At Sandhouse Hotel, you can look forward to a garden, laundry facilities and a bar. Treat yourself to a manicure/pedicure, a facial or a body treatment at the on-site spa. Enjoy a meal at the two on-site restaurants. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
Free self-parking
Full breakfast (surcharge), an outdoor tennis court and luggage storage
Free newspapers, a lift and 1 meeting room
Room features
All 55 individually decorated rooms include amenities such as free WiFi.
Daily full breakfast available 8:30 AM to 10 AM for a fee: EUR 16 per person
2 restaurants
A bar/lounge
Restaurants on site
Glassroom Restaurant
Seashell Restaurant
Things to do
Full-service spa
Outdoor tennis court
Family friendly
Laundry facilities
Conveniences
Free newspapers in lobby
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Guest services
Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Housekeeping (daily)
Tour and ticket assistance
Business services
Meeting room
Outdoors
Garden
In the mountains
On the beach
Full-service spa
Body scrubs
Facials
Manicures/pedicures
Massage
Spa open daily
Accessibility
Lift
More
3 floors
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Banquet hall
Designated smoking areas
Local culture and ecosystem education
Room amenities
Bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Towels provided
Entertainment
TV
More
Connecting rooms available
Desk
Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
Heating
Individual decor
LED lighting
Recycling
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for full breakfast: from approximately EUR 16 per person
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts major credit cards, debit cards and cash
We should mention
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
National rating
Rating provided by Fáilte Ireland, the National Tourism Development Authority of Ireland, source of official star ratings for accommodation.
Property is also known as
Sandhouse Hotel Hotel
Sandhouse Hotel
Sandhouse Hotel Rossnowlagh
Sandhouse Rossnowlagh
Sandhouse Hotel County Donegal, Ireland - Rossnowlagh
Sandhouse Hotel Rossnowlagh
Sandhouse Hotel Hotel Rossnowlagh
Frequently asked questions
Is Sandhouse Hotel pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Sandhouse Hotel?
As of 20 June 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sandhouse Hotel on 23 June 2025 start from AU$391.08, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Sandhouse Hotel?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Sandhouse Hotel?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Sandhouse Hotel?
Checkout is at 11 AM.
Where is Sandhouse Hotel located?
Nestled on the beach, this Rossnowlagh hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Rossnowlagh Beach and Franciscan Friary. Donegal Golf Club and Catsby Cave are also within 9 miles (15 km).
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Sandhouse Hotel Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 199 out of 325 reviews
10 - Excellent
199
Rating 8 - Good. 91 out of 325 reviews
8 - Good
91
Rating 6 - Okay. 24 out of 325 reviews
6 - Okay
24
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 325 reviews
4 - Poor
8
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 325 reviews
2 - Terrible
3
9.0/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
9.2/10
Amenities
8.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10
Lovely hotel, excellent food, professional friendly staff
Lisa
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
10/10
Brilliant hotel, great view very friendly helpful staff, wound recommended to anyone
Joseph Michael
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
10/10
Rooms are large, linens lovely, views spectacular. Very friendly people.
Kristina
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
10/10
Loved this hotel.
Cathy
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
10/10
The views across the Atlantic from bedrooms are stunning …excellent food and service !!
Thomas
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
10/10
Loved being right on the beach and listening to the waves all night. The food was great and the staff was wonderful.
Janet
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10
I really enjoyed the stay.
Kendrick
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
10/10
The view from Sand House is wonderful and we were impressed with the meals.
Nancy
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
8/10
Lovely location
Colleen
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
10/10
Amazing beachfront hotel, clean inside and out. Great food. Beautiful place!
George
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
10/10
Lovely view out over beach.
Bernard
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
8/10
Food was fabulous as was the service. Beds very comfy. Room decor a bit dated but overall an enjoyable stay.
Laura
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
10/10
We had a really nice stay. Breakfasts and dinners were great. We loved walking on the beach and the beautiful views from our room and the restaurant. Our room was very clean and quiet and parking was easy, what more could we ask for?
William
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
8/10
The view from our room was absolutely beautiful looking straight onto the beech. Enjoyed relaxing on the sun veranda on the second floor.
Meals were first class and staff were so friendly.
Really enjoyed our few days there.
Eileen
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10
Unbelievable views of the Atlantic Ocean and convenient access to the beach from this hotel and the restaurant was delicious. I can’t recommend it highly enough!
Jeff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
10/10
Charming and very helpful concierge.
Wonderful vintage establishment.
Ned
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
10/10
The hotel was beautiful and the staff were lovely. Only sorry we weren’t able to stay longer.
Andrew
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
8/10
Lovely
gianluca
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
6/10
I booked a double room and for some reason was booked as a single traveller
Hotel didn’t change our room and bed was quite small and not the most comfortable
After a bit of debate with hotel reception we were not charged any extra but were disappointed with uncomfortable bed
Had to show proof of purchase of what I had actually paid for room and was slightly embarrassed
We love rossnowlagh and have stayed in this hotel on quite a few occasions .food and overall trip was enjoyable but booking experience leaves a lot to be desired
Conor
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
8/10
Spacious room with great view old style elegance if a bit dated. Seating area wonderful
Susan
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
8/10
The location is perfect, good restaurant & bar, however the bedroom, bathrooms & towels need a major upgrade
Sadaf
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
10/10
Amazing service excellent food cleanliness exceptional and I am so fussy
Katherine in the restaurant nothing too much trouble but all the girls fab
Karla in the spa again it’s all exceptional service professionalism ensuring your spa experience leaves you relaxed and revived exceptional cleanliness again
Trust me visit you won’t be disappointed it’s an 11/ 10
Patricia
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
8/10
The room is huge with a fantastic view of the ocean.
Most pleasing to look at.Staff friendly and receptionist too.Food great just found it too rushed with the servings.Would definitely recommend Hotel to implement room service…..Otherwise great value for money
luke
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
6/10
We stayed in the Sandhouse many years ago and throughly enjoyed our stay in a luxury 4 star experience. This time it was as if the place had stayed still in time in every sense it is tired it is grubby and has lost its panache. On a positive the breakfast was first class and all the staff were lovely. So whilst I would not say it was a disaster the 4 star pricing was not reflective of the hotel standard.
Lynne
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10
This is a BEAUTIFUL older property in a spectacular location! The room was beautiful, filled with antique furniture and a canopy bed! The staff were all friendly and warm, like they've known you forever. We will definitely be back....HIGHLY RECOMMEND