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Slieve Donard Hotel Newcastle , Newcastle (Down)

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About the Hotel

Downs Road, Newcastle (Down), United Kingdom

Slieve Donard, a meticulously maintained Victorian hotel, is located at the foot of the scenic Mourne Mountains in County Down. It offers one of Europe's finest resort spas and breathtaking views of the coastline and mountains. Situated next to the prestigious Royal County Down Golf Club, the hotel provides a unique blend of historical charm and modern comforts. This 4-star establishment is only 30 miles from Belfast and 90 miles from Dublin.

Location

Set amidst six acres of immaculate grounds, Slieve Donard is easily accessible, being a short walk from Newcastle's town center and the nearby train station. The hotel is conveniently located for exploring the stunning natural beauty of County Down, with numerous outdoor activities available, including hiking in the Mourne Mountains and golfing at the Royal County Down Golf Club.

Rooms

Slieve Donard features 181 comfortable and stylish bedrooms, including Classic, Superior, Executive, and Resort rooms. Each room is adorned with gloriously comfortable King Koil beds and decor reflecting the hotel's rich history. The bathrooms are equipped with light tiles and marble finishes, offering either a bath or shower and complimentary ESPA toiletries.

Eat & Drink

The hotel boasts four dining venues, including the grand Oak Restaurant, which serves superb cuisine crafted from the finest local Irish produce. Guests can enjoy a comprehensive buffet breakfast, themed dinners, and lighter fare at The Percy French pub-style restaurant. Afternoon tea is also available for those seeking a relaxing break after outdoor activities.

Leisure & Business

The Slieve Donard Resort & Spa includes comprehensive wellness facilities, featuring a 20-meter pool, saunas, and a fitness center fully equipped with modern exercise equipment. The luxury spa offers a range of treatments from leading skincare brand ESPA, with expert therapists ensuring a relaxing experience. Business travelers will find multiple meeting spaces available for various 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
Double Room
Max:
2 persons
22 m² 
Bed options:
1 Double bed
Coffee machine
Heating
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Deluxe Room
Max:
2 persons
27 m² 
Bed options:
1 King Size Bed
Coffee machine
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Junior Suite
Max:
2 persons
32 m² 
Bed options:
1 King Size Bed
Sea view
Coffee machine
Heating
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Getting around

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City Center
Newcastle (Down)1700 ft
Airports
George Best Belfast City (BHD) 36.5 mi
Belfast International (BFS) 44.4 mi

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

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
  • Baggage storage
  • Locker room
  • Elevator
  • Key card access
  • Key access

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness center
  • 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 center
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Jacuzzi
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Waxing
  • Body scrub
  • Treatment room
  • Body wraps

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
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Location

Downs Road, Newcastle (Down), United Kingdom
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Downs Road, Newcastle (Down), United Kingdom
Nearby
Beach
Newcastle Beach
1600 ft
Restaurants
Brunel's Restaurant
1200 ft
32 Downs Road
Railway St
1400 ft
2 Railway Street
Villa Vinci
1400 ft
31 Main Street
Copper Restaurant
1200 ft
67 Main Street
Savoy Cafe
1300 ft
22 Main Street
The Library Lounge
1200 ft
29 Main Street
Doc's Fish and Chips
1600 ft
45 Main Street
Great Jones Craft & Kitchen
1900 ft
73 Main Street
Quinns Bar
2100 ft
62 - 64 Main Street
Cafe Mauds Newcastle
2400 ft
Waterfoot 106 Main Street
Golf Links House Restaurant
3800 ft
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
Guest reviews
7.8/10
based on 7 review
8.5
8.5/10based on 3374 review
Keith
United States of America, 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 of America, 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 of America, 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.
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