Best Hotels with Free Breakfast in Northern Ireland

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.

- "Excellent stay" - "Fabulous hotel" - "My wifes favorite hotel!" - "Exceptional" - "Helpful and lovely staff" - "Spectacular Stay with a Great Location" - "A great location and an amazing dining experience"

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.

- "couldnt have been more perfect..." - "Perfect Hotel for visiting Belfast" - "Fantastic & enjoyable" - "Great hotel in an excellent location, lovely breakfast, wonderful friendly staff and value for money" - "Great convenient value" - "This was a good place to stay and good value for money as it included parking and breakfast." - "Perfect location, great breakfast and super friendly staffs"

Me & Mrs Jones has a shared lounge, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Portstewart. Featuring a garden, the 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The property has evening entertainment and room service. At the hotel, rooms come with a desk. The rooms in Me & Mrs Jones are equipped with a TV and free toiletries. The accommodation can conveniently provide information at the reception to help guests to get around the area. Portstewart Strand is a 19-minute walk from Me & Mrs Jones, while Giant's Causeway is 11 miles from the property. City of Derry Airport is 29 miles away.

- "Something else ❤️" - "Amazing" - "Unbelievable" - "Complete luxury -very speacial for us. Loved it." - "Fabulous hotel to stay." - "Very enjoyable and lovely staff especially our Mash at reception he was a real gem 😃👍" - "Second anniversary" - "Excellent" - "Great and relaxing" - "It ticks all the boxes." - "Very nice stay excellant staff" - "We enjoyed stay & staff were friendly and helpful." - "Birthday treat turned out rather dull"

With a contemporary design and a cozy atmosphere, Clandeboye Lodge is just 5 minutes’ drive from Bangor. There are beautiful landscaped sculpture gardens and the stylish rooms have free Wi-Fi. The 4-star rooms all have scenic views across the surrounding Clandeboye Estate. Rooms also have an HD TV with Freeview channels. Set in extensive grounds, with manicured lawns and designer sculptures, Clandeboye Lodge also features the Coq & Bull brasserie. It has oak floors, iroko tables and stylish design. The contemporary menu includes seasonal, locally sourced produce and an eclectic wine list. You can dine al fresco on the large patio in the summer, or by the open fire in winter. Just 15 minutes’ drive from lively Belfast city center, Clandeboye is adjacent to Blackwood Golf Center. There are 8 further golf courses nearby, and Bangor’s picturesque Marina is a 10-minute drive away. Nearby attractions include the Ulster Folk & Transport Museum, and Mount Stewart with its stunning gardens, all within 20 minutes' drive of the hotel.

- "Keep coming back" - "Felt we were spoiled and fed to Michelin star quality with staff who couldn’t do enough for us" - "Serene overnight stopover in luxurious countryside spot" - "A very relaxing stay in beautiful grounds." - "Stay here, you won’t regret it." - "Great stay was had by all. No complaints. 👍" - "A very comfortable hotel with excellent facilities and helpful staff" - "Beautiful hotel, excellent staff."

Shipquay Boutique Hotel offers accommodations in Derry. The property neighbors Richmond Shopping Center and is 919 feet from Foyleside Shopping Center. It has views of the Derry City Walls. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant and bar. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Each room includes a flat-screen digital TV, tea/coffee services and an private bathroom. For your comfort, you will find bathrobes, slippers and free organic Irish toiletries. Some rooms offer landmark views. Interconnecting rooms and rooms with disabled access are available. Shipquay Boutique Hotel features a restaurant and wine bar, as well as the separate 'Lock & Quay' downstairs bar, which offers a cocktail menu. There is a 24-hour front desk at the property. The Guildhall is 656 feet from Shipquay Boutique Hotel, & the Diamond is 328 feet away. The Millennium Forum can be reached in 5 minutes' walk. City of Derry Airport is 6.8 mi from the property.

- "Shipquay" - "A wonderful stay in a beautiful hotel we will be back" - "I couldn’t have been happier with this hotel." - "Perfectly located hotel in heart of wonderful city." - "Would return but thought it was a bit overpriced" - "Excellent location, food amazing." - "Lovely hotel, fantastic location, lovely staff" - "Great location, clean and staff were very friendly." - "Great but needs air conditioning"

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.

- "Gorgeous grounds, great staff" - "Gorgeous Galgorm!" - "Absolutely amazing!" - "Amazing." - "excellent. thoroughly enjoyed" - "Amazing" - "Relaxing and easy" - "Wonderful stay" - "Very enjoyable 😊" - "A lovely experience." - "I have always been a great lover of the Galgorm but as of late the staff aren’t as friendly & we felt pushed out of"

Perched in the village of Crawfordsburn with fabulous views of the country park, The Old Inn is the perfect rural retreat, located just 10 minutes from Belfast and 5 minutes from the seaside town of Bangor. The hotel is bursting with character - think cozy corners, log fires, mini spa, glorious grub and elegant interiors. Kick of your shoes, put your feet up and make yourself at home…We have a guestroom for every mood. Whether you want to go traditional with our petite guestrooms, private hot tub in our suite, or rustic in our cottage, there is a room waiting for you. Whether it is lunch or a hearty evening meal in the restaurant, private dining or just a few drinks in the bar, our selection of options is guaranteed to satisfy. We also love a party here and hosting is our thing. Get together over fond memories and start making new ones. With all the character and charm we are a perfect boutique-hotel hideaway, served up with heartfelt personal service and an easy going at-home atmosphere. Trust us, you will love it.

- "Relaxing stay in a cosy hotel." - "Absolutely perfect couldn’t fault it" - "Staff made my daughter’s birthday so special. The spa is amazing …. a true gem" - "a pleasant stay and I shall return" - "An enjoyable stay and friendly staff who couldn’t do enough for you." - "Lovely stay" - "Lovely location for a relaxing stay"

On the shores of picturesque Lough Erne, the 4-star Killyhevlin Lakeside Hotel & Lodges has a Health Club with gym, a Elemis spa and an indoor pool. There is a choice of 2 restaurants, and a bar offering a range of menus and drinks. Guests have complimentary use of the impressive health club, featuring a sauna, steam room, spa bath and indoor pool. The exotic Elemis Spa has an outdoor lakeview hot tub and a range of indulgent treatments for guests to enjoy. Lakeside Grill offers panoramic views across Lough Erne and the hotel’s gardens. Kove Restaurant serves an à la carte menu in elegant surroundings. Each room at Killyhevlin is spacious, with modern décor. Each room also has facilities for making tea and coffee, and a SMART TV. The center of Enniskillen can be reached in just 5 minutes by car. Belfast is a 90 minute drive and Dublin is 2 hours from the hotel.

- "Had a beautiful couple of days, enjoyed the Spa and evening dinner in the Restaurant" - "Accommodation and breakfast where good a pity about the quality and variety of menu in the evening." - "We really enjoyed our stay" - "We enjoyed our stay." - "Great place to stay" - "Average"

The Portrush Adelphi offers 5-star luxury in the Portrush town center. Guests have an on-site Restaurant and luxury rooms to kick back and relax. Each room has a flat-screen TV and a bathroom with a shower, bath and toiletries. Rooms also have complimentary tea/coffee and an iron, while some have sea views. The Red Sail restaurant offers a varied menu made using seasonal, local produce. It is served in a relaxed setting and serves a full English breakfast every morning. Hotel no longer offers a Spa The Giant's Causeway, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is 7 miles away. The Bushmills Distillery is a 5-mile drive, and the nearest ferry port is Magilligan, 20 miles away.

- "Great location" - "Perfect" - "Portrush break" - "Perfect staycation spot" - "I highly recommend this hotel" - "Our time spent in the smaller cities of Ireland made the entire trip that much more enjoyable." - "Great hotel with excellent staff" - "A really enjoyable break. The staff were exceptionally helpful and nice." - "Can only highly recommend! particularly for anyone travelling with a dog." - "Glorious service and priced to perfection"

Located at Junction One, Northern Ireland’s largest shopping center, The Holiday Inn Express Antrim offers colorful rooms and free parking, just 10 minutes from Belfast International Airport. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout. The Holiday Inn has bright and airy rooms with TV, tea and coffee facilities and ample work space with internet access. The private bathrooms feature a power shower, and all rooms have a comfortable seating area. A traditional, cooked Irish breakfast is served daily in The Great Room Restaurant, which also offers an evening menu. The bar and lounge areas have free Wi-Fi access, and serve a selection of beverages and snacks. Just 2 minutes from the M2, The Holiday Inn Express Antrim is 20 minutes from Belfast city center. The shores of Lough Neagh are just minutes away, and the famous Causeway Coast can be reached in an hour.

- "Lovely staff and great sausages!" - "We stayed for one week as a holiday" - "A++" - "I had an excellent stay and a great sleep the bed was comfortable" - "Antrim in March" - "Staff were sensational" - "Very good hotel was lovely and so where the staff. Would diffently recommend it" - "Great place to stay close to the city" - "It was fantastic!" - "Homely & so clean" - "Pleasant" - "Great hotel with good facilities and amazing staff."

In the center of Belfast’s lively Queen's Quarter, this modern hotel offers stylish rooms with flat-screen TVs and free WiFi access throughout. The restaurants of Botanic Avenue are close by. Free car parking is provided. Each spacious room at the Holiday Inn Express Belfast has satellite TV channels, a work area, a private bathroom and a seating area with a sofa or easy chair. A packaged breakfast featuring a continental selection and a hot item, with juice, tea or coffee is offered, in order to comply with current guidelines. Free WiFi is available in the air-conditioned meeting rooms, as well as all other areas. The hotel is within 20 minutes’ walking distance of the waterfront and city center, with the Belfast Cathedral, shops and many restaurants. Both Belfast Central Rail Station and the ferry port are a 5-minute drive from the Holiday Inn Express. George Best City Airport can be reached with a 10-minute drive.

- "Good location for sight seeing, comfortable room, good breakfast." - "fantastic!" - "Super place to stay" - "Will definitely stay again :-)" - "Lovely hotel, location and staff" - "Clean, comfortable hotel with great breakfast & friendly staff!" - "Great place to stay" - "Great hotel 😍" - "Very good." - "The main parts of the city are easily accessible." - "Easy. Central. Friendly. Comfy. I'll book again."

Located on the UNESCO World Heritage site of the Giants Causeway, in Bushmills, Causeway Hotel offers en suite accommodations, a bar, a restaurant and 24-hour front desk. Free public parking is possible on site. All the rooms at the Causeway Hotel feature a flat-screen TV and tea/coffee making facilities. The private bathrooms include a hairdryer and free toiletries. Guests can unwind with a drink at the onsite bar, with an extensive bar menu offering a range of tempting foods for all tastes. The restaurant offers stunning views across the bay to the Atlantic Ocean, and features a wide menu. The Giants Causeway Visitor Center is a mere 5-minute stroll away and all guests will receive free entry. Nearby popular attractions include Giants Causeway & Bushmills Railway, 4 minutes’ walk from the hotel, and Bushmills Distillery, 5 minutes’ drive away. Dunluce Castle is less than 5 miles away.

- "Remarkable !" - "Would return here any time I was in the area!!!" - "Amazing hotel, staff and location." - "Excellent location!" - "Visited the Giant's Causeway and enjoyed a few beautiful hikes." - "Perfect Location to see the Causeway" - "Excellent hotel" - "Fabulous location is the one reason to stay."

Offering a garden, The Donard offers accommodations in Newcastle. Among the facilities at this property are a 24-hour front desk and an elevator, along with free Wifi throughout the property. The bed and breakfast also offers facilities for disabled guests. At the bed and breakfast, units are equipped with a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen, and towels. Additional in-room amenities include fruit. At the bed and breakfast, every unit is fitted with a seating area. Guests may relax in the on-site bar, while packed lunches are also available upon request. The bed and breakfast has a picnic area where you can spend the day outdoors. Newcastle Beach is a 3-minute walk from the bed and breakfast, while The Belfast Empire Music Hall is 29 miles from the property. George Best Belfast City Airport is 32 miles away.

- "Newcastle’s hidden treasure!" - "Lovely friendly Hotel wonderful staff and pet friendly." - "I will be going back" - "Lovely, convenient location and lovely extra bits to make our stay very welcome. Thank you!" - "Hotel room was very comfortable and clean. Staff were very friendly." - "Exceptionally friendly, good value, central but quiet hotel." - "Short and sweet" - "Lovely location & wonderful staff" - "Bedtime"