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Dobbins Inn

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near Carrickfergus Castle

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Double Room, Ensuite | Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Double Room, Ensuite | Bathroom | Towels
Reception

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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6-8 High St, Carrickfergus, Northern Ireland, BT38 7AF
  • Place, Carrickfergus Castle
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Carrickfergus Marina
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Titanic Belfast
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Airport, Belfast (BFS-Belfast Intl.)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Room options

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Double Room, Ensuite | Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room, Ensuite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(21 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Triple Room, Ensuite | Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Triple Room, Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Single Room, Ensuite | Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Single Room, Ensuite

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Twin Room, Ensuite | Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Twin Room, Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Carrickfergus

In Carrickfergus .Stay at this Carrickfergus hotel and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Carrickfergus Castle and 9 miles (15 km) of Belfast Castle. Waterfront Hall and Belfast City Hall are within 12 miles (20 km).

What's nearby

  • Carrickfergus Castle - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Carrickfergus Marina - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Belfast Castle - 16 min drive - 9.4 miles
  • Titanic Belfast - 17 min drive - 11.6 miles
  • Grand Opera House - 18 min drive - 12.9 miles

Getting around

  • Carrickfegus Station - 5 min walk
  • Belfast International Airport (BFS) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Friary - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪The Central Bar - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Dobbins Inn

3-star hotel near Carrickfergus Castle
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Dobbins Inn also features concierge services, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and laundry facilities.

This 3-star Carrickfergus hotel is smoke free.

  • 15 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 1300
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Dobbins Inn offers 15 accommodations with irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. This Carrickfergus hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Room service
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 10:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from November 2 2025 to November 4 2025 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Staffed front desk, private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property 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.

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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 credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
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. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Dobbins Inn to the airport?

Dobbins Inn is 12.7 mi (17-min drive) away from the Belfast (BHD-George Best Belfast City) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Dobbins Inn?

As of Oct 18, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Dobbins Inn on Nov 1, 2025 start from $95.18, excluding 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.

Does Dobbins Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Dobbins Inn.

How close is Dobbins Inn to the beach?

This hotel is 12.6 mi (33-min drive) from Browns bay walk.

Does Dobbins Inn offer free breakfast?

Dobbins Inn offers free full breakfast on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM and weekends between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Dobbins Inn?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Dobbins Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM.

Is there free parking at Dobbins Inn?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Dobbins Inn have a pool?

Dobbins Inn does not have a pool.

Does Dobbins Inn have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Dobbins Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Dobbins Inn to downtown Carrickfergus?

Dobbins Inn is 0.8 mi away from Carrickfergus.

Reviews

Dobbins Inn Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 259 out of 499 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 156 out of 499 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 59 out of 499 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 499 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 499 reviews

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Todd

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Old place no ac loud music poor service
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

John, Albury

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The staff were wonderful but the property is dated in decor and condition. We had no hot water on the first morning which made showering a challenge. There are limited dining options available in the area and off site parking can be a problem. The complimentary breakfast is lovely.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

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

10/10 Excellent

GRAHAM

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Interesting property. Great service and response from the people working there.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Laura

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A superb family run hotel with wonderful and attentive staff, incredible food and very comfortable rooms in a charming old building. Only one small downside was the lack of water pressure in the shower.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

ALEJANDRO, IRMO

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and surroundings. Breakfast was delicious and reasonable prices. I would stay again in this hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dont stay aywhere else in Carrickfergus. Wonderful people. Wonderful food. Fantastic location
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Christopher

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

10/10 Excellent

William

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely old style inside giving it the historical side off an Inn Staff so welcoming at all times Hot Breakfast choice was great, could do with possibly some cold meat or cheese or yogurts
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel great staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

candace

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

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

8/10 Good

Shelby

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Thea

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The staff were utterly delightful and very helpful. The rooms are tired and lots of things need repairing. If you are there in a Saturday you may be able to attend a wedding from the comfort of your own room. It was like the DJ was in the en en-suite but it was quiet after 2300
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place, with some minor inconveniences: -window to outside would not close and had a gap, letting in a lot of street noise from the bar across the street -no air conditioning or even a fan...room was very stuffy -lots of flies in the room, maybe from the open window? -no hot water at sink -no suitable surfaces for managing toiletries But we knew this is an old building when we booked, so nothing that was a deal breaker.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Ronald

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We stayed at this hotel for one night as a stopover before making our way to Scotland via ferry. The hotel is dated, much like most of the buildings in the area (we are from the United States and not adapted to older buildings.) Parking for hotel is in a public car park for Carrickfergus Castle across the road. No lifts available in hotel and rooms are upstairs. Overall, the room served the purpose for an overnight stay. The hot, made to order breakfast was delicious before checking out. Staff was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Dobbins inn is such a beautiful place the staff are amazing and always there to helps with any needs cant wait to come back amazing place
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Awesome historic property! Location close to Carricksfergus Castle which was really interesting to tour.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

T

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property offers old world charm in an old world neighborhood. The castle is a block away. The staff was super friendly and the dinner and breakfast meals were very good. If you can’t get parking on the street in front of the hotel, free parking is available at the harbor a block away. There is a loading/unloading area in front of the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Kristen

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff was very sweet & was pretty cool to stay in a 500 y/o building. The room was very small & could use some freshening up, and there is no elevator.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Charles

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

C

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Ok Stay

Quirky little hotel, staff were very pleasant, everything ok.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025