Donaghadee
Things to do in Donaghadee, County Down
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Donaghadee in County Down draws visitors who want a base by the water without the fuss of a larger resort. The accommodation here runs to a handful of hotels and guest houses—Pier 36, rated 4.5 from over 1,600 reviews, is well-established—alongside Four Acres Farm if you prefer to camp. One Shore Street and The Lantern, both highly rated, offer smaller alternatives for those who want something more intimate.
The eating scene is the real draw. Saints & Sinners stands out with a 4.9 rating across 241 reviews, while Bridewell coffee and provisions (4.6 from 287 reviews) and The Stormy Cup (4.5 from 561 reviews) are solid neighbourhood spots. Boardwalk Social rounds out the options. None of these are famous-name chains; they read as the kind of places locals eat, which tends to be a good sign for a visitor looking for genuine food rather than theatre.
Drumawhey Junction, rated 4.9 from 99 reviews, is listed as the main attraction, though the specific appeal isn't spelled out in what we know. The town itself appears to function as a quiet spot to stay rather than a destination packed with things to do—the sort of place where you settle in, eat well, and spend time on the seafront or exploring at your own pace.
Where to stay in Donaghadee(3)
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One Shore Street
1 Shore Street, Donaghadee
Pier 36
36 The Parade, Donaghadee
The Lantern
22 The Meadows, Donaghadee
9.1
Cairn Bay Lodge
Seacliff Road, overlooking Ballyholme Bay
from £110/night
9.0
Bangor Bay Self Catering
Seacliff Road, on the waterfront near the town centre
from £125/night
Premier Inn Bangor
Central Bangor, close to the seafront and marina
from £79/night
Marine Court Hotel
The Marina, Bangor
8.6
The Nines
Seacliff Road, on Bangor's seafront by the marina
from £145/night
Things to Do in Donaghadee(1)
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Attractions Near Donaghadee
All attractions in Donaghadee →Worth the trip — within 50 miles of Donaghadee.
4 mi
Cockle Row Cottages
Groomsport · ⭐ 4.1
5 mi
Bangor Aurora
Bangor, County Down · ⭐ 4.0
5 mi
Airtastic Entertainment Centre Bangor
Bangor, County Down · ⭐ 4.4
5 mi
Eddie Irvine Sports
Bangor, County Down · ⭐ 4.4
6 mi
Pickie Family Fun Park
Bangor, County Down · ⭐ 4.4
6 mi
Ark Open Farm
Newtownards · ⭐ 4.8
7 mi
Happy Town
Newtownards · ⭐ 4.2
7 mi
Ballywalter Beach
Newtownards · ⭐ 4.6
Camping in Donaghadee(1)
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Self-Catering Cottages in Donaghadee
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Hillcrest Cottage
2 bed · sleeps 4 · from £1,047
Melvin Lodge Apartments
3 cottages · from £463
South Haven
3 bed · sleeps 6 · from £957
Sandpipers
2 bed · sleeps 4 · from £367
Blair Terrace
4 bed · sleeps 8 · from £751
The Fairways
3 cottages · from £433
The Old Toll House
1 bed · sleeps 2 · from £637
Braefield
7 bed · sleeps 15 · from £1,352
Common questions about Donaghadee
How many campsites are there in Donaghadee?
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Where can I stay in Donaghadee?
We list 3 hotels, B&Bs and guest houses in and around Donaghadee.
What is there to do in Donaghadee?
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Where can I eat in Donaghadee?
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