Donabate On The Beach, K36 V064 Donabate, Ireland
#1 of 2 hotels in Donabate
Guests' ChoiceBased on 527 hotel reviews
7.6Cleanliness
7.7
Comfort
7.8
Location
9.3
Facilities
7.5
Staff
8.6
Value for money
7.7
Free Wifi
8.1
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End of dialog contentReviewed: September 23, 2025
Stephen
United KingdomThe bathroom was clean but the bath/shower could do with an update.
Fantastic location overlooking the sea. Upgraded to a garden room at no extra cost.
Stayed in September 2025
Reviewed: September 21, 2025
Nicola
United KingdomGrey coloured paint in the room is a dull colour and showed any scuffs in the paint
Location, sea view room, restaurant , breakfast all good
Stayed in September 2025
Reviewed: September 21, 2025
Charlotte
United KingdomThe room itself had a few bits needing a touch up decoration wise but the view really was stunning
Location is amazing so peaceful and relaxing
Stayed in September 2025
Reviewed: September 19, 2025
Dolina
United KingdomBedrooms dark Outside space at back very untidy
Right on the beach Outside space Staff Food
Stayed in September 2025
Reviewed: September 10, 2025
Yvonne
IrelandSome updating of rooms are required but the staff, location and the comfort of bed made it.
Staff amazing, so helpful and the food was gorgeous.
Stayed in September 2025
Reviewed: September 10, 2025
James
United KingdomNo air-conditioning; nor fridge, albeit there were tea facilities in room.
Location is ideal ~ beside the sea. Bedroom was clean & tidy , with freshly ironed bedlinen and clean & practical bathroom with a walk-in shower. Staff were very helpful and courteous.
Stayed in September 2025
Reviewed: September 9, 2025
Loris
Germany/
Wonderful hotel right at the beach.
Stayed in September 2025
Reviewed: September 8, 2025
Janine
United KingdomUnfortunately are meal wasn't great Sunday roast but meat was tasteless and very dry as if been pre froze But we didn't let it spoil r nite away
Fantastic views Nice friendly we bar
Stayed in September 2025
Reviewed: September 6, 2025
Susan
AustraliaGround floor room throughout. Nice ocean walk
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 30, 2025
Peter
IrelandBar could be more cosy
Breakfast menu was good
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 26, 2025
Colin
United KingdomThe bedrooms could do with being freshened up, Even new carpets would make such a difference. On arrival into our room, it was clear that it hadn't been hoovered. We found finger nail clippings on the carpet as well as alot of stains on the carpet that had seen better days. The staff where quick to relocate us to a new room though, but again it wasnt the cleanest but alot better in comparison. We didnt like the random window in the wall between the bathroom and bedroom. No privacy when using the bathroom which was very odd..(both rooms had these windows)
The beach views are awesome, especially when we stayed as the sun was glorious and thw hotel is right on the beach. The staff were excellent and the food was beaut.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 20, 2025
Gemma
United StatesOur sea view room was above the bar patio and when our window was open - we got random plumes of cigarette smoke from the patrons below. There is a lift to the upper rooms but it’s accessed by walking through the bar area. Not a deal breaker but if the bar is busy and you have lots of baggage - it could be tricky.
This hotel is 15 minutes from Dublin airport but you could be fooled into thinking you were 100 miles away. Cute little hotel at the end of a road with no other visible houses in site (although we did drive through what is looking like the biggest new housing estate in progress - so it’s going to get much busier!). The rooms are on the small side but clean and functional. We opted for a sea view and I’m glad we did as waking up to the crashing waves for our last morning was magical. The restaurant and bar downstairs is great and it meant that we could truly relax knowing that we didn’t have to drive anywhere. The hotel is right on the beach and perfect for those last few walks in the sea air
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: August 19, 2025
Ines
GermanyBreakfast and the location on the beach were great. A nice contrast to busy Dublin, but it is still close to visit Dublin.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 19, 2025
Heather
United KingdomNo view from the room and quite tight for space. The food wasn't very good. A number of doors to access the lift and our floor which was awkward for the wheelchair.
The hotel is right above the beach so the view from the large patio was great. The staff were very friendly and helpful. The large bar room was pleasant and a quiet lounge is available nearcthe entrance. Close to Dublin Port for our early ferry.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 19, 2025
Ursula
IrelandPillows
Relaxing hotel by the sea.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 16, 2025
Sue
United KingdomWe were in the ground floor room 132 and it was below standard. Very hot, poor ventilation, bathroom smelled of cat urine, poor finishing to carpet and skirting boards. Location is amazing but the workmanship of the rooms are below standard for what we paid.
Brilliant location
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 13, 2025
Deborah
United StatesOutdated rooms
Location was AWESOME! Great coastal walks from hotel, super close to the airport.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 12, 2025
Mary
IrelandDont have anything tat I didn't like
The shoreline is in a beautiful location sea view bedroom was lovely the outside seating area was lovely
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 9, 2025
Katarzyna
United StatesThe balcony was open when we got there which was strange as anybody could have walked in. The bathroom was definitely not cleaned before we got there. The “free breakfast” was almost all gone by the time we got there.
Really pretty views. Food was very good
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: August 9, 2025
Randall
United StatesThe Ocean view room was great with a seating area that made a nice spot to sit and relax.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 7, 2025
Jacqueline
IrelandNo toilet roll in room, had to ask for some. Cooked breakfast very nice but continental breakfast looked good on menu but in reality very poor and badly stocked, no glasses for juices, empty baskets of bread and pastries not replenished, lots of empty spaces where food should be.
Location excellent for quiet break away, right on beach front. Seafront view from bedroom. Staff very friendly. Ample free parking. Nice dining options again with lovely seafront views and terrace providing food and drinks.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 7, 2025
Louise
IrelandThe staff were super helpful and friendly and the access to the beach was a huge bonus.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: August 5, 2025
Kelly
United KingdomAs good as the service is sometimes they are a little overstretched , note to management you have a great team just a little more resourcing is required.
Great food, especially terrace dining
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: July 28, 2025
Croke
IrelandI didn't feel the room was value for money
The food was beautiful We had dinner and breakfast, both were tasty
Stayed in July 2025
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