Lough Mardal Lodge

Ballintra Lough Mardal, Donegal, Ireland – Excellent location - show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location — rated 9.6/10! <small>(score from <b>291</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
9.5
Scored 9.5
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
291 reviews

Our stay at Lough Mardal Lodge was fabulous. Even though the weather wasn't on our side, the surrounding area and view from our yurt were spectacular. The communal building had everything we needed and everything was beautifully kept and maintained. Our Yurt was cosy and spacious - one of the comfiest beds I've ever slept in!! We will absolutely be back for another trip soon! Thank you for all your hard work in making this such a wonderful place for people to visit!

Rhiannon Ireland
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Lough Mardal Lodge

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Located within 12 km of Donegal Golf Club and 40 km of Sean McDiarmada Homestead in Donegal, Lough Mardal Lodge provides accommodation with seating area. This property offers access to a balcony and free private parking. The luxury tent features family rooms as well as facilities for disabled guests. Guests can stay warm with a fireplace in every unit. Units are complete with a private bathroom equipped with free toiletries, while certain units at the luxury tent also offer a terrace. At the luxury tent, every unit has bed linen and towels. Guests can take advantage of the warm weather with the property's barbecue facilities. After a day of cycling, fishing or hiking, guests can relax in the garden or in the shared lounge area. The Balor Theatre is 44 km from the luxury tent, while Killybegs Maritime and Heritage Centre is 46 km away. The nearest airport is Donegal Airport, 87 km from Lough Mardal Lodge.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

Free private parking available on-site

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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 single beds
and
1 extra-large double bed
1 large double bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.4
Facilities
9.6
Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.7
Value for money
9.2
Location
9.6
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  • Rhiannon
    Ireland Ireland
    “Our stay at Lough Mardal Lodge was fabulous. Even though the weather wasn't on our side, the surrounding area and view from our yurt were spectacular. The communal building had everything we needed and everything was beautifully kept and...”
  • J
    Jason
    Ireland Ireland
    “Everything was perfect yurt was amazing spaced out enough for privacy and great views of lough”
  • Beth
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Was nothing not to like. Peacefully helpful staff friendly amazing accommodation”

Managed by Lough Mardal Lodge

Company review score: 9.4Based on 273 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

We are a family-run business who live on site and are only too happy to help in whatever way we can and are always delighted to recemmend places to visit or things to do in the area.

Property information

A lakeside self-catering Eco Lodge with luxurious Skydome Yurt and Shepherd's Hut accommodation on the Wild Atlantic Way in Donegal, Ireland. Set on 90 acres with lake-frontage, wildflower meadows and heather hills with sweeping views of Donegal Bay. Each of the 20ft yurts are luxuriously furnished with superking beds, wood-burning stoves and private decking offering lake, forest and mountain views. The Shepherd's Hut with its kingsize bed, wood-burner and stunning lake view is the ultimate romantic escape. All accommodation has en suite toilets. Facilities are within a uniquely designed communal Eco Building made with strawbales and a grass roof - this provides a large self-catering kitchen, dining area, wet room showers, toilets and lounge space with panoramic views of the beautiful natural landscape which surrounds it as well as a big fireplace to cosy around in the colder months. On site activites include hill-walking, hiking, fishing and wild swimming. A nature-lover's paradise, the perfect getaway from the stresses of the modern world and a great base from which to explore the North West of Ireland with two of Donegal's most beautiful beachs, Rossnowlagh and Murvagh, on our doorstep. Off-site activites can be arranged including SUP (lake or sea), horse-riding, surf lessons. Lough Mardal Lodge was built from the ground up with Sustainability at its heart. The accommodation is all off-grid with rechargeable lanterns and compost toilets. The Lodge communal building was constructed with all natural materials. There is a no single-plastic policy in place and plastic bottles of water are discouraged, we provide glass bottles for our pure well water. Our full Sustainability Stategy and Policies can be see on our website. *PETS* There are a limited number of pet-friendly yurts, please message to check availability BEFORE booking as it cannot be gauranteed otherwise. Only 1 pet per yurt and pet surcharge applies. PETS ARE NOT PERMITTED IN THE SHEPHERD'S HUT.

Neighbourhood information

Lough Mardal Lodge is primely positioned on the Wild Atlantic Way, at the Southern gateway into Donegal. Donegal was voted the 'Coolest place in the plantet' by National Geographic in 2017. Accessibly remote we are just 20 minutes from Donegal Town, Rossnowlagh & Murvagh Beaches are within a 10 minute drive and some of the North West best surf spots are just 20 minutes away. The perfect base from which to explore the North West of Ireland.

Languages spoken

English,Spanish,French

Property surroundings

Facilities of Lough Mardal Lodge
Great facilities! Review score, 9.6

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
Bedroom
  • Linen
View
  • Lake view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun terrace
  • BBQ facilities
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Room Amenities
  • Clothes rack
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Activities
  • Horse riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
  • Fishing
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Fireplace
  • Seating Area
Internet
No internet access available.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Lockers
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Luggage storage
  • Express check-in/check-out
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Allergy-free room
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Heating
  • Private entrance
  • Laptop safe
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Emergency cord in bathroom
  • Lower bathroom sink
  • Higher level toilet
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Spanish
  • French

House rules

Lough Mardal Lodge takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 15:00 to 23:30

Check-out

From 07:00 to 11:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 1 year
Extra bed upon request
€ 20 per child, per night
Cot upon request
€ 10 per stay
2 - 17 years
Extra bed upon request
€ 20 per child, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Maestro Mastercard Visa Cash is not accepted Lough Mardal Lodge accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests must be quiet between 23:00 and 10:00.

Pets

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Lough Mardal Lodge in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 10:00:00.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property can only accept bookings from essential workers/permitted travellers, during dates where such guidelines exist. Reasonable evidence must be provided on arrival. If it isn't provided, your booking will be cancelled on arrival.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.

FAQs about Lough Mardal Lodge

  • Yes, Lough Mardal Lodge is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Lough Mardal Lodge is 6.8 miles from the centre of Donegal. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Lough Mardal Lodge offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Fishing
    • Horse riding

  • The prices at Lough Mardal Lodge may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Check-in at Lough Mardal Lodge is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.