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Ballygally Castle

4.0 star property
4-star hotel near Carnfunnock Country Park

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Beach nearby
Bar (on property)
In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Front of property - evening/night
Indoor wedding

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Bar

Explore the area

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274 Coast Road, Ballygally, Larne, Northern Ireland, BT40 2QZ
  • Place, Antrim Coast and Glens
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Carnfunnock Country Park
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Port of Larne
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Belfast (BFS-Belfast Intl.)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Room options

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

Superior Double Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 156 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Coastal Deluxe Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(21 reviews)
  • 210 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Larne

On bay.Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Larne hotel, you'll find Carnfunnock Country Park and Cairndhu Golf Course. Sentry Hill Historic House and Port of Larne are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Antrim Coast and Glens - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Carnfunnock Country Park - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Port of Larne - 12 min drive - 6.1 miles
  • Titanic Belfast - 40 min drive - 30.9 miles
  • Belfast City Hall - 40 min drive - 31.5 miles

Getting around

  • Larne Town Station - 12 min drive
  • Belfast (BHD-George Best Belfast City) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Upper Crust - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Streat - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Prom Café - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Silver Lounge cafe - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Ballygally Castle

4-star hotel near Carnfunnock Country Park
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A business center and meeting rooms are available.

Public spaces have free WiFi. 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
  • Meeting 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
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Ballygally Castle offers 54 accommodations with safes and hair dryers. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

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

Accessibility

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

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

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 available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

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.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 18 per person
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 20.00 (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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation. 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
Ballygally Castle Larne
Ballygally Castle Hotel
Ballygally Castle Larne
Ballygally Castle Hotel Larne

Frequently asked questions

How close is Ballygally Castle to the airport?

Ballygally Castle is 27.6 mi (45-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 Ballygally Castle?

As of Jun 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ballygally Castle on Jun 8, 2026 start from $145, 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.

Does Ballygally Castle have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Ballygally Castle.

How close is Ballygally Castle to the beach?

This hotel is 19.2 mi (38-min drive) from Browns bay walk.

Does Ballygally Castle offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Ballygally Castle, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 18 per person.

Is there a casino at Ballygally Castle?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Ballygally Castle?

Check-in begins at 4 PM.

Is there free parking at Ballygally Castle?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Ballygally Castle have a pool?

Ballygally Castle does not have a pool.

Does Ballygally Castle have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Ballygally Castle have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Ballygally Castle to downtown Larne?

Ballygally Castle is 0.2 mi away from Ballygally.

Ballygally Castle Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 269 out of 383 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 85 out of 383 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 383 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 383 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 383 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Darisabel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We loved the amenities and surroundings.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Pauline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely room overlooking the sea
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic property to stay at. The superior double room was roomy with a spacious bathroom and lovely view of the ocean. Our evening meal in their dining room was beautiful.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cool place. Quiet and cozy
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was lovely as was the beach behind the car park area. Convenient location for seeing Giant's Causeway and Carrick-a-Rede, and not far from Belfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was wonderful!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely stay in Nov. Good food, friendly staff and great views. Oh and judt up thr road from Glenarm Castle which was a real treat. Will come again :)
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

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
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10/10 Excellent

Jaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great rooms and property. Lots of history and the ghost room is cool!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Brian

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

One night stay

We had an amazing stay - all of the staff we encountered were so friendly & the breakfast was fabulous
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We couldn’t have been happier and look forward to coming back again soon.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
relaxing stay, lovely staff, beautiful setting
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel was amazing, the ghosts room was fun if not a tight squeeze. Food and drink are amazing, several local products. Parking is opposite the hotel and from what I can see was safe
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Grant

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great little hotel right across the road from the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always great for a treat
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Lovely stay

Lovely stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Samantha Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location, amazing staff
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing food and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Betty R.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Steps away from a fabulous beach and beachfront walk. Beautiful garden and amazing premises. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very tastefully furnished room and bathroom, most comfortable bed. Enjoyed the whole experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

Lynette K

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
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10/10 Excellent

cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A gorgeous property!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great view of the water directly across the road.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025