With Slieve League reachable in 2 km, The Rusty Mackerel provides accommodation, a restaurant, a garden, a terrace and a bar. Complimentary WiFi is featured throughout the property. There is a fully equipped private bathroom with shower and a hairdryer. Folk Village Museum is 11 km from the lodge, while Killybegs Maritime and Heritage Centre is 19 km away. Donegal Airport is 71 km from the property.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Free parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
1 bunk bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.2
Facilities
8.5
Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
8.9
Value for money
8.5
Location
9.5
Free WiFi
9.0
High score for Teelin

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Rory
    Ireland Ireland
    Everything, just a great place to go for a night away
  • Alan
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    I have been coming to County Donegal for many years and this is the first time I stayed here. A great bar with lovely food and service. Everyone so friendly as were the locals.
  • Tina
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The cosy vibe, friendly staff and lovely accommodation.
  • Deborah
    Ireland Ireland
    Friendly staff, great live music, beautiful food, cosy place,
  • Olivia
    Ireland Ireland
    The bar had music that night and there was a great buzz, also the barman was excellent 👌
  • Hester
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The place was clean and the beds were comfortable The bathroom was a bit small. Beautiful place view of the mountains was lovely
  • Emmet
    Ireland Ireland
    Price was adjusted as was not able to attend breakfast due to attendance of a course. This was voluntary at suggestion of staff at time of payment.
  • Doyle
    Ireland Ireland
    Fantastic food, staff really lovely. Rooms very comfortable and had everything we needed
  • Derrick
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The location was excellent, the staff were very friendly and helpful and it great to be able to take our dog who was made very welcome by everyone
  • Emma
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Loved the beautiful set up and homely vibes. It was all so close, yet the bedroom felt like such as escape from the pub / restaurant

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      Irish • Seafood • Local • European
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Facilities of The Rusty Mackerel
Great facilities! Review score, 8.5

Most popular facilities

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

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun terrace
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Children's high chair
  • Cleaning products
  • Electric kettle

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack

Pets
Pets are allowed. No extra charges.

Activities

  • Live sport events (broadcast)
  • Live music/performance
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Evening entertainment
  • Nightclub/DJ

Food & Drink

  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruits
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker

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

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

  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking

Services

  • Packed lunches

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access

General

  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Heating
  • Soundproofing
  • Private entrance
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron

Accessibility

  • Lower bathroom sink
  • Higher level toilet
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Entire unit located on ground floor

Languages spoken

  • English

House rules
The Rusty Mackerel takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 16:00 to 22:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Check-out
From 08:30 to 11:00
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

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.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Free!Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
Accepted payment methods
American ExpressVisaMastercardCash

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

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

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.

Legal information

This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

FAQs about The Rusty Mackerel

  • The Rusty Mackerel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Evening entertainment
    • Nightclub/DJ
    • Live music/performance
    • Walking tours
    • Live sport events (broadcast)
  • The Rusty Mackerel has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant
  • The Rusty Mackerel is 350 yards from the centre of Teelin. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at The Rusty Mackerel 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 Rusty Mackerel include:

    • Double
    • Triple
  • Yes, The Rusty Mackerel is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Check-in at The Rusty Mackerel is from 16:00, and check-out is until 11:00.