Top Hotels in Bangor
Bangor Hotels | Places to Stay in Bangor
Discover the best hotels in Bangor, County Down, Northern Ireland including Clandeboye Lodge Hotel, The Old Inn, Crawfordsburn, Premier Inn Bangor (Northern Ireland) hotel, Shelleven Guest House, The Salty Dog Hotel & Bistro, The Old Inn, Crawfordsburn, The Cairn Bay Lodge, Ennislare Guest House, Princetown Guesthouse, Marine Court Hotel.
Restaurants in Bangor
1. Clandeboye Lodge Hotel
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1568 reviews
The Clandeboye Lodge is out on its own. We do things differently. We’re all about people. We look after you. Properly. Our staff make the moment. Friendly, attentive, always happy to talk and advise, come and go, serve and smile. You’ll feel at home. We know it. When it comes to detail, we do it right. And, as we all know, the difference is in the detail. We’re out on our own. We like it that way. You will too. Coq and Bull. An unusual restaurant we think. Everyone seems at home. The old hand and young buck. Connoisseur and trencherman. The quiet diners and the in-with-a-crowders. Good, honest food. Taste is king and local rules. Wine, if not exactly compulsory, encouraged. And anyway, life’s too short not to. Don’t get us wrong. We love Belfast. It’s a city that is coming into its own. But why not stay out here with us? It’s not far. Then, when you do want to chill, you’re right here. A walk on the shore. A wander in the woods. A stroll through history.
A five star experience
Reviewed By vealegmAlways first class experience! Visiting the Lodge is worth every penny, every time we visit! The food is extraordinary and the staff couldn’t be more hospitable. There are wonderful walks and beautiful scenery nearby - a lovely place to escape and recharge.
2. The Old Inn, Crawfordsburn
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1841 reviews
The Old Inn is nestled in the charming village of Crawfordsburn. Enriched in history, The Old Inn dates back to 1614 and is labelled as one of the region’s most historic hotels due in part to its links with author and 20th Century Literary icon C.S. Lewis. A new chapter in an iconic age-old story, you’ll find The Old Inn is a place where classic Victorian design meets elegant authentic luxury, embodying a playful blend of the old and new, the local with the worldly. Named in the Irish Independent’s Fab 50, an accolade for best places to stay in Ireland in 2022, The Old Inn is like home away from home, with personable service and an easy-going atmosphere. Guests can kick off their shoes and get comfortable in Crawfordsburn in a guestroom that suits every mood. The Restaurant is perfect for romantic evenings and ideal for refuelling after energetic adventures, offering a seasonal menu that marries homely classics with modern dining. A destination for food lovers keen to try something different in a casual, yet elegant space, The Restaurant guarantees a delicious meal in stylish surroundings. Guests can retire to the 1614 Bar; a quintessentially comfy, laid-back spot to while away the evening by roaring fires.
Wonderful 2-Night Stay
Reviewed By Aslanschild2In March, we booked C. S. Lewis's honeymoon suite for May 17-19, which was a "Junior Suite," and confirmed this by email. As big C. S. Lewis aficionados, this was a real treat for us. We could not have enjoyed our stay here more. The meals were all superb, over-the-top, and the staff, especially in the dining room but everywhere, were terrific. We especially want to mention wait staff Maria, Whitney, and Lynn. We enjoyed getting to know Maria a bit, and wanted to adopt her! She agreed to switch places with us, to come to Los Angeles, while we would take her position at the Old Inn! Trouble is, it would have taken both of us to do her job the way she does it, and even then... (LOL) Our room was awesome. It had an enormous copper bathtub, plus--joy of joys!--a classic wardrobe with a very ornate door on it, through which one could almost expect to fall into Narnia. See my photos. We would most certainly stay here again if we are ever lucky (blessed) enough to travel to lovely Ireland and the Belfast area once more.
3. Premier Inn Bangor (Northern Ireland) hotel
Overall Ratings
4 based on 200 reviews
Whether you’re planning romantic breaks or family holidays in Northern Ireland, our Premier Inn Bangor (Northern Ireland) hotel is an ideal choice. Set in the heart of this popular resort in County Down and just a five-minute walk from Bangor train station, our stylish hotel is near all the top activities in Bangor – explore top places to visit in Northern Ireland like Bangor Castle or Crawfordsburn Country Park, enjoy family attractions in Bangor at Pickie Funpark, and soak up the scenery with a walk along the North Down Coastal Path. However you spend your days out in Bangor, you can look forward to tasty family meals back at our in-house Thyme restaurant before relaxing on one of our luxurious Hypnos bed.
On the whole a great stay!
Reviewed By joyfaulkner95Great location, clean and affordable room. Overall very friendly staff. Continental breakfast was a bit of an epic fail, not much choice and it seemed as though it had been ransacked by the group that got there before us. One member of staff was useless at our second breakfast, made a milky mess on our table, laughed and left us to clean it up but other than her the other staff were attentive. Would say that the breakfast was majorly overpriced for what we actually got.
4. Shelleven Guest House
Overall Ratings
5 based on 469 reviews
Shelleven Guest House is a Victorian property with great charm and period features throughout, providing luxurious accommodation and dining in a warm relaxed atmosphere. The property Is rated as 4-star accommodation by the Northern Ireland Tourist Board. Situated in a quiet area, close to Bangor Marina, the promenade, and the town centre. Shelleven is set back from the road with accessible access and gardens and private parking to the front. The front bedrooms have sea views over the bay and beyond. The 13 bedrooms feature a flat-screen TV with Netflix access and an en suite bathroom. Complimentary WiFi is provided throughout the property. The train/bus station is a 5-8 minutes' walk away, with direct links to Dublin, Belfast City centre and Belfast City Airport. Several golf courses are also nearby.
Wonderful guest house
Reviewed By Cruiser05236116248Stayed for the weekend and it was the perfect accommodation for us! Close to the sea, comfy room with USB charging ports and Netflix and the friendliest hosts. We were able to check in 3 hours early which was so accommodating and they were always available to answer any questions we had. Perfect stay - will definitely be back!
5. The Salty Dog Hotel & Bistro
Overall Ratings
4 based on 633 reviews
An old Victorian townhouse that’s been beautifully transformed into a stunning boutique hotel overlooking Bangor’s Marina and the Irish Sea. A perfect retreat from everyday hustle and bustle. Friendly staff, gorgeous rooms and great food will make your stay a memorable one. Committed to fine local produce, our highly skilled, award winning chefs, offer a real alternative to Belfast’s restaurants. Whether you’re visiting North Down’s attractions or want a memorable Bangor night out – The Salty Dog offers accessible, nostalgic food in a relaxed setting.
Overpriced poor quality food.
Reviewed By amyw514The food was grim, especially considering the price. The 'chowder' was a bowl of cream- they'd obviously just heated some frozen fish and put it in a bowl with some cream as there was no flavour and no texture whatsoever, thin, watery and completely flavourless. The 'Korean' sauce was actually piri-piri- this wasn't simply a mistake as they don't have piri-piri on the menu. Style over substance-. Crap food served on nice crockery and no atmosphere at all. It might be nice to just go for a drink and sit out the front in the summer, but there seems to be other dog friendly eateries in the area that would be worth a try first.
6. The Old Inn, Crawfordsburn
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1841 reviews
The Old Inn is nestled in the charming village of Crawfordsburn. Enriched in history, The Old Inn dates back to 1614 and is labelled as one of the region’s most historic hotels due in part to its links with author and 20th Century Literary icon C.S. Lewis. A new chapter in an iconic age-old story, you’ll find The Old Inn is a place where classic Victorian design meets elegant authentic luxury, embodying a playful blend of the old and new, the local with the worldly. Named in the Irish Independent’s Fab 50, an accolade for best places to stay in Ireland in 2022, The Old Inn is like home away from home, with personable service and an easy-going atmosphere. Guests can kick off their shoes and get comfortable in Crawfordsburn in a guestroom that suits every mood. The Restaurant is perfect for romantic evenings and ideal for refuelling after energetic adventures, offering a seasonal menu that marries homely classics with modern dining. A destination for food lovers keen to try something different in a casual, yet elegant space, The Restaurant guarantees a delicious meal in stylish surroundings. Guests can retire to the 1614 Bar; a quintessentially comfy, laid-back spot to while away the evening by roaring fires.
Wonderful 2-Night Stay
Reviewed By Aslanschild2In March, we booked C. S. Lewis's honeymoon suite for May 17-19, which was a "Junior Suite," and confirmed this by email. As big C. S. Lewis aficionados, this was a real treat for us. We could not have enjoyed our stay here more. The meals were all superb, over-the-top, and the staff, especially in the dining room but everywhere, were terrific. We especially want to mention wait staff Maria, Whitney, and Lynn. We enjoyed getting to know Maria a bit, and wanted to adopt her! She agreed to switch places with us, to come to Los Angeles, while we would take her position at the Old Inn! Trouble is, it would have taken both of us to do her job the way she does it, and even then... (LOL) Our room was awesome. It had an enormous copper bathtub, plus--joy of joys!--a classic wardrobe with a very ornate door on it, through which one could almost expect to fall into Narnia. See my photos. We would most certainly stay here again if we are ever lucky (blessed) enough to travel to lovely Ireland and the Belfast area once more.
7. The Cairn Bay Lodge
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 316 reviews
Chris & Jenny Mullen welcome you to a guesthouse for the discerning traveler, set in extensive gardens directly overlooking Ballyholme Beach, offering the highest standard of food, accommodation and service. All en-suite rooms with either beach or garden views. Gourmet breakfasts, health and beauty treatments and shop stocking local crafts and produce. Winner N. Ireland Tourism Award Guesthouse of the Year 2006 and 2007, runner up 2008. Ideal base to tour Belfast and Ard Peninsula. Off street parking.
Long Weekend away
Reviewed By jasonb728Chris and Jenny have a lovely guest house that is very nice. It is interesting, clean and ran very professional. The room was great, with magic views and the food I look forwarded to every day. Both of enjoyed so much we said we would be back...Thank you re Jason
8. Ennislare Guest House
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 183 reviews
Welcome to Ennislare Guest House, your Bangor “home away from home.” Ennislare Guest House aims to make your visit as relaxing and enjoyable as possible, which is why so many guests continue to come back year after year. Given the close proximity of popular landmarks, such as Bangor Abbey (0.4 mi) and Tower House (0.4 mi), guests of Ennislare Guest House can easily experience some of Bangor's most well-known attractions. Ennislare Guest House offers guests an array of room amenities including a flat-screen TV, and getting online is possible, as free wifi is available. The guest house offers baggage storage, to make your visit even more pleasant. The property also features free breakfast. Guests arriving by vehicle have access to free parking. Travellers looking to enjoy some lobster can head to Bryansburn Inn, The Boat House Restaurant, or The Wheathill. Otherwise, you may want to check out an Italian restaurant such as Piccolo Pizzeria, Tony Macaroni, or Little Wing Pizzeria. If you’re looking for something to do, Pickie Family Fun Park (0.2 mi), Bangor Castle Walled Garden (0.3 mi), and Ward Park (0.8 mi) are a nice way to spend some time, and they are all within walking distance of Ennislare Guest House. Ennislare Guest House puts the best of Bangor at your fingertips, making your stay both relaxing and enjoyable.
Beautiful, elegant guesthouse
Reviewed By 650jacquisI stayed here for 10 days while I was waiting to move house. The double house guesthouse is situated in a quiet, prestige area of Bangor with a large driveway for guests to park. Approximately 5 mins walking distance into the town centre and a few mins from the harbour. The room was a large double, modern, beautiful and clean. The ensuite was large and very modern. Plenty of heat and hot water all day. A fully fitted kitchen for guests to cook home from home. Ann, the proprietor is a very genuine and welcoming lady and went out of her way to make me feel happy, safe and comfortable. I highly recommend a stay in this timeless guesthouse during your visit to Bangor, Co. Down.
9. Princetown Guesthouse
Overall Ratings
5 based on 46 reviews
Friendly hosts. Charming Victorian Guesthouse. Close to marina. Full of Victorian charm, yet modern and very comfortable. All rooms ensuite. Delicious breakfast available with healthy options and great choice. Vegetarian breakfasts a speciality! Vegan, gluten-free and lactose free available on request. Free off-street parking. Sea views from some rooms. WIFI and TV. Only 2 minutes' walk from the marina. Close to shops, pubs, cafes, bus and train stations, and wonderful coastal walks. Walkers, cyclists, bikers, and anglers welcome. Spacious rooms for up to four people. Evening meals available. Musical instruments, games and book collection available to enjoy. Friendly, informative hosts who go the extra mile. Important Information: As this is an historic townhouse all rooms are either on the first or second floor, accessed by stairs only.
Lovely week long stay, far exceeded our expectations!
Reviewed By jimdR3608YBWe had a last minute change from a hotel in Belfast to the Princetown Guesthouse as our oldest decided to join us on our trip so needed extra space. We could not have been happier with the change!! The room was very spacious for 2 adults and 2 teenage boys. First thing I was pleased to find a lovely herbal fruit tea upon arrival that hit the spot perfectly. We enjoyed the snacks that were left for us including hard candies, cookies and sour gummies! my youngest loved the gummies! Breakfast was lovely and we all enjoyed the notecards on the table with trivia and points of interest, best being trivia related to the Titanic. led to some fun discussions over breakfast. Sonja and Gavin both took an interest in us and were a joy to talk with. Will need to come back and take you up on the "hot totty" sometime really soon! Thanks so much for a lovely stay! Look forward to coming back really soon!
10. Marine Court Hotel
Overall Ratings
4 based on 714 reviews
Marine Court Hotel is situated right in the heart of Bangor, Co. Down, just minutes from Belfast, overlooking the beautiful marina. We offer 51 spacious and tastefully decorated bedrooms, with excellent sea views and all the usual in-room amenities. You can enjoy a relaxing evening in Nelson’s Restaurant with our fresh, locally sourced food while enjoying the views over the bay. As a guest at the Marine Court Hotel, you are welcome to use our luxurious Health and Fitness Club, Oceanis at no extra cost. Private car parking and WiFi is available to all our guests.
Would not recommend and wont be back
Reviewed By peterbJ4868HFI would not recommend this to people unfortunately. We got married here recently and although the night itself was great and the staff and food on the day were pretty good we still arent very satisfied overall with the Hotel. Just a few of the things that we noticed: -They advertised (and are still advertising) a very attractive wedding package for great value yet when we showed interest they said that offer is no longer available and we had to choose the package at about double the price. It feels like they are advertising the 'to good to be true' package to get couples interested then they can switch it to a more expensive package once people are planning to use the hotel. They are still advertising this cheap package to this day, 6 months after they said they are no longer doing it. -in the the run up to the wedding, we had to chase the hotel and enquire about everything such as food, menus, vegan food, drinks, desserts, music, seatings, timings etc - the hotel did not put any of this to us and probe us for information, we had to it all ourselves. There was no one from the hotel reaching out to us to query us for specifics or how we wanted the day to be, we had to come up with everything and then tell them. -When government covid restrictions came into place the hotel said they would not refund our money and when international guests or local guests unfortunately had to pull out due to new rules, the hotel wouldnt refund a penny despite us ringing within minutes of paying to ask for a refund on a few people, they wouldnt refund the money (a few guests had to cancel a few minutes after we paid the hotel unfortunately) - as the hotel wouldnt refund for any of the guests who had to cancel, we asked that the people who couldnt attend's food be given to other people who did attend as extra but this was not done. We had paid alot of money for this food and we had explicitly asked the hotel to still serve their food but they did not - we seen the staff chucking out glasses of champagne that we paid for, yet they could have offered these glasses to people who were there and who wanted them -when myself and my wife arrived at the hotel there was no real welcome for us, no doors held open or champagne handed, we had to hold the heavy doors open ourselves and try squeeze the wedding dress in through the doors -the bridal suite room itself looked good but was pretty tacky for example the taps in the bathroom fell off under the slightest bit of pressure -the hotel for some reason decided not to serve the £300 cake we bought so that practically went to waste. We had indicated throughout that ofcourse we want it served which is why we got a cake that would serve 100 people. the morning after the wedding we were given the full cake as they thought we wanted to keep it. Why would we want to keep it when we had chatted to them before about serving all the people. We did not notice on the night that the cake wasnt served as things were too busy. On the day after the wedding my wife and I were left with a huge £300 cake that practically went to waste - yes, we did try to eat it but we didnt want it and we were only eating it for the sake of it to try to use it before it went out of date, which was a huge waste of money -we tried to follow up with the hotel by emailing them but they have ignored us since the wedding and have not responded to us, 3 weeks later, yet when we emailed them before about choosing them for our wedding they were responding all the time. generally the quality of service from the hotel seems to have gone down over the last few years, as locals we have used it a few times and it used to be great. We live in bangor and wont go near the place again for anything. they are still advertising the great wedding package online and on brochures yet when we were showing interest in them they said the package is not available any more seems fraudulent or dishonest from them so they can get people's interest and when the people have considered the hotel then the hotel will tell them the package isnt available any more. The hotel also said that guests of our wedding would get a discounted rate at staying overnight but they wouldnt tell us how much (£ / % ) discount for some reason so we dont know what was going on
