Lough Eske, Donegal, Ireland
#1 of 8 hotels in Donegal
Guests' ChoiceBased on 643 hotel reviews
9.5Cleanliness
9.9
Comfort
9.8
Location
9.6
Facilities
9.5
Staff
9.7
Value for money
8.7
Free WiFi
9.0
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 31 August 2025
Sarah
AustraliaLoved it all, wish it had a pool & spa.
Absolutely adored this hotel. Luxury and cosines combined to perfection!
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 20 August 2025
Catherine
IrelandLate check in time didn’t seem like good value considering the price. But still really worth the splurge
Gorgeous spacious suite. Didn’t want to leave! Late check in time at 4pm means you’d want to spend two nights ideally
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 20 August 2025
Mary
IrelandWould love a spa or beauty salon in situs
Staff excellent, rooms fab and food delicious
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 17 August 2025
Anthony
United StatesThere didn't appear to be any in-room cooling, and while the temperature at Lough Eske seldom gets unbearably hot, I sleep best in a very cool room and it would have been nice to have the option to drop the temperature by a couple degrees.
The rooms are exceptionally large and equipped with numerous conveniences. The staff are universally friendly, charming, and accommodating. The view is phenomenal, and the good noise proofing in the rooms combined with the quiet atmosphere of the lake makes for a serene stay.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 17 August 2025
Mary
IrelandThe only one criticism would be the lack or air conditioning in our lakeside view room . In a beautiful large room there were only two tiny windows with even smaller openings for ventilation which made the room very hot and stuffy . Even though there was a fan provided , it’s noisy and only effective in one area .
The staff were exceptional, so welcoming, friendly and helpful. And compliments to the chefs and all catering staff as the food was the best we’ve ever had anywhere.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 10 August 2025
William
United KingdomJust relaxing
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 5 August 2025
Terri
United KingdomFabulous rooms, very spacious and comfortable. Staff were very friendly. The breakfast was delicious with lots of different options available.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 3 August 2025
Nathalie
FranceThe hotel is very comfortable and, above all, the staff is particularly attentive and responsive. We met somme little difficulties and they took care of them with special attention. Dishes at the bar were also excellent.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 2 August 2025
Gerald
IrelandCan't think of anything in particular
Breakfast; size of room; location
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 1 August 2025
Peter
United KingdomCheck out time too early would have liked some chill time after breakfast
Friendly staff
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 31 July 2025
Catherine
IrelandFound ni fault!!
Massive room and fab breakfast
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 30 July 2025
Sharon
IrelandJust love everything about Harvey’s point Food always fabulous .Staff are always great .
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 26 July 2025
O
United KingdomNo spa facilities
Exceptional rooms, friendly staff
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 23 July 2025
Emma
IrelandWe had a wonderful stay - the room far exceeded our expectations, it was so spacious & comfortable. We loved the breakfast, my husband ranking it the top hotel breakfast he's had! Beautiful location, breakfast is served overlooking the lake. The bar is lovely & the terrace area is also beautiful. Lovely walks around the area. We attended a wedding & were spoiled for choice with the food over the weekend. We would love to come back!
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 22 July 2025
Clare
United KingdomWhat could you find not to like!!
This is another level of luxury!! Superb
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 21 July 2025
Roseann
United StatesNo gym, no a/c, Netflix not connected to the TV
Friendly staff, good breakfast, gorgeous setting
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 20 July 2025
Carmel
United KingdomCan't fault anything.
Every thing about this hotel is excellent from rooms to restaurants, staff, we loved our stay and will definitely be back.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 17 July 2025
Miriam
IrelandBar food disappointing and staff not as enthusiastic in that area. Grubby aprons and tables not cleared. But other than eI would definitely go back.
Main restaurant excellent and staff excellent
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 16 July 2025
Ellie
United KingdomIt’s a little expensive, especially the bar food, however you do get what you pay for. Everything is fabulous
This place is wonderful. We had the best time. The rooms are next level gorgeous. The staff were amazing. Bar is beautiful & the food is great. Highly recommend!
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 16 July 2025
Edward
United StatesNot a thing.
Beautiful and comfortable accommodation in a lovely remote setting. The breakfast was excellent, the service outstanding. Our room was huge and very comfortable, with a fridge and nespresso. The jetted tub a real plus. Shower outstanding. Wish we could have this type of accommodation for the rest of our journey.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 13 July 2025
Aileen
United KingdomThere’s never really a need for air-conditioning in Ireland, but this weekend it was the hottest of the year. We did get a fan in our room which helped.
We loved the hotel, the grounds and the staff were amazing. The deluxe suite was awesome.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 12 July 2025
Naushirwan
AustraliaDidn’t have in-room airconditioning, was a very warm day and the room stayed warm
The setting is exceptional
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 8 July 2025
Martin
United KingdomLate checkin time.
Everything
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 7 July 2025
Breda
IrelandWe would have liked a later dinner reservation and as the bar wasn't particularly busy we feel that more effort might have been made to accommodate this.
Breakfast was excellent and the attention to detail by the staff was commendable. Excellent selection of really fresh food and a real feeling that the staff took pride in their work.
Stayed in July 2025
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