Shandon Hotel & Spa

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Scored 8.6
Rated excellent

Refurbished in 2016, the Shandon Hotel & Spa is located in the small village of Dunfanaghy and offers a wonderful views of the Sheephaven Bay and a luxury spa. All the rooms, the bar, the swimming pool, the relaxation room and the outdoor Canadian hot tub overlook the nearby bay, hills and countryside. The bright and airy bedrooms each have a cozy seating area and some have sea views. All rooms feature a TV, tea/coffee facilities and a private modern bathroom with a hairdryer and free toiletries. Hotel guests have free use of the leisure center which features a swimming pool, sauna, steam room, spa bath & gym. Discounted access to the luxury thermal spa is available to hotel residents. The spa is housed in a separate building to the hotel. The restaurant at Shandon Hotel & Spa serves an international menu in elegant surroundings. Shandon Bar has open fires, free WiFi and a sun terrace, and hosts live music nights. Shandon Hotel & Spa is just 3.5 miles from the beautiful Ards Forest Park. Free on-site parking is available, and Sheephaven Bay Beach is just a short walk away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Free Wifi
  • Spa and wellness center
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Fitness center
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Free parking
  • Beachfront
  • Bar

Property highlights

  • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

  • 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

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See what guests loved the most:

Verena
Ireland Ireland
“Beautiful location, fantastic views, comfortable beds. Ample parking in a lot outside lot down some stairs in front of the hotel, you can unload/load in front of the hotel then go to the parking lot. The nearby beach is lovely.”
Shane
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Good food in restaurant/bar and great location, particularly nearby beach”
Diana
United States United States
“what can you not love or like about this property? It was absolutely beautiful. The staff was extremely friendly. Our room was magnificent very comfortable and the view was beautiful. Getting to look out at the countryside and seeing the Atlantic...”
Dichelle
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The hotel staff were welcoming and helpful. The manageress put a card & cupcakes in our room as it was a special occasion. That was a lovely touch. The view from the hotel was stunning. The room was spacious with adequate furniture. The bathroom...”
Michaela
Ireland Ireland
“Very big and clean rooms staff were lovely and very helpful”
Tk
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The Shandon is our go to winter retreat. This was the first time we have stayed during the summer and we were impressed to see the hotel investing in the young people of the area. The young waiting staff were extremely professional and friendly.”
Mary
Australia Australia
“View from the rooms was beautiful. They had entertainment in the bar downstairs that my mum liked. The breakfast in the morning was great.”
Jackie
Ireland Ireland
“The food was absolutely amazing and the service was great Very friendly staff We had a great nite The view from the bedroom was fantastic”
Caroline
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“We stayed her for my mother's 80th birthday and we would highly recommend it. Very relaxing and view was beautiful . Food was gorgeous. Will be back.”
Ray
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Very clean in all areas and the staff were really friendly and helpful!”

Hotel area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Restaurant #1

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Amenities of Shandon Hotel & Spa

Great facilities! Review score, 8.8

Most popular amenities

  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Free Wifi
  • Spa and wellness center
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Fitness center
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Free parking
  • Beachfront
  • Bar

House rules

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From 4:00 PM
Check-out
From 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 14 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 1 years
Crib upon request
Free
2 years old
Crib upon request
Free
Extra bed upon request
€ 25 per child, per night
3+ years
Extra bed upon request
€ 25 per person, per night

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Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that the spa is for guests aged 18 years or over.

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