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Our top choices for Downings beach hotels

A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, rocky outcrops, and clear turquoise waters.
The Downings Bay Hotel with a prominent entrance, a public bar, and a restaurant sign.
A spacious lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a large chandelier.
A bar area with wooden bar stools, a counter with a Guinness sign, and a staircase leading to a seating area.

1. Downings Bay Hotel

Downings Bay Hotel
Downings
P10,849
P12,314 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 6 - Nov 7
Downings Bay Hotel
A modern house with a gravel driveway leading to a wooden fence and a stone pillar.
A coastal house with a paved driveway leading to a stone wall and a wooden fence.
A dining area with a table, chairs, and a view of the outdoors.
A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, a television, and a sofa with floral cushions.

2. Inverbeg Cottage 1

Inverbeg Cottage 1
Downings
P45,151
P51,247 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 14 - Oct 15
Inverbeg Cottage 1
A view from a window overlooking a pebble beach with a wooden fence and distant hills.
A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a television, and a view of the sea through large windows.
A coastal house with a gravel driveway, a stone wall, and a view of the sea and hills.
A living room with a glass coffee table, a sofa with patterned cushions, a wooden cabinet, and a view of the sea through large glass doors.

3. Inverbeg Cottage 2

Inverbeg Cottage 2
Downings
P45,151
P51,247 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 16 - Oct 17
Inverbeg Cottage 2
A couple holding hands on a beach with a sand drawing in the foreground.
A spa area with a large window, a statue, and a pool with tiled flooring.
A person in a hot tub overlooking a scenic landscape with hills and a body of water.
A panoramic view of a landscape with a body of water, hills, and a clear sky.

4. Shandon Hotel & Spa

Shandon Hotel & Spa
Portnablagh
P14,601
P16,571 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Shandon Hotel & Spa
A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, grassy hills, and a clear sky.
A breakfast table with a coffee pot, utensils, and food items.
A golf course with a water body and hills in the background.
A room with a large window offering a view of a coastal landscape, including hills and a body of water.

5. Arnolds Hotel

Arnolds Hotel
Dunfanaghy
  • Embrace seaside serenity with direct beach access, ocean-view dining, and white sand shores just steps from this bayfront hotel.
P8,307
P9,429 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 5 - Nov 6
Arnolds Hotel
A coastal building with a stone wall and a view of the sea.
A hotel room with a round wooden table, a tufted armchair, a bed with white linens, and a radiator.
A dark blue velvet armchair with metal legs, positioned in a room with a light-colored carpet and a framed picture on the wall.
A bathroom with a white sink, a mirror, and a bathtub.

6. The Waters Edge

The Waters Edge
Rathmullan
  • Bask on golden sands at this nature reserve hotel in Rathmullan, with daily housekeeping and access to a captivating beach.
P6,695
P7,599 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
The Waters Edge
A beach with clear blue water and sandy shores.
A bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a sink, a toilet, and a window providing natural light.
A hotel dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a fireplace, and a mirror on the wall.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

7. Ostán Loch Altan

Ostán Loch Altan
Gortahork
  • Escape to Ireland's coastal haven with beach access, where windsurfing and fishing adventures await just minutes away.
P7,812
P8,867 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 15 - Oct 16
Ostán Loch Altan
A beach with clear skies, distant hills, and a calm sea.
A row of white buildings with thatched roofs and a central pathway.
A golf course with a single hole, surrounded by grassy terrain and a sunset in the background.
A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table with a tray of breakfast, and a vase with flowers.

8. The Harbour Inn

The Harbour Inn
Buncrana
  • Stroll along golden sands just 6 minutes from this charming inn, with dining and golf nearby.
P7,129
P8,092 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
The Harbour Inn
A coastal landscape with a beach, green fields, and distant mountains.
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, elegant chandeliers, and a polished marble floor.
A golf course with a view of the ocean and mountains in the background.
A round wicker table with a white tablecloth, two cups of coffee, a vase with flowers, and plates with desserts on a balcony overlooking a landscape.

9. Ballyliffin Lodge & Spa

Ballyliffin Lodge & Spa
Ballyliffin
  • Escape to the water's edge where a serene beach getaway meets island adventure, with snorkeling, sailing, and sunset dining steps away.
P6,277
P7,124 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Ballyliffin Lodge & Spa
An indoor swimming pool with clear water and a visible water fountain.
A bar area with a high bar counter, multiple stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses.
A riverside view with a white building, a hill, and a mountain in the background.
A restaurant interior with a long wooden bar, leather booth seating, a large arched window, and a stone wall with a mounted TV.

10. An Chúirt Hotel

An Chúirt Hotel
Gweedore
P5,523
P6,269 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
An Chúirt Hotel
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Top Downings Hotel Reviews

Ballyliffin Lodge & Spa

Ballyliffin Lodge & Spa

10/10 Excellent
"Great!"
Richard 1-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
Ballyliffin Lodge & Spa
The Harbour Inn

The Harbour Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Really nice place, staff friendly and welcoming."
Lindsay 1-night trip
Posted 6 days ago
The Harbour Inn
An Grianan Hotel

An Grianan Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"We always enjoy our stay at our favourite hotel. Staff are super friendly, the food incredible & the rooms & bed are very comfortable."
Suzanne 1-night trip
Posted 8 days ago
An Grianan Hotel
Downings Bay Hotel

Downings Bay Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Comfortable, clean, nice staff for a three star hotel what more could you ask for. One question why would you serve fish and chips on charcuterie boards for the love of god wise up and put on plates lol was nicely done fish be proud of that."
Chris 1-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
Downings Bay Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What is Downings like for travelers who love the beach?
Book a great place to stay in Downings, which has a lot to offer the traveler planning a beach getaway.
What's the best place to stay near the beach in Downings?
Downings Bay Hotel is a top beach hotel with free breakfast and 3 bars/lounges, and it's located close to Carrigart Beach.
When's the best time for a beach vacation in Downings?
Plan your trip to the beach with this snapshot of weather throughout the year in Downings: The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 56°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 42°F. Average annual precipitation for Downings is 44 inches.
What is there to see and do around Downings?
After checking into your accommodation of choice, you'll probably want to venture out and explore. If you're eager to check out the beaches, head to Marble Hill Strand or Killahoey Beach for some relaxation by the water. Make time for a range of local attractions, which include Sandy Hills Golf Course and Carrigart Beach. You can also pay a visit to Ards Forest Park or Horn Head for more to see and do.
What's the best way to get to my beach hotel in Downings?
This travel information can help you get to and around your beach accommodation in Downings with ease. To get to Downings, book a flight to Letterkenny (LTR-Letterkenny Airfield), the closest major airport, which is located 18.1 mi (29.1 km) from the city center. If you'd like to explore around the area, consider renting a car to take in more sights.

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