The Rusty Mackerel

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Scored 8.4
Rated very good

Free WiFi

9.6

About this property

Historic Setting: The Rusty Mackerel in Carrick Teelin, County Donegal, 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 spots, and family rooms. Dining Experience: The family-friendly restaurant serves Irish, seafood, local, and European cuisines. Menus cater to vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free diets. Prime Location: Located 71 km from Donegal Airport and 2 km from Slieve League, the lodge is near Glencolumbkille Folk Village (11 km) and Narin & Portnoo Golf Club (35 km).

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 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 (9.3)

  • Free parking available on-site

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Availability

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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

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”
Michelle
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“My husband and I arrived at The Rusty Mackerel and were greeted by a friendly girl. We stayed in one of the pods. It was a little small, but, it had everything you needed and was spotless. We ate and couldn't fault the food. The music and...”
Nuala
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Great location with a fun lively bar and a great atmosphere. Good food and great value for money”
Gallagher
Ireland Ireland
“Location perfect . Close to Slieve League where we were visiting Great bar and restaurant Food delish”
Breda
Ireland Ireland
“Lovely suite ,great atmosphere x friendly staff. Lovely breakfast”
David
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Great characterful place which was very busy with great atmosphere. Food was good if service a little disorganised. Modern rooms with good fittings.”
Mark
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Been here before and hopefully will be back staff and food couldn’t have been better😃”

Property surroundings

Restaurants

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

House rules

The Rusty Mackerel takes special requests - add in the next step!
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
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 option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

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

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
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.