The Rabbit Hotel & Retreat

4.0 star property
4-star eco-certified hotel with spa

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Outdoor pool
Restaurant
Interior
Restaurant
Sauna, hot tub, body treatments, body scrubs, facials, 4 treatment rooms

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet friendly

Explore the area

Map
882 Antrim Road, Ballyclare, Northern Ireland, BT39 0AH
  • Belfast Castle
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • SSE Arena
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Titanic Belfast
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Belfast (BHD-George Best Belfast City)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

Luxury Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Luxury Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Templepatrick

In Ballyclare .Within 6 miles (10 km) of this hotel, you'll find Antrim Forum Leisure Centre and Antrim Castle. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Massereene Golf Club and Clotworthy Arts Centre.

What's nearby

  • Belfast Castle - 13 min drive - 10.7 miles
  • SSE Arena - 15 min drive - 14.2 miles
  • Titanic Belfast - 16 min drive - 14.0 miles
  • Grand Opera House - 17 min drive - 15.3 miles
  • Queen's University of Belfast - 18 min drive - 15.6 miles

Getting around

  • Greenisland Station - 15 min drive
  • Belfast International Airport (BFS) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Crown & Shamrock Inn - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Top of the Town - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Lavazza - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Parkhall Chippy - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬8 min drive

About this property

The Rabbit Hotel & Retreat

4-star eco-certified hotel with spa
The Rabbit Hotel & Retreat offers its guests a full-service spa and an outdoor pool. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

The eco-certified The Rabbit Hotel & Retreat also features spa services and concierge services. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Ballyclare hotel is smoke free.

  • 50 guestrooms or units
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Concierge
  • No smoking on site
  • Lockers available
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Rabbit Hotel & Retreat offers 50 accommodations with safes and slippers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)). Guests can make use of the in-room coffee/tea makers and free minibar items. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.
The Spa has 4 treatment rooms. Services include facials, body scrubs, and body treatments. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a hot tub.

The spa is open daily. Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Tourism Program, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free stocked minibar

More

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Portable fan
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: EUR 15 per pet, per day, plus a one-time cleaning fee of EUR 100
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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.

  • Pet fee: EUR 15 per pet, per day plus EUR 100 one-time cleaning fee
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
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.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

The Rabbit & Retreat
The Rabbit Hotel Retreat
The Rabbit Hotel & Retreat Hotel
The Rabbit Hotel & Retreat Ballyclare
The Rabbit Hotel & Retreat Hotel Ballyclare

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Rabbit Hotel & Retreat to the airport?

The Rabbit Hotel & Retreat is 6.6 mi (20-min drive) away from the Belfast International Airport (BFS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Rabbit Hotel & Retreat?

As of Aug 6, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Rabbit Hotel & Retreat on Sep 3, 2025 start from $219.38, 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 The Rabbit Hotel & Retreat have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Rabbit Hotel & Retreat.

Does The Rabbit Hotel & Retreat offer free breakfast?

The Rabbit Hotel & Retreat offers free buffet breakfast every day from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at The Rabbit Hotel & Retreat?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Rabbit Hotel & Retreat?

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

Is there free parking at The Rabbit Hotel & Retreat?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The Rabbit Hotel & Retreat have a pool?

The Rabbit Hotel & Retreat features an outdoor pool.

Does The Rabbit Hotel & Retreat have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Rabbit Hotel & Retreat have a spa?

Pamper yourself with a day at The Spa, where you can enjoy body scrubs, facials, and body treatments.

How close is The Rabbit Hotel & Retreat to downtown Ballyclare?

The Rabbit Hotel & Retreat is 0.3 mi away from Templepatrick.

The Rabbit Hotel & Retreat Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 4 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

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