The Great Northern Hotel

–Excellent location – show map
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Scored 7.7
Rated good

This 4-star hotel is surrounded by 130 acres of parkland in the popular tourist town of Bundoran. Overlooking Donegal Bay, it has a golf course, a recreation center, a restaurant and 2 bars. The Great Northern Hotel is on a historic and challenging 18-hole championship golf course. The on-site leisure club has a modern gym, indoor pool, sauna, steam room and hot tub. Wi-Fi is available in all public areas. All rooms have a TV, telephone and private bathroom. Many rooms also feature views of the coast or golf course. Guests can dine with views of the golf course in Tir Connaill Restaurant. The relaxed Bistro Bar and Atlantic Bar are both open throughout the day and serve varied menus. The surrounding parkland and coastline are perfect for fishing, hiking, and surfing. The beach is less than 320 yards away and the center of Bundoran is a 10-minute walk from the hotel.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

  • 2 swimming pools
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Beachfront
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Fitness center
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • 2 restaurants
  • Bar

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

Breakfast Info

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

  • Free private parking available at the hotel

Availability

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Guest reviews

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Catherine
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The young staff, particularly those in the breakfast room and the evening restaurant, were exceptional. Location was excellent. Room and bathroom were spotless and adequate. Breakfast was good.”
Declan
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Beautiful hotel. Lovely comfortable room. Breakfast was excellent. Will be back soon.”
James
United States United States
“Breakfast was plentiful and delicious. Very nice dining room and view.”
Gilpin
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Breakfast has a good choice and very tasty, dinner could have had more on menu as it only has pub meals and only a few to choose from for a lovely hotel. the room was very clean and plenty of room and every thing you need was there the bathroom...”
Donald
United States United States
“Wonderful hotel right on the coast next to Bundoran Golf course. Coastal walk next to hotel.”
Parker
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Breakfast very good and staff fantastic. It's a large hotel with an attached conference centre so not romantic but a great place to stay overnight. It has a pool and sauna although the steam room was out of order. Rooms are large and very clean....”
Kenneth
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Another enjoyable stay at this Hotel albeit for just one night this time. Driving up from Galway to Derry/Londonderry we decided to stop over here. As in previous stay the staff are very friendly and helpful. We had an excellent Dinner and plenty...”
Martina
Ireland Ireland
“Room spotlessly clean. Beautiful choice for breakfast. Lovely staff. Will be returning to this hotel”
Marks
Ireland Ireland
“Fantastic location, comfortable room, excellent breakfast. Very clean, great interior. Check in and out was lighting quick. Very very happy!”
Kathleen
United States United States
“The great Northern hotel has something for just about everyone just within walking distance you’ve cut surfing golfing, possibilities of seeing them northern lights and playgrounds for the kids.”

Hotel area info

Restaurants

2 Restaurants On Site
Tir Chonaill
  • Cuisine
    Irish
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly • Traditional • Romantic
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
Grill Bar
  • Cuisine
    American • Irish
  • Open for
    Brunch • Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly • Traditional • Romantic
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of The Great Northern Hotel

Great facilities! Review score, 8

Most popular amenities

  • 2 swimming pools
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Beachfront
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Fitness center
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • 2 restaurants
  • Bar

House rules

The Great Northern Hotel takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Check-out
From 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 13 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free

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There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

When booking for 14 people or more, different policies and additional supplements will apply. Payment may be taken any time after booking.

FAQs about The Great Northern Hotel