Built in 1625, Ballygally Castle boasts original features and scenic views of Ballygally Bay. Set on the Antrim Coast, there is free parking, spacious rooms and a beautiful walled garden. The individual rooms at Ballygally are elegantly decorated, and many offer impressive sea views and original beams. All rooms have tea and coffee facilities and a cozy sitting area. Said to be haunted, the 4-star Ballygally Castle Hotel has a Ghost Room and atmospheric dungeon. There is also large grounds and terrace, and a lounge with an open fire and antique furniture. Set within the castle walls, The Garden Restaurant overlooks the grounds and serves a modern British menu for lunch and evening dining. Afternoon teas and morning coffee are also available. Just 2 miles from Cairndhu Golf Course, Larne center and Ferry Terminal are a 10 minutes drive away. Overlooking the Irish Sea, The Ballygally is just 40 minutes from central Belfast.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly-rated for its very comfy beds.

Free parking available at the hotel


Availability

Select dates to see this property's availability and prices

Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 queen bed
or
2 twin beds
Something went wrong – please try again later.
Something went wrong – please try again later.

Property practices

This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.4
Facilities
9.1
Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.4
Value for money
8.6
Location
9.5
Free Wifi
8.4
Select topics to read reviews:

Guests who stayed here loved

  • Charlotte
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    It was my first break after the passing of my mother and I was very touched by the number of people who remembered her.
  • Michael
    United States of America United States of America
    Location and setting were fantastic. Right on the causeway coastal drive. The journey was as beautiful as the setting. The staff couldn’t have been more helpful! Dinner in the restaurant was delicious and the castle portion of the hotel was...
  • Simon
    Cyprus Cyprus
    The location is right on the beach with stunning views. The Hotel was modernised in a tasteful way so to keep the charm and offer luxury. The rooms were big and comfortable with everything you would expect. Breakfast was good and I loved the soda...

Hotel area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Garden Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      European
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian

Amenities of Ballygally Castle
Great facilities! Review score, 9.1

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Room service
  • Beachfront
  • Family rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Towels
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Beachfront
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Activities
  • Beach
  • Cycling
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Sitting area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • iPod dock
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Kids' meals
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
Wifi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
    Front Desk Services
    • Concierge
    • Baggage storage
    • 24-hour front desk
    Cleaning Services
    • Suit press
    • Ironing service
      Additional charge
    • Dry cleaning
      Additional charge
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    Business Facilities
    • Fax/Photocopying
      Additional charge
    • Business center
      Additional charge
    • Meeting/Banquet facilities
      Additional charge
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • Smoke alarms
    • Safe
    General
    • Smoke-free property
    • Wake-up service
    • Heating
    • Laptop safe
    • Packed lunches
    • Carpeted
    • Family rooms
    • Ironing facilities
    • Facilities for disabled guests
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Iron
    • Room service
    Languages Spoken
    • English

    House rules
    Ballygally Castle takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 16:00
    Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
    Check-out
    Until 11:00
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    Children 14 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

    No age restriction
    There's no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Groups
    When booking more than 8 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
    Cards accepted at this hotel
    American ExpressVisaMastercardDiners ClubMaestro Cash is not accepted

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    Cancelations must be made by 12 noon 3 days prior to arrival to avoid late cancellation fees.

    This only applies to bookings with free cancellation policies.

    Please note that the elevator will be unavailable from 5th July to 3th September. During this period, guests must use the stairs”.

    Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

    FAQs about Ballygally Castle

    • Ballygally Castle is 3.7 miles from the center of Larne. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Yes, Ballygally Castle is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • Room options at Ballygally Castle include:

      • Double

    • Ballygally Castle has 1 restaurant:

      • Garden Restaurant

    • The prices at Ballygally Castle may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Check-in at Ballygally Castle is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

    • Ballygally Castle offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Cycling
      • Golf course (within 2 miles)
      • Beachfront
      • Beach