A free breakfast buffet, a garden, and a bar are just a few of the amenities provided at The Rabbit Hotel & Retreat. Treat yourself to a body scrub, a facial, or a body treatment at The Spa, the onsite spa. In addition to a hot tub and a restaurant, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices).
Ballyclare is home to The Rabbit Hotel & Retreat. Massereene Golf Club and Cliftonville Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Titanic Belfast and Antrim Forum Leisure Centre. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Nutts Corner Raceway or SSE Arena. Visit our Templepatrick travel guide
A free breakfast buffet, a garden, and a bar are just a few of the amenities provided at The Rabbit Hotel & Retreat. Treat yourself to a body scrub, a facial, or a body treatment at The Spa, the onsite spa. In addition to a hot tub and a restaurant, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices).
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
An outdoor pool
Free self parking
An electric car charging station, concierge services, and massage treatment rooms
A 24-hour front desk and smoke-free premises
Room features
All 50 rooms boast comforts such as bathrobes, in addition to perks like free WiFi and safes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
Bathrooms with free toiletries
Coffee/tea makers, portable fans, and daily housekeeping
Awards and affiliations
Sustainability Certifications
This property is certified by this third-party sustainability certification scheme: Green Tourism Program. For more information on what this certification requires and verifies, please visit their website.
How much does it cost to stay at The Rabbit Hotel & Retreat?
As of 2026/10/23, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Rabbit Hotel & Retreat on 2026/11/11 start from NT$7,852, 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.
Is The Rabbit Hotel & Retreat pet-friendly?
Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of EUR 15 per pet, per day. A cleaning fee of EUR 100 also applies. Service animals are exempt from fees.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at The Rabbit Hotel & Retreat?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.
What time is check-out at The Rabbit Hotel & Retreat?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is The Rabbit Hotel & Retreat located?
Situated in Ballyclare, this spa hotel is within 9 mi (15 km) of Antrim Forum Leisure Centre, Antrim Castle, and Massereene Golf Club. Clotworthy House and The Junction Shopping Complex are also within 9 mi (15 km).
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The Rabbit Hotel & Retreat Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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The staff were very friendly, chatty and helpful especially Sophie who I had for my massage. She was fantastic and I felt totally relaxed. The spa area is amazing and very clean. The bed was extreme comfortable. The only thing my husband and I weren't happy with was the choice of food for dinner. Very much pub food, would like to see more restaurant food in line with a spa resort. Overall we had an amazing relaxing weekend and will be back. Definitely recommend The Rabbit Resort.
Absolutely wonderful hotel. Boutique rooms, spa on site, free breakfast was incredible with continental to start, full menu included and all the espresso drinks we wanted.
Spa was lovely .
Food was only Ok
Drinks very overpriced and only average quality
Rooms and hotel were clean and modern
Overall it’s a nice place but wouldn’t be rushing back based on cost - far better value in surrounding areas
Great stay overall. Had issue with room on arrival but was quickly and efficiently dealt with which showed great customer service. Hotel and the Spa were amazing restaurant and bar area were well decorated for Christmas and very homely and comforting. It was busy but still the service was quick and friendly. Would recommend the hotel and would love to go back
Very nice room.
Good pool area, however very little space to just sit and chill or read a book which means the area can get uninteresting after a while.
Bar is ok, but the drinks are extremely expensive.
The room was cute though a bit awkward having half of the bathroom in the room and shower and toilet either side.
The restaurant was really expensive for what it was and the location. The pork meal I paid £30 (assuming it would be amazing for that price) tasted really weird/not great and I had stomach pains after that for hrs.
The Spa was great, a button to order drinks would be easier or electronic bracelet to wear and choose options via tablet. Otherwise no one would be swimming with a phone and too cold to get out to order another drink.
The staff aren’t really proactive or present. Felt we had to go find someone or get their attention a lot of the time, just not what you’d expect for the price you are paying to stay and eat there.
Outstanding night stay. The weather was on our side this week and could have mistaken being in a resort abroad. The staff were all lovely, the cocktails were tasty and they even have a resident dog called Florence who is the sweetest! Will definitely be back again
The spa area is amazing, well maintained and clean. Food and service wasnt fantastic at both breakfast and dinner. Our room was lovely. I would come back but just not eat there.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Jodie
2026/2/17
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Definitely not the standard of the Galgorm. Evening menu for valentines weekend was poor and the atmosphere in the restaurant on 13th Feb left a lot to be desired as 2 guests where having an argument for everyone to hear. I would describe the Rabbit as the Galgorm's poor relative.