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Castle Gate Lodge

35 Waterloo Street
Rated 8.7 in 148 reviews

Castle Gate Lodge in Derry Londonderry, United Kingdom, offers a cozy and welcoming atmosphere that appeals to travelers seeking a peaceful retreat in the heart of the city. This charming boutique hotel is nestled near the historic city walls, providing guests with easy access to the vibrant culture and history of Derry Londonderry. With its convenient location, Castle Gate Lodge is an ideal base for exploring nearby attractions such as the Guildhall, St. Columb’s Cathedral, and the Tower Museum.

The hotel's interior harmonizes modern amenities with classic design elements, offering guests a comfortable and stylish environment. Each room is thoughtfully decorated with attention to detail, ensuring a relaxing stay whether you're in town for business or leisure. Guests can enjoy amenities such as complimentary Wi-Fi, flat-screen televisions, and coffee-making facilities to enhance their experience.

Castle Gate Lodge prides itself on providing personalized service, making sure each guest feels at home. The friendly and attentive staff are always on hand to offer recommendations on local dining, entertainment, and sightseeing opportunities.

For those looking to relax after a day of exploration, the hotel features a cozy lounge area where guests can unwind with a book or enjoy a drink. The ambiance reflects the rich heritage of Derry Londonderry while incorporating contemporary comforts.

With its prime location and commitment to excellent service, Castle Gate Lodge is a delightful choice for travelers seeking a unique and memorable stay in one of Northern Ireland's most historic cities.

Climate and Weather

January
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Michelin Restaurants in Derry Londonderry and near Castle Gate Lodge

St. Eugene's Cathedral
St. Eugene's Cathedral
Church building in Derry, County Londonderry, Northern Ireland
490m / 0.31mi
St Columb's Cathedral
St Columb's Cathedral
Church building in Derry, County Londonderry, Northern Ireland
320m / 350yd
Londonderry and Enniskillen Railway
Former railway company in what is now the Republic of Ireland
0.6km / 0.36mi
St Columba's Church
St Columba's Church
Church building in Derry, County Londonderry, Northern Ireland
0.6km / 0.35mi
Tower Museum
Tower Museum
Local history museum in Northern Ireland, United Kingdom
100m / 110yd
Diamond War Memorial
Diamond War Memorial
War memorial in Derry, Northern Ireland
150m / 170yd
Foyle College
Secondary school
1.7km / 1.1mi
Carlisle Road Methodist
Carlisle Road Methodist
Church building in Derry, County Londonderry, Northern Ireland
390m / 420yd
First Presbyterian
First Presbyterian
Church building in Derry, County Londonderry, Northern Ireland
150m / 160yd
Bloody Sunday Memorial
Bloody Sunday Memorial
Memorial commemorating the Bloody Sunday massacre, in Joseph's Place, Derry
200m / 210yd
H-Block Memorial
H-Block Memorial
Memorial commemorating the Long Kesh hunger strike
270m / 290yd
Seán Ó Cianáin
Seán Ó Cianáin
Memorial in Bogside, Derry
280m / 310yd
Derry Gaol
480m / 0.3mi
Free Derry Corner
Free Derry Corner
Irish historical landmark
310m / 340yd
Grianan of Aileach
Grianan of Aileach
Fort in County Donegal, Ireland
7.4km / 4.6mi
Burt Presbyterian Church
Church in Speenoge, County Donegal, Ireland
8.2km / 5.1mi
St Aengus’s Church
St Aengus’s Church
Church in Burt, County Donegal, Ireland
8.3km / 5.2mi
Burt Castle
Burt Castle
Ruined castle in County Donegal, Ireland
11.8km / 7.3mi
Church of All Saints
Church in Newtowncunningham, County Donegal, Ireland
11.8km / 7.3mi
Saint Patrick's RC Chapel
Church in Eskaheen, County Donegal, Ireland
10.5km / 6.5mi
St Mura's
St Mura's
Church in Fahan, County Donegal, Ireland
13.2km / 8.2mi
Church of Ireland
Church in Inch Island, County Donegal, Ireland
13km / 8.1mi
Inch Presbyterian Church
Church in Inch Island, County Donegal, Ireland
12.8km / 8mi
Inch Castle
Inch Castle
Ruined castle in County Donegal, Ireland
12.5km / 7.7mi
Church of All Saints
Church in Newtowncunningham, County Donegal, Ireland
12km / 7.5mi
Altinaghree Castle
Altinaghree Castle
Castle in Northern Ireland
14km / 8.7mi
Saint Patricks
Church building in Strabane, County Tyrone, Northern Ireland
16km / 9.9mi
Inch Fort
Inch Fort
Fortification in County Donegal, Ireland
15.7km / 9.7mi
St Mary’s Oratory
St Mary’s Oratory
Church in Buncrana, County Donegal, Ireland
17.4km / 10.8mi
Christ Church
Christ Church
Church in Buncrana, County Donegal, Ireland
17.5km / 10.9mi
Neds Point Fort
Neds Point Fort
Disused fort in County Donegal, Ireland
18.7km / 11.7mi
Battle of Knockavoe
19.4km / 12mi
Buncrana Castle
Buncrana Castle
Country house in County Donegal, Ireland
18.3km / 11.4mi
O'Doherty's Keep
O'Doherty's Keep
Tower house or keep in County Donegal, Ireland
18.3km / 11.3mi
Church of the Immaculate Conception
Church building in Strabane, County Tyrone, Northern Ireland
21.1km / 13.1mi
Ballykelly Presbyterian Church
Ballykelly Presbyterian Church
Church building in Ballykelly, County Londonderry, Northern Ireland
20.4km / 12.7mi
Christ Church
Christ Church
Church building in Strabane, County Tyrone, Northern Ireland
21km / 13mi
St Lugadius, Clonleigh Church of Ireland
St Lugadius, Clonleigh Church of Ireland
Church in Lifford, County Donegal, Ireland
20.7km / 12.9mi
Pluck Standing Stone
Standing stone in County Donegal, Ireland
21.1km / 13.1mi
Oakfield Demesne
Oakfield Demesne
Townland in Raphoe, County Donegal, Ireland
20.8km / 13mi
Pilkington Martello Tower
Pilkington Martello Tower
Martello Tower at Macamish Point, Co. Donegal
20.3km / 12.6mi
Gray's Stationery Shop (and Printing Presses)
Gray's Stationery Shop (and Printing Presses)
Retail building in Strabane, County Tyrone, Northern Ireland
21.1km / 13.1mi
North Pole, Dumfree
Public house in Drumfree, County Donegal, Ireland
22.7km / 14.1mi
Beltany stone circle
Beltany stone circle
Bronze Age stone circle
24.3km / 15.1mi
Green Lane Museum
Museum in Limavady, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom
24.7km / 15.3mi

What to do in Derry Londonderry and near Castle Gate Lodge

St. Eugene's Cathedral
St. Eugene's Cathedral
Church building in Derry, County Londonderry, Northern Ireland
490m / 0.31mi
St Columb's Cathedral
St Columb's Cathedral
Church building in Derry, County Londonderry, Northern Ireland
320m / 350yd
Londonderry and Enniskillen Railway
Former railway company in what is now the Republic of Ireland
0.6km / 0.36mi
St Columba's Church
St Columba's Church
Church building in Derry, County Londonderry, Northern Ireland
0.6km / 0.35mi
Tower Museum
Tower Museum
Local history museum in Northern Ireland, United Kingdom
100m / 110yd
Diamond War Memorial
Diamond War Memorial
War memorial in Derry, Northern Ireland
150m / 170yd
Foyle College
Secondary school
1.7km / 1.1mi
Carlisle Road Methodist
Carlisle Road Methodist
Church building in Derry, County Londonderry, Northern Ireland
390m / 420yd
First Presbyterian
First Presbyterian
Church building in Derry, County Londonderry, Northern Ireland
150m / 160yd
Bloody Sunday Memorial
Bloody Sunday Memorial
Memorial commemorating the Bloody Sunday massacre, in Joseph's Place, Derry
200m / 210yd
H-Block Memorial
H-Block Memorial
Memorial commemorating the Long Kesh hunger strike
270m / 290yd
Seán Ó Cianáin
Seán Ó Cianáin
Memorial in Bogside, Derry
280m / 310yd
Derry Gaol
480m / 0.3mi
Free Derry Corner
Free Derry Corner
Irish historical landmark
310m / 340yd
Grianan of Aileach
Grianan of Aileach
Fort in County Donegal, Ireland
7.4km / 4.6mi
Burt Presbyterian Church
Church in Speenoge, County Donegal, Ireland
8.2km / 5.1mi
St Aengus’s Church
St Aengus’s Church
Church in Burt, County Donegal, Ireland
8.3km / 5.2mi
Burt Castle
Burt Castle
Ruined castle in County Donegal, Ireland
11.8km / 7.3mi
Church of All Saints
Church in Newtowncunningham, County Donegal, Ireland
11.8km / 7.3mi
Saint Patrick's RC Chapel
Church in Eskaheen, County Donegal, Ireland
10.5km / 6.5mi
St Mura's
St Mura's
Church in Fahan, County Donegal, Ireland
13.2km / 8.2mi
Church of Ireland
Church in Inch Island, County Donegal, Ireland
13km / 8.1mi
Inch Presbyterian Church
Church in Inch Island, County Donegal, Ireland
12.8km / 8mi
Inch Castle
Inch Castle
Ruined castle in County Donegal, Ireland
12.5km / 7.7mi
Church of All Saints
Church in Newtowncunningham, County Donegal, Ireland
12km / 7.5mi
Altinaghree Castle
Altinaghree Castle
Castle in Northern Ireland
14km / 8.7mi
Saint Patricks
Church building in Strabane, County Tyrone, Northern Ireland
16km / 9.9mi
Inch Fort
Inch Fort
Fortification in County Donegal, Ireland
15.7km / 9.7mi
St Mary’s Oratory
St Mary’s Oratory
Church in Buncrana, County Donegal, Ireland
17.4km / 10.8mi
Christ Church
Christ Church
Church in Buncrana, County Donegal, Ireland
17.5km / 10.9mi

About Derry Londonderry

Derry Londonderry, a city rich in history and culture, offers a variety of experiences for visitors. One of the most significant attractions is the City Walls, which are among the best-preserved fortifications in Europe. Walking along these walls provides a glimpse into the city's past and stunning views of the surrounding area.

Another key site is the Museum of Free Derry, which chronicles the events of the civil rights movement in Northern Ireland. This museum offers a profound understanding of the city's complex history and the struggles faced by its residents.

The Guildhall, with its ornate architecture, serves as a central hub for civic events and exhibitions. It is an excellent place to learn about Derry's local governance and history. Nearby, the Peace Bridge symbolizes the reconciliation between communities and offers a scenic route for walking or cycling along the River Foyle.

For those interested in religious history, the St. Columb's Cathedral is worth a visit. This beautiful church, dating back to the 17th century, is the city's oldest surviving building and features significant historical artifacts.

Cultural enthusiasts may enjoy the Derry Theatre or various local galleries showcasing contemporary art and traditional crafts. The city hosts several festivals throughout the year, celebrating everything from music to arts, which can provide an engaging local experience.

Lastly, exploring the diverse culinary scene, including traditional Irish pubs and modern eateries, allows visitors to sample local flavors. The combination of history, culture, and community makes Derry Londonderry a noteworthy destination for those looking to explore Northern Ireland.




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