Ireland Northwest and Lakelands Travel Guide
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Visit Ireland Northwest and Lakelands
Riverside Hotel
Clean, up-to-date room, great shower and lovely views from the room. Very good, hearty breakfast too.
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Lough Eske Castle
Staff so friendly. Mum and I were made so welcome by everyone. Food excellent.
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026
The Glasshouse
Lovely staff at checkin and throughout our stay in restaurant and bars. Fantastic location and facilities excellent
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
The Courtyard Apartments
The apartment was spotless, everything was as planned, and a very late check-in was arranged at the last minute due to ferry delays. The staff could not have been more helpful and friendly.
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026
Wild Atlantic Apartments Port House Letterkenny
Fully equipped clean kitchen /bedrooms/ lounge. Really convenient to shopping and dining , would definitely stay again
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
St Angela’s Lakeside Aparthotel
Bit of a trek from car park to the rooms, even using the lift need to carry luggage or groceries up stairs. Room doors are very heavy and 7 year old couldn't open them himself. Otherwise accommodation was comfortable and clean, with spectacular views.
Reviewed on 8 Sept 2025
Popular places to visit
Glenveagh National Park
Blanketed in forests, mountains, woodland and water meadows, Glenveagh National Park is one of the primary attractions in County Donegal. The park is particularly popular with hikers, owing to its combination of untamed natural beauty, challenging trails and sculpted gardens – the latter of which are part of the 19th century Glenveagh Castle. The park covers an impressive 66 square miles of countryside.
Donegal Castle
You can learn about the history of Donegal with a trip to Donegal Castle. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.
Mount Errigal
The tallest of the Seven Sisters in County Donegal, Mount Errigal is part of the larger Derryveagh Mountain Range and is considered to be one of the most iconic mountains in Ireland. Situated in the remote north-west of Ireland, Mount Errigal lies in the country’s most sparsely populated region, making this an exquisite place to escape.
Strandhill Beach
Surf the legendary breaks or stroll along the sandy beach bordering the western flank of Knocknarea on the Cúil Irra peninsula.
Knocknarea
This distinctive flat-topped hill and its mysterious summit cairn have been prominent landmarks in County Sligo’s folklore and culture for millennia.
Streedagh Strand
Walk along this pretty beach to find great surf breaks, fossilized marine life and the remains of a Spanish Armada shipwreck.
