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NewGrange Lodge Reviews

Donore, Newgrange, Ireland

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90%Overall Rating

From 23 ratings
  • 89%Character
  • 90%Security
  • 96%Location
  • 94%Staff
  • 85%Atmosphere
  • 85%Cleanliness

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87%

very modest breakfast.......

  • Novice Nomad
  • 18 May 2012
  • Anonymous
  • Slovakia
  • Female 31-40
  • (1 review)


97%

Well the place certainly looked different today with a huge wedding being prepared for the next afternoon it was like getting a sneak peek. Another great stay for my last visit for a while as I am off home soon. Breakfast is very good and the hostel is clean and comfortable. Guest Kitchen needs a little work is all. PS - I accidentally stole to room key sorry guys, I'll pop it in the post ;) Cheers, James


90%

This guesthouse's location is superb if you're planning to visit Brú Na Bóinne, which is just a few meters away. The facilities are adequate, and the staff is very friendly and helpful. The only downside of our visit was the room's cleanliness. It looked OK, but as soon as we moved one of the beds a bit, we found plenty of rubbish under it, including food foil wrappers! Not a very nice sight.


67%

the shower door was broken The bed and the furnitures in the room were good. Very difficult to find by night but very close from Newgrange.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 26 Apr 2012
  • Anonymous
  • France
  • Couple 25-30
  • (2 reviews)


87%

nice place to stay for visiting Newgrange; Staff kind and helpfull

  • Novice Nomad
  • 25 Apr 2012
  • Anonymous
  • France
  • Male 31-40
  • (1 review)


100%

I so enjoyed staying at this hostel, and this was very much to do with the staff who were so helpful bringing extra blankets, arranging tours etc

  • Novice Nomad
  • 16 Apr 2012
  • Anonymous
  • England
  • Female 41+
  • (1 review)


73%

Staff were very friendly. Toilet did not flush. No toilet paper. No hot water. We were not able to have a shower.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 11 Apr 2012
  • Anonymous
  • Canada
  • Female 41+
  • (1 review)


80%

when i left i could not get a recpite for my stay i was told it would be e mailed to me that day i am still waiting

  • Novice Nomad
  • 08 Apr 2012
  • Anonymous
  • Ireland
  • Male 41+
  • (1 review)


80%

Great location near Newgrange. Staff tried to be helpful, but seemed to be a bit disorganised. Great bathroom, but room was dirty, with old, uncomfortable and even broken beds, which is a pity given that the whole house itself is beautiful. Brilliant breakfast!

  • Novice Nomad
  • 07 Apr 2012
  • Anonymous
  • Germany
  • Female 25-30
  • (2 reviews)


93%

The staff at New Grange could not have been more helpful, lovely atmosphere just what we were looking for.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 29 Mar 2012
  • Anonymous
  • England
  • Mixed Group 25-30
  • (1 review)


100%

We had booked two beds in a dorm and ended up in a lovely ensuite double instead. When we had to leave for a few days, they offered to keep our bags for us, and then gave us the same room again when we came back. It might not seem like much for most people, but after two weeks of dorms, this room was much appreciated. So thank you so much for a great stay. We will definitely come again.


90%

While there was some wear and tear on the rooms since my stay 5 years ago it remains a terrific hostel. Great staff and kitchen and sitting room facilities very close to the New Grange site.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 14 Feb 2012
  • Anonymous
  • Australia
  • Female 41+
  • (2 reviews)


93%

I do really like it here and thought I wouldn't return yet long story short I found myself back in Ireland and so had another chance. Wifi, parking, good beds and showers and perfect location. Everything was pretty Excellent as usual with the only criticism being the breakfast rooms and kitchen could have done with the once over, but as we were almost the only people in this was I dare say a small oversight. Sorry to hear you had been unwell my dear, see you perhaps in a few months. James


100%

Totally recomended!!!! The staff is great!!!! The breakfast is excellent and it`s just beside Newgrange you can go walking. The rooms are very confortable and the shower is just perfect. Top hostel for sure. Thanks a million.....


100%

We loved our visit. The staff were friendly and helpful. Only concern was a broken bathroom door handle and strange hot water in both rooms. Not a huge problem for just an overnight.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 21 Dec 2011
  • Anonymous
  • USA
  • Mixed Group 41+
  • (1 review)


100%

all staff so welcoming and helpful - it was delightful thank you

  • Novice Nomad
  • 20 Dec 2011
  • Anonymous
  • Ireland
  • Female 41+
  • (1 review)


90%

While it was convenient and good enough for simple work, the wifi was terribly slow on our last visit.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 18 Dec 2011
  • Anonymous
  • Australia
  • Male 41+
  • (1 review)


100%

Staff are friendly, competent, and available at all hours of the day and night. Facility is modern, spacious, well-decorated, and in good repair. Location is unbeatable.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 01 Dec 2011
  • Anonymous
  • USA
  • Male 41+
  • (1 review)




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