Ballygowan
Newtownards
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Popular places to visit

Mount Stewart
Step into a world of elegance and beauty at this 19th-century stately home, as renowned for its stunning grounds as for its opulent interiors.

Mount Stewart House and Gardens
The historic house has some of the most interesting gardens in Northern Ireland and an extensive exhibition of ancient relics and artwork.

Scrabo Tower
Located on the North Down coast just west of the town of Newtownards, the looming Scrabo Tower is an imposing sentinel in the Northern Irish countryside. Built in 1857 as a memorial to the third Marquis of Londonderry, the turreted tower is constructed from dark stone and resides on a hill 540 feet above sea level. The tower itself is 125 feet high, affording visitors with unbeatable views over the countryside and coastline beyond.

Nendrum Monastic Site
Find out about the history of Newtownards when you take a trip to Nendrum Monastic Site. Check out the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this relaxing area.

Scrabo Country Park
Explore the great outdoors at Scrabo Country Park, a lovely green space in Newtownards. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Magherascouse Lough
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Magherascouse Lough during your travels in Newtownards.
Ballygowan Hotel Deals

Maldron Hotel Belfast City
Excellent breakfast. Clean room. Front staff very helpful.
Reviewed on 2026/1/14

Clayton Hotel Belfast City
Brilliant
Reviewed on 2026/1/13

Moxy Belfast City
A lovely central hotel with friendly staff.
Reviewed on 2026/1/18

The Fitzwilliam Hotel Belfast
Everything about this hotel is incredible, can't wait to stay there again!
Reviewed on 2026/1/17

Holiday Inn Belfast City Centre by IHG
Good value
Reviewed on 2026/1/20

Hilton Belfast hotel
Irritated at check in when the hotel wouldn’t take Amex. I was told the POS hadn’t been functioning properly for a week. Hmmm
Reviewed on 2026/1/18
