Slieve Donard

5.0 star property
Delightful beach hotel with Access to hot tub
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
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Garden
Cocktail bar
Exterior
Lobby
Lobby

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Breakfast included
  • Pool
  • Restaurant
  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Bar
    Bar

Explore the area

Map
Downs Road, Newcastle, Northern Ireland, BT33 0AH
  • Royal County Down Golf Course
    7 min walk
  • Newcastle Beach
    10 min walk
  • Tollymore National Outdoor Centre
    11 min walk
  • Belfast (BHD-George Best Belfast City)
    65 min drive

Room options

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

Highlights

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

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

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Highlights

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

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed (Slieve King Suite)

Highlights

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

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, No View (Slieve Double)

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

Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible (Accessible Room)

Highlights

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

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

Highlights

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

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

Highlights

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

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds (Slieve King or Twin)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds (Slieve Double Double)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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

Highlights

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

Suite, 1 King Bed (Slieve Junior Suite)

Highlights

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

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

Highlights

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

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About the area

Newcastle

A luxury stay in Newcastle awaits you at Slieve Donard. Within just a 15-minute stroll, you'll find Royal County Down Golf Course and Newcastle Beach. Highlights at this beach hotel include 3 restaurants, a full-service spa and an indoor swimming pool. .A day of pampering can include massages, Ayurvedic treatments and mani/pedis along with access to the sauna. The restaurant, J.J. Farrall's, serves local cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The Wolf is the hotel's own cocktail bar, serving drinks along with dinner. Enjoy the gym, Hot tub, sauna and pool loungers. Plus you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. Free buffet breakfast is available on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM and on weekends between 7:00 AM and 10:30 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 20-minute walk of this 5-property class Newcastle hotel include Tollymore Forest Park and La Belle Femme Nail Bar & Beauty Lounge.

What's nearby

  • Royal County Down Golf Course - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Newcastle Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Tollymore Forest Park - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Murlough National Nature Reserve - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Slieve Donard - 18 min drive - 8.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Quinns Bar - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪O'Hares Lounge Bars - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪The Strand - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Chaplin's Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Shimna Diner - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Slieve Donard

Delightful beach hotel with Access to hot tub
Slieve Donard offers its guests a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and a health club. There are 3 restaurants on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Event space at this hotel measures 14246 square feet (1323 square metres) and includes conference space. A hot tub, a sauna, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the luxury Slieve Donard. Free self parking is available.

This 5-star Newcastle hotel is smoke free.

  • 180 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 3 dining venues
  • Conference rooms
  • 14246 sq ft of conference space
  • 1323 sq. m of conference space
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Conference space
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Garden
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
Slieve Donard offers 180 accommodations with espresso makers and a safe. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. 50-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, dressing gowns, slippers and designer toiletries. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Guests can pamper themselves with a trip to the on-site spa, which has 3 treatment rooms. Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs and body treatments. The spa is equipped with a sauna. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including Ayurvedic. The spa is open daily.

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.

Languages

English

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

Family friendly

  • Free cot
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

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
  • Free cot
  • 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 20.00

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 35 per accommodation, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 30 per day.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: GBP 35 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 20.00 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 30 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, debit cards and cash.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:30 PM
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your 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

What is the cancellation policy at Slieve Donard?

Slieve Donard offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Slieve Donard?

As of 24 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Slieve Donard on 9 Dec 2024 start from NZ$458.59, including 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 parking available at Slieve Donard?

Yep, Slieve Donard has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Slieve Donard?

Yep, Slieve Donard is a short 10-minute walk from Newcastle Beach. Fun beach activities include yoga.

Is there a spa on site at Slieve Donard?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at Slieve Donard. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body wraps, body scrubs and facials.

Does Slieve Donard have a pool?

Slieve Donard has an indoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger. The pool is open 8:00 AM to 8:30 PM.

What luxury perks are available at Slieve Donard?

Slieve Donard features a full-service spa, a health club and an indoor pool. All guestrooms come with 24-hour room service and espresso makers.

Is Slieve Donard family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and an indoor pool, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Slieve Donard is a hit with families.

Does Slieve Donard serve breakfast?

You bet, visitors are hooked on the free buffet breakfast here! Offered on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM and weekends from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM, this is the place to fuel up for a big day full of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Slieve Donard?

No, Slieve Donard does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Slieve Donard?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and 3 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Slieve Donard?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Slieve Donard?

Dogs are welcome at Slieve Donard, with food and water bowls on offer.

Is there a golf course on site at Slieve Donard?

There isn't one on site, but Royal County Down Golf Course is a short 7-minute walk away.

Slieve Donard Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 668 out of 1011 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 209 out of 1011 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 74 out of 1011 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 39 out of 1011 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 1011 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Decent hotel but not 5 star. Breakfast is a low 3 star, facilities a good 4. Staff are amazing, however very over worked at breakfast. My room cost nearly £400 and I'll not be returning again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

patricia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely location had a great time
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniella

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Grainne

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We had been upgraded to a suite , dog-friendly hotel was why we chose the property , along with the spa option and family swim. Some problems with the room technology and plumbing but thankfully Mary at reception really listened to our concerns and rectified things at checkout. Thanks, Mary!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Pleasant short break
We stayed 2 nights and this was our first visit since the hotel was renovated. The room we were allocated was 452 and unfortunately with it being at the very top of the hotel it was really noisy during the night when a storm started. We had to move rooms in the middle of the night to get to sleep - the staff were very helpful and accommodated us but we lost a lot of sleep. Breakfast was lovely and a lot calmer than it slides to be! I would suggest that the rooms need more storage for clothes as there are no drawers at all and also the room layout is strange as the TV isn’t portioned where you could watch it from either the seats or the bed. Just small suggestions that would help make it more comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Summer Family Time
Trip was outstanding from the moment we arrived at the Slieve Donard. Staff were very helpful and always on hand with assistance. Spa and swimming pool facilities were state of the art with pool being perfect for toddler. Decor of hotel was one of a kind with our room decor being first class. Bed was excellent however pillows were a little to soft however that’s only minimal in the whole hotel experience.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing Hotel
We had a wonderful stay at the Slieve Donard. Great location, beautiful surrounding atmosphere with the mountains of Mourne as your view., We encountered the friendliest and most helpful receptionist ever, she was lovely and made a great first impression of the hotel. Amazing staff all round. Everything about the hotel was exceptional. It was clean, stylish, and elegant with excellent service. Food was very good at Breakfast although the hotel was full, plenty of room in the breakfast room. Room 328 was amazing with sea and mountain views from your bed what more could you ask for when on holiday. The Spa was spotless and again the staffs were very attentive, what an experience watching the Sea from the Jacuzzi. We were extremely pleased with our stay. I hope to be back for a longer visit in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good stay but little things could have made it better. No bottled water or kettle with teas or hot chocolate in the room with the little biscuits. Bathroom did not have anywhere to hang towels
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah-Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

charles

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was fine
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Una

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was excellent and restful .
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was jst very very good staff food etc
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leonie

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful Hotel, but make sure you arrive early if you have children as it closes early in the evening
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Tyler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Christine

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay and on site swimming facilities are wonderful for the kids. Only downside to our stay was our bedroom was extremely cold throughout the night with no way to adjust the temperature
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janine

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Ruth

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Service good but condition of room was not 5*
The service was good but overall condition of the room and hallway was not what you would expect for a 5*. We had a coffee stain on corner of TV unit and multiple cobwebs on ceiling. There was also a random bit of masking tape hanging from our curtain. The hallway around the lift needed a good hoover the entire time we were there. The room was dark with a lot of notable paint chips. Breakfast was nice and staff at restaurant and reception were attentive but general condition let the hotel down.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alastair

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Relaxing spa. A lovely place to stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel with wonderful staff. The views were out of this world and so close to town we were never bored. The breakfast is amazing and the beach is so close to hand. An amazing stay with many memories made.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024