Ballymastocker Strand
Ballymastocker Strand, R268, Letterkenny, County Donegal, Ireland- Viewpoint
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Prime Beachfront Location:
Located in Portsalon with a private beach area, Pierside Apartments Deluxe Accommodation offers stunning sea views from each balcony.
Privacy and Comfort:
Featuring private entrances, well-fitted kitchenettes, and cozy living spaces, guests can enjoy their privacy and feel at home during their stay.
Family-Friendly Amenities:
With access to free WiFi, free private parking, and outdoor play equipment, this beachfront property is perfect for families looking for a relaxing getaway.
Book your stay at Pierside Apartments Deluxe Accommodation for a memorable beachfront retreat in Portsalon.
Check-in from
03:00 PM
Check-out by
11:00 AM
Parking
FREE
Children
Allowed
Pets
Not allowed
Sleeps
Up to 5 guests
5 adults · 4 children
Beds
Double bed (131-150 cm wide), Sofa bed (Variable Size), Bunk bed (Variable Size)
Room details
43 sqm
Sea View
In-room amenities
Sleeps
Up to 5 guests
5 adults · 4 children
Beds
Bunk bed (Variable Size), Double bed (131-150 cm wide), Sofa bed (Variable Size)
Room details
43 sqm
Sea View
In-room amenities
Sleeps
Up to 5 guests
5 adults · 4 children
Beds
Bunk bed (Variable Size), Double bed (131-150 cm wide)
Room details
43 sqm
Sea View
In-room amenities
Sleeps
Up to 5 guests
5 adults · 4 children
Beds
Double bed (131-150 cm wide), Sofa bed (Variable Size), Bunk bed (Variable Size)
Room details
43 sqm
Sea View
In-room amenities
Sleeps
Up to 5 guests
5 adults · 4 children
Beds
Bunk bed (Variable Size), Double bed (131-150 cm wide), Sofa bed (Variable Size)
Room details
43 sqm
Sea View
In-room amenities
Sleeps
Up to 5 guests
5 adults · 4 children
Beds
Double bed (131-150 cm wide), Sofa bed (Variable Size), Bunk bed (Variable Size)
Room details
43 sqm
Sea View
In-room amenities
Sleeps
Up to 5 guests
5 adults · 4 children
Beds
Bunk bed (Variable Size), Double bed (131-150 cm wide), Sofa bed (Variable Size)
Room details
43 sqm
Sea View
In-room amenities
Sleeps
Up to 5 guests
5 adults · 4 children
Beds
Sofa bed (Variable Size), Bunk bed (Variable Size), Double bed (131-150 cm wide)
Room details
43 sqm
Sea View
In-room amenities
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Provider-sourced guest reviews.
Stunning waterside location with restaurant and pub
Bed side lamps in bedroom would be useful.
It was a beautiful location, the apartment was comfortable.
The seats outside on the balconies were rusted, some of the cups had stains in them, you couldnt get out. It was fairly clean. The toaster had crumbs in it. I rented 2 apartments there no 5 and no 7, number 2 was bigger but not as great a view, no 7 had a view but much smaller, but both had rusted chairs and tables on the balconies.
Have stayed here a few times now. Would highly recommend
Nothing
cramped.....poorly furnished - i.e bright lights and no bedside lights. Damp. Overflowing bins. Not enough parking.
Lovely property, great location and host very responsive.
beautiful location- helpful staff
Lovely wee cottage right beside pier beach and restaurant and bar ...had everything we needed including a travel cot in request..... perfect location and a wee private play park for the kids....highly recommend and we will be back😁❤️
Nothing to report
Everything
No complaints
We did like everything. And place and apartment. Was cozy and clean.
Next door to the restaurant, pub and shop. Great Little beach and pier at your doorstep. Will definitely stay again.
Location was excellent, view was exceptional, a pub on your doorstep also a restaurant and takeaway which serves beautiful food,easy access to the accommodation, lovely stay overall high recommended
The bathroom window lacks privacy
The best location possible. Awesome. The sounds of the sea on your doorstep.Priceless location
Lovely view great location very clean.
The beautiful setting and views.
Nothing, everything was great and exactly what we needed it for.
Beautiful location, clean and relaxing
Bed mattress was probably needing renewed. Bit uncomfortable tbh.
App. 02, nur die Terrasse - für 5 Personen eigentlich viel zu groß, hier könnte man ein Kleinfeld Fussballturnier austragen - aber absolut ok! Wohnbereich Mobiliar ist ok.
Dies ist eine objektive, aber kritische Beurteilung, weil 1. in unserer Buchung (booking.com) keine Vorauszahlung, sondern Zahlung vor Ort vereinbart war, wir aber etliche Tage zuvor vom Vermieter aufgefordert wurden, den Betrag zu bezahlen, ansonsten würde die Buchung storniert - absolut unseriös ! 2. auf dem Foto von booking.com ist nur minimal der äusserste linke Rand der Terrasse abgebildet, d. h. App. 02 hat absolut nix mit den abgebildeten Häusern zu tun, sondern befindet sich rechts unter diesen! Deluxe war nur der Preis und die Terrasse, ansonsten erhebliche Schwächen: _ Manual für Einrichtungsgegenstände, speziell bzgl. Power on/off fehlt; wir kamen nur an Warmwasser über Anfrage per WhatsApp _ Bad WC-Sitz instabil und falsch platziert, total unkomfortabel das Waschbecken hat ein Mini Format und kann deswegen kaum benutzt werden _ Schlafzimmer nur 1 Nachtkästchen vorhanden, ohne Lampe kein Lichtschalter am Bett _ in der gesamten Wohneinheit, max. 5 Personen, sind 3 Kleiderbügel vorhanden _ Küche Kaffee und Zucker von ???, nicht mehr verwendbar _ Wohnbereich nur 1 Steckdose vorhanden, gut versteckt hinter dem TV, schwer erreichbar
Everything
Our stay wasn't long enough
I love the location, the peace and tranquility of the Chalet, the sound of the waves and the little play park is fantastic, our second visit, and we will be back again.
The pillows are very uncomfortable.
Fabulous location and chalet
I know it was Dec but house was very chilly when we arrived and the last morning there was even drops on the cistern.. Once radiators warmed was fine
It was overall clean and sand free, location is perfect
Opravdu klidná lokalita, soukromí, šplouchání moře
The reason why we booked that place is because of the location..
we booked a sea side apartment. When we reached inside the apartment and ill checked the kids room i found a big mould in the wall beside the bed and i message the property and they told me to transferred to the other apartment which is not a sea side. I keep explaining to them that i paid for the sea side apartment and we want to stay in the sea side apartment. She said that they are fully booked. I told her that is not my problem because you supposed to check the property and make sure that everything is okay before guest arrival.. The apartment that we stayed is very dirty, there's a animal pee on the floor, microwave is very dirty, oven try is rusted and the there's a leak from the toilet
The location was excellent and spotlessly clean very well equipped.
It was very compact . A bedside light would be advantageous. A little pricey for two people
Ideal location! Well kitted out apartment, everything you needed at your finger tips. Play area was a real hit with the children. Clean & modern fittings.
Only suggestions would be to maybe invest in some lamps for ambiance over having the main lights on in the rooms!
Schön eingerichtet. Schöne Aussicht. Parkplatz vor dem Appartement. Gut ausgestattete Küche.
Im Appartement 5 hatte ein Schlafzimmer schwarzen Schimmel an der Decke. Dies sollte aus gesundheitlichen Gründen unbedingt durch den Vermieter behoben werden!
The chalets have recently been upgraded to a very high standard. The location is unbeatable.
The sink in the bathroom is very small and difficult to use without splashing water everywhere.
Great location, very clean. Everything you need and great for a relaxing few days.
Great location,clean and comfortable and a short walk to beach and a bar with great staff
Excellent location. Fab views
Quite small and no en-suite toilet
Someone had poo’d in the play park so we could let are children use it, and also the was mouse poo on the pull out sofa bed so couldn’t sleep on it, half a roll of toilet paper and no bin bags in the bins! The area around is lovely would go back to that location
It had a lovely view, and the local people were lovely, but there was no staff to help with anything
The positives: the location and view are absolutely phenomenal. Being right by the water is a unique experience and certainly the highlight of the stay.
The apartment itself was disappointing. It felt grubby overall, with the fridge and oven not properly cleaned. The bathroom is very small, and the second bedroom has bunk beds that are really only suitable for young children — not comfortable for an adult at all. The general feel was more like camping under a roof than staying in a “deluxe” apartment. While the view is stunning, it doesn’t justify the price tag. Sadly, I wouldn’t consider it good value for money and wouldn’t stay here again at this rate.
Very well maintained and clean. Location was as described with a sea view. Beds were comfortable and the shower was good. The kitchen had a good variety of cooking utensils and again very clean.
The sofa wasn't comfortable and there was only the main light in the living room which was bright. Lamps would be better even in the bedrooms. The kitchen hob was temperamental and there was no no brush or mop to clean especially after coming back from the beach.
Fantastic location, fantastic view from each room
Small car park, travelled as a group in 2 cars and had to park one car outside the accommodation car park throughout both night but enough parking nearby to not be an issue
Paradise doesn't even cover the location. Such a beautiful area. So safe for kids and has everything they need in a close area. My kids didnt want to come home. Very relaxing. Host was very accommodating.
Shop is a bit far but of course that's not the holiday apartments fault!
The location was amazing. Best views and so close to beach and local pub.
Room quite small but as weather was good it didn't impact us much.
Our stay in Portsalon was exceptional. This has been our 2nd visit to Pierside apartments and the location is stunning. The apartment was spotless and has everything you need. The checking in was seamless. A few steps and you are literally on the beach. Our family had the best time and we can't wait to get booked for next year.
Nothing at all.
Great accommodation in a beautiful location. Beautiful views and perfect for the beach.
Alles top, modern,
amazing location
beds matteress not great, but iv sleept on alot worse
Apartment was very clean and the location was amazing. Wouldn’t hesitate to stay there again. Very peaceful and it was great to have beach access so close aswell.
Not a dislike more a recommendation that the balcony furniture for the narrow balcony apartments should be updated as the furniture is really rusty and old and not very safe or comfortable for sitting on. Also think the fact that the washing machine is in a laundry room in a separate building should be made clearer as it’s one machine shared between 8 apartments.
Location Large terrace
- shower didn’t work properly - bathroom very compact / too tight - bed uncomfortable - bed linen and quilt poor quality ( it was cold) - Oven door scraped the door surround when opening
Location!! Could not ask for better, right on the sea, views amazing
Beds in 2nd room a bit uncomfortable for adults, fine for kids.
The location is second to none. The sea is literally lapping up below the balcony, and that is the sound you fall asleep to every night. I spent lots of time on the balcony with my baby in his paddling pool. The balcony gets the sun from early morning to the evening time. Heaven!
Such an amazing location. Amazing views.
The 2nd bedroom was really for kids, beds not very comfortable, Double room very comfortable
Property very clean and was great that it allowed pets
This was a lovely spot. The accomodation was basic but really all that is needed. We did not have any hot water for all our stay however. We called (no answer) and left a message (no reply). This was a bit disappointing. The bunk beds look practical but with one person on the bottom bunk and one on the top sleep was hard as everytime one of us moved the bed would creek and wobble.
The apartment was very comfortable the balcony was a plus and then the view
No shower gel only hand soap
It's a massive change since the chalets have been updated, beds are comfortable
There are no blinds or curtains in the bathroom so you can see people in other chalets using their toilets. It's a bit off-putting to be honest. There are a few scrapes on the floors done by the chairs around the table, the oven door doesn't open as the door frame to the second bedroom blocks it - previous people staying have opened it fully and scratched the paintwork. Apart from the bathroom situation this is a lovely place to stay
Everything was great , fabulous sea view and comfortable , cosy apartment with Everything we needed available , definitely recommended.
Nothing
3rd time staying - we love it here - great spot
Power shower wasn’t great
No shades or blinds on bathroom window. Appeared that a person could see directly into bathroom from the outside especially of the bathroom light was on. I was fortunate that no one else was around otherwise, I would have felt a little uncomfortable. Also, the bathroom light appeared to be triggered by a motion detector in the living room area so the bathroom light was on if you were in the apartment.
Great location for a peaceful family vacation.
The sensor in the bathroom didn’t work therefore the lights were on all the time.
The location is beautiful the apartments are ideally located there is a pub beside the apartments which opens all year round also a restaurant but it is seasonal but the golf club is 5 minutes walk away and does food including carry out all year round. There is also a big carpark on the main road in only ten minutes walk from the apartment's that has a coffee van and a chippy van. You can fish at the pier all year round.
great apartment, very clean
booked for 2 adults and 2 kids but not enough seating
New & clean and close to sea
Loved location
One hand towel for 3 people for 3 days not enough. Blind required for loo as light hardly ever went off!
Nice place , great location, lovely views very clean and well maintained
Uncomfortable bunk bed and pillows , 4 small knifes to cut cheese in our kitchen:-))
Great, stay comfortable beds, very nice and relaxing weekend had by all. Apartments and service top class. Will definitely book again.
liked everything , the stunning views , comfortable beds , cosy apartment with nice balcony for eating or enjoying wine with a view. highly recommend.
nothing
The location and cleanliness
There was a lack of some basic items, eg bedside lighting, lamp or dimmed lighting in living area, more kitchen equipment.
Lovely quality accommodation with excellent location
The location was good, and very quite.
The living area was a little small, and steep hill to climb to get to the appartment, I have a bad knee and found it hard going up the hill
The apartment was brilliant everything about it was perfect
Nothing
Location ,the apartment itself and play park our youngest daughter loved it
Bathroom was a bit small for someone of my size
Excellent accomodation throught out beautiful break highly recommended
Location of property fantastic
Bottle opener was ineffective
Views, cleanliness, comfort
Liked the apartment very modern and comfortable...great location close to the beach and great view overlooking the water ..
I didn't dislike anything about this property
Dog friendly, large balcony perfect for our dog, great views close to beautiful sandy beach, well equipped kitchen, definitely would go back here enjoyed our stay.
Added extras would have been welcome to give extra luxury feel, soaps in shower, some games for evening.
location
Bunk beds, not enough height between bottom and top bunk. restaurant not open and no freezer compartment in fridge
As advertised! Clean, great location overlooking the sea, lovely playground, super for our family!
Parking on both nights was tricky. We arrived at approx 8pm and there was no space for us to park. We got back at approx 5pm on Sat. & again no space available. Difficult with young children. Would be good to have the car park spaces lined- this should help the issue!
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Cleanliness
8.05/10Mixed sentiment regarding cleanliness; mentions of grime and poor maintenance.
Service
9.52/10General sentiment about service was positive; a very accommodating host was mentioned.
Location
10/10Excellent location with fantastic views; highly praised by numerous reviews.
Room Quality
8.51/10Room quality was generally positive but noted some concerns with comfort and size.
Amenities
8.54/10Well-equipped but some amenities were called out as lacking or needed improvement.
Value for Money
8/10Concerns about the value; some felt the price did not match the quality.
Food and Beverage
9.05/10Noted the absence of food service but location provided easy access to local options.
Overall Experience
9.55/10Overall positive experience despite some issues; many enjoyed the stay.