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Slieve Donard

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel with 3 restaurants and full-service spa

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Slieve Donard offers ocean views, a breakfast buffet, and a garden setting. Enjoy rejuvenating spa treatments, on-site fitness classes, and beach yoga. Two pools, in-room WiFi, and a lobby fireplace complete the experience, consistently praised by guests.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
The current price is ฿6,821
฿8,186 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec

Room options

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Showing 13 of 13 rooms

View all photos for Superior Suite, 1 King Bed (Slieve King Suite)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed (Slieve King Suite)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Shower/bath combination
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible (Accessible Room)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible (Accessible Room)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed (Slieve Double)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed (Slieve Double)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds (Slieve Double Double)

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds (Slieve Double Double) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds (Slieve Double Double)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Shower/bath combination
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Slieve King or Twin)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Slieve King or Twin)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Shower/bath combination
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Sea View (Slieve Deluxe Sea View King or Twin)

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Sea View (Slieve Deluxe Sea View King or Twin) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Sea View (Slieve Deluxe Sea View King or Twin)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Shower/bath combination
  • 27 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed (Resort Sea View King or Twin)

Superior Room, 1 King Bed (Resort Sea View King or Twin) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Room, 1 King Bed (Resort Sea View King or Twin)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Shower/bath combination
  • 28 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Suite, 1 King Bed, Sea View (Slieve Sea View Junior Suite)

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed, Sea View (Slieve Sea View Junior Suite) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed, Sea View (Slieve Sea View Junior Suite)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Shower/bath combination
  • 32 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed (Slieve Junior Suite)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Suite, 1 King Bed (Slieve Junior Suite)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Shower/bath combination
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Suite, 1 King Bed, Sea View (Slieve Sea View King Suite)

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed, Sea View (Slieve Sea View King Suite) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed, Sea View (Slieve Sea View King Suite)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Shower/bath combination
  • 40 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed (Resort King or Twin)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Room, 1 King Bed (Resort King or Twin)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Shower/bath combination
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Slieve Deluxe King or Twin)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Slieve Deluxe King or Twin)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Shower/bath combination
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Sea View (Slieve Sea View King or Twin)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Sea View (Slieve Sea View King or Twin)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Shower/bath combination
  • 25 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Map
Downs Road, Newcastle, Northern Ireland, BT33 0AH

What's nearby

  • Newcastle Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Tollymore Forest Park - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • La Belle Femme Nail Bar & Beauty Lounge - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Murlough National Nature Reserve - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Royal County Down Golf Course - 5 min drive - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Belfast (BHD-George Best Belfast City) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Niki's Kitchen Cafe - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Quinns Bar - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Villa Vinci - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Hugh McCann's - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Slieve Donard

Luxury hotel by the sea
At Slieve Donard, you can look forward to a free breakfast buffet, a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services. Treat yourself to a massage, Ayurvedic treatments or a body scrub at the on-site spa. At the 3 on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, light fare and local cuisine. Fitness classes are offered at the health club; other things to do include beach yoga. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a fireplace in reception and a bar.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An indoor pool, along with sunloungers
  • Free self-parking
  • Luggage storage, coffee/tea in reception and a banquet hall
  • A porter/bellboy, concierge services and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the breakfast and helpful staff
Room features
All 180 individually furnished rooms include perks such as 24-hour room service and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as amenities such as late-night room service and free WiFi.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and shower/bath combinations
  • 50-inch Smart TVs with digital channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, coffee/tea makers and heating

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Tourism Programme – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends
  • 3 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining

Restaurants on site

  • Afternoon tea
  • J.J. Farrall's
  • Lighthouse Lounge
  • The Percy French Inn
  • The Wolf

Things to do

  • Beach yoga
  • Fitness classes
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 11 meeting rooms
  • 14,246 square feet of conference space

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • Pool loungers

Full-service spa

  • 3 treatment rooms
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Ceiling hoist
  • Lift (91 centimetre wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (76 centimetre high)

More

  • 4 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 40.00

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 35 per accommodation, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 50 per night.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: GBP 35 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 40.00 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 50 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash

We should mention

Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:30 PM
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Donard
Donard Slieve
Slieve Donard
Slieve Donard Newcastle
Slieve Donard Resort
Slieve Donard Resort Newcastle
Donard Hotel Newcastle Slieve
Donard Hotel Slieve
Slieve Donard Hotel Newcastle
Slieve Donard Resort And Spa Newcastle, Northern Ireland
Slieve Donard Resort And Spa Newcastle Northern Ireland
Slieve Donard Resort Spa

Frequently asked questions

Does Slieve Donard have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 8:00 AM to 8:30 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Slieve Donard?

As of 3 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Slieve Donard on 1 Dec 2025 start from ฿6,821.35, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Slieve Donard pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 35 per accommodation, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Slieve Donard?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Slieve Donard?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Slieve Donard?

Checkout is at 11 AM. Late checkout is available for GBP 40.00 (subject to availability).

Where is Slieve Donard located?

Situated on the boardwalk, this luxury hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Royal County Down Golf Course, Newcastle Beach, and Tollymore National Outdoor Centre. Tollymore Forest Park and Murlough National Nature Reserve are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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Slieve Donard Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 663 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 194 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 81 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 45 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 27 out of 1010 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kristy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I chose this spot for its proximity to Slieve Donard, it was so close.. way closer than I expected. I loved the location and how it’s nestled off to the side but still in town so you can walk. You are right on the water and there are paths everywhere to get you where you want to go.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous hotel in a wonderful location. Excellent facilities and top drawer staff. Can't wait to go back!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was right next to the golf course. It had a great bar. It was convenient to the town. My room was spectacular.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Place is great!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Belinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely location

Amazing hotel and location. Clean comfortable and close to beach and walking distance to town
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are brilliant very clean breakfast was out standing
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aster Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing stay!

Stayed here for business trip for 2 weeks, staff were very friendly, courteous and accommodating! Rome are cleaned everyday and always smelling fresh and comfortable to sleep. Will be back again at SD hotel…thank you for a wonderful and comfortable experience!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved this place!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Room comfort
We had a really lovely stay however I had been with my husband bedore
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Orla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location and wonderful hotel. The spa is amazing.

10/10 Excellent

Barbel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful room and hotel with all amenities close to town, friendly staff,
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fiona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fabulous setting Wonderful hotel Hospitality is 10/10
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff were amazing, very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This is at least our 40th time at the SlieveDonald over the last 30 years and our stay was excellent. Beautiful spa room and a lovely meal on Sunday night at Percy French restaurant and a lovely spa treatment for my wife. Will certainly be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect family Christmas hotel

We stay in the Slieve Donard each Christmas with our children and always have the best time with the best service. Everything is spotless and nothing is ever too much trouble. Always grateful for our little slice of heaven this time of year
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Had a great stay. Overall very good. Some things could do with being updated.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff great went above and beyond for my wife and I to have a great time.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Winifred

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great time

Excellent friendly staff. Very good facilities and breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic overnight stay. Stunning hotel. Breakfast and spa facilities excellent. Dog friendly hotel too, which meant a lot to us. Would definately recommend and would certainly intend to return.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Chill time

Fantastic Room amazing with sea view and spa was brilliant Breakfast is awesome
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aster Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing and staff are very nice kind and fantastic! Very guest oriented and extremely friendly and helpful! Will be coming back soon! Aster
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pat

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Best view in a hotel room ….. breathtaking
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent stay

Excellent, comfortable, pillows 10/10. Only downside not staying longer.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Overall a good experience. Minor issues of no soap or moisturiser in bathroom. Breakfast was disappointing as poached eggs were finished and weren’t refilled until after I had eaten the rest of my cooked meal.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

David and barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have been before it was refurbished a year ago to the style it would have been when it was built was beautiful there is nothing bad i can say about it just excellent
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024