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The Donard

2.0 star property
Hotel in Newcastle with a 24-hour front desk
your current months are February, 2025 and March, 2025.
February 2025
March 2025

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Exterior
Exterior
Double or Twin Room
Restaurant
Exterior

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
The price is AU$195
includes taxes & fees
7 Feb - 8 Feb

Explore the area

Map
29 Main St, Newcastle, Northern Ireland, BT33 0AD
  • Tollymore National Outdoor Centre
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Newcastle Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Royal County Down Golf Course
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Belfast (BHD-George Best Belfast City)
    ‪66 min drive‬

Room options

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Triple Room

Triple Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

View all photos for Double or Twin Room

Double or Twin Room

Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Family Quadruple Room

Family Quadruple Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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About the area

Newcastle

At The Donard you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Tollymore National Outdoor Centre and Newcastle Beach. Highlights at this hotel include free in-room WiFi. .This pet-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a garden. Other amenities include a picnic area, luggage storage and a lift. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. .Sights within a 15-minute walk of this Newcastle hotel include Royal County Down Golf Course and Tollymore Forest Park.

What's nearby

  • Newcastle Beach - 6 min walk
  • Royal County Down Golf Course - 12 min walk
  • Tollymore Forest Park - 12 min walk
  • Murlough National Nature Reserve - 15 min walk
  • Slieve Donard - 21 min drive

Getting around

  • Belfast (BHD-George Best Belfast City) - 66 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Quinns Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪O'Hares Lounge Bars - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The Strand - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Chaplin's Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Shimna Diner - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Donard

Hotel in Newcastle with a 24-hour front desk
The Donard offers its guests a garden, a picnic area, and a lift. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Newcastle hotel.

  • 19 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
The Donard offers 19 accommodations with a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include baths or showers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Lift (120 centimetre wide door)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 1 September and 30 September.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash.

Property is also known as

Donard Hotel
The Donard Hotel
The Donard Newcastle
The Donard Hotel Newcastle

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Donard?

The Donard offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Donard?

As of 22 Jan 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Donard on 7 Feb 2025 start from AU$194.98, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to The Donard?

Yep, The Donard is a short 6-minute walk from Newcastle Beach.

Is there a spa on site at The Donard?

No, there is no spa at this property. La Belle Femme Nail Bar & Beauty Lounge is a short 13-minute walk away.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Donard?

No, The Donard does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Donard?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Donard?

Furry friends are welcome at The Donard, with food and water bowls on offer.

Is there a golf course on site at The Donard?

There isn't one on site, but Royal County Down Golf Course is a short 12-minute walk away.

The Donard Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 56 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 56 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 56 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 56 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 56 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cute Hotel
Had a wonderful stay at this lovely antique hotel. Can't wait to return!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tanya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a great stay. My room was huge with beautiful views! The staff were friendly and very helpful. Also the location is perfect amd convenient for walking everywhere.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

PHYLLIS

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mrs s e

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gavin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Florence

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were lovely. Room basic but very clean. Very convenient would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

KAREN

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a fantastic stay. Staff Was amazing. Great breakfast in the morning. So helpful and went above and beyond to make us comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Petr

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic stay
Excellent stay -) 1st class service Friendly and helpful staff excellent location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

philip

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay. Excellent rooms, well worth the money. Very central.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Aisling

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Christopher

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The Donard was such a wonderful stay. The room was a little dated compared to our other recent stays in Ireland, but the staff's friendliness and helpfulness made us feel so at home. We really loved the concierge staff and the warm and friendly Irish way of making us comfortable. The continental breakfast was a great start to the day. We would definitely book again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tara

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great time at the Donard
The room was great with a large bathroom and a comfortable bed. The hotel itself was beautiful, great location, the staff were friendly and helpful and the breakfast was delicious
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

sandra

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Its very well located and surprisingly quiet once your in the rooms the staff we dealt with kevin and Katie were very friendly and onliging kevin offered to help us with our luggage on two occasions the bed was very comfortable and there was plenty of hot water in the bathroom the continental breakfast was good and its complimentary it has something for everyone a selection of cereals ,breads ,pastries and fruit etc
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

William

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful time in Newcastle
Lovely hotel, room was lovely...kids loved the bunked beds! Breakfast was lovely. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Would definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Gayle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Whilst the staff were excellent and the main areas and breakfast were pleasant, the room was disappointing and not as expected based on the website photos. We were shown bright, modern and airy rooms online but we were given a dated and dark one instead. The views outside are of flat roofs with dead plants and a broken aerial. Our bathroom had an avocado green suite with very old fixtures. It was very clean but came across as dingy. We slept well and the beds were comfortable. However, I would not have booked if the online content had been completely honest. It didn't feel like a treat. Tonight we are in a different guest house along the coast in Warrenpoint, at a similar price. It is head and shoulders above the Donard with a balcony and sea view. Sorry, I am just being honest. I feel bad because the staff were lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

alwyn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel will definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cakers

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved the room size and staying at front of hotel was fab. Dog loved his stay too! Staff very good, very helpful & friendly. We will definitely stay again, very reasonably priced too and we got continental breakfast free of charge! Joanne 💜
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Highly recommended
The Donard Hotel in Newcastle fitted our needs for an overnight stay exactly - a centrally located hotel with good sized rooms, a very comfortable bed and very friendly and helpful staff. The team worked well together but a special shoutout to Kevin who went above and beyond to ensure that we enjoyed our stay. The town of Newcastle is an attractive seaside town but also an excellent starting point to climb Slieve Donard, Northern Ireland's highest mountain, which was the reason for our stay here. I am pleased to say we achieved our objective and rewarded ourselves with large ice cream sundaes from Morelli's wonderful establishment on the seafront.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel triple room was amazing staff were lovely breakfast gud certainly stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kylie

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Steven

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff where very friendly and helpful, location is excellent but the rooms are tiered and unclean
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024