The Harbour Inn - Buncrana

$$$$||View on mapBuncrana, IrelandDerry Road, Buncrana, Ireland|
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The Harbour Inn - Buncrana
Derry Road, Buncrana, Ireland·View on map
$$$$
Overall Score
Perfect
9.0Perfect
Free WiFi9.5
Staff9.5
Cleanliness9.4
Comfort9.4
Location9.2
Who stays here
Couples41%
Families40%
Groups11%
Solo8%

Overview

Overall Score
Perfect
9.0Perfect
Free WiFi9.5
Staff9.5
Cleanliness9.4
Comfort9.4
Location9.2
Who stays here
Couples41%
Families40%
Groups11%
Solo8%

3-minute walk from Buncrana beach, The Harbour Inn Buncrana offers hillside views of Lough Swilly's sandy shores.

Views & Location

The Harbour Inn Buncrana sits on a hillside directly overlooking the sandy beaches of Lough Swilly. The property is a 3-minute walk from Buncrana beach and offers scenic views of the lough from many rooms. The Inn is located a 5-minute walk from The Northwest Golf Club and is a 25-minute drive from Derry Airport.

Accommodation

Rooms at the Harbour Inn include family-sized units with two double beds and walk-in wardrobes. The hotel offers ground-floor wheelchair-accessible rooms fitted with emergency cords, grab rails, and lowered bathroom sinks. Each room has a private bathroom with a heated towel rack and ample bench space.

Dining & Entertainment

The Harbour Bar serves a bistro-style menu that uses fine locally sourced produce, with options like seafood chowder and Sunday roasts. Live music is performed every Saturday night, and the bar has 4 large plasma-screen TVs showing live sports. Breakfast includes a cooked-to-order full Irish made with fresh ingredients alongside a continental selection.

Family & Accessibility

The Harbour Inn Buncrana is a family-friendly hotel with spacious rooms that can accommodate two adults and up to two children. Wheelchair users benefit from accessible ground-floor rooms with emergency cords in the bathroom and raised toilets. Free parking is available on-site with accessible spaces close to the rooms.

Nearby Activities

Guests can walk to Buncrana beach in 3 minutes for swimming or beach walks along Lough Swilly. The Northwest Golf Club is a 5-minute walk from the hotel, and the Inishowen 100 scenic drive starts nearby. Horseback riding, hiking trails, and the town centre with shops and restaurants are all within a short distance.

  • Location: 3-minute walk from Buncrana beach on a hillside overlooking Lough Swilly
  • Rooms: Family rooms with walk-in wardrobes and ground-floor wheelchair-accessible units
  • Dining: Bistro-style menu using locally sourced produce with seasonal offerings
  • Entertainment: Live music performances every Saturday night at the bar
  • Accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible rooms with emergency cords, grab rails, and lowered sinks
  • Ideal for: Families, couples, and outdoor enthusiasts seeking beach, golf, and hiking
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 14:00-21:30
from 07:00-11:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Breakfast
A full breakfast is served at the price of EUR 12.0 per person. 
Children & extra beds
There are no extra beds provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Building
Number of rooms:10
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Rooms and availability

Single Room
  • Room size:

    24 m²

  • Bed options:
    1 Single bed
  • Shower
  • Heating
Triple Room
  • Room size:

    24 m²

  • Bed options:
    3 Single beds
  • Shower
  • Heating
Family Room
  • Room size:

    24 m²

  • Bed options:
    1 Double bed and 2 Single beds
  • Shower
  • Heating
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Free parking
Luggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Welcome drink

Picnic area/ Tables

TV

Flat-screen TV

Kitchen facilities

Electric kettle

Check-in/ Check-out

Express check-in/ -out

VIP check-in/ -out

Sports & Fitness

  • Canoeing
  • Hiking
  • Horseback riding
  • Cycling
  • Golf course
  • Fishing

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Picnic area/ Tables
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Children's menu

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled
  • Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Beach access
  • Live entertainment
  • Leisure/ TV room

Room features

  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Essential information about The Harbour Inn

💵 Lowest room price 92 £
📏 Distance to centre 1.3 km
✈️ Distance to airport 95.5 km
🧳 Nearest airport Donegal, CFN

Location

Derry Road, Buncrana, Ireland
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Derry Road, Buncrana, Ireland
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Derry Road, Buncrana, Ireland
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
Buncrana Beach
70 m
Restaurant
Applegreen
80 m
Restaurant
The Harbour Inn Restaurant
80 m

Reviews of The Harbour Inn

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FAQ about The Harbour Inn

Which popular attractions are located near the 3-star The Harbour Inn hotel?
You can always visit Buncrana Golf Club, placed 3.8 km from the 3-star The Harbour Inn hotel. Another landmark that is worth your while is Buncrana Lighthouse located approximately 20 minutes' walk away.
Can I leave my car in the The Harbour Inn hotel parking lot for free?
Yes, the The Harbour Inn hotel offers guests to park their cars at parking spaces for free.
What are the recommended dining options during the stay at The Harbour Inn hotel?
The Harbour Inn hotel doesn't have on-site restaurants, but guests can dine just outside the property in a highly rated gastropub The Harbour Inn Restaurant-8/10 according to reviews-which offers dishes of Irish cuisine.
Can I eat breakfast at the 3-star The Harbour Inn?
Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the restaurant of the 3-star The Harbour Inn.
What is check-in and check-out time at the inn?
Guests of the inn can check in from 14:00 to 21:30 and check out from 08:00.
What are the booking prices at the hotel?
The prices at the hotel start from $123.
What payment methods are accepted in the The Harbour Inn?
Payment methods in the The Harbour Inn include:
  • сash
  • Mastercard
  • Visa
What kinds of rooms does The Harbour Inn offer?
The Harbour Inn offers such room types as Double Room, Guest Room, and Twin Room.
Which facilities are offered in the rooms of the 3-star The Harbour Inn hotel?
Every room at the 3-star The Harbour Inn hotel includes a flat-screen TV with satellite channels for guests' entertainment.
Is the 3-star The Harbour Inn hotel equipped with amenities for persons with disabilities?
Yes, the 3-star The Harbour Inn hotel provides wheelchair access, rooms with accessible facilities, and accessible bathrooms to improve the experience for the guests with special needs.
Which facilities are provided in the 3-star The Harbour Inn hotel?
Top locations of the 3-star The Harbour Inn hotel include a luggage room and a restaurant, whereas guests' safety will be ensured with 24-hour security and luggage storage.
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