Pros

  • Located in a quiet green setting on the banks of the Foyle River
  • Clean rooms with large beds, flat-screen TVs, and iPod docks
  • Fine-dining restaurant and bar popular with locals
  • Conference facilities and a grand ballroom
  • Sunday brunch, afternoon tea, and room service available (for a fee)
  • Free on-site parking
  • Free Wi-Fi throughout
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Cons

  • Only Executive Rooms have air-conditioning
  • Breakfast not included in the room rate
  • Street noise can be a problem
  • No pool or fitness center
  • Decor is a bit dated
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Bottom Line

Everglades Hotel is located in a pleasant, natural setting on the banks of the Foyle River outside Derry. This 64-room, three-pearl hotel has an on-site fine-dining restaurant and bar that are popular with locals, and plenty of free on-site parking. Rooms are well-maintained and include large flat-screen TVs, tea- and coffee-making facilities, and iPod docks, but there is no pool or fitness center on-site. Travelers should also check out the nearby City Hotel Derry, which has an indoor pool and fitness center, and lower rates.

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Amenities

  • Cribs
  • Internet

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Everglades Hotel

Scene

Modern, laid-back style with some '90s touches

The Everglades Hotel is housed in a three-story brick building that's partly covered with ivy located in a quiet, natural setting. The public spaces are well-maintained and uncluttered, and decorated in a modern, easy-going style, though it feels a bit reminiscent of the '90s in its colors, patterns, and generous use of velour. The reception area is tiled in pale gray, and a dark-wood-and-white marble counter is manned by staff welcoming arriving guests. The lobby has a spacious lounge area decked out in patterned carpets and comfy couches, and high-backed armchairs covered in pale pink or gray velour, along with a grand piano and a fireplace. Most guests are leisure travelers or couples on weekend getaways. The hotel is also a popular wedding venue, thanks to its grand ballroom and on-site fine dining restaurant.

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Location

Located in a quiet, residential area

Everglades Hotel is located on a main arterial road that leads to Derry city center, a four-minute drive away. This is a quiet residential area with lots of parkland, and the Foyle River is across the street from the hotel. The City of Derry Golf Club is a three-minute drive away. It's a 45-minute drive to Castlerock Beach, and the Sperrin Mountains can be reached in 50 minutes. Glenveagh National Park is a 55-minute drive away. The nearest airport is Belfast International Airport, a one-hour and 15-minute drive from the hotel.

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Rooms

Well-maintained rooms equipped with flat-screen TVs and iPod docks

The 64 rooms at the Everglades Hotel include Singles, Doubles, Twins, Family and Superior Rooms. They are well-maintained and feature queen-size beds. Decor is classically simple, with pale, neutral tones of beige and gray, highlighted by complementary red accents, such as pillows and bed runners. Bathrooms have shower/tub combos, and small sinks. Executive Rooms have more floor space and are air-conditioned, while the bathrooms have both separate bathtubs and showers. There are also a few nice extras, such as robes and slippers, mineral water, and welcome trays. All rooms come with flat-screen TVs, iPod docks, electric kettles for coffee- and tea-making, irons and ironing boards, safes, and hairdryers. Be aware that some rooms are prone to traffic noise.

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Features

On-site restaurant, bar, conference center, and free parking

The Everglades Hotel has an on-site restaurant, the Grill, which is considered to be one of Derry's best dining spots. Open throughout the day, the Grill serves breakfast, which is not included in the room rate. The restaurant also serves an afternoon tea and a Sunday brunch. Room service is also available. The adjacent Library Bar is spacious and cozy, and like the restaurant, is popular with guests and locals alike. The hotel includes a conference center that has four air-conditioned suites, and a grand ballroom that can accommodate up to 400 guests. Guests and visitors can park for free in the large parking lot. Wi-Fi is free throughout the hotel.

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Everglades Hotel

Scene

Modern, laid-back style with some '90s touches

The Everglades Hotel is housed in a three-story brick building that's partly covered with ivy located in a quiet, natural setting. The public spaces are well-maintained and uncluttered, and decorated in a modern, easy-going style, though it feels a bit reminiscent of the '90s in its colors, patterns, and generous use of velour. The reception area is tiled in pale gray, and a dark-wood-and-white marble counter is manned by staff welcoming arriving guests. The lobby has a spacious lounge area decked out in patterned carpets and comfy couches, and high-backed armchairs covered in pale pink or gray velour, along with a grand piano and a fireplace. Most guests are leisure travelers or couples on weekend getaways. The hotel is also a popular wedding venue, thanks to its grand ballroom and on-site fine dining restaurant.

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Location

Located in a quiet, residential area

Everglades Hotel is located on a main arterial road that leads to Derry city center, a four-minute drive away. This is a quiet residential area with lots of parkland, and the Foyle River is across the street from the hotel. The City of Derry Golf Club is a three-minute drive away. It's a 45-minute drive to Castlerock Beach, and the Sperrin Mountains can be reached in 50 minutes. Glenveagh National Park is a 55-minute drive away. The nearest airport is Belfast International Airport, a one-hour and 15-minute drive from the hotel.

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Rooms

Well-maintained rooms equipped with flat-screen TVs and iPod docks

The 64 rooms at the Everglades Hotel include Singles, Doubles, Twins, Family and Superior Rooms. They are well-maintained and feature queen-size beds. Decor is classically simple, with pale, neutral tones of beige and gray, highlighted by complementary red accents, such as pillows and bed runners. Bathrooms have shower/tub combos, and small sinks. Executive Rooms have more floor space and are air-conditioned, while the bathrooms have both separate bathtubs and showers. There are also a few nice extras, such as robes and slippers, mineral water, and welcome trays. All rooms come with flat-screen TVs, iPod docks, electric kettles for coffee- and tea-making, irons and ironing boards, safes, and hairdryers. Be aware that some rooms are prone to traffic noise.

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Features

On-site restaurant, bar, conference center, and free parking

The Everglades Hotel has an on-site restaurant, the Grill, which is considered to be one of Derry's best dining spots. Open throughout the day, the Grill serves breakfast, which is not included in the room rate. The restaurant also serves an afternoon tea and a Sunday brunch. Room service is also available. The adjacent Library Bar is spacious and cozy, and like the restaurant, is popular with guests and locals alike. The hotel includes a conference center that has four air-conditioned suites, and a grand ballroom that can accommodate up to 400 guests. Guests and visitors can park for free in the large parking lot. Wi-Fi is free throughout the hotel.

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Amenities

  • Balcony / Terrace / Patio

  • Basic Television

  • Business Center

  • Cabanas

  • Cable

  • Cribs

  • Dry Cleaning

  • Internet

  • Kids Allowed

  • Meeting / Conference Rooms

  • Poolside Drink Service

  • Rental Car Service Desk Onsite

  • Room Service

  • Separate Bedroom / Living Room Space

  • Swim-Up Bar

  • Tennis Court

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