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Ballygally Castle

4.0 star property
Bayside hotel with 24-hour front desk and restaurant

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Lobby
Junior Suite, 1 King Bed
Garden
Lobby
Front of property – evening/night

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$246
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct

Explore the area

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274 Coast Road, Ballygally, Larne, Northern Ireland, BT40 2QZ
  • Carnfunnock Country Park
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Cairndhu Golf Course
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Port of Larne
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Belfast (BFS-Belfast Intl.)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Superior Double or Twin Room

In-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Superior Double or Twin Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Wardrobe
Iron/ironing board
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Coastal Deluxe Room

In-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Coastal Deluxe Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Wardrobe
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Larne

At Ballygally Castle you'll be 1.2 km (0.8 mi) from Carnfunnock Country Park and 2.6 km (1.6 mi) from Cairndhu Golf Course. Highlights at this eco-friendly hotel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .The restaurant, The Garden Restaurant, is open for lunch and dinner. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Each morning full breakfast is available. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 4-property class Larne hotel include Sentry Hill Historic House and Port of Larne.

What's nearby

  • Carnfunnock Country Park - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Cairndhu Golf Course - 5 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Sentry Hill Historic House - 6 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Glenarm Castle - 10 min drive - 11.9 km
  • Port of Larne - 10 min drive - 8.8 km

Getting around

  • Larne Town Station - 12 min drive
  • Belfast (BHD-George Best Belfast City) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Gangnam Chinese Takeaway - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Streat - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Upper Crust - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Larne Tec Old Boys Association Club - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Coffee Doc - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Ballygally Castle

Bayside hotel with 24-hour front desk and restaurant
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A business centre and meeting rooms are available.

Public spaces have free WiFi. The eco-certified Ballygally Castle also features a terrace, a garden, and a picnic area. Free self parking is available.

This 4-star Larne hotel is smoke free.

  • 54 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 1625
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Ballygally Castle offers 54 accommodations with a safe and a hairdryer. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include baths or showers and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Tourism Programme – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available for a fee: GBP 18 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • The Garden Restaurant

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the bay
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1625
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 20.00

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 30.0 per night.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately GBP 18 per person
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 20.00 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 30.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts major credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from Tourism NI.

Property is also known as

Ballygally
Ballygally Castle
Ballygally Castle Hotel
Ballygally Castle Hotel Larne
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Ballygally Castle?

Ballygally Castle offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Ballygally Castle?

As of 16 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ballygally Castle on 17 Oct 2025 start from NZ$246.14, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Ballygally Castle?

Yep, Ballygally Castle has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Ballygally Castle?

The closest beach to Ballygally Castle is Browns bay walk (8.1 km).

Is Ballygally Castle family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a picnic area, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Ballygally Castle is a hit with families.

Does Ballygally Castle serve breakfast?

You bet, full breakfast is served daily.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Ballygally Castle?

No, Ballygally Castle does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Ballygally Castle?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Ballygally Castle?

Check-in begins at 4 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Ballygally Castle?

No, pets are not allowed.

Reviews

Ballygally Castle Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 239 out of 349 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 84 out of 349 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 349 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 349 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 349 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Hamdi

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Welcoming staff good choice of breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbi

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable stay, one of the nicest places I have stayed in N. Ireland.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Lynette K, Firestone

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay before catching the ferry to Scotland. Room was clean and cozy with a great view. Loved all the history about the castle.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice location on the water. Quiet, laid back with a feel of history
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Gerard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathy, maple valley

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location by the water is amazing. The room was spacious, and really nice. Recently upgraded. The restaurant was great good was delicious and bar was great too.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A gorgeous property!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect night

We stayed for a wedding and cannot fault anything. The staff were all excellent especially Grace who went above and beyond for us.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely hotel

Room was lovely and spacious, slept great, bed was really comfy. Room was a bit warm even with the radiators turned off and window open. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bob

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was such a lovely place to stay. The staff were welcoming and friendly. When our wedding photo shoot had to be relocated due to the weather the hotel accommodated us on the property and helped make our time special. This location has so many beautiful hidden gems. Make sure you tour the whole gardens around the property. This was a highlight of our two weeks in Ireland.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jay

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property on the ocean, great view. Nice dining. Nice dinner and breakfast. Great history. Only issue was that they didn’t reflect the Expedia reservation, took a bit of time to resolve. This was the only property on Ireland that didn’t have our Expedia reservation. Don’t let that discourage booking this property, but do reconfirm a few days before arrival.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay. Hotel is well kept and clean. Rooms were large and beds comfortable. Staff was delightful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Renee, Woodinville

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Room was very small and bed was uncomfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Travelled with group
Lift was out so stairs were only option. Staff assisted with bags so not so bad. Otherwise property and staff were wonderful!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Alexander

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

pat, Leeds

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was expensive but lovely. The food was excellent. The staff very helpful. The only thing that wasn’t good was the lift didn’t function. The gardens were exquisite and this is a wedding venue.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Dennis, Red Deer

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The lift was broken but the staff was great about taking the luggage up to the third floor. What I really did not like was that it advertised as having AC, however upon check in we were informed that in fact they did not have AC or fans and we spend an expensive, hot stuffy uncomfortable night
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edwin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Photos don’t do hotel justice. Lovely.

Service, and hotel is just lovely. Directly across from water. Perfect lounge area to enjoy the views and grab a small bite. Breakfast buffet was mediocre. It came with the basics but not as detailed as other hotels we stayed. Service was wonderful and staff warm and pleasant. Room was extremely comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024