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Shandon Hotel & Spa

Dunfanaghy , Marble Hill Strand, Port-na-blagh, (Show on Map)

8.3

Very Good

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Summary of reviewsThe Shandon Hotel & Spa is a beautiful coastal retreat that offers stunning views and a peaceful getaway. Guests rave about the buffet-style breakfast with many praising the scrambled eggs and the accommodating staff. The dinner options have received mixed reviews with some guests finding the food exceptional and others describing it as average or terrible. The hotel offers a range of room options with many guests impressed by the spacious rooms and fantastic views. The cleanliness of the hotel has received mixed reviews with some guests finding it spotless and others noting areas that need maintenance and updating. The staff at the hotel are a standout feature with guests praising their friendliness and helpfulness. The spa facilities are excellent, although some guests have commented on the additional costs. The swimming facilities have received mixed reviews with some guests pleased and others disappointed. The hotel is family-friendly, although some guests note that the rooms can be small for families. The beds have also received mixed reviews with some guests finding them comfortable and others finding them too firm. Overall, the Shandon Hotel & Spa offers a pleasant lodging experience with breathtaking views and excellent service.
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The Shandon Hotel & Spa offers a luxurious spa experience in the stunning setting of Sheephaven Bay in Donegal. The spa features a vitality area with a pool, heated loungers, lifestyle showers, and a salt grotto. There are eight treatment rooms, including a double room, and a relaxation room to reflect on your experience. The spa treatments are holistic and focus on relaxation, rather than sports or deep tissue massage. The hotel invites guests to unwind and rejuvenate in this peaceful and tranquil setting.

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Room Types

Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Sea View Overlooking Sheephaven Bay, this room features a king double bed, a single bed and a pull out bed. The room also includes a private bathroom with a bath or shower and seating area.

Superior Triple/Family room sea view This triple room features a view and seating area. The en suite bathroom has a bath or shower.

Junior Suite Double with Sea View Featuring free toiletries and bathrobes, this twin/double room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a shower and a hairdryer. The spacious twin/double room features a wardrobe, a safe deposit box, an electric kettle, a flat-screen TV, as well as sea views. The unit has 1 bed.

Superior Double or Twin Room with Sea View Featuring free toiletries and bathrobes, this twin/double room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a hairdryer and slippers. The spacious twin/double room features a wardrobe, a safe deposit box, an electric kettle, a flat-screen TV, as well as sea views. The unit has 2 beds.

Junior Suite Family Room Featuring free toiletries and bathrobes, this family room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a shower and a hairdryer. The family room has carpeted floors, a seating area with a flat-screen TV, a wardrobe, a safe deposit box as well as sea views. The unit has 2 beds.

Standard Double Room- No Seaview Featuring free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a bath or a shower and a hairdryer. The double room features a wardrobe, a safe deposit box, an electric kettle, a carpeted floor and a flat-screen TV. The unit has 1 bed.

King Room with Sea View Providing free toiletries and bathrobes, this double room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a hairdryer and slippers. The spacious double room provides a seating area, a wardrobe, a safe deposit box, a flat-screen TV, as well as sea views. The unit offers 1 bed.

Master Suite Providing free toiletries and bathrobes, this suite includes a private bathroom with a bath, a shower and a hairdryer. The suite provides a wardrobe, a safe deposit box, an electric kettle, a flat-screen TV, as well as sea views. The unit offers 1 bed.

Double Room with Sea View The bathroom has a bath or shower.

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Guest Reviews

8.3

Very Good

Location

The Shandon Hotel & Spa offers a truly beautiful coastal experience for any traveler. With its stunning location overlooking the sea and situated next to the amazing Marble Hill Beach, the hotel provides a peaceful and scenic getaway. Guests praised the lovely setting and front of house staff, while the views from the rooms were described as fantastic and breathtaking. The location is ideal for those seeking a beachside retreat and the proximity to the local beach and the views from the hotel make it a perfect stay. The hotel is decorated beautifully with stunning views that make it exceptional. The hotel provides a great breakfast buffet style and guests loved the location, food and friendly staff at the property. The location being quiet and right beside Marble Hill Beach was ideal and guests recommend it as a lovely spot to relax. The hotel is nicely redecorated with exceptional facilities and decor and the location is just beautiful. Overall, guests found the location and the view spectacular and amazing.

Breakfast

The breakfast at Shandon Hotel & Spa has received rave reviews from guests. With numerous options to suit all tastes, the buffet-style breakfast offers a great variety of tasty food. Many guests particularly praised the scrambled eggs, stating they were particularly delicious. However, vegetarian options were limited. While some guests noted the selection of fruit and sausages as not up to par, others describe the breakfast as exceptional. Apart from breakfast, the food in the restaurant was also delightful and the quality was on point. With gluten-free options available, everyone has a great choice. With staff delivering fantastic service, the hotel offers an excellent location and an overall lovely experience.

Dinner

The dinner options at the Shandon Hotel & Spa have received mixed reviews from guests. Some were pleasantly surprised at the fantastic taste of the food in the restaurant, which was warm and accommodating for gluten-free options. However, others found the food just okay or surprisingly average with some even describing it as terrible, super fatty and lazy in preparation. Prices were seen as overpriced by some guests with the €49 three-course meal for two people particularly concerning. Some also experienced slow service or long waits for dinner to arrive. Some guests enjoyed their meals in the beach bistro or bar, particularly highlighting the amazing food quality. Others, however, were disappointed with the bar's selection or poor-quality menu offerings, such as soggy chips or lack of food variety. Despite some negative experiences, the overall consensus is that the quality of food served was generally excellent, particularly in the main restaurant. If dining at the hotel, guests should be prepared for limited menu options or high prices, but the accommodating staff and friendly service make for a memorable dining experience.

Rooms

The Shandon Hotel & Spa offers a range of room options, including sea view rooms and suites with two queen-sized beds. Guests were impressed by the spacious rooms with larger windows, comfortable beds and lovely towels. Many raved about the fantastic views from their accommodations with the view being described as spectacular, fabulous and amazing. However, some guests complained about the small and basic rooms and lack of air conditioning. There were also a few cleanliness issues, such as stains on walls and carpets or poor lighting in bathrooms. Despite this, the hotel staff received high praise for their helpfulness and friendliness. Overall, the Shandon Hotel & Spa offered modern and comfortable rooms with breathtaking views and excellent service.

Beds

Guests at the Shandon Hotel & Spa have mixed opinions about the beds. Some rave about the comfort, mentioning two queen-sized beds and exemplary comfort. However, others found the mattresses to be too firm with some guests even describing them as rock hard or a pathetic excuse. Some rooms had harder beds compared to others. The hotel does provide extra beds, but some guests found them to be broken cot-beds. On the other hand, some guests thought the mattresses were slightly on the soft side. Although there were complaints about the pillows being flat and only one per person, guests were generally content with their comfortable rooms. Despite some minor downsides, the Shandon Hotel & Spa offers a pleasant lodging experience.

Cleanliness

The Shandon Hotel & Spa has received mixed reviews regarding its cleanliness. Some guests were thrilled with the fabulous and spotless modern rooms and excellent facility, while others had negative experiences with dirty carpets, outdated rooms and mould at the base of the shower screens. Some cleaning staff were described as loud, which can be disruptive for some guests. There were also reports of dirty plates at the buffet and discarded drinks glasses and tea/coffee cups left uncollected in the lobby. Overall, some areas of the hotel, such as the swimming pool lockers/changing rooms and bathroom sinks, needed maintenance and updating. Despite these concerns, many guests agreed that the hotel was beautiful and very clean.

Staff

The staff at Shandon Hotel & Spa are a standout feature of this incredible location. Guests often sing praises about the welcoming, friendly and helpful staff who go out of their way to make their stay comfortable. From the friendly receptionist to the attentive front desk staff, the hotel is blessed with a team of warm, professional and courteous individuals. Despite a few exceptions, the majority of guests recount their interactions with staff members as top-notch or exceptional. The only letdown for some was slow service or unhelpful reception staffers. The spa staff, in particular, received high marks and Carolyn, the assistant general manager and Mika, the bar manager, were praised for their exceptional service. The restaurant staff and bar staff, on the other hand, faced some criticism for being slow and unhelpful at times. However, this did not detract from the overall experience, as guests raved about the spectacular views, excellent food and superb spa. The staff at Shandon Hotel & Spa are definitely one of the standout features of this brilliant location.

Spa

The Shandon Hotel & Spa boasts a fabulous spa that provides guests with an excellent way to relax and unwind during their stay. The spa area includes a lovely thermal suite with sauna and steam facilities and the spa staff are amazing, ensuring a thoroughly enjoyable experience. However, some guests have commented on the cost of the spa with significant additional costs attached, which can be disappointing. Nevertheless, the spa facilities themselves are excellent, including an outdoor hot tub and the spa treatments and access to the thermal suite provide a truly relaxing experience. While some guests have commented on the basic nature of the thermal spa facilities, most describe them as excellent with access to the thermal suite being a key highlight of their stay. Some guests were disappointed that they couldn't use the spa facilities during their stay, but there is no denying that the spa is outstanding and well worth a visit.

Pool

The swimming facilities at Shandon Hotel & Spa offer a good swimming pool and an outdoor jacuzzi. However, some guests were disappointed by the pool area, as they found it to be basic and had misleading pictures on the hotel's website. While some guests were pleased with the pool, others found that it was out of order during their stay. Additionally, there were no robes provided for walking to the pool area. Some guests were happy with the size of their bedroom and enjoyed the new pool, while others wished the leisure centre was open to add to their trip. The hot tub was open but an extra charge applied. Despite some mixed reviews, guests overall found the swimming facilities, sauna and steam room to be spotless.

Family

If you're looking for a family-friendly hotel in a stunning location, the Shandon Hotel & Spa is a great choice. Guests rave about the hotel's facilities for children, including a swimming pool that little ones will love. However, some guests note that the rooms can be a bit small for families, so keep that in mind when booking. One thing that would make the hotel even better for families is a play area in the breakfast room - this would be a huge help for parents trying to keep their little ones entertained during mealtimes. Despite this small issue, many guests note that the staff at the Shandon are incredibly friendly and attentive to guests' needs. Overall, it's a perfect place for a family weekend away at the beach and hills.

Yes, Shandon Hotel & Spa has pool(s) that belong to one or more of the following categories: Children's Pool, Panoramic View Pool.

Yes, a spa is available at Shandon Hotel & Spa.

No, Shandon Hotel & Spa doesn't allow dogs.

Yes, parking facilities are available at Shandon Hotel & Spa.

No, Shandon Hotel & Spa doesn't have a gym.

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