Slieve Donard, Newcastle (Down) ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2024

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About the Hotel

Downs Road, Newcastle (Down), United Kingdom

Slieve Donard Resort & Spa is a Victorian hotel located just 48 km south of Belfast and 145 km north of Dublin. Nestled at the foot of the Mourne Mountains, it is renowned for its world-class spa and proximity to the prestigious Royal County Down Golf Course. With a rich history dating back over 125 years, it offers guests an elegant blend of traditional charm and modern comfort.

Location

Slieve Donard is strategically positioned near Newcastle's seaside, with the Royal County Down Golf Club adjacent and scenic walking trails in the Mourne Mountains close by. The hotel is easily accessible, located 60 km from George Best Belfast City Airport and within a short walking distance to the local railway station. Additionally, guests can enjoy complimentary parking on site.

Rooms

The hotel features 181 stylish accommodations, ranging from Classic to Resort rooms, each designed to reflect local history and landscapes. All rooms are equipped with luxurious King Koil beds, featuring various options from doubles to kings. Each bathroom is adorned with light tiles and marble, with some including combined bath and shower facilities while others offer just a shower, supplemented with ESPA toiletries.

Eat & Drink

Slieve Donard offers guests a choice of four distinct dining experiences, showcasing local Irish produce at the grand Oak Restaurant. This large yet intimate dining space, accentuated by oak beams and a central fireplace, serves a comprehensive breakfast and upscale dinner menus. Guests can also enjoy casual dining at The Percy French and modern pub snacks at The Wolf Bar, accommodating a variety of culinary preferences.

Leisure & Business

The hotel boasts extensive leisure amenities, highlighted by a 20-meter indoor pool and a luxury spa featuring ESPA treatments. Fitness enthusiasts will appreciate the well-equipped gym and the array of wellness facilities, including saunas and steam rooms. While the hotel does not have a designated business center, it offers complimentary Wi-Fi and various event spaces suitable for gatherings.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Slieve Double

Max:

2 persons

22 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Coffee machine

Heating

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Resort King or Twin

Max:

2 persons

3 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

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Slieve Deluxe King or Twin

Max:

2 persons

27 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

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City Centre

Newcastle (Down)500 m

Airports

George Best Belfast City (BHD) 58.7 km

Belfast International (BFS) 71.4 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Rejuvenating Spa

The spa services were a highlight of my stay; the treatments were incredibly relaxing and just what my mother needed.view full review

Delicious Breakfast

I loved the breakfast buffet! There was everything I could possibly want, and I particularly enjoyed grabbing a muffin and coffee for a morning stroll.view full review

Superb Suite

The king-size suite was wonderful! The bed was incredibly comfortable, and I appreciated the lovely toiletries in the bathroom.view full review

Cozy Living Space

The living room area in the suite enhanced our experience; it was such a pleasure to have a separate space to relax and enjoy the fantastic views.view full review

General

Non-smoking property
Free Wi-Fi
Free parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Only dogs are allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Children are welcome
Luggage storage
Locker room
Lift
Key card access
Key access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre
Horseback riding
Tennis court
Yoga class

Services

Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Picnic area/ Tables

Spa & Leisure

Indoor swimming pool
Garden area
Spa & wellness centre
Sauna
Steam room
Jacuzzi
Pedicure
Manicure
Waxing
Body scrub
Treatment room
Body wraps

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating

Bathroom

Private bathroom

Location

Downs Road, Newcastle (Down), United Kingdom

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Downs Road, Newcastle (Down), United Kingdom

City landmarks

Golf Course

Royal County Down Golf Club

1.2 km

10-14 Central Promenade

Tropicana

870 m

Slieve Bearnagh

1.2 km

Park

Tollymore Forest Park

3.5 km

Granite Trail

1.7 km

Beach

National Trust

2.4 km

Donard Forest

2.3 km

Nature reserve

Murlough National Nature Reserve

2.5 km

Shimna River,

Foley's Bridge

3.2 km

Downs Road

Slieve Donard

4.7 km

Newcastle BT33 0NQ

Murlough Beach

4.5 km

Slieve Commedagh

4.6 km

Legananny Dolmen

6.0 km

Nearby

Beach

Newcastle Beach

460 m

Restaurants

Brunel's Restaurant

360 m

32 Downs Road

Railway St

410 m

2 Railway Street

Villa Vinci

410 m

31 Main Street

Copper Restaurant

350 m

67 Main Street

Savoy Cafe

390 m

22 Main Street

The Library Lounge

360 m

29 Main Street

Doc's Fish and Chips

480 m

45 Main Street

Great Jones Craft & Kitchen

560 m

73 Main Street

Quinns Bar

620 m

62 - 64 Main Street

Cafe Mauds Newcastle

730 m

Waterfoot 106 Main Street

Golf Links House Restaurant

1.1 km

109 Dundrum Road

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

78%

liked the hotel and would stay again

Great location

Friendly staff

Disorganized service

Uncomfortable rooms

7.8/10

Very good

Rooms

7.3

Location

8.7

Service

8.0

Dining

7.3

Keith

United States, April 2024

8.6/10

I had an amazing stay at the hotel, with a room that was exceptionally comfortable and clean, providing a perfect retreat after a long day. The service was fantastic, although a bit lacking in attentiveness at times. The location was ideal for both relaxation and outdoor activities, offering stunning views. The dining experience was good overall, with attentive staff. The facilities were great, enhancing my overall experience.

Rooms

9.0

The room was huge, exceptionally comfortable, and clean, with all the facilities one would expect. The bed was a true blessing after a tiring day.

Service

8.0

The service was fantastic, with helpful and friendly staff. However, there were a few instances of neglect, possibly due to our age.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location was great, with beautiful views of the sea and ideal for relaxing or enjoying various outdoor activities.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was impressive, with plenty of choices and beautiful views of the mountains. The attentive service added to the overall enjoyment.

Facilities

9.0

The facilities were top-notch, enhancing my overall experience and providing extra comfort during my stay.

William

United Kingdom, March 2024

7.4/10

I had a mix of experiences at the hotel. The rooms were a bit underwhelming as the sea view I paid for didn't exist, and the temperature in the bedrooms was too warm at night. However, the service was exceptional and made me feel like a proper lady from Victorian days, though the restaurant service was slow. The location was ideal with easy access to the beach and town, but the waiting times for certain facilities were frustrating. The dining was hit and miss, with some buffet items not being hot enough. Overall, it was a pleasant stay with some minor hiccups.

Rooms

5.0

The sea view I paid extra for was non-existent, and the bedrooms were too warm at night.

Service

9.0

The service made me feel like a proper lady from Victorian days; however, the restaurant service was slow.

Location

8.0

The location was great, with easy access to the beach and town, but waiting times for facilities were a downside.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was a mix of disappointments and delights, with some buffet items not being hot enough.

Facilities

8.0

Facilities were good overall, but waiting times for certain amenities were frustrating.

Chris

United Kingdom, February 2024

8.2/10

The hotel offers stunning big windows with sea and Mourne views in the rooms, featuring a standard double bed and a single bed. Although not every room has a perfect view, my stay was accompanied by a strong men's aftershave smell despite leaving the windows open throughout. The shower drain was blocked from the moment we arrived.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms had stunning big windows with sea and Mourne views. However, they had a strong men's aftershave smell and a blocked shower drain.

Service

8.0

I couldn't have been happier with the stay. The service received was very pleasant, helpful, and friendly. However, additional customer care training would greatly benefit the staff.

Location

9.0

The location is just amazing with the beach steps away and fabulous views of the mountains and sea, weather permitting. It wins over everything else, although the pool had a high chlorine concentration.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was excellent with a wide selection of food that was well worth the money. The traditional bread served was a nice touch.

Facilities

9.0

The facilities were well worth the money, with dry cleaning, housekeeping, and laundry services available.

Alexander

United Kingdom, February 2024

6.8/10

My stay at the hotel was a mix of highs and lows. The location was lovely, with great views over the sea and Mourne mountains, but the service in the restaurant was quite disorganized. The rooms, unfortunately, did not meet my expectations given the rate charged. On the positive side, the staff were friendly and accommodating, making my stay more comfortable.

Rooms

5.0

The room I stayed in was too hot and had just one small window, which made it quite uncomfortable.

Service

7.0

Despite looking a bit frazzled, the staff were very pleasant and accommodating, especially in helping with special requests like providing a wheelchair.

Location

9.0

The location of the hotel is the jewel in the crown, offering sheer luxury and great views over the sea and Mourne mountains.

Dining

6.0

The dining experience had its ups and downs. While the view from my table was impressive and the staff attentive, the overall service was disorganized and the food quality left much to be desired.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities at the hotel were satisfactory, although there was room for improvement in terms of organization and freshness of the food.

Great location

Disorganized service

Charles

United Kingdom, October 2023

8.0/10

The hotel offers spacious and clean rooms with a great size TV and a quiet location at the end of the corridor, providing a lovely sea view. The service is extremely polite, accommodating, and friendly, although there was a minor oversight with pre-meal cocktails. The location is fantastic, combining a beautiful coastline and mountain views with a peaceful atmosphere just a few hundred yards from town. The dining experience, while lacking in some aspects, is offset by nearby restaurant options. The facilities are generally good, although improvements could be made.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms are spacious, clean, and equipped with a great size TV offering all channels. The tranquility at the end of the corridor with a sea view adds to the pleasant stay.

Service

8.0

The service was attentive, helpful, and wonderfully friendly, with staff going out of their way to ensure a comfortable experience. However, there was a small hiccup with the pre-meal cocktails.

Location

10.0

The location is excellent, boasting stunning ocean views and convenient proximity to both the coastline and town, offering a feeling of peacefulness. Ideal for visitors exploring Royal County Down.

Dining

6.0

While the hotel dining experience had some shortcomings and delays, opting for nearby dining options, like the Percy French Restaurant, can enhance the overall satisfaction.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities, including sauna and steam room, could benefit from adding seats or loungers for improved relaxation. However, the overall offering is satisfactory.

Russell

United States, June 2023

8.6/10

The hotel offers stunning sea and mountain views from the rooms, which were beautiful and very comfortable. The Nespresso machine added a nice touch to the room amenities. The only downside was the inconsistent communication during treatments, but overall a great experience.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms with fantastic sea and mountain views were all beautiful and very comfortable.

Service

8.0

The staff at this hotel are so lovely and accommodating. They were very helpful and friendly throughout our stay.

Location

9.0

The location is excellent, offering great views of the Mourne Mountains & the Irish Sea. The staff were friendly and very helpful, making our stay even more enjoyable.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was amazing, with really good quality products. However, there were some lapses in service like forgetting our toast.

Facilities

9.0

The dining facilities were top-notch and offered excellent service.

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Harriet

United States, May 2023

7.6/10

My 50th birthday stay at the hotel was a mix of positives and negatives. We were upgraded to a beautiful seaview room with a thoughtful congratulatory card and treats, but the room for three was inadequate and overpriced.

Rooms

7.0

Our seaview room with special birthday treats was lovely, but the room for three was not up to par and expensive.

Service

8.0

Location

7.0

The hotel's location provided an enjoyable experience for both me, my wife, and our children, although it was overcrowded at times and had limited water facilities and seating options.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was pleasant with a nice variety, but the view from the dining area did not match the high price paid.

Facilities