In the heart of Donard Hotel, experience a tranquil retreat surrounded by nature. Unwind in the garden or stay connected with in-room WiFi. The 24-hour front desk and luggage storage ensure a seamless stay.
Murlough National Nature Reserve - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
Royal County Down Golf Course - 5 min drive - 1.0 km
Castlewellan Forest Park - 8 min drive - 7.8 km
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
The Donard is a great choice for a stay in Newcastle.
Languages
English
At a glance
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Hotel size
19 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Pets
Pets stay free
Service animals welcome
Food and water bowls available
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
No onsite parking
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Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Services
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Facilities
Garden
Picnic area
Accessibility
Elevator
Elevator door width (inches): 47
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Front entrance ramp
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Home comfort
Heating
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
What to enjoy
Separate sitting area
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
More
Daily housekeeping
Guidebooks/recommendations
Fees & policies
Policies
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Also known as
Donard Hotel
The Donard Hotel
The Donard Newcastle
The Donard Hotel Newcastle
Frequently asked questions
Does The Donard offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Donard does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Donard?
Yes, pets stay free. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at The Donard?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at The Donard.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Donard?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
What is there to do at The Donard and nearby?
The Donard has a picnic area and a garden.
What's the area around The Donard like?
The Donard is a short 6-minute walk from Newcastle Beach and 12 minutes' walk from Royal County Down Golf Course.
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The Donard Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Staff & service
9.2/10
Amenities
8.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10
Very nice room. Great helpful staff. Would visit again.
Stewart
1-night trip
6/10
Very friendly staff, room comfortable but a bit dated . Good value for the price
Verified traveler
1-night trip
8/10
The room was spotless and the staff were welcoming and helpful. There was a complimentary continental breakfast which was nice. The decor could probably do with updating, but this didn’t really affect my stay. This was a lovely hotel at a good price.
Lisa
1-night trip
10/10
First time I stayed and staff were extremely friendly and accommodating. Great room and very clean, and hotel also in great location. Overall highly recommend
Jennifer
1-night trip
10/10
Great hotel will definitely stay again
alwyn
2-night trip
10/10
Excellent stay -) 1st class service
Friendly and helpful staff excellent location
Petr
1-night trip
10/10
Very friendly and helpful staff!
Matt
2-night trip
8/10
Great location
James
2-night trip
10/10
Had a wonderful stay at this lovely antique hotel. Can't wait to return!
Nicholas
1-night trip
10/10
Lovely hotel triple room was amazing staff were lovely breakfast gud certainly stay again
Linda
2-night trip
10/10
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
Tara
1-night trip
10/10
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.
Tanya
2-night trip
10/10
Excellent stay. Excellent rooms, well worth the money. Very central.
philip
1-night trip
10/10
Staff were lovely. Room basic but very clean. Very convenient would stay again.
Florence
2-night trip
8/10
Comfortable clean staff friendly and helpful centrally located near to several amenities and cafes, shops etc.
Valerie
6-night trip
8/10
Friendly staff. Clean and comfortable. Nice free breakfast.
heather
1-night trip
10/10
Lovely hotel, room was lovely...kids loved the bunked beds!
Breakfast was lovely. Staff were very friendly and helpful.
Would definitely stay again
Sean
1-night trip
10/10
We had a fantastic stay. Staff Was amazing. Great breakfast in the morning. So helpful and went above and beyond to make us comfortable
KAREN
1-night trip
10/10
Briiliant location to go exploring a walk up the moutains stunning
Kevin
3-night trip
10/10
Reception staff friendly and welcoming and an added bonus that it was dog friendly
Starfish
1-night trip
10/10
Excellent
Robert
1-night trip
10/10
Staff very friendly
Olive
2-night trip
10/10
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 💜
Cakers
2-night trip
10/10
Friendly and welcoming staff
Starfish
1-night trip
6/10
Staff where very friendly and helpful, location is excellent but the rooms are tiered and unclean