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The Waters Edge

3.0 star property
Travelers find tranquility at this retreat where nature's sounds drift through open windows, and the nearby promenade offers refreshing exploration opportunities.

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The Waters Edge sits near a boardwalk where guests can take scenic walks. The property provides WiFi for staying connected, while the adjacent nature reserve invites peaceful unwinding. Self-parking makes arrival convenient for those driving to this serene getaway.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Housekeeping
The current price is SAR 330
SAR 374 total
includes taxes & fees
18 May - 19 May

Room options

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Blackout drapes, travel crib, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Triple Room, Sea View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Blackout drapes, travel crib, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Triple Room, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Blackout drapes, travel crib, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premier Double Room, Sea View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Triple Room, Accessible | Blackout drapes, travel crib, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Triple Room, Accessible

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Blackout drapes, travel crib, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Triple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Blackout drapes, travel crib, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Superior Triple Room | Blackout drapes, travel crib, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Triple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Superior Suite, Multiple Beds, Sea View | Blackout drapes, travel crib, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Suite, Multiple Beds, Sea View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Blackout drapes, travel crib, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Blackout drapes, travel crib, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Double Room, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Rathmullan, The Waters Edge is near the beach. Donegal County Museum and Amelia Earhart Centre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at The Looking Glass Spa Therapy and Portsalon Golf Club. Letterkenny Regional Cultural Centre and Carrigart Riding Stables are also worth visiting. Be sure not to miss outdoor adventures like horse riding, mountain climbing, and hiking/biking trails. Visit our Rathmullan travel guide
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Rathmullan, Rathmullan, Donegal

What's nearby

  • The Looking Glass Spa Therapy
    11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Rathmullan Bay Beach
    11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Rathmullan House
    12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • School of Home Baking
    14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Rathmullan Heritage Centre
    3 min drive - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Londonderry Station
    59 min drive
  • Letterkenny (LTR-Letterkenny Airfield)
    32 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Harbour Inn
    48 min drive
  • The Drift Inn
    49 min drive
  • The Travellers Inn
    15 min drive
  • The Coffee Garden
    14 min drive
  • The Coffee Cup
    51 min drive

About this property

The Waters Edge

  • Hotel near a boardwalk/promenade
  • The Waters Edge provides everything you need. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • Other perks include:
    • Free self parking
    • Express check-out, a nature reserve, and smoke-free premises
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at The Waters Edge have amenities such as free WiFi.
  • Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
    • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
    • A personal chef, travel cribs, and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • Travel crib

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Virtual front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • In a nature reserve

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Chef service

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 5 days before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; access will be through a private entrance
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Guests are recommended to download the property's watersedge mobile app before check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Key retrieval, private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

National rating

This property does not have a Ireland Tourist Board rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Frequently asked questions

Is The Waters Edge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Waters Edge?

As of 11 Jumada I 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Waters Edge on 18 Jumada I 2026 start from SAR 330, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Waters Edge?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Waters Edge?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Waters Edge located?

Situated near the beach, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Rathmullan Bay Beach and The Looking Glass Spa Therapy. School of Home Baking and Rathmullan House are also within 15 minutes.

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

The Waters Edge Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

8.6

Amenities

8.0

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 54 out of 86 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 86 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 86 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 86 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 86 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mrs Grace

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was very clean ,very comfortable, spacious.The Bar nd Restaurant so welcoming, all of the staff so welcoming nd v helpful. Can't say enough about the whole ambience of the place.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Pat

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort
Beautiful location but i feel our check in was the most unwelcoming, unfriendly experience I ever had. We arrived to a self checkin in the middle of a power outage & no running water and received no communication or help from the management When I called the “emergency “phone number there was a curt voicemail saying “to leave a message”The code numbers in the lock boxes were very difficult to read even in daylight. The cost per night was very expensive considering there was no breakfast available even though there were bar and restaurant facilities in the their online advertising. Thankfully, a hotel in the locality kindly provided us with food and shower facilities.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

David

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Room was quite basic but comfortable ...BUT...did not have any chair/s to sit on; did not have any refrigerator; the restaurant supposedly operating, was closed all the time; there were no staff on premises and Wotif did not respond to messages. A Zombie establishment in a pretty location.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Bradley

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The remote check in process was easy. The room smelled of cigarette smoke and mildew. The carpet was stained but clean, the bed was worn down. This property could use an update. The restaurant is not managed by the same company and wasn’t open when we were there.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gemma

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

Comfortable stay.

I did not receive my check-in information until a few hours before check-in time and after emailing the hotel. This was quite disconcerting. The fact that it is a self check-in process was perfect. The room was clean and comfortable. The pillows were too soft for my liking. The only toiletries in the bathroom were 6 or 8 small bottles of shampoo and a bottle of hand wash. Some shower gel would have been nice. Overall a good stay. It was lovely lying listening to the water when we opened the windows.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jody

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful spot on the lake

The location was beautiful, and the restaurant associated with the lodging was excellent. We had some problems with the toilet, but the owner called a repair person right away. In the morning, the Internet was down. It happens.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Marie

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
This property was very basic. We didn’t realise it was only air b no breakfast. Until Saturday morning. We wouldn’t have booked it if we had known. Code for doors, code for key.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alistair

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

Quiet and calm

2nd stay here. No staff at all, works through messaging. Both times, it's been clean and we've slept very well. Very quiet hotel. Lovely view of the water. Comfy bed. Kids enjoy it.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catriona

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay in Waters Edge. Very clean room with easy check in and very near Rathmullan beach. Would highly recommend this hotel to any visitor.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Overpriced but great view!

Overpriced for the fact the accommodation doesn't include breakfast facilities on site and not even a fridge provided in the room. They recommend a lovely place in town for breakfast which is great...if your stay coincides with it being open. Really over priced,for what you get. Views are top notch but with no Aircon we ended up needing to keep the curtains closed most of the time to try reduce the heat of the room. A radiator was on blazing out heat in the hall way.....really was not needed!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel! Easy check in and out. Comfortable and clean!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Joseph Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Splendid location on the edge of Lough Swilly with view from room across the waters. Room was warm clean and comfortable with adequate space for a two night stay. Rathmullan within walking distance. On site restaurant was good as was breakfast at Belle’s in Rathmullan. Perfect for visit to Fanad lighthouse. More like a room in an Airbnb with no on site hotel reception or public space other than the bar/ restaurant. But check in system worked ok.
Fanad Lighthouse
Abbey in Rathmullan
Hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The property is fine. There is no internet and while the on
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Solid place to stay

Positive Room was excellent with great view Bed unreal comfy Very clean Nice and warm Easy to access Negatives Main toilets not great nick by bar. Bar closed at 10pm which was very early. Pint of Guinness cost me 6.40euro eventhough price in book stated it was 5.90euro Shower in room had hardly any pressure
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Some improvements needed

Great location right on the water, but the beds themselve were very uncomfortable and the carpets need a good clean. No lid on the toilet either. Would suggest blinds not just curtains. Aswell as an iron in the room, but thats just my personal preference. Easy check in and easy to find rooms. Plenty of parking with bar and restaurant on site. Lovely picturesque location in ireland.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The remote staffing is a new wrinkle to me, but it worked fine. Rathmullen was a bit slow on Monday night, but that’s to be expected. Hotel was comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

May

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Closeness to the water
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katriona

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very nice
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Simon

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

Beautiful location

This is a beautiful hotel and setting, very clean and comfortable, there is a restaurant & bar attached to it but only opens from 5pm, there is no breakfast facilities however there is tea & coffee in the room. Nearby cafe that do excellent breakfast and food. The only downside is that we had an issue with no hot water or heating on the last evening & day so a very cold shower on the day of checking out. It was reported and I believe the maintenance man arrived as we were just leaving. All in all a very pleasant stay
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pretty
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rufaro

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

Exceeded our expectations

Drove a 5 hours to be there but it was worth it! The food, the rooms , the decor, the service! Absolutely amazing! I will go back😍. The WiFi is a bit slow but nothing hectic!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Eamon

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
The room needs a fridge for patrons to store food/drinks etc. The room needs more than one set of towels per person for a stay. There was no milk or coffee in our room, and one toilet roll was not enough
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
all good
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
While this is contactless lodging, we had everything we needed and a spacious room for three. The restaurant downstairs was excellent and convenient. Beautiful area too.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Damian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
A fridge in the room would be a welcome addition, and more comfortable pillows. Don't get me wrong, it's a nice place, well maintained, but no breakfast available unfortunately, and the nearest place only offers breakfast from 10am onwards. If you have an early start I suggest you make arrangements outside of the area.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024