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Slieve Donard

5.0 star property
Elegant beach hotel and indoor pool

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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
  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Room service

Room options

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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
Private bathroom
  • 25 sq m
  • Sea view
  • 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)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 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
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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
Private bathroom
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King 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
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double 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
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sea view
  • 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
Private bathroom
  • 27 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King 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
Private bathroom
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 40 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
Private bathroom
  • 32 sq m
  • 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)

Highlights

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

About the neighborhood

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

What's nearby

  • Newcastle Beach - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Tollymore Forest Park - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • La Belle Femme Nail Bar & Beauty Lounge - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Murlough National Nature Reserve - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Royal County Down Golf Course - 5 min drive - 0.5 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Niki's Kitchen Cafe - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Quinns Bar - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Mrs Colemans Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Hugh McCann's - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Nugelato - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Slieve Donard

Luxury eco-certified 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 facial, a manicure/pedicure, or a massage at the onsite 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 the lobby and a bar.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An indoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • A front-desk safe, an elevator, and a porter/bellhop
  • Tour/ticket assistance, coffee/tea in the lobby, and a banquet hall
  • Guest reviews say great things about the breakfast and helpful staff
Room features
All 180 individually furnished rooms have thoughtful touches such as 24-hour room service and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as amenities like late night room service and free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and shower/tub combinations
  • 50-inch Smart TVs with digital channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, coffee/tea makers, and heating

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Tourism Program, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 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
  • 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
  • Elevator (36 inch 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 elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (30 inches high)

More

  • 4 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • 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 at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets 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

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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 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–8:30 PM.

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?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for GBP 20.00 (subject to availability).

Where is Slieve Donard located?

Situated on the boardwalk/promenade, 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 mi (2 km).

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Reviews

Slieve Donard Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.6

Eco-friendliness

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 654 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 196 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 81 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 44 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 27 out of 1002 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent all round
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 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

8/10 Good

Edel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel and the staff were very friendly and helpful. Breakfast was very good with alot of choice. I would have given 5 stars but we had to ask for essential toiletries ,extra robe and unfortunately there was no acknowledgement of a big birthday celebration ! All in all a lovely couple of nights with family in a beautiful hotel with spectacular scenery by the sea.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 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

James

The pool and the views are just amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous stay, such a lovely location/hotel & very well looked after during our visit
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Morven

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

Fabulous

Absolutely wonderful, terrific service beautiful hotel and spa.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Spectacular setting! Rooms are tired and in need of maintenance /updating
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Very friendly and helpful staff. Bed was a bit small.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachael

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

10/10

Beautiful stay at the Slieve Donnard, would highly recommend to anyone!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Truly an exceptional hotel. I grew up in the area and it has continued its history of providing an experience that excels (locals just call it “The Slieve”). The amenities are fantastic with the spa facilities, snooker room, drawing room for a peaceful morning. Breakfast in the main dining area with views of the Mounre Mountains is an experience itself. We hosted a family dinner in JJ Farrell’s food and service exceptional
View of The Slieve Donald from the grounds
Main reception
Nighttime view from the main drive
JJ Farrell’s restaurant in The Slieve
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Chad a wonderful time here. The food was great, the staff were friendly and help. We had an amazing view of the sea and the mountains. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Olivia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property inside and out - impeccable service, wonderful dining options, and convenient location. 10/10!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

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

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

patricia

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

10/10 Excellent

Katie

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

Perfect stay

Loved it from start to finish, beautiful hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

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

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

Verified traveler

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

Proper 5* experience

Fantastic experience from start to finish. Everything was 5*, couldn't be better
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rev Mervyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We’ve now stayed a few times, however this was the 1st time since the complete refurbishment, absolute wonderful and excellent staff as always!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

julian

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

Hotel stay

Great stay, great hotel, friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

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

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Quality five star hotel with good food and facilities.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

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