The Rusty Mackerel

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Scored 8.4
Rated very good

Free WiFi

9.7

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About this property

Historic Setting: The Rusty Mackerel in Carrick Teelin, Ireland, is housed in a historic building. The property is pet-friendly and offers free WiFi throughout. Exceptional Facilities: Guests enjoy a sun terrace, garden, restaurant, bar, and nightclub. Additional amenities include an outdoor seating area, picnic area, and live music. Comfortable Accommodations: Rooms feature private bathrooms, tea and coffee makers, hairdryers, and soundproofing. Free on-site parking is available. Dining Experience: The family-friendly restaurant serves Irish, seafood, local, and European cuisines. Breakfast options include continental, full English/Irish, and vegetarian. Prime Location: Located 71 km from Donegal Airport and 2 km from Slieve League, the lodge is near attractions such as Glencolumbkille Folk Village (11 km) and Narin & Portnoo Golf Club (35 km).

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Restaurant
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar

Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian

Options with:

  • Terrace

  • Free parking available on-site

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Standard Double Room
  • 1 double bed
Patio
Private bathroom
Soundproofing
Terrace
  • Free toiletries
  • Toilet
  • Bath or shower
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Towels
  • Linen
  • Socket near the bed
  • Cleaning products
  • Children's high chair
  • Private entrance
  • Ironing facilities
  • Tea/Coffee maker
  • Iron
  • Heating
  • Hairdryer
  • Fan
  • Electric kettle
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Clothes rack
  • Toilet paper
  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
Max persons: 2
US$125 per night
Price US$375
Excluded: 13.5 % VAT
  • Fabulous breakfast US$0
  • Non-refundable
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Max persons: 2
US$132 per night
Price US$395
Excluded: 13.5 % VAT
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Standard Triple Room
  • 2 double beds
Patio
Private bathroom
Soundproofing
Terrace
Max persons: 2
US$140 per night
Price US$420
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Peter
Ireland Ireland
“Food was amazing, would recommend. There was a nice warm log fire on arrival in the bar, perfect.”
Melanie
Ireland Ireland
“Great location. Lovely food. Rooms were ideal and great value. Music was excellent”
Celine
Ireland Ireland
“The location, the staff, the food, the rooms, the music, the locals...absolutely fantastic!! We celebrated a surprise birthday and it was amazing from we arrived until breakfast the next morning ⭐️💯”
Sarah
Ireland Ireland
“Very friendly staff, lovely food and scenic location”
Daniel
Ireland Ireland
“The food was amazing and the staff and atmosphere were excellent”
Patricia
Ireland Ireland
“It was very dog friendly ,and in the same breath so clean .the staff are unbelievable soo great”
Patricia
Ireland Ireland
“I liked that there was no television in the property or in the sleeping cabins. Cabins were very small but fit for purpose, could have done with a chair in the room. It had WiFi but no coverage away from it. Staff extremely friendly and nothing...”
Eileen
Ireland Ireland
“Excellent rooms located right behind The Rusty Mackerel. Very comfortable and clean. Staff were more than helpful to us all & made our stay unique. We would highly recommend.”
Jane
Ireland Ireland
“Travelled to see Slieve League by boat. Fabulous staff, friendly locals and wonderful atmosphere!”
Margaret
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The friendliness of staff, the all round atmosphere of the place and the food”

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
Restaurant #1
  • Cuisine
    Irish • Seafood • Local • European
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly • Traditional
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

House rules

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Check-in
From 16:00 to 22:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Check-out
From 08:30 to 11:00
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Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free

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Pets
Free!Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

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

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.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.