Reviews of No 1 The Arch
The Diamond, Carndonagh, Ireland
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Reviewed: 25 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewLocation was very good
Wireless did not work in room
Thank you, Morrissey, for sharing your feedback. We’re sorry to hear the Wi-Fi didn’t work well in your room — it appears to have resolved itself. We hope to welcome you back to The Arch again soon.
Reviewed: 6 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewLocation was in the square, very close to pubs and cafes for breakfast. Free parking in the square. Beds were very comfortable. Free wifi. Very comfy. Mini fridge/ toaster would be additional pluses in room.
Checked in at weekend so music in pub each night till late and was very loud as room was just above pub. Minor- No bin bag in the room for rubbish.
Thank you for your feedback.
Reviewed: 27 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 21 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 21 April 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewVery convenient location. No breakfast
Thank you, Teresa, for your kind review. We’re delighted you enjoyed your stay and found our location so convenient. While we don’t currently provide breakfast, we’re glad our central setting makes it easy to reach nearby cafés and options on the Diamond. We’d be very happy to welcome you back to The Arch anytime.
Thank you, Teresa, for your kind review. We’re delighted you enjoyed your stay and found our location so convenient. While we don’t currently provide breakfast, we’re glad our central setting makes it easy to reach nearby cafés and options … Show more
Reviewed: 24 February 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewPerfect location but parking may become an issue in busier months
Although it didn't bother me, i imagine the noise from the bar below could be disruptive. However, it finishes around 12ish so not a huge issue. It would be nice to have recommendations for breakfast in the room.
Thank you for your kind review. We’re are pleased you enjoyed your stay.
Reviewed: 29 October 2024 · Stayed in October 2024
Verified reviewReviewed: 24 October 2024 · Stayed in October 2024
Verified reviewReviewed: 25 August 2024 · Stayed in August 2024
Verified reviewNo breakfast
A little noisy
Thank you for your feedback. We’re glad you found your stay comfortable and good value. We’re sorry that the noise affected your experience. Our town centre location means cafés and breakfast spots are just a short walk away, and we’d be happy to provide recommendations for future guests. We appreciate your comments and hope to welcome you back again.
Thank you for your feedback. We’re glad you found your stay comfortable and good value. We’re sorry that the noise affected your experience. Our town centre location means cafés and breakfast spots are just a short walk away, and we’d be ha… Show more
Reviewed: 9 July 2024 · Stayed in July 2024
Verified reviewGreat locations, very comfortable and clean and staff were very helpful, will definitely return to the arch of visiting carndonagh again.
Some noise from the town at night time which is to be expected and didn’t disturb us much.
Thank you so much for your review. We’re delighted you found your stay comfortable and that our team made you feel welcome and well looked after. It’s lovely to hear you’d recommend The Arch so highly and that you plan to return on your next visit to Carndonagh. While some town noise is part of being right on the Diamond, we’re glad it didn’t disturb you. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!
Thank you so much for your review. We’re delighted you found your stay comfortable and that our team made you feel welcome and well looked after. It’s lovely to hear you’d recommend The Arch so highly and that you plan to return on your nex… Show more