Glacknabrad, Malin, Co. Donegal Barney's Lodge, Malin, Ireland
#3 of 4 hotels in Malin
Guests' ChoiceBased on 25 hotel reviews
9.4Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.4
Location
10.0
Facilities
9.7
Staff
10.0
Value for money
9.6
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Reviewed: July 5, 2025
Nigel
United KingdomAwesome wee cottage went for three days to chill and unwind perfect place for it. and surrounding area beautiful too.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: June 30, 2025
Simon
IrelandLeaving 😞!
Beautiful old style Irish cottage with lovely spacious rooms, fully equipped kitchen, great heating (even for June 🙄) fire etc. Location is fantastic for Inishowen with plenty to see and do (Drumree fort, wild Ireland, famine village, malin head, alpaca walks and trails everywhere(
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: April 6, 2025
Erica
IrelandThere is not 1 thing we did not like about the lodge.
It was very peaceful , everything adventurous was in 20-30 minutes distance and shops were also very close .
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: August 20, 2024
Aine
United KingdomThe location was perfect for our activities. We all loved the turf fire and having a washing machine we could use each day. Maura left us milk, bread, and butter to get us started..... very much appreciated
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: July 14, 2024
Sigrid
Germanynothing
Lodge was cosy and tidy, situated in beautiful scenery in a magical place away from the hustle and bustle of the rest of the world. It was such a silence except sometimes the gently bleating sheep from the meadow behind. The cottage was generously equipped with everything we needed (except a whisk and a streaner), also to start a fire in the fireplace every evening. We were pleasantly surprised about Maura's fresh prepared tasty scones on the third day of our staying that was also a lovely touch.
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: June 27, 2024
Connor
United KingdomPerfect location. Beautiful little cottage. Hope to be able to use it again. The host left us milk, bread etc. and called to check all was OK. Enjoyed every minute. Thank you
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: April 16, 2024
Xavier
FranceWe really appreciated the confortable bedrooms and the living room. The cottage is so confortable we didn’t want to leave. Thank you Maura.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: March 2, 2024
Gillian
United KingdomNothing - we used main bedroom which was comfortable and warm enough but other bedrooms were cold
It was sympathetically renovated- log fire lit on arrival and welcome pack a really lovely touch
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: February 1, 2024
Piotr
IrelandWe liked everything.
Fantastic host, everything prepared perfectly. The cottage and its location is so good that you can't dream of any better one. Maura, the host, is super helpful, sweet and just a click away should you need any help from her. If you looking for peace and quiet - this is THE place where you can find it! In the kitchen you'll find all necessary utensils and even more - which doesn't happen very often. Learned on the experience we always take some of our must have staff but this time (for the first time) we didn't have to use them. The cottage is super cosy. Just get the fireplace going, sit back, take the book and relax. Again, peace and quiet, cosy, not a soul around to disturb your stay. Highly recommend! 🍀💚
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: November 26, 2022
Michelle
United Kingdomwe had a fantastic stay. the cottage was lovely, especially the fire and views.
Stayed in October 2022
Reviewed: November 14, 2022
O'kiedro
IrelandEverything, great location, super helpful and friendly staff
Stayed in November 2022
Reviewed: October 10, 2022
Siobhannu
United KingdomNothing
Everything!! It's a beautiful location with fantastic views. The cottage is very quaint but also very comfortable. Lovely wood burning fire with endless supply of turf. Not far from the local town but far enough away from other houses so it feels very peaceful. Owner had the fire lit for us upon arrival which was a lovely touch and had a good supply of basics like cereal and milk.
Stayed in October 2022
Reviewed: September 26, 2022
John
United KingdomNothing honestly, if I was to improve anything I would perhaps add a smart TV for Netflix etc in the evenings.
Everything about the stay was perfect, every inconvenience was taken care of, specific directions were given in advance with the access code and upon arrival all the lights were switched on and a turf fire was burning, even though we arrived after 10pm. Inside there are addresses to local restaurants (Nancy's Barn was delicious), shops etc etc Even fresh milk, cereal and bread were provided. The place is very spacious and well equipped and the views from the front of the property are stunning.
Stayed in September 2022
Reviewed: September 24, 2022
Angela
United KingdomLovely cosy cottage. Maura is an excellent host. Beautiful scenery.
Stayed in September 2022
Reviewed: August 19, 2025
Anonymous
United StatesVery easy
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: July 21, 2025
Tom
IrelandThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: June 25, 2025
Kenneth
United StatesThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: September 30, 2024
Cara
IrelandThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: July 18, 2024
Travel-warrior
IrelandThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: April 29, 2024
Natalie
United KingdomThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: January 7, 2024
Scott
United KingdomThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: August 21, 2023
Francis
IrelandThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: May 31, 2023
Linda
United KingdomThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: March 11, 2023
Jim
United KingdomThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: September 8, 2022
Valerie
CanadaThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in September 2022
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