Patrick Gildea Hairdressing Letterkenny, County Donegal

Riverside Retail Park, Neil T Blaney Road, Letterkenny, Donegal, F92 D2NT

About us

The perfect experience for you could mean many things of course, but to us it stands for seeing you as a unique individual, taking the time to understand who you are and what you want, then making sure you get it.

Delivering on our promise is something we take seriously, so we do more than train and reward great hairdressing skills, we continuously train and reward great customer service as well.

This all adds up to a team who are passionate about serving you … and it shows!

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Opening hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday 09:00 - 18:00
Wednesday 09:00 - 18:00
Thursday 09:00 - 20:00
Friday 09:00 - 20:00
Saturday 08:00 - 17:00
Sunday Closed

Services

Hair

Reviews

4.91
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Excellent as always

Roisin
22nd Apr 2025
Team Member: Sharon
5.0
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From the first step in the door to the moment you leave Patrick Gildea's amazing team look after you. A little slice of luxury in Letterkenny! Sharon and Dean did such a beautiful job today, thank you

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Curly haircut

Gill
22nd Apr 2025
Team Member: Megan
5.0
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A brilliant first visit. Megan really understands curly hair and took the time to listen to what I was hoping for. Will definitely be back.

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professional service and great product

Angela
22nd Apr 2025
Team Member: Patrick
5.0

I recently purchased a wig from Patrick and am very pleased with both the quality of the product and the kindness and professionalism of Patrick throughout the processor choosing and styling my hairpiece. Thank you!

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An amazing experience

Natalie
18th Apr 2025
Team Member: Sharon
5.0
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The service was amazing in such a friendly, welcoming environment

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Amazing

Emilie
18th Apr 2025
Team Member: Laura
5.0
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From the moment I walked in the door the friendly receptionist greates me by my first name.. very personal which is so welcoming.. professional service and expert aftercare advise.. ..

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Experience

Anonymous
18th Apr 2025
5.0

Julieanna was my stylist and I have never experienced such attention in the salon before
Her massage at the basin was to die for

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Professional, enjoyable experience

Anna
18th Apr 2025
Team Member: Megan
5.0
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Megan was professional and knowledgable. Very happy with the cut and style.

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Experience in Patrick Gildea hair salon

17th Apr 2025
Team Member: Patrick
5.0
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I am very happy with my hair style .All the staff are very welcoming from Aoise and the staff who washed my hair and the lady who dried my hair. All the staff always ensure that I was comfortable .They are all very happy at their work and make the visit very enjoyable

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A very positive experience !

Mary McGettigan
16th Apr 2025
Team Member: Laura
5.0
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Laura was very attentive .She listened to what I would like & took great care doing my colour & cut.

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Parent of Grace Gallagher
16th Apr 2025
Team Member: Patrick
5.0

I recently visited Patrick Gildea for a consultation for a hairpiece for my daughter who recently was diagnosed with alopecia at only the age of 11, this came as such a shock for her and later became very self conscious about this, upon visiting patrick for her consultation she was took into a private room which he told grace it was his secret room she was greeted very warmly by patrick himself and was gave hot chocolate with extra marshmallows this made her feel very at ease, patrick carried out the scalp camera on graces hair and explained everything in as much depth as possible and tried on different pieces on graces hair, on completion of the consultation he explained all price points and services we could avail of to help us purchase graces piece also he gave us a time scale of when the piece would be ready, 2 weeks later we had our fitting appointment for grace again she was greeted very warmly by patrick and took back into his secret room and once again she was gave hot chocolate with extra marshmallows, patrick proceeded to fit graces headpiece and style both her hair and the hairpiece to absolute perfection, Grace instantly felt great and the confidence it gave her instantly was something we havent seen in a long long time, I would like to say a massive thank you to patrick for his professionalism through out the whole experience and the care for grace he gave was second to none thank you for giving our little girl her smile and spark back in her eyes once again we really cannot thank you enough. We definitely will reccommend you to anyone who passes our way.

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Highlights

Catherine
15th Apr 2025
Team Member: Megan
5.0

Fabulous highlights and haircut.

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Disappointed

Edel G
15th Apr 2025
3.5
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I’ve been a loyal client for years, but after today’s visit, I’m genuinely hesitant to return. I came in for a wash, cut, and blow dry — and I want to start by saying I can’t fault my stylist, Megan. She was kind, professional, and did a lovely job.

During the appointment, I briefly had to bring in my breastfed baby for about 15 minutes to feed and settle her. Before doing so, I asked Megan if she minded, and she kindly said it was fine. I was apologetic about interrupting the appointment and did my best to be quick and discreet. Megan mentioned she couldn’t continue the cut while I held the baby, which I completely understood, and she gave me a few minutes. As soon as my baby was settled, I brought her straight back out to my husband, doing everything I could to avoid any disruption.

However, when I went to pay, I was handed a leaflet about the salon’s family policy and was reminded that children under 8 aren’t allowed during appointments for safety reasons. While I fully understand and respect that policy, I felt embarrassed and singled out. It was upsetting to have the situation underlined like that, especially after I’d tried to handle things as considerately and efficiently as possible.

I explained that this was an exceptional circumstance, my baby is very young, and not something I intend to repeat. It wasn’t a case of bringing my child in for the entire appointment, just briefly tending to an immediate need.

I was really looking forward to my first hair appointment after giving birth, and it’s such a shame that the experience ended on a note that left me feeling embarrassed and awkward. Sadly, despite years of great service, I’m now unsure whether I’ll return.

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Spa heaven for hair

Valerie
15th Apr 2025
5.0
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Zeljana was brillant got roots colored very happy. Wash area is fabulous so relaxing and those chairs heaven. Fab blow-dry plenty pounce for my fine hair.Thanku so much.

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Great experience

Avril
12th Apr 2025
Team Member: Siobhan
5.0
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Thank you Siobhan for great colour and cut and endless supply of tea!

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Ann Marie McHugh
12th Apr 2025
Team Member: Siobhan
5.0
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Amazing experience as always. Siobhán is a fantastic hairdresser. Always makes me look and feel amazing

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Exceptional as usual

Niamh
11th Apr 2025
Team Member: Megan
5.0
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First time with Megan. She took the time to discuss what I wanted and listened. Great haircut and wonderful staff. Very welcoming.

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Colour consultation

Katie
11th Apr 2025
Team Member: Laura
5.0
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Very straight forward
Happy out
Made an appointment for colour

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Cut

Marian Carey
11th Apr 2025
Team Member: Sharon
5.0
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Had a great cut with Sharon today and she gave me great advice on hair conditioning . Sharon is a fab stylist and a pleasure to talk with. Always enjoy my day out in Paddy’s . Salon is second to none

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Colour correction

Paula McMahon
11th Apr 2025
Team Member: Sharon
5.0

Sharon is just fab. A very relaxing experience 5 ⭐️ s

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Fabulous

Roseleen McGarvey
11th Apr 2025
Team Member: Anita
5.0
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Always made to feel special here and great cut & colour as usual from Anita. Love the new highlights ✨️

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Brilliant experience

Anonymous
10th Apr 2025
Team Member: Patrick
5.0

Great experience. So professional and knowledgeable. Would highly recommend to a friend.

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Delighted

Caitriona Coyle
10th Apr 2025
Team Member: Siobhan
5.0
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Pleasant experience, as always! Siobhan was so attentive, listening to my ideas and steering me in the right direction 🤗 Kelsey was great too. Overall a gorgeous way to spend the afternoon.

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Perfect Colour

Ann Cassidy
10th Apr 2025
5.0
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Julieanne done a wonderful job with my hair today. I love the result.

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Salon experience

Róna McLaughlin
9th Apr 2025
Team Member: Patrick
5.0

Fabulous service & experience

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Maria Boyle
5th Apr 2025
Team Member: Victoria
5.0

Thank you Vickie for another great cut. You strive to get everything just perfect and always succeed. Top class hairdresser, and a lovely person too :-)

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Response from Patrick Gildea Hairdressing

Dear Maria,

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a kind review! We are thrilled to hear that Vickie was able to give you another great cut and that you were happy with the results. Our team always strives to provide top-class service to all of our clients, and it's wonderful to hear that Vickie was able to achieve just that for you. We agree that she is not only a talented hairdresser, but also a lovely person to work with.

We appreciate your continued support and we look forward to seeing you again in the future.

Best wishes,
The Team at Patrick Gildea Hairdressing

Happy

Colleen
5th Apr 2025
Team Member: Megan
5.0
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I’m loving the way Megan did my hair. Feeling happy

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Getting away from four different colours

Paula McMahon
3rd Apr 2025
Team Member: Sharon
5.0
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Very helpful. 20% grey which I was worried I had a lot more, talked through what was happening with my hair and what we could do next….

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Response from Patrick Gildea Hairdressing

Hi Paula,
Thank you so much for taking the time to review our salon. We are glad to hear that you found our team to be helpful and that we were able to address your concerns about your hair. As stylists, it is our goal to always listen and find the best solutions for our clients. We hope to continue working with you to achieve your desired results. Your loyalty means a lot to us.
Take care,
The team at Patrick Gildea Hairdressing

Hair treatment, Hair color and Haircut

Lira Sarino
3rd Apr 2025
Team Member: Patrick
5.0
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Im so impressed of the result, very nice staff and therapists

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Simply the best

Cynthia
2nd Apr 2025
Team Member: Patrick
5.0
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Every visit is always so positive!

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Response from Patrick Gildea Hairdressing

Hi Cynthia,

Thank you so much for taking the time to share your positive experience at our salon! We are delighted to hear that your visits are always positive and we appreciate your kind words.

Our team strives to provide exceptional service and we are happy to know that we are meeting your expectations. We hope to continue exceeding them in the future.

Thank you again for your feedback and for choosing us as your go-to salon. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!

Best,
The Team at Patrick Gildea Hairdressing

Skin Testing

Lira Sarino
2nd Apr 2025
Team Member: Patrick
5.0
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There’s no allergy

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Toner & blow dry

Claire Hudson
1st Apr 2025
Team Member: Sharon
5.0
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Enjoyed a lovely appt today with Sharon. Had a wash & blow dry with a toner, to keep me going between appointments for highlights. Feeling refreshed! Looking forward to my next visit.

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Fantastic cut & blowdry

Annie
1st Apr 2025
Team Member: Sharon
5.0
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Great salon. Welcoming, engaging, interested and talented!

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Anne Campbell
1st Apr 2025
Team Member: Laura
5.0
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As always, I am more than than happy with my haircut with Laura. I Will be back with her for my next haircut.
Thank you!

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Excellent service.

Marguerite cox
28th Mar 2025
Team Member: Megan
5.0
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Megan, Laura and all the staff delivered the exceptional service I've come to expect. I am extremely happy with the results and the service imbues the excellence I enjoy on each of my visits.

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Great service

Anonymous
27th Mar 2025
5.0

Had a lovely time as a wheelchair user it's a great place to get your hair cut

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Exceptional

Caroline
27th Mar 2025
Team Member: Megan
5.0
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I had an amazing experience at Patrick Gildeas in Letterkenny. Megan, with some help from Dean, provided VIP service with incredible attention to detail and lots of helpful tips for my type of hair. They went above and beyond to make sure I was happy. Considering my unruly curly hair and years since I went to a salon, they worked their magic and gave me a gorgeous new colour, a fabulous treatment, and a lovely cut. I couldn’t be more pleased with the results. I’ll definitely be back!

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Keith Cowan
26th Mar 2025
Team Member: Anita
4.5
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Had a great appointment with Anita on Tuesday. She was friendly, knowledgeable, gave her opinion, yet wasnt pushy. Was delighted with the cut and the overall experience!

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Dymphna frize
22nd Mar 2025
Team Member: Laura
5.0

Laura did my hair today full head of highlights and cut she did a wonderful job thanks

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Anonymous
22nd Mar 2025
4.5

Laura did my hair today full head of highlights and cut she did a wonderful job thanks

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Excellent

Ann Gormley
22nd Mar 2025
Team Member: Siobhan
5.0
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Siobhan is lovely, very welcoming and a great stylist

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Fantastic Anita

Grace Gallagher
21st Mar 2025
Team Member: Anita
5.0
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Anita has magic hands and always leaves my hair perfect!

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Brid
19th Mar 2025
Team Member: Anita
5.0
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Great cut as usual. Thanks Anita and thank you to the girl who blow dried my hair. Sorry didn't get your name.

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Deirdre
13th Mar 2025
Team Member: Megan
5.0
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Very professional, gave me exactly what I asked for and was very happy leaving. Great experience, will definitely be back

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Visit to Patrick Gildea hairdresser

Brigid Leworthy
13th Mar 2025
5.0
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My stylist was Zeljana. She was kind, friendly and I got an excellent cut

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Amazing Service

Marguerite Cox
12th Mar 2025
Team Member: Megan
5.0
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Amazing Service as always, Megan and all staff so professional and so helpful.You have an excellent team, also a wee mention to the ladies on reception who are always so nice and courteous.

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Exceptional

Anonymous
11th Mar 2025
5.0

Siobhain from the first moment made you feel comfortable, easy and most importantly wanted to ensure your desired finish. Sometimes that's very difficult, you are rushed and maybe confusion in communication. My finished product is me, what I totally wanted, fresh, bold, but fitting for my skin tone- a refreshing consideration some salons nor I would have even explored. I found the whole salon relaxed and at ease, everyone looked like they love working there. Thank you.

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Gents hair cut

paul brady
11th Mar 2025
Team Member: Victoria
5.0
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Vikki was amazing as always !!

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Spa heaven for hair

Valerie
8th Mar 2025
Team Member: Patrick
5.0
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Came out feeling millon dollars great cut and blow-dry had roots colored even put gloss on my hair for shine and tone in highlights fabulous plenty cups tea too and wash area thise chairs amazing u have to try them wonderful great xx

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Spa heaven for hair

Valerie
8th Mar 2025
Team Member: Patrick
5.0
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Cut and root color put on gloss shine blend on highlights come out all pampered lots cups tea and the hair wash and thise chairs amazing u have got to try those chairs fabulous as always very happy x

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Long hair cut

Karen
7th Mar 2025
Team Member: Victoria
5.0

Excellent experience.

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