A. very enjoyable visit to the pottery factory…read more We took the tour and leaned about the craft and people. Everyone who works here is a resident of the town of Belleek. The skill is taught parent to child and each stage of the process requires a specialized skill. A throwback to olden days. The workers are paid by piece and any that do not measure up are summarily destroyed. We bought some items for gifts and for ourselves and had them shipped home. All very easy. No need to carry expensive porcelain on the jet. Highly recommend a visit. Mark & Nancy.

It's very much personal taste but I find Parian china beautiful - some of the pieces on display…read morehere are stunning to see. The generation before mine really cared for this delicate, almost translucent, almost weightless, fine porcelain (as they did for Waterford Crystal lead glassware) that is characterised by its thinness, slightly iridescent surface and body formulated with a significant proportion of frit. When made the delicate ware goes through 16 pairs of hands before it's ready to sell. I'm pleased to be the owner of some beautifully designed pieces and it saddens me that it's popularity has waned - things of beauty are a joy forever. The company which began in 1857 has had to to diversify just to survive as the current generation won't thank you for true craftwork that often is of itself an art form. Now they also sell cutlery, kitchenware, glassware, table lamps and so on. The village is right on the border between Northern and Southern Ireland - literally you can cross the border from the pottery by just a few steps. If you are close by it's worth a visit as it's not just free to go in, it's a living museum.

Husband and I went here for dinner while visiting from the USA. He had been wanting to get fish and…read morechips for several days and theirs didn't disappoint! He was quite happy. I got the short rib dinner with carrots and broccoli. It was delicious, the meat tender and flavorful. No room for dessert.

Really great place I went to last month but be sure to make a reservation ahead of time as this…read morerestaurant is popular. I recommend the pie.

Very good. Staff were patient with me (I am trying to learn Gaelic but mainly speak English. When I…read morespeak to the staff in English they responded in English and when I spoke to them in Gaelic they responded in Gaelic, which I thought was really nice). I did get stressed on one occasion as I have Aspergers but, again, they were very patient with me. The food was very good and the room me and my mum stayed in was nice and big, with lots of lighting options. There was also a bath in the en suite, which is very impressive. The Ceili was a good experience also. Definetly a nice space. I don't recommend attempting to walk to the shops though as they are very far, so try and remember to bring everything you need. Probably the friendliest bar and hotel staff I have ever encountered

Iced Coffee Takeaway review. A highly rated restaurant on Yelp, however, the seating was full and…read morewe decided to go elsewhere. Later, I chose to return for an iced coffee takeaway. "Iced Coffee" means either an iced Americano or an Iced Latte. I chose the former. Before anyone took my order, I waited approximately five or six minutes. Since I was in no rush, I didn't mind. What impressed me was the number of servers who asked me if I was alright. The entry area bustled with the back and forth of servers providing water to the patrons. The dessert case looked tantalizing! I also noticed that all coffee drinks contain two shots! I was guaranteed a nice Americano. My time to order arrived, and not long after, I walked out with my very satisfying iced drink. Another note: The quaint restaurant was beautifully decorated with lights in arches which affords a charming atmosphere.

Excellent food and service! We got seated right away even though it was really busy.I got a salad…read morewith pomegranate,butternut squash and goat cheese with half club sandwich.My husband got half sandwhich soup combo-blended veg soup and club sandwich. Everything was excellent

We just had a stay at the Abbey Hotel in Donegal Town. The town is lovely, lots of food and…read moreshopping options and historic sites. A great base if you want to see Donegal. The hotel was nice, looks like they sprucing it up at the moment. Nice bar and restaurant and the breakfast was lovely. Service at the front desk a little lacking.

Pool staff karin is very rude to children and under age people great hotel but she ruined my day i…read morecame in 10 minutes early for the teen club and she made me wait outside in the cold then when I didn't have a membership I offered to pay to get in and she kicked me out I do not recommend Karin I instead recommended Michael he is very kind and patient with me

Comfortable,charming and about 15 minute walk to city center.Very quiet,slept soundly.We enjoyed…read moredrinks,dinner and breakfast (breakfast was free). Highly recommend! We almost stayed right downtown at Abbey,Center Hotel.It was crazy busy so glad we didn't!

The room had a patio but the door lock was impossible to open then lock back (spent 10-15 min…read moretrying to lock it back -need easier locks). They have heaters in rooms but they need to be marked on/off because the numbers are rubbed off. The room is spacious with lots of light. Overall fancy hotel & bar but were asked to leave dinner and go sit at the bar when we were done which seemed rude. The pool closed at 7:15 pm and then at 5:45 pm on our second night. The beds were comfortable. Amenities included wash clothes, shampoo, conditioner, body wash, fan, full-length mirror, large TV, and bottled water. The shower pressure sucked but the water gets hot. Our toilet seat was broken which should have been caught by housekeeping. Overall nice place & we would stay here again.

Great food and service! We chose 'take away' from the pre-made sandwiches in the deli section. Sit…read moredown service and a health section fill out the other parts of this modest shop. The Croquet Monsieur impressed me with its size and flavor. Pre-pressed, but warmed and cut before serving is how they arrive in their folded brown bag. Irish ham, cheese, and mustard lifted this sammie out the normal to excellent with the fresh-tasting combination of flavors on my tastebuds. Yum! The service was friendly, helpful, and professional. Their friendliness extended even to their invitation to join the town in cheering the home team in the upcoming Gaelic Football championship game!

We had an absolutely fantastic lunch at Simple Simon in Donegal Town! I ordered the vegetarian…read morerosti, and it was outstanding -- perfectly crunchy on the outside with layers of creamy avocado, topped with fresh arugula and tangy pickled red cabbage. The sides of roasted beets, feta cubes, and pumpkin seeds added the perfect balance of flavor and texture. My husband went for the BLT, which was packed with flavor -- beautifully toasted bread filled with crisp bacon, a perfectly cooked egg, and fresh salad greens. Everything tasted so fresh and thoughtfully prepared. They also have a great selection of coffees, which made the meal even better. Cozy atmosphere, friendly staff, and beautifully presented dishes -- can't recommend this spot highly enough!

Stayed 1 night B&B and used the spa. we had a Lakeview room with a balcony, the view was great…read moredespite not getting to use the balcony much, thanks to the wettest run of weather I can recall. The weather did not do much to dampen the stay though, the room, much like the hotel in general was clean, warm and very well finished. The horrendous weather only served to make the warm cosy atmosphere inside all the more enjoyable. The spa was lovely, stem room, sauna jacuzzis and water features were all very good and served to provide a very relaxing time. The restaurant was also a very decent standard, while the menu was not all that extensive it was furnished with good choices. We had a burger and split a number of starters and sides as we like a little of everything. The food was excellent, especially the seafood chowder! All in all an excellent stay, one that we look forward to repeating.

Very nice hotel with 5-star friendly, attentive staff. The grounds which surround the hotel have…read moregreat views overlooking over part of Lough Erne. It has recently been fully refurbished with the addition of a large conservatory area and new dining space within the main restaurant. In addition to the main restaurant, there is also a separate bar area which offers a carvery on both Saturday and Sundays. The spa is excellent with a good selection of treatment options. The pool is huge and there's also a good gym.