Arches Country House - Donegal Town

4-star bed and breakfast overlooking Lough Eske and Bluestack Mountains in Donegal Town

Accommodation & Views

Arches Country House offers spacious en-suite rooms with picture windows facing Lough Eske. Each room includes plush linens, heated blankets, and armchairs in a bay window for enjoying the lake and mountain panorama. Bathrooms are fitted with high-quality towels and complimentary toiletries.

Dining

A varied breakfast menu uses local produce, including homemade bread and eggs cooked to order by owner Noreen McGinty. Guests choose from continental options such as cheese, fruit, and juices, plus hot dishes like scrambled eggs and French toast. Breakfast is served in a bright sunroom with views over the garden and lake.

Location & Activities

The hotel sits 10 minutes by car from Donegal Town centre and is close to the Ulster Way hiking trail and scenic cycle routes. Fishing boats are available for hire directly on Lough Eske. Guests also have access to Donegal Golf Club, located 20 km away, and the Bluestack Mountains for walking.

Hospitality

Arches Country House is family-run by owner Noreen McGinty with more than 20 years of hospitality experience. Guests consistently note her warm welcome and attention to detail, from providing local advice to offering covered parking for motorbikes. The property has a shared lounge area with lake views for guest relaxation.

Grounds & Amenities

The mature gardens feature outdoor seating areas surrounded by plants, flowers, and shrubs. Ample parking is available for cars, coaches, and motorcycles on the premises. Luggage storage is provided, and the property includes a shared lounge and TV area.

• Location: Overlooking Lough Eske, 10 min from Donegal Town
• Rooms: Spacious en-suite rooms with lake views
• Dining: Cooked breakfast with local ingredients
• Hospitality: 20+ years family-run by owner Noreen McGinty
• Activities: Access to hiking trails, cycle routes, Lough Eske fishing
• Amenities: Free parking, luggage storage, garden with seating
• Guest rating: 10/10 from multiple reviews for view and service