Carrickfergus
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Visit Carrickfergus

Dobbins Inn
The staff was very accommodating. The made-to-order breakfast was great. Just across the street from the carrickfergus castle
Reviewed on 2026/5/13

The Fitzwilliam Hotel Belfast
Hotel was very nice and in a great location staff were friendly and efficient room was very good and bed was really comfortable breakfast was very good and a reasonable price also had a meal in the restaurant one evening and really enjoyed it would definitely stay there again if I return to ...
Reviewed on 2026/5/17

Moxy Belfast City
The breakfast was excellent and the menu offer as well for dinner. We enjoy our stay. Excellent location
Reviewed on 2026/5/17

Welly Self Service
Welly Self Serve The Highlights: The location of this rental is fantastic—just a stone’s throw from the University and right around the corner from several major bus stops, making it incredibly easy to get around. We loved just being around the corner of a street packed with great shops, restaurants, ...
Reviewed on 2026/4/28

The Ulsterville Residences
This location was the highlight of my travels around Scotland and Ireland. The whole experience from start to finish was wonderful. The suite was absolutely stunning - high ceilings, large rooms, an incredibly well appointed kitchen area and a super comfortable bed. The location is great with easy ...
Reviewed on 2026/5/15

Cordia Serviced Apartments
Beautiful apartment with a great view. Comfy beds and pillows, well stocked kitchen. Loved the blue delph.
Reviewed on 2026/5/17
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.
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.
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.
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.
