Ireland Northwest and Lakelands
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The Abbey Hotel Donegal
It’s lovely hotel and very helpful staff, no main hotel parking but pay and display parking around canal and around town. Very quiet we really enjoy our stay.
Reviewed on Apr 23, 2026
Riverside Hotel
Clean room
Reviewed on Apr 29, 2026
Cabra Castle Hotel
Everything was exceptional. Absolutely a special experience.
Reviewed on Apr 26, 2026
The Courtyard Apartments
Great location and underground parking was so handy. Wasn't overly busy for a packed weekend.
Reviewed on Mar 17, 2026
Unique beachfront cottage at Fintra Bay Donegal
Before booking there are a couple of things folks need to be aware of. The driveway up to the place is terrible. Its a 0.5 mile sand track and is full off deep holes 3 mph max. Its not the cleanest place with spiders webs and mould (they charge 70 for cleaning) dont know why.On the plus side. Youre ...
Reviewed on Aug 30, 2025
St Angela’s Lakeside Aparthotel
Bit of a trek from car park to the rooms, even using the lift need to carry luggage or groceries up stairs. Room doors are very heavy and 7 year old couldn't open them himself. Otherwise accommodation was comfortable and clean, with spectacular views.
Reviewed on Sep 8, 2025
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Popular places to visit
Glenveagh National Park
Blanketed in forests, mountains, woodland and water meadows, Glenveagh National Park is one of the primary attractions in County Donegal. The park is particularly popular with hikers, owing to its combination of untamed natural beauty, challenging trails and sculpted gardens – the latter of which are part of the 19th century Glenveagh Castle. The park covers an impressive 66 square miles of countryside.
Donegal Castle
You can find out about the history of Donegal with a visit to Donegal Castle. Check out the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.
Mount Errigal
The tallest of the Seven Sisters in County Donegal, Mount Errigal is part of the larger Derryveagh Mountain Range and is considered to be one of the most iconic mountains in Ireland. Situated in the remote north-west of Ireland, Mount Errigal lies in the country’s most sparsely populated region, making this an exquisite place to escape.
Strandhill Beach
Surf the legendary breaks or stroll along the sandy beach bordering the western flank of Knocknarea on the Cúil Irra peninsula.
Knocknarea
This distinctive flat-topped hill and its mysterious summit cairn have been prominent landmarks in County Sligo’s folklore and culture for millennia.
Sligo Abbey
Discover centuries of history as you walk the medieval corridors of this ruined abbey and see stone tomb carvings, a preserved cloister and a high altar.
