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City Hotel Derry

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A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent sign at the top. - City Hotel Derry (Londonderry)
A swimming pool with clear lane markings, a metal pool ladder, and a blue wall with a clock and signs. - City Hotel Derry (Londonderry)
A rooftop terrace with wooden seating, round tables, and umbrellas overlooking a river. - City Hotel Derry (Londonderry)
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with a view. - City Hotel Derry (Londonderry)
A restaurant with red upholstered seating, a patterned ceiling, and large windows offering a view of a cityscape. - City Hotel Derry (Londonderry)
Located close to Derry City Walls, City Hotel Derry provides a coffee shop/cafe, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a bar. For some rest and relaxation, visit the steam room. The on-site restaurant, Thompsons, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and kids' meals. In addition to a gym and a conference center, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Restaurant
  • Parking available
  • Business services

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Room options

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with a view.

Family Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a bottle and glasses, a tray with towels and fruit, and a view of the city through the window.

Junior Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a TV, two chairs, a small table, and a window with curtains.

Superior Room, 1 Double Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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A neatly made bed with patterned pillows, two bedside lamps, and a framed picture above the bed.

Executive Junior Suite Penthouse

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with a view.

Family Room (Double & Single)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, two pillows, a headboard with a picture, bedside lamps, and a nightstand.

Executive Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a bathroom with a toilet and sink.

Standard Double Room, Accessible Bathtub

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, a telephone, and a painting on the wall.

Standard Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(40 reviews)
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a window with a view.

Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE SUPERIOR WITH DOUBLE BED

  • Sleeps 4

DOUBLE DELUXE KING BED

  • Sleeps 4

DOUBLE EXECUTIVE

  • Sleeps 4

About the neighborhood

Located in Londonderry, City Hotel Derry is in the city center and on the waterfront. Ness Country Park and Sperrins reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include The Two Bridges Walk and Brooke Park Leisure Centre. City Panoramas: Creggan and Templemore Sports Complex are also worth visiting. Practice your golf swing with lessons and a golf course nearby, or enjoy other activities in the great outdoors, such as skydiving and hiking/biking trails in the area. Visit our Londonderry travel guide
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Queens Quay, Derry, Londonderry, Northern Ireland, BT487AS

What's nearby

  • A historic building with a clock tower and a bridge.
    Guildhall
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • A corridor with a wall covered in historical posters and signs, a fire exit sign, and a wooden structure resembling a chair.
    Museum of Free Derry and Bloody Sunday Memorial
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • A large indoor auditorium with blue seats, wooden railings, and a stage area.
    Millennium Forum
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • A modern bridge with illuminated lights at dusk over a calm river, reflecting the structure.
    Peace Bridge
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • A historic stone building with arched windows and a tower.
    Derry City Walls
    9 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Londonderry Station
    15 min walk
  • Donegal (CFN)
    109 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Blackbird
    6 min walk
  • The Guildhall Taphouse
    2 min walk
  • Mandarin Palace
    3 min walk
  • Pyke 'N' Pommes Strand Road
    3 min walk
  • Browns In Town
    3 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Offsite parking available (GBP 14 per day); discounts available
  • Secured self parking on site (GBP 14 per day)
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Coppins Bar
  • Thompsons

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

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

Guest services

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

Business services

  • Conference center (3,842 square feet of space)
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • On a river
  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Assistive listening devices in meeting rooms
  • Elevator (91 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Raised toilet seat (20 inches high)
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 7 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately GBP 15.00 per person
  • Secured self parking fee: GBP 14.00 per day
  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 14.00 per day (5 ft away)

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
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Outside food is not permitted on the premises.

We should mention

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
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
Parking height restrictions apply

Property class

This property has received its official star rating from Tourism NI.

Frequently asked questions

Does City Hotel Derry have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and a children's pool.

Is City Hotel Derry pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for GBP 14.00 per day. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at City Hotel Derry?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at City Hotel Derry?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is City Hotel Derry located?

Located in the heart of Londonderry, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Guildhall and Derry City Walls. Peace Bridge and Derry Visitor and Convention Bureau are also within 5 minutes. Londonderry Station is 15 minutes by foot.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

City Hotel Derry Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.6

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 480 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 282 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 148 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 56 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 35 out of 1001 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My absolute favorite on my 8 day solo trip. Great location, amazing staff, and had a good entertainer. Highly recommend the Penthouse. Was the nicest room I've ever stayed in.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

James

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
We had a great time, the staff were fabulous. Thankfully it is getting a revamp, it is very very tired looking and a bit grubby but I’m sure it will be ‘pure class’ when it’s done.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Aodhan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, lovely staff. Very accommodating for young children too.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Brilliant town Derry friendly people Good 👍
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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6/10 Okay

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent location hotel was clean but it is in need of refurbishment. Just tired and dated a bit. Breakfast was ok not the best I've had but was ok. Couldn't fault the staff or the cleanliness. With regards to value for money prob paid a bit more than it's worth
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

soul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome Nice location Clean and good ambience
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location to see the city. Staff was exceptionally friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Carla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
A great stay overall, staff very friendly and helpful, ease when checking in and out with lots of helpful suggestions on things to see and do whilst visiting.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Harry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good selection for breakfast
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Arther

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Yes good central hotel would tell anyone to book it as it has a pool in it so nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Moyra

Excellent location staff lovely rooms need a little TLC
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Indrajit

Room was good size and very clean. Staff very helpful. Breakfast was excellent for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Breige

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very friendly and helpful. Great breakfast and replenished right until the end of service. There is refurbishment work going on but minimal disruption. Will definitely be back
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were friendly and room was spacious and we had a great view.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is great. The pool was warm and enjoyable. Slept well because the room had blackouts and comfortable temperature. Shower had great water pressure even on the 5th floor. We would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Geraldine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Hotels is in a lovely location The bath room was not as nice as I stayed in other roomx over the years,and the were very modern ,but in my room this time it was very outdated and bath panel needed replaced and toilet wasn't flushing properly
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Melina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff at front desk!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Spacious, clean and warm rooms. Friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Agnes

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was huge for the 3 of us. Staff very friends and helpful. Definitely would stay again at the city hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Got one of the newly decorated rooms and it was lovely! The staff were very friendly and we had a great stay. Really pleased with the price and the location couldn't have been handier.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

gabrielle

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is pretty run down. However, it’s in a great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Laura

Liked: Staff & service
There’s work going on which to be fair they let you know about. Didn’t really make a difference to our stay. Check in was seamless, waiter and waitress in the restaurant on Saturday evening were lovely and so attentive. Room was clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good stay, good hotel with great facilities and perfect location
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gareth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good location, great selection of breakfast, kind staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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4/10 Poor

Charles

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Got their was hotel work going on only 1 lift working then told car park was extra £14 not great. Double bed tiny. Pool and steam room good.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026