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The Strand Hotel

2.0 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near Ballyliffin Golf Course

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Point of interest
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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Breakfast included
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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Ballyliffin, Inishowen, Ballyliffin, County Donegal
  • Ballyliffin Golf Course
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Glenevin Waterfall
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Doagh Famine Village
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Londonderry (LDY-City of Derry)
    ‪58 min drive‬

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Room options

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Double Room | Iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Twin Room | Iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Family Room | Iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Ballyliffin

Located 1.5 mi (2.3 km) from Ballyliffin Golf Course, The Strand Hotel is within a 15-minute drive of other popular attractions like Doagh Famine Village. This 35-room hotel has free breakfast along with conveniences like free in-room WiFi and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Ballyliffin Golf Course - 4 min drive
  • Doagh Famine Village - 11 min drive
  • Carrickbrackey Castle - 15 min drive
  • Malin Head - 28 min drive
  • Five Fingers Strand - 29 min drive

Getting around

  • Londonderry (LDY-City of Derry) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Caffe Banba - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Claire The Baker's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Simpsons Bar - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Lily's Bar and Tea Room - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Nancy's Barn - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Strand Hotel

Hotel with free breakfast, near Ballyliffin Golf Course
At The Strand Hotel, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and a terrace. If you drive, take advantage of free parking. Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with securing valuables, dry cleaning/laundry, and tours or tickets. Other amenities at this golf hotel include wedding services, a fireplace in the lobby, and a gift shop.
Guests can expect free WiFi and TVs with cable channels. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Coffee makers and phones are other standard amenities.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A restaurant
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • The Glashedy

Things to do

  • 36-hole adjacent golf course
  • Art gallery
  • Golf clubhouse
  • Pro golf lessons
  • Pro golf shop
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Free crib
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

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

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:30 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from October 7 2022 to January 1 2024 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • One child 4 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 25.0 per night
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 25.0 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Parties and events are allowed on site
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include window guards
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:30 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Parties and events are allowed on site.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector and window guards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.

National rating

Rating provided by Fáilte Ireland, the National Tourism Development Authority of Ireland, source of official star ratings for accommodation.

Property is also known as

Strand Hotel Inishowen
Strand Inishowen
Strand Hotel Ballyliffin
Strand Ballyliffin
The Strand Hotel Hotel
The Strand Hotel Ballyliffin
The Strand Hotel Hotel Ballyliffin

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at The Strand Hotel?

The Strand Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. If you'd like to learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to see around The Strand Hotel?

This hotel is located in Ballyliffin, close to Ballyliffin Golf Course, Doagh Famine Village, and Five Fingers Strand. Glenevin Waterfall is also within a driving distance of 3.1 mi.

Will I be able to park at The Strand Hotel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Wheelchair-accessible van parking is also available for guests.

Does The Strand Hotel include a casino on the premises?

No, The Strand Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Strand Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is The Strand Hotel good for couples?

There are many amenities for couples at this hotel, including an ocean-view restaurant and proposal/romance packages plus some guestrooms feature Champagne service.

Does The Strand Hotel have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does The Strand Hotel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Strand Hotel serves free full breakfasts at The Glashedy each morning.

Will The Strand Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Strand Hotel though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at The Strand Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to The Strand Hotel?

The closest major airport to The Strand Hotel is Londonderry (LDY-City of Derry), which is about 18.8 mi away. Another top airport is Letterkenny (LTR-Letterkenny Airfield), which is around 25.2 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Strand Hotel?

No, at The Strand Hotel, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Does The Strand Hotel have a wedding venue on site?

There are wedding services available at The Strand Hotel if that's in your vacation plans.

The Strand Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 51 out of 100 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 34 out of 100 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 100 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 100 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 100 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Geraldine

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Helen

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Garry

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maryanne, Barrhead

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
10 min walk to the beach. Easy to find. 15 min drive to small castle ruins. 35 min drive to malin head.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Samuel paul

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful spot guys Donegal for Sam
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

TOM

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Norma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hotel
A friendly comfortable hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really nice stay, staff were excellent and very friendly. I had breakfast and found it really nice and fresh. Will be staying again
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Ballyliffin, a place to visit for sure
A clean comfortable hotel but does need some modernisation. Staff were very friendly and accommodating. A beautiful location close to the beach and golf.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

6/10 Okay

Joan

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Sharon

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bernard

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

DOUGLAS F

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Place near Ballyliffin Golf
We were playing Ballyliffin Golf which was next door and this was the best near by accommodation.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Pat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Will definitely visit again
Lovely relaxing atmosphere. The staff were friendly and very helpful. The food was amazing. The hotel is a short walk to a clean beach with beautiful views.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021