Title: The Central Hotel Donegal - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # The Central Hotel Donegal Travelers relax by tranquil bay waters before savoring authentic Irish cuisine and unwinding with a rejuvenating sauna session at this welcoming retreat ## Photo gallery for The Central Hotel Donegal ![Spa - The Central Hotel Donegal (Donegal)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15720000/15716300/15716211/d013dcb7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fitness facility - The Central Hotel Donegal (Donegal)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15720000/15716300/15716211/e02a14db.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![View from property - The Central Hotel Donegal (Donegal)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15720000/15716300/15716211/1f1abbb1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Hair dryer, towels - The Central Hotel Donegal (Donegal)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15720000/15716300/15716211/4a7d43a1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior entrance - The Central Hotel Donegal (Donegal)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15720000/15716300/15716211/7dd30a02.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The Central Hotel Donegal sits near the bay, offering a peaceful garden setting and two restaurants featuring local Irish dishes. Guests appreciate the high-speed WiFi in their rooms and can refresh with a dip in the indoor pool or a soothing soak in the spa tub. ## Reviews 8.6 Excellent ## Popular amenities - Hot tub - Free WiFi ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Dec. 23 - Dec. 24](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-23&endDate=2025-12-24&selected=15716211&PinnedHotelID=15716211&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-23&endDate=2025-12-24&selected=15716211&PinnedHotelID=15716211&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Dec. 24 - Dec. 25](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-24&endDate=2025-12-25&selected=15716211&PinnedHotelID=15716211&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-24&endDate=2025-12-25&selected=15716211&PinnedHotelID=15716211&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Dec. 26 - Dec. 28](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-28&selected=15716211&PinnedHotelID=15716211&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-28&selected=15716211&PinnedHotelID=15716211&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Jan. 2 - Jan. 4](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-02&endDate=2026-01-04&selected=15716211&PinnedHotelID=15716211&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-02&endDate=2026-01-04&selected=15716211&PinnedHotelID=15716211&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 4 of 4 rooms ### View all photos for Double or Twin Room ![Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15720000/15716300/15716211/a61d947c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double or Twin Room 8.8 Excellent 40 reviews ### Highlights Heating TV Private bathroom Hair dryer Coffee/tea maker Electric kettle Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds ### View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, River View ![Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15720000/15716300/15716211/bc0aa2de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Double Room, River View 9.0 Wonderful 11 reviews ### Highlights Heating TV Private bathroom Hair dryer Coffee/tea maker Electric kettle Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Triple Room ![Triple Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15720000/15716300/15716211/6ca551ae.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Triple Room 8.4 Very good 5 reviews ### Highlights Heating TV Private bathroom Hair dryer Coffee/tea maker Electric kettle Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 4 - 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed ### View all photos for Double Room Single Use ![Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15720000/15716300/15716211/bc0aa2de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Room Single Use ### Highlights Heating TV Private bathroom Hair dryer Coffee/tea maker Electric kettle Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 1 - 1 Double Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or the steam room. Be sure to enjoy Irish cuisine and more at the two on-site restaurants. In addition to a hot tub, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. Additional perks include: - An indoor pool and a children's pool - Full breakfast (surcharge), a banquet hall, and luggage storage - A 24-hour front desk, wedding services, and a vending machine - Meeting rooms and an elevator - Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location Room features All 113 rooms include amenities such as free WiFi. Extra conveniences in all rooms include: - Bathrooms with tubs or showers and hair dryers - Electric kettles, heating, and daily housekeeping ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/1900/1884/91025cb3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Abbey Hotel Donegal Donegal - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Breakfast available - Business services 8.2 Very good 696 reviews CA $172 CA $196 total includes taxes & fees Dec 30 - Dec 31 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-30&endDate=2025-12-31&selected=1884&PinnedHotelID=1884&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Offsite parking available (EUR 3.20 per day) - Street parking available ### Food and drink - Daily full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: EUR 15 for adults and EUR 10 for children - 2 restaurants - A bar/lounge ### Restaurants on site - Blazers - Upper Deck Bar ### Things to do - Children's pool - Health club - Hot tub - Indoor pool - Sauna - Steam room ### Family friendly - Children's pool - Indoor pool ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Luggage storage - Vending machine ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) - Wedding services ### Business services - Meeting rooms ### Outdoors - Garden ### Accessibility - Elevator ### More - Banquet hall - Designated smoking areas ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Electric kettle - Limited room service ### More - Heating ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM Contactless check-in available Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM Contactless check-out available ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Renovations and closures The property is closed: Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - A damage deposit of EUR 2000 will be collected before check-in. We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Fee for full breakfast: approximately EUR 15 for adults and EUR 10 for children - Nearby parking fee: EUR 3.20 per day (328 ft away) The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a 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 Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit ### We should mention Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM ### National rating Rating provided by Fáilte Ireland, the National Tourism Development Authority of Ireland, source of official star ratings for accommodation. ### Property is also known as Central Hotel Donegal Central Donegal The Central Donegal Donegal The Central Hotel Donegal Hotel The Central Hotel Donegal Donegal The Central Hotel Donegal Hotel Donegal ## Frequently asked questions ### Does The Central Hotel Donegal have a pool? ### How much does it cost to stay at The Central Hotel Donegal? ### Is The Central Hotel Donegal pet-friendly? ### What time is check-in at The Central Hotel Donegal? ### What time is check-out at The Central Hotel Donegal? ### Where is The Central Hotel Donegal located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## The Central Hotel Donegal Reviews 8.6 ### Excellent All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 8.8 Cleanliness ### 8.8 Location ### 8.8 Staff & service ### 8.4 Eco-friendliness ### 8.2 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 268 8 - Good 166 6 - Okay 70 4 - Poor 27 2 - Terrible 8 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Martin Dec 2, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Comfortable stay ##### Martin Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Saoirse Dec 8, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Clean room and friendly staff ##### Saoirse Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Siobhan Nov 4, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Spotless and lovely staff ##### Siobhan Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Peter Aug 27, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Lovely place to stay ##### Peter Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anne Marie Sep 27, 2025 Love the Central hotel Staff are very welcoming Rooms cosy and comfortable Excellent location ##### Anne Marie Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paolo Aug 23, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities Excellent location, very friendly and helpful staff, comfort room ##### Paolo Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Georgette Sep 20, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Right in the heart of the town, close to everything. Lovely breakfast and we had dinner there as well which was excellent. ##### Georgette Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chris Aug 9, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Breakfast was wonderful! ##### Chris Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Gary Jul 28, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Nice hotel centrally located ##### Gary Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Jul 22, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Everything was good about this hotel. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ronald Aug 25, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities The young lady and the front desk was great, helpful found me the best room . Right in the centre of the diamond so perfect stayed two night ##### Ronald Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### marian Jul 16, 2025 Liked: Property conditions & facilities Very comfortable stay ##### marian Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lizabeth Jul 19, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Located downtown in a small town made it easy to experience local sites. ##### Lizabeth Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jody Aug 23, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great place to stay Our time at the Central Hotel was wonderful. Staff were so accommodating! Breakfast and dinner were very good. It is central to everything in Donegal. ##### Jody Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jonathan Aug 11, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort The hotel and all the staff were lovely, helpful and friendly. Breakfast was great and the evening meal options were also very good. Great location and the harbour view was beautiful ##### Jonathan Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### theresa Sep 13, 2025 Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities The the little town. Friendly people. ##### theresa Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brenda Jul 1, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Excellent staff and hotel ##### Brenda Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Paul Aug 18, 2025 Liked: Staff & service Disliked: Property conditions & facilities Great location and very friendly & helpful staff. Overall good but by todays standards property could be doing with a bit of a revamp ##### Paul Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Laurie Aug 6, 2025 Liked: Amenities Front desk upgraded us to bay rooms which was nice. My sons enjoyed using the pool after a long car ride. Location is excellent right in center of town. ##### Laurie Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### John Sep 29, 2025 Liked: Staff & service Was right above the pub with karaoke night and it went on till 1230 at night. Couldn’t sleep a wink until it was done so loud. ##### John Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 4/10 Poor #### Brian Aug 18, 2025 Disliked: Property conditions & facilities Old and dated, paper cups in the rooms, cheap towels, tiny tv, badly needs an update. Bus tour hotel. ##### Brian Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John Jun 1, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Nice hotel ##### John Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Laura Jul 26, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities It was central to everything in the town. Nice atmosphere in the bar. Staff where very friendly and they had great entertainment on. ##### Laura Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Caroline Jun 27, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities Friendly staff, good buffet style breakfast. Lovely dinner. ##### Caroline Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Noreen Jun 9, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Very central to all restaurants & Bars. ##### Noreen Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Park Inn by Radisson Shannon Airport](https://www.expedia.ca/Shannon-Hotels-Park-Inn-By-Radisson-Shannon-Airport.h1095.Hotel-Information) > > [Ashford Castle](https://www.expedia.ca/Cong-Hotels-Ashford-Castle.h76936.Hotel-Information) > > [Maldron Hotel Dublin Airport](https://www.expedia.ca/Dublin-Hotels-Maldron-Hotel-Dublin-Airport.h1331635.Hotel-Information) > > [Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport](https://www.expedia.ca/Dublin-Hotels-Clayton-Hotel-Dublin-Airport.h2226273.Hotel-Information) > > [The Granville Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Waterford-Hotels-The-Granville-Hotel.h13715.Hotel-Information) > > [The River Lee Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Cork-Hotels-The-River-Lee-Hotel.h13650.Hotel-Information) > > [Radisson Blu Hotel & Spa, Limerick](https://www.expedia.ca/Limerick-Hotels-Radisson-Blu-Hotel-Spa.h898071.Hotel-Information) > > [Radisson Blu Hotel, Athlone](https://www.expedia.ca/Athlone-Hotels-Radisson-Blu-Hotel.h1076553.Hotel-Information) > > [Rochestown Lodge Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Dublin-Hotels-Rochestown-Lodge-Hotel-Spa.h1094620.Hotel-Information) > > [Cabra Castle Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Kingscourt-Hotels-Cabra-Castle-Hotel.h114456.Hotel-Information) > > [Powerscourt Hotel, Autograph Collection](https://www.expedia.ca/Enniskerry-Hotels-Powerscourt-Hotel.h1680006.Hotel-Information) > > [Lough Eske Castle](https://www.expedia.ca/Donegal-Hotels-Lough-Eske-Castle.h1868062.Hotel-Information) > > [Shamrock Lodge Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Athlone-Hotels-Shamrock-Lodge-Hotel.h4641300.Hotel-Information) > > [Mount Juliet Estate, Autograph Collection](https://www.expedia.ca/Thomastown-Hotels-Mount-Juliet-Estate.h891736.Hotel-Information) > > [Trump International Golf Links And Hotel Doonbeg Ireland](https://www.expedia.ca/Doonbeg-Hotels-Trump-International-Golf-Links-And-Hotel-Doonbeg-Ireland.h1579827.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels near Banff National Park](https://www.expedia.ca/Banff-National-Park-Hotels.0-l602291-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Abbey Court](https://www.expedia.ca/Dublin-Hotels-Abbey-Court.h13231806.Hotel-Information) > > [Grand Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Dublin-Hotels-Grand-Hotel.h45673.Hotel-Information) > > [Crowne Plaza Dublin Airport by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Dublin-Hotels-Crowne-Plaza-Dublin-Airport.h1042443.Hotel-Information) > > [Dingle Skellig Hotel & Peninsula Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Dingle-Hotels-Dingle-Skellig-Hotel-Peninsula-Spa.h5282541.Hotel-Information) > > [Radisson Blu Hotel, Dublin Airport](https://www.expedia.ca/Dublin-Hotels-Radisson-Blu-Hotel.h77932.Hotel-Information) > > [Hodson Bay Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Athlone-Hotels-Hodson-Bay-Hotel.h2197837.Hotel-Information) > > [Ballyseede Castle](https://www.expedia.ca/Tralee-Hotels-Ballyseede-Castle.h525340.Hotel-Information) > > [Carlton Hotel Dublin Airport Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Dublin-Hotels-Carlton-Hotel-Dublin-Airport-Hotel.h1453052.Hotel-Information) > > [Kilkea Castle](https://www.expedia.ca/Kilkea-Hotels-Kilkea-Castle.h21240683.Hotel-Information) > > [Portmarnock Resort & Jameson Golf Links](https://www.expedia.ca/Dublin-Hotels-Portmarnock-Resort-Jameson-Golf-Links.h445188.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Montreal](https://www.expedia.ca/Montreal-Hotels.d178288.Travel-Guide-Hotels) ### Flights ### Cars