Carrickfergus
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Visit Carrickfergus

Dobbins Inn
The breakfast selection was wonderful. The staff were very pleasant and helpful with suggestions about the area. Parking was not right at the site but an easy walk just a couple of blocks away. We were able to use a liading zone just in front of the property. Charming place to stay.
Reviewed on 2026/3/26

Leonardo Hotel Belfast
Alexis on reception was a great guy very friendly and helpful! The room was excellent and so was the breakfast! Also the location of hotel is brilliant as well
Reviewed on 2026/3/30

Maldron Hotel Belfast City
Great location and very friendly staff. Shower head was dirty. TV didn’t work all weekend.
Reviewed on 2026/3/29

The Ulsterville Residences
Great place for a stay Would definitely stay again
Reviewed on 2026/3/29

Welly Self Service

Regency House
Avery pleasant stay , our room was small but very clean and comfortable, we were only staying one night ! All staff were very friendly and very welcoming, we had breakfast which was really very good , I’m gluten intolerant and they were very accommodating and had everything that I needed ! I would ...
Reviewed on 2026/3/8
Popular places to visit

Carrickfergus Castle
Carrickfergus Castle is one of the best preserved castles in Northern Ireland and has withstood sieges and defended against invaders for more than 800 years. The imposing landmark dominates the shoreline in Lough Belfast, the inlet surrounding the city, making it impossible to ignore for anyone trying to attack Belfast.
Carrickfergus Marina
Explore the waterfront in Carrickfergus with a trip to Carrickfergus Marina. Make time for the shops and local tours in this walkable area.
St. Nicholas Church
Thought to be some 800 years old, St. Nicholas’ Church stands in the centre of town, a place of tranquillity amid the bustling streets of Carrickfergus. The accepted story behind the church is that it was built in the late 12th Century by John de Courcy, the Anglo-Norman knight who had a reputation for establishing churches and abbeys during his rule.
Beach Road Nature Reserve
Explore the great outdoors at Beach Road Nature Reserve, a lovely green space in Whitehead. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
Greenisland Golf Club
Enjoy a round of golf in Greenisland at Greenisland Golf Club. Make time for the shops and local tours in this walkable area.
Blackhead Path
Explore the great outdoors at Blackhead Path, a lovely green space in Carrickfergus. While in this relaxing area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
