The Great Northern Hotel

–Excellent location - show map
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Scored 7.6
Rated good

Property highlights

About this property

This 4-star hotel is set in 130 acres of parkland in the popular tourist town of Bundoran. Overlooking Donegal Bay, it has a golf course, a leisure club, a restaurant and 2 bars. The Great Northern Hotel is on an 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 public areas. All rooms are equipped with a TV, telephone and private bathroom. Many rooms also boast 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 à la carte menus. The surrounding parkland and coastline are perfect for fishing, hiking, and surfing. The beach is less than 300 metres away whilst the centre of Bundoran is a 10-minute walk from the hotel.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • 2 swimming pools
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Fitness centre
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • 2 restaurants
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Beachfront
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

  • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

  • Top pick by families with children

Breakfast info

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

  • Free private parking available at the hotel

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Guests who stayed here loved

Rod
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Very spacious room with great view. Excellent breakfast.”
Shauna
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“We had a great time when staying here . We stay 3 times a year and we always love coming back”
Mary
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The Great Northern hotel, is a great place to stay, fantastic location, staff are really lovely & fantastic value for money.”
Tracey
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Lovely hotel in great location. Nicely furnished and nice atmosphere. Great breakfast and bar food was lovely”
Angela
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Location, Beautiful Food in restaurant, breakfast in the morning. Very Friendly and helpful staff .”
Mary
Ireland Ireland
“My only gripe room too expensive 240 euro for 1 person first rhe night.”
Louise
Ireland Ireland
“Absolutely beautiful loved it will be back staff and food were exceptional xxx”
Mccann
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Pool facilities and gym were amazing 👏 Jacuzzi wasn't working 😕”
Kevin
Ireland Ireland
“It was right beside the golf course where we were playing. The staff were so welcoming and couldn't do enough for us.”
Caroline
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Love this hotel, stayed a few times. All the staff so friendly and helpful. Hotel altogether, so clean cosy and beautiful!! The room was so big and airy,beautiful decor, very clean and beds amazing! Breakfast was plentiful and delicious....we look...”

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

2 restaurants on site
Tir Chonaill
  • Cuisine
    Irish
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly • Traditional • Romantic
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
Grill Bar
  • Cuisine
    American • Irish
  • Open for
    Brunch • Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly • Traditional • Romantic
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Facilities of The Great Northern Hotel

Most popular facilities

  • 2 swimming pools
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Fitness centre
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • 2 restaurants
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Beachfront
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

House rules

The Great Northern Hotel takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 16:00 to 22:00
Check-out
From 07:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

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

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

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