Hotel Breaks in Donegal
Golden Year Breaks in Donegal
Treat yourself to two or more nights at the Inishowen Gateway Hotel on our Golden Year breaks. We offer special rates midweek and the weekend for our regular and new guests. Our Donegal Hotel is a perfect base to explore Buncrana and Inishowen with Derry City only a short 20 minute drive.
Golden Year breaks allow you the freedom to explore the Inishowen Peninsula at ease with your breafkast and evening meal package included. Why not take in the local beaches, walking routes, Donegal golf courses or relax and unwind in our Donegal Leisure Centre with swimming pool, jacuzzi and sauna.
Buncrana Town is only a short stroll from our Hotel and offers a wide selection of shops and cafe to browse.
Golfing breaks in Donegal are very popular with amazing golf courses to choose from including Buncrana Golf Club and Northwest Golf Club right on our doorstep. Ballyliffin Golf Course is only a 20 minute drive from the Hotel. Greencastle Golf Course, Rosapenna and Portsalon Golf Course are all within one hours drive of the hotel (accessable by Ferry).
A number of walking routes are available from the hotel and you can download our local Donegal Walking Guide here.
Discover Inishowen's Beach Trail here, that are within walking distance from the hotel.
You can view Inishowen's Heritage Trail here and discover the many fascinating historical monuments dotted around the Peninsula.
Or why not take in the local Inishowen Arts & Crafts Trail to purchase a keepsake of your time spent in Inishowen. With so much to take in and discover you might need to stay that extra night.
Local attractions include Fort Dunree, Doagh Famine Village, An Grianan Aileach and much more. You can view more on our local Donegal attractions here.
We have a number of seaview rooms and should you wish to avail of the stunning view across Lough Swilly then please contact us directly to add this to your booking. A fee applies to secure a seaview room during your stay.
Golden Year breaks at the Inishowen Gateway Hotel start from only €125pps.
Turkey 'n' Tinsel Package 2021
For a Christmas themed hotel break our Turkey 'n' Tinsel package includes everything you will need to enjoy a relaxing break this festive Season. Our Christmas package with entertaiment included will go ahead as long as restrictions allow for this year. Our breaks are a fantastic way to meet new people, socialise in a festive atmosphere and enjoy the run up to Christmas for a great value price per person. With so much to see and do around the town of Buncrana, Inishowen and further around Donegal, guests can plan an action packed week or relax in the hotels surroundings with complimentary golf available on the golf course.
Buncrana town offers a selection of shops, cafes and bistros to enjoy whilst the many beaches and walking trails are available also.
Our package includes:
- Welcome arrival with Mulled wine and mince pies followed by Christmas Eve buffet dinner,
- Christmas day follows with a late brunch and Christmas dinner at night with all the trimmings,
- New Year’s Eve follows with a gala night starting with Champagne reception and festive evening meal.
- Entertainment included each night (permitting entertainment is allowed with Covid restrictions)
- Complimentary Seaview room*
- Use of hotel Leisure centre with swimming pool
