast at the restaurant was good. Bar was good.

Ron Canada

excellent choice at breakfast, very hot and tasty!

Noguaranteez United Kingdom

Great place to stay. Nice home cooked food. Lively bar atmosphere very welcoming local folk. Breath taking sea view and scenery from our room. Fantastic family run hotel with very polite and friendly staff. Will definitely recommend to our family and friend's. Beautiful part of Ireland. Brilliant couple of day's break !!!

Brian United Kingdom

Hotel was outstanding. Room was very nice with good view. Staff were very helpful and kind.. I would deffenitly recommend this hotel.

Annya United Kingdom

Excellent measures in place to protect staff and guests during current difficulties. Enjoyable food, both evening and breakfast, well thought out bathroom with good, well, lit and well positioned mirror.

Dawn United Kingdom

Hotel , Rooms, Bathroom, Bar area, Dining room and all public areas were spotless , The levels of hygiene in this hotel are 5* , We ate in the lounge area on both nights and the food was very nice, The service was a little slow, but to be fair its very hard to judge how many will be in at this time of year and under current circumstances .

Pat Ireland

Excellent location!

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8.9
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410 reviews
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  • What guests loved the most:
  • “Very accommodating,,area beautiful staff great friendly. Doing a great job under the circumstances”
    Stephen Stephen Ireland Ireland
  • “Comfortable, friendly staff and convenient to everything in Downings”
    Carmel Carmel Ireland Ireland
  • “Nice spacious guest room with comfortable beds and a great shower. Lots of parking in the rear of the hotel, and the back entrance of the hotel brings you through the pub (we didn't eat there but...”
    Ilovepinehurst Ilovepinehurst United States of America United States of America
  • “Very friendly staff willing to give helpful information on the area history and trips to take. Wonderful location with great beach access.”
    Christopher Christopher United States of America United States of America
  • “Location is great with good golfing, beach, eat and drink etc. All staff were good Breakfast at the restaurant was good. Bar was good.”
    Ron Ron Canada Canada
  • “excellent choice at breakfast, very hot and tasty!”
    Noguaranteez Noguaranteez United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Great place to stay. Nice home cooked food. Lively bar atmosphere very welcoming local folk. Breath taking sea view and scenery from our room.”
    Brian Brian United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Hotel was outstanding. Room was very nice with good view. Staff were very helpful and kind.. I would deffenitly recommend this hotel.”
    Annya Annya United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Excellent measures in place to protect staff and guests during current difficulties.”
    Dawn Dawn United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Hotel , Rooms, Bathroom, Bar area, Dining room and all public areas were spotless , The levels of hygiene in this hotel are 5* , We ate in the lounge area on both nights and the food was very nice,...”
    Pat Pat Ireland Ireland

Located on the famous Altantic Drive along the Wild Atlantic and overlooking Sheephaven Bay, Beach Hotel features bright, spacious rooms with flat-screen TVs. Set within the seaside village of Downings, it offers traditional Irish music and entertainment in the bar. Furnished in calm and neutral colors, each room at Beach Hotel Downings provides free WiFi and satellite TV.

All rooms have a private bathroom with a shower or bath and many offering a spectacular sea view. A hand basin, hairdryer and tea/coffee facilities are included in the room. A full Irish breakfast is served each day, as well as a wide selection of cooked, continental, and buffet options.

The modern restaurant serves Irish and international cuisine, with a selection of fine wines. The hotel features 2 bars, with a modern lounge bar and a traditional bar offering live entertainment.

Free parking is provided, and the sandy beach can be reached in 5 minutes on foot. Scenic drives can be enjoyed along the nearby coast road of Atlantic Drive.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Good for couples – they rated the facilities 8.7 for two-person stays.

낍 Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

냨 Great Food: Meals here are highly recommended!

Breakfast Info

Full English/Irish

끸 Free private parking available at the hotel

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  • Stephen Ireland

    “Very accommodating,,area beautiful staff great friendly. Doing a great job under the circumstances”

  • Carmel Ireland

    “Comfortable, friendly staff and convenient to everything in Downings”

  • Ilovepinehurst United States of America

    “Nice spacious guest room with comfortable beds and a great shower. Lots of parking in the rear of the hotel, and the back entrance of the hotel brings you through the pub (we didn't eat there but it was quite busy).”

  • Christopher United States of America

    “Very friendly staff willing to give helpful information on the area history and trips to take. Wonderful location with great beach access.”

  • Ron Canada

    “Location is great with good golfing, beach, eat and drink etc. All staff were good Breakfast at the restaurant was good. Bar was good.”

  • Noguaranteez United Kingdom

    “excellent choice at breakfast, very hot and tasty!”

  • Brian United Kingdom

    “Great place to stay. Nice home cooked food. Lively bar atmosphere very welcoming local folk. Breath taking sea view and scenery from our room. Fantastic family run hotel with very polite and friendly staff. Will definitely recommend to our family and friend's. Beautiful part of Ireland. Brilliant couple of day's break !!!” Read more

  • Annya United Kingdom

    “Hotel was outstanding. Room was very nice with good view. Staff were very helpful and kind.. I would deffenitly recommend this hotel.”

  • Dawn United Kingdom

    “Excellent measures in place to protect staff and guests during current difficulties. Enjoyable food, both evening and breakfast, well thought out bathroom with good, well, lit and well positioned mirror.”

  • Pat Ireland

    “Hotel , Rooms, Bathroom, Bar area, Dining room and all public areas were spotless , The levels of hygiene in this hotel are 5* , We ate in the lounge area on both nights and the food was very nice, The service was a little slow, but to be fair its very hard to judge how many will be in at this time of year and under current circumstances .” Read more

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  • Are you dog friendly

    Thank you for your enquiry. Unfortunately we do not have facilities to permit dogs to stay. However there is a service available locally called Millies Boarding & Day Care Facilities. Family pets are permitted in the outdoor area to the rear of the Hotel & also in the public bar, while supervised on a leash. If you need further information please contact the hotel directly.


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An Inside Look at Beach Hotel & Restaurant

Charlie & Mairead McClafferty took over the original Beach Hotel, Downings on Friday 13th May 1988! The Hotel closed in August 2005 for renovations and re-opened in June 2008 with a fresh, modern and eco-friendly building!

Hotel surroundings *
Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!
Excellent location – show map
What's nearby
  • Rosapenna Golf Club
    1 miles
  • Dunfanaghy Golf Club
    5.6 miles
  • Carrigart Riding Stables
    6.7 miles
  • Ashtree Stables
    6.8 miles
  • Portsalon Golf Club
    8.5 miles
  • Fanad Head Lighthouse
    9.7 miles
  • Cloughaneely Golf Club
    11.5 miles
Closest Airports
  • Donegal Airport
    22.8 miles
  • City of Derry Airport
    28.6 miles
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Amenities of Beach Hotel & Restaurant Great facilities! Review score, 8.7

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  • Garden
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  • Pets are not allowed.

Activities
  • Tour or class about local culture
  • Temporary art galleries Off-site
  • Beach
  • Evening entertainment
  • Golf course (within 2 miles) Additional charge
Food & Drink
  • Kids' meals Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
  • Free! WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking

    Free! Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

Front Desk Services
  • Private check-in/out
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Books, DVDs & music for kids
  • Board games/Puzzles
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Safe
General
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Smoke-free property
  • Packed lunches
  • Elevator
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Newspapers
Languages Spoken
  • German
  • English
  • Irish

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Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 12 and above are considered adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib by request
Free
Extra bed by request
€ 20 per child, per night
3 - 11 years
Extra bed by request
€ 20 per child, per night
12 - 16 years
Extra bed by request
€ 40 per child, per night

Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

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All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

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Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), make sure you're booking this property in accordance with the destination's local government guidelines, including (but not limited to) the purpose of travel and maximum group size.

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

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

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service hours.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

FAQs about Beach Hotel & Restaurant

  • Yes, Beach Hotel & Restaurant is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Beach Hotel & Restaurant offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Evening entertainment
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Beach
    • Temporary art galleries

  • The prices at Beach Hotel & Restaurant may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • The following parking options are available to guests staying at Beach Hotel & Restaurant (subject to availability):

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    • Free parking
    • On-site parking
    • Private Parking

  • Guests staying at Beach Hotel & Restaurant can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.7).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Full English/Irish

  • Room options at Beach Hotel & Restaurant include:

    • Twin
    • Double
    • Single
    • Family

  • Check-in at Beach Hotel & Restaurant is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:30 AM.

  • Beach Hotel & Restaurant is 2,800 feet from the center of Downings.

  • Beach Hotel & Restaurant has 1 restaurant:

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  • Facilities8.7
  • Cleanliness9.3
  • Comfort9.0
  • Value for money8.4
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