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Ballygally Castle Hotel
Ballygally Castle Hotel sits right on the Antrim Coast on the Causeway Coastal Route, with cracking sea views across Ballygally Bay. It's a proper castle stay with plenty of original character, but it still works as a practical base for a North Coast golf break. The 17th-century stonework, turrets and period features give you that heritage feel without being overly formal, which suits golfers who want atmosphere but don't want to feel like they're staying in a museum.
In 2022, Condé Nast Traveller readers voted Ballygally into the top 30 places to stay in the United Kingdom, based on the experiences of over 240,000 travellers worldwide. In other words, it's not just a pretty façade, it's a place people actually enjoy staying in. The castle sits just 26 miles north of Belfast and 28 miles from George Best Belfast City Airport, making it an accessible base for exploring the Antrim Coast, the Giant's Causeway, Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge and the landscapes made famous by Game of Thrones. On clear days, you can see across to Scotland from some of the sea-facing rooms.
For golfers, the location is hard to beat. Royal Portrush Golf Course, home of the Open Championship in 2019 & 2025, is within easy reach, and the hotel works well as a base for a short North Coast tour. After a day on the links at Portrush or exploring the rope bridge and Giant's Causeway, the castle provides a welcoming retreat with genuine character and a scenic coastal setting.
Who is this for?
Golfers and small groups who want a characterful base for a Royal Portrush-led North Coast trip, plus couples who like the idea of a castle stay with sea views.
Who is it best for?
2–4 night golf breaks where you're playing Portrush and one or two other North Coast courses, and you'd rather have atmosphere and location than a big modern resort set-up.
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Accommodation at Ballygally Castle Hotel
The hotel has 54 bedrooms split between the historic castle and the newer wings. If you want the 'castle' feel, look for rooms with exposed beams and original features. Prefer a quieter night after 36 holes? The garden wing can be a good shout. A handful of rooms also look out towards the bay, which is worth considering if you're making a weekend of it rather than just using it as a golf base.
What we like for golf groups is that it's got genuine character without being overly formal. You can get back from Portrush, grab a drink, get changed and head straight down to dinner without feeling underdressed. If you're travelling as a couple or with family, the location is the big win, you're on the coast, close to Belfast and within easy reach of the main Causeway Coast stops.
The on-site restaurant serves locally sourced dishes, and the bar is a comfortable spot to settle in after a round. There's parking on site, which matters when you're hauling clubs and kit, and the hotel can accommodate families and couples alongside golf groups without feeling like a golf-only venue. Before you book, it's worth checking room type and location, as layouts vary in a historic building. If you'd like us to steer you towards the best options for views, space for golf bags or easy access, we can help.
Breakfast is included in most packages, and the dining room overlooks the bay, so you're starting the day with a proper view before heading out to the course. The atmosphere is relaxed rather than stuffy, which suits golfers who want a bit of history and scenery without the formality of a country house hotel. If you're booking for a society or a larger group, it's worth getting in touch early to confirm room allocation and any specific requirements around dining times or club storage.
