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.

Scrabo Country Park
Explore the great outdoors at Scrabo Country Park, a lovely green space in Newtownards. Check out the shops and lively bars in this walkable area.

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.
Magherascouse Lough
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Magherascouse Lough during your travels in Newtownards.
Ballygowan Hotel Deals

The Fitzwilliam Hotel Belfast
Room was very clean Room service is very good But what stood out was the staff, super friendly, attentive and warm. It will definitely become my regular hotel for my business trips.
Reviewed on 2026/2/19

Holiday Inn Belfast City Centre by IHG
We had a good stay, friendly staff, good breakfast, clean, good location. Would stay again.
Reviewed on 2026/2/23

Leonardo Hotel Belfast
Great breakfast
Reviewed on 2026/2/22

Maldron Hotel Belfast City
Great staff
Reviewed on 2026/2/18

Moxy Belfast City
Great
Reviewed on 2026/2/22

room2 Belfast Hometel
Staff were pleasant but it did not seem as welcoming as last time.The room did'nt have any of the extras I enjoyed the last time like games and a welcome note etc.The breakfast was ok but last year I went there was salmon and this year there was cubed ham and cheese.The breakfast certainly was not ...
Reviewed on 2026/2/22
