The Rusty Mackerel

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Scored 8.4
Rated very good

Free Wifi

9.6

Property highlights

About this property

Historic Setting: The Rusty Mackerel in Carrick Teelin, County Donegal, is housed in a historic building. The property is pet-friendly and offers free WiFi throughout. Exceptional Facilities: Guests enjoy a sun terrace, garden, restaurant, bar, and nightclub. Additional amenities include an outdoor seating area, picnic spots, and family rooms. Dining Experience: The family-friendly restaurant serves Irish, seafood, local, and European cuisines. Menus cater to vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free diets. Prime Location: Located 44 mi from Donegal Airport and 1.2 mi from Slieve League, the lodge is near Glencolumbkille Folk Village (6.8 mi) and Narin & Portnoo Golf Club (22 mi).

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

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Free Wifi
  • Free parking
  • Restaurant
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

Options with:

  • Terrace

  • Free Parking Available On Site

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Standard Double Room
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Breakfast included in the price
  • 1 full bed
$309 for 3 nights
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Standard Double Room
  • 1 full bed
Crib available on request
Patio
Attached bathroom
Soundproof
Terrace
Free Wifi
  • Toilet
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Towels
  • Linens
  • Socket near the bed
  • Cleaning products
  • High chair
  • Private entrance
  • Ironing facilities
  • Tea/Coffee maker
  • Iron
  • Heating
  • Hairdryer
  • Fan
  • Electric kettle
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Clothes rack
  • Toilet paper
  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
Max adults: 1
Only for 1 guest
$103 per night
Price $309
Excluded: 13.5 % VAT
  • Excellent breakfast included
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Guests who stayed here loved

Roger
Canada Canada
“The property is in a great location near the Slieve League Cliffs in Donegal. We were drawn to the charm of the old facility in the advertisement as well as the great reviews on the food! We loved the old pub, the fireplace with the burning...”
Nikola
Switzerland Switzerland
“Oh wow, the Rusty Mackerel is the most amazing place and in a beautiful location. The rooms are very nice and comfortable, but the pub is simply put amazing, with great live music and authentic food/drinks. Staff was also super friendly!”
Kari
Canada Canada
“Location, pub music, friendly staff, comfortable accommodation, great breakfast”
Abby
United States United States
“Very close to excellent hiking, great food, great staff”
Lori
United States United States
“Loved the location after climbing Slieve League... Amazing food for dinner and breakfast. Breakfast was included in the room. It was nice to not have to drive anywhere after a long day. We would have liked to listen to the live music but we...”
Cynthia
United States United States
“Fantastic breakfast. Ryan and all of the staff were awesome. The location was very close to the cliffs and local sightseeing.”
Jeanice
United States United States
“Love the establishment. The restaurant, bar and rooms. People were incredibly nice and helpful. I would definitely go again.”
Anne
United States United States
“Wonderful, friendly staff. Welcoming atmosphere. Delicious dinner and breakfast. Great location for visiting Slieve Liag.”
James
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The food was fantastic! The Guinness was superb. The staff was so friendly! And the Atmosphere was very warm and welcoming.”
Becky
United States United States
“This is such a unique and special place. It’s more of an experience where memories are made.”

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Restaurant
  • Cuisine
    Irish • Seafood • Local • European
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly • Traditional
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

House rules

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Check-in
From 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
Check-out
From 8:30 AM to 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

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There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

No age restriction
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Pets
Free!Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

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

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

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.