Just 3 minutes' walk from the beach in Buncrana, The Harbour Inn sits on a hillside overlooking the sandy beaches of Lough Swilly. The Harbour offers spacious bedrooms with private bathrooms, breakfasts freshly cooked on request, and free parking. The rooms at the Harbour Inn all feature a TV, hairdryer, and tea/coffee making facilities. The Harbour Bar serves a bistro-style menu using fine local produce. There are 4 large plasma-screen TVs showing live sports and there is live music every Saturday night. Free Wi-Fi is available in public areas of the hotel. Buncrana town centre has a good selection of shops, bars and restaurants. There is plenty of stunning countryside walks surrounding the Inn. The Northwest Golf Club is a 5-minute walk from the hotel. The nearest airport is Derry, which is a 25-minute drive away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

Great Food: Meals here are highly recommended

Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Gluten-free, Buffet

Free private parking available at the hotel

Loyal customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 single beds
and
1 double bed
1 single bed
1 double bed
3 single beds
1 double bed
2 single beds
2 double beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.5
Facilities
9.1
Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.4
Value for money
9.1
Location
9.2
Free WiFi
8.9

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Jason
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Breakfast was beautiful and it was in a lovely room.
  • Emma
    Ireland Ireland
    Lovely staff, room was clean and comfortable. The food In the restaurant was delicious too!
  • Valerie
    Ireland Ireland
    We stayed only for one night. We ate in the restaurant and the food was lovely. The atmosphere was friendly and welcoming. The rooms were very comfortable and cosy. The staff were very welcoming. Didn't get to explore the locality much as time was...
  • Louise
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    This is my second time staying at this hotel. It was very clean and the room was excellent. Very spacious room with large walk-in wardrobe, spacious and perfectly clean bathroom. Double bed and 2 singles for my mum, son and me. Really could not...
  • Maeveen
    Ireland Ireland
    The staff were excellent, extremely friendly and so helpful. All rooms were spacious and clean, myself and my family stayed here for 2 nights, 4 rooms for 10 people. The food in the restaurant is superb. The location is fantastic and the price...
  • Ann
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The atmosphere, friendly staff and comfortable surroundings. Entertainment was enjoyable&nice glass of bubbly to bring in the new year
  • Ciaran
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Incredible food comfy beds cold pints cosy pub, beach and 24 hour shop within 50ft
  • Robert
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Cooked Breakfast was very good. Staff in the restaurant/bar were excellent. Emma behind the bar was exceptional.
  • Nial
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Good location, easy to find. Quiet rooms and friendly staff
  • Leanne
    Ireland Ireland
    I liked how the rooms were outside. It was a great novelty for the kids. The family room we stayed in was huge the kids loved that they had there own room off our room. Probably one of the warmest hotel rooms we have stayed in a long time. The...

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • The Harbour Inn
    • Cuisine
      Irish
    • Open for
      Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Gluten-free

Facilities of The Harbour Inn
Great facilities! Review score, 9.1

Most popular facilities

  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Beachfront
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront

Kitchen

  • Electric kettle

Room Amenities

  • Clothes rack

Activities

  • Live sport events (broadcast)
  • Live music/performance
  • Beach
  • Horse riding
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
  • Canoeing
    Off-site
  • Fishing
    Off-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge

Living Area

  • Seating Area
  • Desk

Media & Technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Telephone
  • TV

Food & Drink

  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Accessible parking

Reception services

  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Luggage storage
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk

Cleaning services

  • Daily housekeeping

Business facilities

  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box

General

  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Wake-up service
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron

Accessibility

  • Emergency cord in bathroom
  • Lower bathroom sink
  • Higher level toilet
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Languages spoken

  • English

House rules
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Check-in
From 14:00 to 21:30
Check-out
From 08:00 to 12:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that all prices are charged in Euros and different exchange rates may apply.

We can charge cards in some other currencies however the rate will be converted on the day of payment and is out of our control.

Dinner and Breakfast is advised to be booked in advance of arrival to the hotel.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

FAQs about The Harbour Inn

  • The prices at The Harbour Inn may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Room options at The Harbour Inn include:

    • Family
    • Single
    • Double
    • Triple
    • Twin
  • The nearest beach is just 100 yards from The Harbour Inn. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The Harbour Inn is 1.4 miles from the centre of Buncrana. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Guests staying at The Harbour Inn can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.9).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian
    • Gluten-free
    • Buffet
  • Check-in at The Harbour Inn is from 14:00, and check-out is until 12:00.

  • The Harbour Inn offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Beachfront
    • Horse riding
    • Live sport events (broadcast)
    • Live music/performance
    • Beach
  • The Harbour Inn has 1 restaurant:

    • The Harbour Inn