Must-see hotels in Northern Ireland

  • Belfast Youth Hostel

    Belfast

    Handy amenities at this big, bright HI (Hostelling International) hostel include laundry facilities, secure on-site parking, 24-hour reception (with no…

  • Hostel Connect

    Derry (Londonderry)

    This bright, centrally located hostel offers small but neat doubles and twins as well as six-, nine- and 15-bed dorms with wooden bunks. There's a big…

  • Royal Court Hotel

    Portrush

    Overlooking Whiterocks beach and Royal Portrush Golf Club 3.5km east of Portrush town centre is this well-run, traditional hotel in a spectacular location…

  • Cuan

    County Down

    You can't miss the Cuan and its sage-green facade, just around the corner from the ferry slip, or the warm welcome from husband-and-wife managers Peter…

  • Watertop Open Farm

    Ballycastle

    About 10km east of Ballycastle on the road to Cushendun, family favourite Watertop is based at a working farm and activity centre (open 11am to 5.30pm…

  • Fitzwilliam Hotel

    Belfast

    In a convenient, central location, the Fitzwilliam strikes all the right style notes with its use of designer fabrics, cool colours and mood lighting…

  • Seven Houses

    Counties Down & Armagh

    This lovely B&B in a central location has two bright rooms with period features and a one-bedroom apartment with a small kitchen and dining area. On the…

  • An Creagán Cottages

    Counties Fermanagh & Tyrone

    An Creagán's eight modern, self-catering cottages have an idyllic setting near nature trails in the foothills of the Sperrins. Each one comes fully…

  • Botanical Backpackers

    Belfast

    This hostel, set in a quiet terraced house in the university area, has a kitchen and small backyard. Cheery yellow paint and a friendly crowd make it more…

  • Cullentra House

    Glens of Antrim

    This modern bungalow sits high above the village, offering good views of the craggy Antrim coast. The three rooms are spacious and comfy, and the…

  • Castle Archdale Caravan Park

    County Fermanagh

    This attractive, tree-sheltered site in Castle Archdale Country Park is dominated by on-site caravans, but has pitches for tents and good facilities,…

  • Castle Ward Caravan Park

    County Down

    The caravan park at Castle Ward Estate has pitches for tents and caravans as well as basic glamping huts (bring your own camping equipment and bedding,…

  • Saddler's House

    Derry (Londonderry)

    Centrally located within a five-minute walk of the walled city, this friendly B&B is set in a lovely Victorian townhouse. All seven rooms have private…

  • Coolnagrock B&B

    County Antrim

    Views stretch across the sea to the Mull of Kintyre from this well-appointed guesthouse in the eastern part of the island. It's a 15-minute walk from the…

  • Cul-Erg House

    County Londonderry

    Warm and welcoming, this family-run B&B inside a modern terrace house is just a couple of minutes' walk from the Promenade in a quiet cul-de-sac. There is…

  • Rick's Causeway Coast Hostel

    County Londonderry

    This neat terrace house just northeast of the harbour has spacious four-, six- and eight-bed dorms plus a double room, and good power showers. It has its…

  • Crom Campsite

    County Fermanagh

    Camping is available in the peaceful grounds of the National Trust's Crom Estate. Book well in advance for glamping huts, which sleep two adults and up to…

  • All Seasons B&B

    Belfast

    Away from the centre, but right on the buzzy Lisburn Rd, All Seasons is a red-brick villa with bright, colourful bedrooms, modern bathrooms, a stylish…

  • Whistledown Hotel

    County Down

    In a superb waterfront setting, the Whistledown has 21 stylish bedrooms with cherry and pistachio crushed-velvet trimmings, large flat-screen TVs and…

  • Ennislare House

    County Down

    Just 300m north of Bangor train station, this lovely Victorian townhouse has big, bright rooms, stylish decor and a friendly owner who can't do enough to…

  • Arkle House

    Derry (Londonderry)

    Located 2km northwest of the city centre, this grand Victorian house is set in private gardens and offers five large, lush bedrooms and a private kitchen…

  • Fiddlestone Bar & B&B

    County Fermanagh

    This classic village-centre pub has six basic rooms that are just right after a long day touring followed by hours spent enjoying the trad-music sessions…

  • Village B&B

    Glens of Antrim

    Right in the middle of town, the Village offers spotless rooms with private bathrooms and fireplaces, and huge hearty breakfasts (including a vegetarian…

  • Park Inn

    Belfast

    This modern chain hotel has a bright and breezy atmosphere, with slick styling and splashes of bold primary colours. It has a top location, too – only…

  • Kinramer Cottage

    County Antrim

    Kinramer is a basic bunkhouse located on an organic farm, 5km west from the harbour (a one-hour walk) in a beautifully remote location; however it is…

  • Belmore Court & Motel

    County Fermanagh

    Set in a centrally located row of terrace houses linked to a large modern extension, the Belmore offers spacious, well-equipped rooms in the new building…

  • Cromore Halt Inn

    County Londonderry

    Located about 1km east of the harbour, next door to a petrol station near the corner of Station and Mill Rds, the motel-style Cromore has a dozen modern,…

  • Park Avenue Hotel

    Belfast

    The classy 56-room Park Avenue is handy for the George Best Belfast City Airport (3km away), and it's only 3km east of the city centre. Rooms are spacious…

  • Charlemont Arms Hotel

    Counties Down & Armagh

    This 19th-century hotel includes an oak-panelled dining room, Victorian fireplaces and other period features that add charm. The bedrooms are spacious but…

  • Alexander Arms

    County Londonderry

    A long-established hotel and pub (dating from 1875), the centrally located Alexander Arms is a friendly, family-run place that offers simple B&B…

  • Castle Hostel

    Ballycastle

    This centrally located hostel in a Victorian terrace has a good kitchen and dining area and a friendly, helpful owner. Rooms have bay windows and wooden…

  • Dundonald Touring Caravan Park

    Belfast

    Situated on a busy arterial road 7km east of the city centre, this small, 22-site campground in a park next to the Dundonald Icebowl (where you check in)…

  • Abbey B&B

    Derry (Londonderry)

    There's a warm welcome waiting at this family-run B&B just a short walk from the walled city, on the edge of the Bogside. Rooms are spacious and modern.

  • Ballyness Caravan Park

    County Antrim

    This well-run caravan park (no tents), with woodland areas, wildlife ponds and spacious sites, is about 1km south of Bushmills town centre on the B66.

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