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980 reviews

Ballygally Castle

Ballygally Castle

Coast Road, Ballygally, Larne, BT40 2QR, United Kingdom

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Free parking

Restaurant

Free wifi

Room service

Bar

Parking On Site

Terrace

24-hour front desk

Ballygally Castle

Welcome to Ballygally Castle, an enchanting 4-star hotel nestled on the stunning Coast Road in Ballygally, Larne. Just a convenient 4.1mi from the vibrant city center, this historic gem invites travelers to experience a perfect blend of charm, comfort, and a sprinkle of medieval magic. With prices starting from an unbeatable $132, your dream getaway awaits!

Ballygally Castle boasts breathtaking ocean views and unique amenities that ensure your stay is nothing short of delightful. Enjoy free WiFi, indulge in delicious meals at the on-site restaurant, or unwind with a refreshing drink at the bar. Golf enthusiasts will love the nearby courses, while families can take advantage of kids’ meals and the welcoming garden. With 980 glowing reviews from past guests, it’s no wonder this hotel is a beloved retreat for travelers seeking a memorable experience.

Whether you're planning a romantic escape, a family adventure, or a fun getaway with friends, Ballygally Castle has something for everyone. Relax on the terrace, make use of the free parking, or engage in a business meeting in the convenient facilities. Plus, our dedicated 24-hour front desk is always ready to assist you. Come, embrace the allure of this Castle by the sea and create lasting memories in a truly unique setting!

At Ballygally Castle, a culinary journey awaits you in the delightful Garden Restaurant, where European cuisine takes center stage. Picture yourself savoring mouthwatering dishes while gazing at the mesmerizing ocean waves. Whether you're in the mood for a romantic dinner or a lively meal with friends, the restaurant provides a cozy atmosphere that adds a dash of charm to every dining experience. And if you fancy a refreshing drink, retreating to the bar is the perfect way to kick back and let the stress of everyday life melt away.

One of the greatest treasures of Ballygally Castle is the variety of room options designed to cater to your every whim. Choose the cozy Junior Suite for a family adventure, or treat yourself to the panoramic views from the Deluxe Sea View room. For those looking for a little bit of everything, the Luxury or Suite Deluxe accommodations are perfect for groups of friends or family, ensuring comfort and connection during your stay. With each room thoughtfully designed, you’ll find the perfect nook to unwind after exploring the coastal delights that surround you.

Adventure is just a step outside the castle doors! Immerse yourself in the captivating beauty of Larne’s stunning coastline, perfect for leisurely strolls or invigorating hikes. For golf enthusiasts, the nearby courses promise a thrilling game amid breathtaking scenery. After the excitement of the day, return to Ballygally Castle to relive your adventures with friends and family. With so much to discover and enjoy, your stay at Ballygally will be a delightful tapestry of experiences woven with laughter, scenery, and unforgettable memories!

Closest airports

George Best Belfast City Airport

19.7mi

Belfast International Airport

21.9mi

Campbeltown Airport

37.7mi

City of Derry Airport

52.3mi

Islay Airport

56.1mi

Most popular amenities

Free parking

Restaurant

Free wifi

Room service

Bar

Parking On Site

Terrace

24-hour front desk

Ocean view

Non-smoking rooms

Elevator

Kids' meals

Garden

Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)

Free toiletries

Rooms

Coastal Deluxe Double Room in Ballygally Castle

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Deluxe, Coastal View

1 Queen Size Bed

215 sqft

Ocean view

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)

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Located in the newly refurbished wing of the hotel, these rooms command breath-taking views of Ballygally Bay and the Antrim Coastline, with the Irish Sea and the Mull of Kintyre beyond. The rooms come with bathrobes and slippers.

Coastal Deluxe Double Room in Ballygally Castle

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Deluxe, Queen, Coastal View

1 Queen Size Bed

215 sqft

Ocean view

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)

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Indulge in the Coastal Deluxe Double Room, a spacious haven with breathtaking ocean views, a private bathroom, and a plush queen-size bed. Relax and unwind with the beach just steps away, and enjoy the modern comforts of a flat-screen TV and free toiletries, making your stay truly unforgettable.

Superior Double Room in Ballygally Castle

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Superior, 2 Twin

1 Queen Size Bed

2 Twin Beds

160 sqft

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Shower

Free toiletries

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Superior Twin Room is 280 square feet and includes 2 single beds 80-130 width plus desk and satellite tv .

Superior Double Room in Ballygally Castle

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Superior, Queen/Twin

1 Queen Size Bed

2 Twin Beds

160 sqft

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Shower

Free toiletries

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Experience ultimate comfort and relaxation in our Superior Double Room, boasting a spacious 161 sqft of living space. Unwind in style with a Queen size bed and additional Twin beds for extra guests. Enjoy modern amenities including a private bathroom, flat-screen TV, and free toiletries for a truly luxurious stay.

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Superior

1 Double Bed

1 Twin Bed

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Double Room

1 Double Bed

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Standard

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Double Room, Coastal View

1 King Size Bed

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Deluxe, King

1 King Size Bed

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Deluxe King Bed

Junior Suite, Sea View

1 King Size Bed

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Junior Suite Sea View King Bed

Superior, King

1 King Size Bed

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Superior King Bed

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Superior, Single

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Tower

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Guest reviews

8.9

980 reviews

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Featured reviews:

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Laura

10

August 2023

We had an absolutely fantastic stay at Ballygally Castle. Upon arrival, we were greeted by Trish who was super friendly and helpful, and she checked us into our coastal view room which was just perfect. The rooms are really large, clean, and have beautiful views out onto the sea. That night we went for dinner in the restaurant, which has a fabulous range of gluten free options to choose from. Everything we ordered was extremely tasty and the service from both Matthew and Mollie really was top notch. We also went for some light lunch in the lounge bar the next day, which is such a relaxing and homely place to sit and further enjoy the views - special thanks to Ann for looking after us so well before we checked out! We will definitely be back again!

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Sally

8.2

June 2023

Location was good (although we hadn't realised the hotel was directly on a busy main road). Reception and bar/restaurant staff were excellent, friendly and efficient. Beautiful gardens. Great bar lunch. Chowder and fish and chips. Good sea view from pleasant bedroom. Housekeeping had provided blankets rather than duvets, as requested. thank you. Also a fan in the room if needed. It was very warm weather.

Breakfast. We were shown to a very nice table in the upper restaurant area. Spacious and airy. In contrast with the small, crowded lower area, which we had to pass through to visit breakfast buffet. Hot drinks were brought promptly to the table. However, I was disappointed to see an open bowl of yoghurt on the buffet. Fresh fruit and juices were good. Plates for cooked breakfast were cold and the food was rather tepid.

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Sondra

10

June 2023

The castle sat right on the ocean, the hotel gardens were stunning and much larger than we anticipated. The castle was full of history, complete with turrets, a ghost, historical information posted on the walls, and a great connection with Game of Thrones (for those fans). We were directed to a nearby pub about a mile away, Mattie's Meeting House, which not only had wonderful food, but it happened to be a Thursday evening which is the night that local musicians drop in to play. This was definitely a highlight for us. Breakfast was a large array of traditional breakfast fare (and more--lots of fruit) in a buffet style presentation. Excellent. We loved the fact that this was not a huge sprawling costly castle hotel, but a rather small and intimate, friendly place. It was also an event venue--perfect for an outdoor romantic destination wedding. Yes, it was more expensive than regular B&Bs, but well worth it once! Hey, how often do you get to stay in a castle in Ireland?

Not a thing. It was perfect.

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Steven

9.1

April 2023

The room was of exceptional quality for the money we paid, especially with the sea view upgrade. The staff were friendly and helpful. We enjoyed a good breakfast and evening meal in the hotel restaurants. The area was very beautiful and peaceful. We have already agreed to return in the near future.

I had the seafood chowder one evening, which tasted great, but only contained 1 particular type of white fish. To me, seafood chowder is a medley of seafoods, not just 1 thing. It was also very heavy on the potato and carrot compared to the fish. The wheaten muffin served with it was also tough and chewy, like it had been reheated. I would recommend this be addressed. Also, the menu seemed rather limited. We ended up finding a lovely restaurant in Larne on our second evening and we couldn't decide on what to have there as their menu was so diverse.

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Wilson

10

June 2023

The location was perfect for us. We wanted to spend a few days relaxing and this is the perfect place. Located across from the hotel was a small, nice beach that we could walk on, several benches were also available to just sit and enjoy the breathtaking views. We didn't have a car so we stayed very close but the restaurant was wonderful. There was a small store for snacks and there was a local pub, Mattie's a mile up the road. The staff was amazing, friendly and accommodating. Would stay there again.The garden was lovely and very peaceful.

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Julie

10

May 2023

We arrived very late and Allistair could not have been more helpful. He was the only one on duty and did everything from being bartender to receptionist to sandwich maker, delivered to our room. He did it all with a willing, smiling attitude and was outstanding. Did the hotel proud. The hotel itself was as expected, given that it is a highly rated hotel, beds were comfortable and all amenities provided. We had a seaview room but it was so fogged in, we could not see the ocean across the street. We will return.

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Janice

10

July 2023

We stayed in many different places while visiting Ireland, and the Ballygalley castle was our favorite. The property is absolutely stunning, inside and out. The gardens were gorgeous and expansive and the ocean views spectacular. The room was big and comfortable and the staff were very helpful. The woman in reception booked us dinner reservations in the hotel restaurant (which was also delicious!). The lounge has a Game of Thrones Tea and you can see the door used in the series

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Danny

8.2

July 2023

A beautiful hotel in a beautiful location. The buffet breakfast was quite ordinary but the dinner was very good. The bedroom was spotless and very comfortable.

On the 2nd day of my stay there was a wedding and the bar staff were concentrating on serving the wedding guests at the expense of residents. Two other residents said this to me while we waited at least 10 minutes to get served. When I eventually got served the barmen were very pleasant and apologetic.

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Emma-jane1602

8.2

June 2023

Beautiful hotel..everything was clean and tidy..

Some of the staff need some extra customer services training..parts of the room weren't very well finished for the sort of hotel..need better fans in the room very warm when I stayed and had a unsettled nights sleep..same can be said about the whole hotel no form of air con or windows or doors open to let in air was extremely uncomfortable..not the greatest lighting in the room and too many switches to figure out which lights turned on..

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Ilia

8.2

June 2023

Great food for breakfast. Some ocean views. Cozy building. Helpful service.

Updated (and subtracting a star) after 3 additional stays for work-related travel. Many rooms do not have any views. One wing has only warm (but not hot) water The dinner quality and even the make of the same dish is variable from day to day. Advance reservation is easy, but reservation on site is slow and cumbersome. Expensive vs alternatives.

Points of Interest Around Ballygally Castle

Attractions

Belfast Castle

18.2mi

Crumlin Road Gaol

20.5mi

Parliament Buildings (Stormont)

20.6mi

Belfast City Hall

20.8mi

St. Anne's Cathedral

20.9mi

Shankill

20.9mi

Belfast Cathedral Quarter

20.9mi

Albert Memorial Clock

21mi

Belfast Peace Wall

21.1mi

Victoria Square Shopping Centre

21.1mi

Eileen Hickey Irish Republican History Museum

21.2mi

Belfast Falls Road

21.3mi

Queen's University Belfast

22.1mi

Dark Hedges

25.2mi

Ballintoy Harbour

29.8mi

Restaurants

Garden Restaurant

Cuisines

  • European

Amenities of Ballygally Castle

Free parking

Restaurant

Free wifi

Room service

Bar

Parking On Site

Terrace

24-hour front desk

Ocean view

Non-smoking rooms

Elevator

Kids' meals

Garden

Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)

Free toiletries

Stay rules - Ballygally Castle

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Curfew

  • Parking

  • Reservations

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property

Frequently Asked Questions - Ballygally Castle

At what times are check-in and check-out at Ballygally Castle?

For those planning to reside at Ballygally Castle, the doors open for check-in at 04:00 PM and it's time to say goodbye by 11:00 AM.

Does Ballygally Castle come with parking?

Yes, parking is available at Ballygally Castle. The hotel provides free on-site public parking, and there is no need to make a reservation for parking.

How much does a stay at Ballygally Castle cost?

Ballygally Castle offers accommodations starting at $132. Keep in mind, room types and dates might affect the final price. For specific rates, input your stay dates.

What types of rooms does Ballygally Castle offer?

Ballygally Castle offers Superior Double Rooms and Coastal Deluxe Double Rooms. Both room types are non-smoking and have a maximum occupancy of 2 adults and 1 child. The Superior Double Room is 161 sqft and has 1 queen-size bed and 2 twin beds, while the Coastal Deluxe Double Room is 215 sqft and has 1 queen-size bed.

What are the main attractions at Ballygally Castle?

Guests at Ballygally Castle can spend their time at various leisure amenities provided by the hotel. They can enjoy a game of golf at the hotel's golf course. The bar is also a good place to relax and unwind. Additionally, the hotel offers cycling facilities for guests who enjoy outdoor activities.

For dining options, guests can visit the Garden Restaurant located on-site, which offers a variety of European cuisines. This ensures that guests have a convenient and enjoyable dining experience without having to leave the hotel premises.

Overall, guests can spend their time at Ballygally Castle by engaging in leisure activities such as golfing and cycling, as well as enjoying delicious meals at the Garden Restaurant.

Does Ballygally Castle feature its own restaurants?

Yes, the hotel has a restaurant on site called the Garden Restaurant. The restaurant serves European cuisine.

Can I use my credit card at Ballygally Castle?

Yes, you can use your credit card to pay at Ballygally Castle. Cash is not accepted at the hotel. The accepted credit card payment methods include Diners Club, Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Maestro.