Top Boutique Hotels in Antrim County (2026)

A 2-minute walk from The Belfast Empire Music Hall, Regency House features 5-star accommodations in the Queens Quarter district of Belfast. Private parking is available on site at this recently renovated property. The condo hotel offers an outdoor fireplace and a 24-hour front desk. At the condo hotel, every unit comes with a desk. The rooms have a coffee machine, a flat-screen TV, a safety deposit box, and free Wifi, while selected rooms will provide you with a patio and some have inner courtyard views. At the condo hotel, the units have a private bathroom with bathrobes and a hair dryer. Continental and vegetarian breakfast options with local specialities, fresh pastries, and pancakes are available every morning at the condo hotel. There is an on-site bar. A baby safety gate is also available at Regency House, while guests can also relax in the garden. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include The Waterfront Hall, Ulster Museum, and Botanic Gardens Belfast. The nearest airport is George Best Belfast City, 3.7 miles from Regency House, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

- "The staff is what will bring me back. In particular, John was over the top. He was the star of our stay, thanks again for a wonderful stay it felt like home away from home." - "The whole family agreed 5 Star service with a Belfast welcome! Absolutely stunning apartment - home from home but the people made it for us. On hand to take care of our every need but also amazingly pre-empting things that would make our stay even more amazing than we could imagine. We felt our stay was curated to totally take care of our personal preferences and built around our planned activities. Thank you to Chris and Katie and the team for everything and also to the personal driving services of Syd and Robert."

Providing a garden, Duneden Cottage and Grounds provides accommodations in Randalstown. This property offers access to a patio, table tennis, free private parking, and free Wifi. On clear days, guests can head outside to enjoy the villa's outdoor fireplace or simply kick back and relax. Offering a terrace and garden views, the villa includes 2 bedrooms, a living room, satellite flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen, and 2 bathrooms with a bidet and a bath. Towels and bed linen are featured in the villa. There's also a seating area and a fireplace. There is an on-site bar, and during warmer months you can make use of the barbecue facilities. For guests with children, the villa offers indoor and outdoor play areas. Guests at Duneden Cottage and Grounds can enjoy darts on-site, or hiking in the surrounding area. SSE Arena, Belfast is 23 miles from the accommodation, while The Waterfront Hall is 23 miles away. The nearest airport is Belfast International Airport, 10 miles from Duneden Cottage and Grounds.

- "Great house, location and host! All perfect." - "Everything was brilliant from start to finish." - "This very sweet cottage is located in a beautiful rural setting. We had the cottage to ourselves, but the host who lives in her home on the property was very accessible but not in the slightest bit invasive. Aside from being a very pleasant accommodation, our host was extremely friendly, charming, and helpful in providing things to do and places to eat. There were some very nice touches that were particularly special, including a welcome basket of homemade treats, and some basic food supplies for our stay."

Boasting garden views, The Old Bushmills Barn provides accommodations with a patio, around 2.4 mi from Giants Causeway. This villa features free private parking, a shared kitchen and free WiFi. The villa has 4 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, an equipped kitchen with a microwave and a fridge, a washing machine, and 4 bathrooms with a shower. The Old Bushmills Barn offers a barbecue. After a day of hiking or cycling, guests can relax in the garden or in the shared lounge area. This Villa is 0.2 mi from the town center . Old Bushmills distillery is less than 0.6 mi from the accommodations, while Giants Causeway visitors center is 2.4 mi from the property. The nearest airport is City of Derry Airport, 31 mi from The Old Bushmills Barn.

- "Facilities layout and location Ideal for a family group to get together" - "Love the history, the beautiful renovations, the lovely grounds and the location!" - "Jasper was an amazing host from the minute of booking until check out - everything is thought about in the house and provided. The house is amazing, perfectly located for Bushmills village and the giants causeway. Would highly recommend hiring the hot tub" - "Beautiful accommodation set in a lovely location - a hidden gem! The host (Jasper) was most helpful, responsive, and provided everything we needed for a lovely long weekend stay. With a complimentary bowl of fruit and a bubbly surprise in the fridge! All shops, restaurants etc within close walking distance. Beautiful scenery all around with a beach view from the balcony, and gardens of the accommodation. All rooms en-suite was a massive plus and heated flooring in the open plan kitchen and dining space. Ample parking for everyone. I would have no hesitation in recommending to anyone. Just a fab weekend all round!"

The Wylies provides a sauna and a hot tub, as well as air-conditioned accommodations in Dunmurry, 8.5 miles from The Belfast Empire Music Hall. Among the facilities at the property, there's also a pool with a view and outdoor fireplace. There's free private parking, and the property features paid airport shuttle service. At the guest house, each unit is equipped with a desk. Rooms include a kettle, a flat-screen TV, a safety deposit box, and free Wifi, while selected rooms also boast a terrace and some have mountain views. At the guest house, units include a private bathroom with bathrobes and slippers. The guest house also offers an indoor pool and a spa facilities for guests to relax in. The guest house has a picnic area where you can spend the day outdoors. The Waterfront Hall is 10 miles from The Wylies, while SSE Arena, Belfast is 10 miles from the property. The nearest airport is Belfast International Airport, 10 miles from the accommodation.

- "The owners were amazing, very welcoming and very friendly. The room was 10/10 and the spa was great. A good way to fully relax. The breakfast was gorgeous. Shame we only booked one night." - "Lovely owners, lovely location and beautiful property" - "Neil and Rush were excellent hosts so friendly and welcoming and couldn’t do enough for us. It’s such a beautiful place, everything was top notch. The bed was so comfortable and we loved the little box of chocolates left for us. The spa facility was amazing a real treat."

This award-winning, family-run bed and breakfast offers panoramic views of the Antrim Glens, generous breakfasts, and elegant bedrooms. Just 30 minutes from the Causeway Coast, there is free parking and free Wi-Fi. The spacious rooms at Cullentra are traditionally decorated with stylish linens and wooden furniture. All rooms offer tea and coffee facilities, and some have modern private bathrooms. The Cullentra serves a range of delicious breakfast options in the quaint dining room, which offers views towards Lurig Mountain. Cooked and vegetarian choices are available, and homemade bread regularly features. Overlooking The Sea of Moyle, Ballycastle is just 25 minutes’ drive away. There are a number of popular walking routes nearby, including Glenariffe Glen and Waterfalls. Larne Ferry Terminal can be reached in 40 minutes, offering ferries to the Scottish Coast.

- "Everything, the hospitality, bedrooms and the breakfast was superb!" - "We had an amazing stay in cullentra house, the room was comfortable and spotless. James and Olive were excellent hosts, very friendly and made us feel very welcome. The breakfast was amazing, so much choice and the home made scones and wheaten bread were delicious. The previous week I stayed in a 5 star hotel in Dublin and I can honestly say that the breakfast in Cullentra house was much better. We will definitely be back. 😀"

Within 5 minutes’ walk of Portrush’s award-winning beaches, this bed and breakfast offers free Wi-Fi access throughout. Portrush town center is less than 5 minutes' walk from Mandalay, which serves full Irish breakfasts in the bright and airy dining room. Barry’s Amusement Park is within 656 feet of this bed and breakfast. Portrush Golf Club is less than 5 minutes’ drive away and there are restaurants and bars within 10 minutes’ walk of Mandalay. The Giant’s Causeway, a World Heritage Site, can be reached after a 20-minute drive. Please note that the property does not accept reservations from a group of young people. Each modern room has a TV and tea and coffee making facilities.

- "The hosts were excellent from start to finish,the rooms were spotless and the bed very comfortable. Breakfast was excellent and you had a good choice,have already booked to go back again." - "Location was spot on and within walking distance of the town. The breakfast was exceptional and the host was very accomodating. Will definitely return again." - "Breakfast was excellent Hosts were friendly Rooms were clean and comfortable could not find a fault would definitely stay again 😊😊😊😊"

Located a 16-minute walk from The Belfast Empire Music Hall, room2 Belfast Hometel offers 4-star accommodations in Belfast and features a shared lounge, a restaurant and a bar. Among the facilities at this property are a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage space, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Guests can have a drink at the snack bar. All guest rooms at the hotel are equipped with a seating area, a flat-screen TV and a safety deposit box. All rooms have an electric tea pot and a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries, while selected rooms will provide you with a kitchenette equipped with a fridge. The daily breakfast offers buffet, continental or Full English/Irish options. Popular points of interest near room2 Belfast Hometel include The Waterfront Hall, SSE Arena, Belfast and St. Peter's Cathedral, Belfast. The nearest airport is George Best Belfast City Airport, 3.7 miles from the accommodation.

- "Hotel design and facilities." - "Decor is amazing, super friendly staff, very clean, excellent location! Will stay again" - "Beautiful hotel, loved our stay and late check out time. Great location." - "Beautiful decor nice staff good facilities handy for the city centre" - "Beautifully decorated" - "Eco friendly, very beautifully decorated, breakfast amazing. And rooms quiet and comfortable and late checkout!" - "Cute rooms, everything is quirky and well designed"

Overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, White Rocks beach and the Skerries, Albany Lodge is located in the center of Portrush, close to the bustling harbor, restaurants and nightlife. It is a 15-minute drive from Giant's Causeway and within 5 minutes’ walk of 2 Blue Flag beaches, and the world-renowned Royal Portrush Golf Course. Free Wi-Fi is provided in each room at Albany Lodge, as well as an private bathroom, TV and tea/coffee making facilities. Most come with scenic sea views, and some include a spa bath. A hearty Irish breakfast is served in the bright and airy dining room, and lighter options such as fresh fruit and yogurt are also available. The UNESCO World Heritage Site of Giant’s Causeway is only a 15-minute drive, and Old Bushmills Distillery is just 6.5 miles away. Portrush railway station is 5 minutes' walk from Albany Lodge.

- "The view from room was excellent" - "Absolutely gorgeous room amazing view lovely breakfast brilliant staff could not fault it booking again soon" - "Beautiful building" - "The family that owns Albany Lodge are so welcoming and the perfect hosts, they had only taken over the business and had everything 100%. They were very helpful and advised us were to park when we arrived. Our room was so cosy and warm. They had little extra touches like Tayto crisps, chocolates and water in our room. Breakfast was excellent and again Tom, Karen and Donna were so friendly but not 'in your face' hosts either. The beach across the road is amazing too. I have recommended Albany Lodge already to family and friends and we will definitely stay again when back in Portrush."

Located a 9-minute walk from Whiterocks Beach, Elephant Rock Hotel offers 4-star accommodations in Portrush and features a shared lounge, a terrace and a bar. Located around 8.4 miles from Giant's Causeway, the hotel with free WiFi is also 1.2 miles away from Royal Portrush Golf Course. The property provides room service, a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage for guests. At the hotel, every room is equipped with a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. Elephant Rock Hotel has certain units with sea views, and each room is equipped with a coffee machine. Guest rooms will provide guests with a fridge. A continental, Full English/Irish or vegetarian breakfast is available daily at the property. At the accommodation you'll find a restaurant serving British, Irish and Italian cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and vegan options can also be requested. Dunluce Castle is 3.7 miles from Elephant Rock Hotel. The nearest airport is City of Derry Airport, 30 miles from the hotel.

- "Gorgeous decor, really friendly staff and lovely shortbread biscuits with the tea facilities." - "Breakfast was lovely and staff were very polite" - "Very nice, large and clean room with an excellent view of the sea. The food was excellent in their restaurant as well!" - "Staff was outstanding in all ways. Excellent location. Hotel itself is very good. Rooms are on the small side, but very well done." - "Beautiful hotel, very comfortable and relaxing stay. Service was excellent and staff are very friendly."

Located in Belfast, within a 13-minute walk of The Belfast Empire Music Hall and 2.3 miles of The Waterfront Hall, The Harrison Chambers of Distinction has accommodations with a terrace and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free private parking for guests who drive. The property is around 2.7 miles from SSE Arena, Belfast, 3.2 miles from Titanic Belfast and a 4-minute walk from Ulster Museum. The property provides room service, a concierge service and organizing tours for guests. At the hotel, each room has a desk. The private bathroom is equipped with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. At The Harrison Chambers of Distinction rooms have bed linen and towels. Breakfast is available each morning, and includes buffet, continental and vegetarian options. Botanic Gardens Belfast is a 8-minute walk from the accommodation, while St. Peter's Cathedral, Belfast is 1.9 miles from the property. The nearest airport is George Best Belfast City Airport, 4.3 miles from The Harrison Chambers of Distinction.

- "Fabulous quirky decor, friendly staff" - "Fun decore, friendly staff, good value for money" - "Great antique rooooooms" - "Quirky charming romantic fun friendly stimulating - loved it!" - "Breakfast was very nice. Lovely ambiance and character." - "Lovely quirky property, excellent staff and a tasty breakfast. Only a couple of km walk or a short bus ride from the City Centre. What a great find!" - "Great amount of talent and inspiration can be seen in the place style. The composition is great and met with luxurious finishes, simply great. The staff is amazing and caring as well - we were helped with a table booking for a dinner and got one same night 'just walk in and say you're with us', lovely!"

The 4-star Galgorm features a luxury spa and award-winning restaurant. It is set within 163 acres of lush parkland with the River Maine flowing through. The resort is just 3 miles from Ballymena, in beautiful Country Antrim. The elegant bedrooms each have a luxury modern bathroom and a flat-screen TV. Rooms also feature a cozy seating area and a work desk, and some have scenic views across the grounds. The Resort also features a selection of restaurants & bars and extensive conference and banqueting facilities. Guests can enjoy Thermal Village and Spa - the only one in Ireland. It features riverside hot tubs, indoor and outdoor heated pools, steam rooms and saunas. The impressive Galgorm is in heart of Northern Ireland's breathtaking countryside. There is free on-site parking, and Galgorm Castle Golf Club is a 3-minute drive away. Belfast international airport is 17 miles away.

- "Galgorm is absolutely stunning- I was expecting more of a historic castle stay, but it was massive and beautiful. The hotel runs along a river that makes a pleasant rapids sound at night. It was our anniversary, and the staff left us a card- really nice touch. There were restaurants and bars within the grounds (see below)- the bar was great. Very comfortable bed, really great stay. The thermal spa was also really nice and a cool experience for someone who has never really been to a spa before- I would've loved to book the riverside private tubs as they are beautiful! Breakfast was delicious and in the beautiful tea space."

Located in the bohemian Queen’s Quarter of Belfast, a mere 10-minute walk from the city center, Tara Lodge offers stylish, modern bedrooms with warm and genuine hospitality. Established in 1998, it is the pursuit of excellence and attention to detail which ensures Tara Lodge meets the needs of both business and leisure travelers. A friendly team is dedicated to your comfort at the B&B, from arrival to departure. On offer is free secure on-site car parking (limited spaces on a first-come, first-served basis) and the fabulous location means you will be just a few minutes’ walk from many restaurants and bars to suit all tastes and budgets. There are 2 dedicated fully accessible bedrooms with en suite wet room – please request at the time of booking.

- "Everything" - "The Tara Lodge has parking spaces, which i why we initially booked. The hotel itself is very clean and tidy. All the staff were pleasant and helpful with any questions that we had. The hotel is situated about 15minutes walk to central Belfast. We would highly recommend the Tara Lodge and would definately stay again if visiting Belfast." - "10,/10" - "The staff was excellent, warm and inviting." - "Lovely hotel not far from centre"

Anvershiel House in Portrush provides homely accommodations on the Northern Ireland coast. With private parking, rooms at this family-run guest house have private bathrooms and free Wi-Fi. A complementary buffet style self-service breakfast with Tea and Coffee is provided in our downstairs breakfast area. All bedrooms at Anvershiel House have tea and coffee facilities and a flat-screen TV. They are furnished with a wardrobe and chest of drawers. Portrush’s center with a variety of pubs and restaurants is a 2-minute walk away. A popular holiday resort, Portrush is around 1 hour from Belfast International Airport. Among the town’s attractions are Dunluce Castle and Old Bushmills Distillery, both less than 15 minutes’ drive from Anvershiel House.

- "Great room - clean. Parking available. Wonderful coffee making facilities downstairs. Nice size room. Fan. Hair dryer. Lovely breakfast. Comfortable bed. Comfortable stay all round. Wonderful homely feel and nice touch with facilities for making coffee, juice, water etc and locket dining area. Thank you!" - "Clean and tidy with spacious rooms, tons of storage, perfectly blended in." - "Great location, super friendly and welcoming staff, the room was warm, comfy, had everything we needed and the breakfast was huge and delicious - thanks!"

Leighinmohr House Hotel features free WiFi, on-site dining options and free private parking. Located in the large town of Ballymena in County Antrim, the property also offers conference facilities. Rooms at Leighinmohr offer private bathrooms, a flat-screen TV and tea/coffee making facilities. Private dining facilities for up to 40 guests are available, offering modern cuisine and an extensive wine list. There is also an on-site bar & bistro which serves homemade dishes made with locally sourced, seasonal produce. Ballymena town center can be reached within a 15-minute walk and features a variety of shops, cafés and restaurants. Newferry Waterski Club is a 20-minute drive away and a variety of scenic walks can be taken in the surrounding area of Ballymena.

- "The staff, the food , location and the comfort ! Outstanding" - "The food was unreal, couldn’t fault anything, the breakfast portions were huge," - "Just everything from the minute we arrived greeted by lovely receptionist very friendly staff hotel is just stunning food was amazing Just loved it 😃" - "Food was delicious I was attending a wedding" - "excellent food" - "Beautiful Wedding Venue and Lovely Staff located in Ballymena about 30mins north of Belfast."

The 5 AA Red Star Merchant Hotel is in the Cathedral Quarter of Belfast's city center. It offers luxurious air-conditioned rooms, free Wi-Fi, a spa, and a rooftop gymnasium and hot tub. The Merchant is the winner of the Best UK Hotel 2011 award in the International Hotel Awards. All of the elegantly appointed rooms are decorated with original artwork. They each have black-out blinds, a flat-screen TV, and spacious en suite marble bathrooms. The Merchant is a Grade I Listed building dating back to 1860. Its Great Room Restaurant has a huge domed ceiling and offers a fine à la carte menu and traditional afternoon teas. There is a selection of bars, including the Veuve clicquot champagne lounge. Berts Jazz Bar serves food and has live music 7 nights a week. The Spa has 5 treatment rooms and a hydrotherapy area. There is also a sauna and a steam room located on the rooftop.

- "Everything was beautiful and the staff were great!! We had dinner and breakfast in the great room and both were so delicious. We will absolutely come back to this hotel each time we are in Belfast!!" - "Lovely hotel in a great spot" - "Fabulous dining and dining room" - "First the food was wonderful. We ate breakfast, lunch, and dinner at the Merchant. The room was huge and comfortable. Staff were super nice." - "Hotel went above and beyond for my sister and their husband on their wedding night"

On Great Victoria Street, beside the Grand Opera House, the luxury Fitzwilliam Hotel Belfast offers boutique bedrooms with free Wi-Fi. There is a chic restaurant and modern cocktail bar. Valet parking is available for an additional cost. The sumptuous rooms have crisp Egyptian linens, and the elegant bathrooms feature fluffy robes and designer toiletries. All rooms have an LCD TV, air conditioning and a mini-bar. Fitzwilliam Restaurant serves fine wines and a creative menu in intimate surroundings. The stylish bar offers cocktails and champagnes in real crystal glasses, and features over 700 quality spirits. The impressive hotel features designer interiors, modern artwork and colorful furnishings throughout. Guests can relax in the luxury lounge areas, and there is also a 24-hour front desk. The unique Fitzwilliam Hotel Belfast is a 15-minute walk from Belfast Central Station. Castle Court Shopping Center is just half a mile away. When traveling with Dogs, please note that an extra charge of 30.00 per dog, per stay applies.

- "Everything was spot on and I will be back." - "What a wonderful surprise when the concierge came to the table during our afternoon tea to announce our room was ready. The friendliness of the staff was exceptional. We were made to feel very special on this surprise treat on our wedding day. All the extras including a valentine's card in the room, delivery of chocolates and water, even the candle by the bath, were delightful touches. The number of pillows, the fluffy robes and comfort of the room made us so at home. The restaurant staff were so helpful and facilitating. We absolutely loved our stay and would like to express our heartfelt thanks to all the lovely staff at the Fitz."

Built in 1625, Ballygally Castle boasts original features and scenic views of Ballygally Bay. Set on the Antrim Coast, there is free parking, spacious rooms and a beautiful walled garden. The individual rooms at Ballygally are elegantly decorated, and many offer impressive sea views and original beams. All rooms have tea and coffee facilities and a cozy sitting area. Said to be haunted, the 4-star Ballygally Castle Hotel has a Ghost Room and atmospheric dungeon. There is also large grounds and terrace, and a lounge with an open fire and antique furniture. Set within the castle walls, The Garden Restaurant overlooks the grounds and serves a modern British menu for lunch and evening dining. Afternoon teas and morning coffee are also available. Just 2 miles from Cairndhu Golf Course, Larne center and Ferry Terminal are a 10 minutes drive away. Overlooking the Irish Sea, The Ballygally is just 40 minutes from central Belfast.

- "It is a wonderful property and it has been well maintained." - "Always courteous and friendly room was lovely dinner was fabulous have stayed there a few times! Loved the kippers at breakfast" - "Loved our stay. Thank you. Great scenery and going up the steps of castle was cool." - "Such a beautiful place & so relaxing. Absolutely amazing staff. Great views." - "Attended a wedding on 22nd March..A beautiful venue in a amazing setting. The staff were very attentive.The meal was excellent with brilliant service .Lovely atmosphere in the hotel.."