Laburnum Lodge

Laburnum Lodge

9 Rockfield Madam's Bank Road, Derry BT48 8AU Northern Ireland
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#15 of 33 B&Bs in Derry
4.4 of 5 bubbles
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4.9 of 5 bubbles
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4.9 of 5 bubbles
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Located 300m from the Foyle Bridge and only 5 min drive from City Centre. A large guest lounge with open turf fire and access to outdoor decking area. Tea/coffee making facilities and free PC internet access. All rooms also have free wireless internet access. Private on site parking. Ideal base for touring Donegal/Causeway Coast.
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Free parking
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Non-smoking hotel
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Flatscreen TV
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Luke D wrote a review Sept 2014
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Myself and my grandfather stayed at Laburnum Lodge for three nights in August 2014.

Laburnum Lodge in the words of my grandfather himself was "the finest house to stay in Derry to stay in!"

This is truly a beautiful house, close to Derry's city centre and is welcoming, comfortable and certainly homelike.

Words simply do not describe the experience both Teresa & Donal McCay gave to the two of us. Teresa a Co. Donegal native, had great time for my grandfather as did Donal who kept him happy with stories from the past and they hit it off instantly. Teresa showed a real interest in the both of us and it honestly felt like they was old friends we haven't seen for some time. Donal was more than happy to have two ex pat Derry men staying, and shared with us a variety of books on the history of Derry.

Donal cooked a more than perfect traditional Irish breakfast every morning, and would spare his time to make conversation. Teresa too, full of the craic. It was also very nice to have people who understood what "what about ye hye" means and use to the phrase "How's it going."
Staying here reminded me why the people of Derry and Donegal are so very special.

The room was spacious, very clean and accompanied with a nice view. The very small critique would be the TV. It was a tad small and difficult to watch without having to lie down. However, there wasn't much need to watch TV as the craic was ninety.

Laburnum Lodge is the number one place to stay if you are looking for an enjoyable, relaxed and entertaining stay in Derry. The owners have great time for you, and are more than happy to give advice in where to visit. You are assured of a good nights sleep, a good breakfast and a really good cup of tea.

Staying here and with Donal and Teresa, made my visit home to Derry exceptional. I wish I could of stayed longer. My Grandfather was also delighted and still sings their praises.
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Date of stay: August 2014
4.0 of 5 bubblesRooms
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
5.0 of 5 bubblesSleep Quality
Trip type: Travelled with family
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AussieTourer48 wrote a review Oct 2009
Adelaide, Australia
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Laburnum Lodge was the first of several B&Bs we stayed at in Ireland, and overall was the best. The key to our rating is undoubtedly Teresa and Donal, not only for their friendly helpful style, but also for helping us out when our car had an issue late one night. They made us feel like friends from afar, and we also noticed that they gave another guest the distance and space he preferred. The house has a lounge for the use of the guests, which is set up with comfortable chairs,a TV and computer for guest use. The bedrooms have very comfortable beds and the en-suite was well set up. Breakfast was very good, served promptly and hot. I would not hesitate to recommend this B&B to anyone visiting Derry.
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Date of stay: September 2009
5.0 of 5 bubblesValue
5.0 of 5 bubblesRooms
5.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
5.0 of 5 bubblesCleanliness
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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mrSnap57 wrote a review Feb 2015
Saint Paul, Minnesota
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Teresa and Donal are warm friendly people who went out of their way to insure we were well taken care of. We felt very comfortable here. The beds were comfortable, the food was delicous. Very close to the city. Teresa was very helpful reccomending places for us to visit.
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Date of stay: May 2014
5.0 of 5 bubblesValue
5.0 of 5 bubblesCleanliness
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
Trip type: Travelled with family
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Pavar0tti wrote a review Sept 2009
Tuscany
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Nice B&B, no complaints about the rooms, friendly folks running the place and decent enough breakfast. Handy for the airport but a good bit away from the main attractions of Derry for my liking.
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Date of stay: August 2009
4.0 of 5 bubblesValue
4.0 of 5 bubblesRooms
2.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
4.0 of 5 bubblesCleanliness
4.0 of 5 bubblesService
Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Candy M wrote a review Jul 2014
Conroe, Texas
4.0 of 5 bubbles
This place was located close to a main intersection. We had a small struggle finding it because of the names of streets, but noting of their fault. This location was convenient to exploring Londonderry. The hosts were accommodating and breakfast was just as ordered (Donal has a good memory) The dining area has a big screen TV where we watched world cup in the late afternoon.There is tea and coffee available at all times in this room. Also in the dining room was a selection of "the troubles" books with lots of pictures that we looked through. Bath had on-demand hot water which was wonderful. Rooms were nice. Theresa had a lot of tips. The Sainsbury around the corner is a great grocery to pick up a few nibbles.
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Date of stay: June 2014
4.0 of 5 bubblesValue
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4.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
4.0 of 5 bubblesCleanliness
4.0 of 5 bubblesService
4.0 of 5 bubblesSleep Quality
Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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jei_10 wrote a review May 2014
Wilmslow, United Kingdom
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Stayed for 2 nights at the Laburnum Lodge on a recent holiday in Northern Ireland. It's a great B&B and Teresa and Donal are super hosts and just can'y do enough for you.Breakfasts are overwhelming! Derry is a super place to visit and we'll definitely stay here again if we come back to Derry.
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Date of stay: May 2014Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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KerryNewJersey wrote a review Oct 2013
New Jersey
5.0 of 5 bubbles
This is a beautiful B&B. We stayed here two week-day nights in September. The rooms are immaculate and thoughtfully furnished and the food is exceptional. However, the very best part of this B&B is the owners, Donal and Teresa. They absolutely could not do enough for us. They provided advice on what to see, where to go, and how to do it. Teresa called a taxi, and told the driver exactly where to take us in Derry. They recommended excellent restaurants and repeated directions as many times as we needed. Although they obviously have very busy lives, they never hesitated to stop and help us with our questions. Our last day, they went above and beyond what anyone could have expected. My husband is an insulin dependent diabetic,and he discovered that he was missing one of his bottles of insulin. Donal took him to a doctor for a script and to a chemist to get the insulin. What could have been a disaster, turned into just a delay in our departure. We cannot thank Donal and Teresa for all they did for us. If you want to enjoy your stay Derry, this is the place to do it.
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Date of stay: September 2013
5.0 of 5 bubblesValue
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5.0 of 5 bubblesCleanliness
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5.0 of 5 bubblesSleep Quality
Trip type: Travelled with friends
Room Tip: I don't think there is a bad room. Because we were travelling with a friend, we used two...
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Helisa653 wrote a review Jun 2013
Southport, United Kingdom
5.0 of 5 bubbles
My daughter and I stayed three nights at Laburnum Lodge. The owners, Teresa and Donal could not have done anything more to make our stay enjoyable. From the initial phone call to book, until the morning we left, Teresa and Donal were warm, welcoming, friendly and helpful. They clearly take great pride in accommodating each guest's individual wishes and were very flexible with timings for us.
Our room was spotless, nicely furnished and very comfortable, breakfast superb, the location great..suburban enough be relaxing but only 10 mins in a taxi to the centre of the thriving City of Derry.
We enjoyed some lively conversations genuinely feel we have made new friends, and will definitely stay again.
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Date of stay: May 2013
5.0 of 5 bubblesValue
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5.0 of 5 bubblesCleanliness
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5.0 of 5 bubblesSleep Quality
Trip type: Travelled with family
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ifihadafish wrote a review Aug 2011
Newtownards, United Kingdom
5.0 of 5 bubbles
So glad we discovered Teresa and Donal's excellent Laburnum Lodge. Incredible hosts who make you feel part of their family. Lovely B&B that is spotlessly clean and great breakfast to wake up too.

Great nights chatting away to them both and we are looking to return as soon as possible.

Lovely part of the world and easy access to both the stunning North Antrim coastline and glorious Donegal.

The Allen clan, Newtownards, Northern Ireland
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Date of stay: July 2011
5.0 of 5 bubblesValue
5.0 of 5 bubblesCleanliness
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
5.0 of 5 bubblesSleep Quality
Trip type: Travelled with family
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Jessica R wrote a review Oct 2014
Brooklyn, New York
5.0 of 5 bubbles
My friend and I went on a whirlwind driving trip through Ireland and decided to find places to stay along the way as we went. We called the Laburnum Lodge on our way into Derry and they had a cute two twin bed room with an ensuite available for us. It was very easy to find, the Lodge was clean, inviting, and adorable. The room itself was amazing, with plush beds, a great ensuite bath with towel warmer and shower with wonderful water pressure, and a television. The owner, Donal, was so nice to us and even waited for us when we told him about our late arrival. Such a welcoming place that I would HIGHLY recommend!!!!
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Date of stay: October 2014
5.0 of 5 bubblesValue
4.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Gallagheruttoxeter wrote a tip Sept 2014
uttoxeter19 contributions6 helpful votes
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"All the rooms offer a similar level of comfort."
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Kenneth E wrote a tip Jun 2014
Portsmouth, United Kingdom3 contributions1 helpful vote
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"Only a small B&B but all rooms are equally good"
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KerryNewJersey wrote a tip Oct 2013
New Jersey47 contributions61 helpful votes
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"I don't think there is a bad room. Because we were travelling with a friend, we used two rooms and both were lovely."
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ABATBFC wrote a tip Sept 2013
Utopia1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"All the rooms seemed good. Ask the hosts - they will tell you straight!"
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MarieMaroo wrote a tip Apr 2013
Belfast, United Kingdom29 contributions10 helpful votes
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"Top tip - just stay here!"
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Frequently Asked Questions about Laburnum Lodge
Which popular attractions are close to Laburnum Lodge?
Nearby attractions include Derry City Cemetery (4.4 km), Wild Ireland (3.4 km), and Museum of Free Derry (3.7 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Laburnum Lodge?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, a lounge, and free parking.
What food & drink options are available at Laburnum Lodge?
Guests can enjoy a lounge during their stay.
Is parking available at Laburnum Lodge?
Yes, free parking is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Laburnum Lodge?
Conveniently located restaurants include Walled City Brewery, Mekong, and Browns Bonds Hill.
Are there any historical sites close to Laburnum Lodge?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Grianan Of Aileach (7.8 km), Shipquay Gate (3.7 km), and The Apprentice Boys Memorial Hall (3.9 km).
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