About this property
Historic Setting: The Ivy House On Clarendon in Derry and Strabane offers a recently renovated guest house housed in a historic building. Guests enjoy a quiet street view and a private bathroom with free toiletries. Modern Amenities: The property provides free WiFi, a lounge, shared kitchen, and family rooms. Additional facilities include private and express check-in and check-out, housekeeping, bicycle parking, and luggage storage. Local Attractions: Located 13 km from City of Derry Airport, the guest house is a 9-minute walk from Guildhall and 1 km from the Walls of Derry. Nearby attractions include Buncrana Golf Club (23 km) and Glenveagh National Park and Castle (50 km).
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular facilities
- Parking
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Jill
United Kingdom“It was well equipped, clean, quiet and close to the centre of town.” - Rachel United Kingdom“As a solo female traveller I felt extremely safe. I had the cosy quirky loft room, fresh and clean, extremely comfy bed and pleasant en-suite. Location is perfect for exploring. For me, feeling safe and secure travelling solo is important and The...”
- Sarah United Kingdom“It was a clean and comfortable setting ! the host was more than accommodating and friendly! my friends and i had an excellent experience here! we were in room A B C D, it was very quiet and was the perfect distance to local bars and restaurants as...”
- Mckeron United Kingdom“The house was so clean, and we had our own floor with our own kitchen which was amazing. The location is brilliant aswell and if your lucky as we were we got parked right outside. The instructions for arrival were perfect, everything was just...”
- Michael United Kingdom“Excellent location and facilities. Great communication before stay.”
- Ruth United Kingdom“Very clean and comfortable, kitchen was excellent, property overall very well maintained, a credit to owner and management”
- Mary
Ireland“It was very central to everything spotless clean and house so quiet. Kitchen and dining area so well equipped if you want to cook meals.” - Mike United Kingdom“Location is great , a very short walk into the city walls. Parking was easy, right outside of the building. Entry into the building and room was very easy, the room was perfect and very clean.”
- Billy United Kingdom“Room was very clean and comfortable with complimentary tea and coffee water and snacks it was in a.very central area to many places 10 min walk and very easy to contact Mathew for any questions that needs answering will definitely be back”
- Begoña Ireland“Discovering places like this is just perfect. Pleasantly surprised to find places where the customer truly comes first.”
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.
Hosted by Monstay Ltd (Matthew)
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Monstay Ltd (Matthew)
The Ivy House on Clarendon | Ensuite Rooms | Derry City Centre
Welcome to The Ivy House, a grand period townhouse blending historic charm with modern comfort. Just 5 minutes’ walk to the Guildhall, Peace Bridge, Craft Village, and Ebrington Square, this city centre property offers 13 private ensuite rooms — perfect for city breaks, business stays, families, and contractors.
Choose from standard rooms ideal for solo travellers or couples, or large rooms perfect if you need space for a travel cot. We also offer two combined-room areas for families who want to stay together. Please contact us if you would like bedrooms beside one another.
Enjoy WiFi, two shared kitchens, a laundry room, and gas central heating with instant hot water and excellent water pressure.
Professionally managed by Monstay, where care and detail are at the heart of everything we do.
Monstay is a brand new, locally owned short-term rental management company based right here in Derry/Londonderry. We specialise in managing stylish city stays like The Ivy House, offering a personal touch with professional service.
Our team handles everything — from guest communication, cleaning, and maintenance to local recommendations — so your stay is smooth and memorable.
We’re proud to provide direct, friendly support to all our guests.
At Monstay, care and detail are at the heart of everything we do. Whether you’re visiting for business, a city break, or an extended stay, we’re here to look after you.
The Ivy House on Clarendon places you right in the heart of Derry/Londonderry’s vibrant city centre. Set on one of the city’s most historic streets, this grand period townhouse is just a 5-minute walk from the iconic Guildhall, Peace Bridge, Craft Village, and Ebrington Square. From riverside views to centuries of history, everything is within easy reach.
Step out and explore the city’s famous walls, or lose yourself in the charm of local streets lined with independent shops, cafes, and bars. Top spots like UMI Japanese, Pyke ’N’ Pommes, Kaboodle Entertainment Centre, Primrose on the Quay, Guapo Fresh Mexican and The Pickled Duck Café are all on your doorstep.
Whether you’re here for culture, dining, business, or nightlife, The Ivy House on Clarendon puts you at the centre of it all — your perfect base to discover the beauty of the Walled City.
Language spoken: English
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House rules
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Check-in
From 15:00 to 22:00
Check-out
From 08:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
0 - 3 years
Cot upon request
Free
The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cots are subject to availability.
No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 08:00.
The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property
This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.
Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.
