Summer is well and truly over, Christmas is on the horizon, but in between why not treat yourself to a luxury mini break in Northern Ireland.
Relax and unwind
If you’re looking for the perfect combination of luxury accommodation, world-class spa facilities and views to die for, you have quite the choice in Northern Ireland.
At the splendid
Slieve Donard Hotel in Newcastle you can enjoy spectacular sea and mountain scenery from your luxury bedroom or from the state-of-the-art spa which spans two floors. The hotel has recently reimagined its key spaces with an elegant décor inspired by its 125-year history.
At
Galgorm Hotel, set within acres of lush County Antrim parkland, the Thermal Spa Village delivers pure relaxation with an extensive selection of riverside hot tubs, indoor and outdoor heated pools, steam rooms and saunas.
And multi-award-winning
Killeavy Castle Estate near Newry, sitting in the stunning Slieve Gullion area, offers a blend of old and new with a nineteenth-century castle and a modern hotel development. Surrounded by 365 acres of gorgeous woods and farmlands, the hotel and spa offer the ideal luxury retreat.
See a city
If Belfast is your destination, why not go all out with a stay in the
Grand Central Hotel and enjoy a cocktail in its sky-high Observatory bar, or immerse yourself in a slice of history at the
Titanic Hotel. Alternatively,
Fall for the Fitz with an overnight in the five-star Fitzwilliam Hotel, which is offering a special autumn package.
If you can tear yourself away from your luxury accommodation, visit
Titanic Belfast or historic
Crumlin Road Gaol, pick up a souvenir at
St George’s Market and see a show at the
Grand Opera House. And if time allows, it’s worth the trip down to beautiful
Hillsborough Castle and Gardens, the official residence of the Royal Family when they are in Northern Ireland.
Or why not head to the Walled City,
Derry~Londonderry and take advantage of the
Stay, Dine & Explore package at the Bishop’s Gate Hotel. Including dinner, bed and breakfast, and a Visit Derry sightseeing pass that offers entry to up to 10 visitor attractions, it’s the perfect
Halloween destination.
Savour some fine dining
Belfast has three Michelin-starred restaurants –
The Muddlers Club,
Ox and
Eipic – offering exceptional dining experiences. But gastronomic delights are not hard to find elsewhere too. On a trip along the spectacular
Causeway Coast stop at the
Bushmills Inn. While in Derry~Londonderry head for
Browns Bond Hill, or if exploring the beautiful lake lands of
County Fermanagh don’t miss
MacNean House and Restaurant, where top Irish chef Nevin Maguire serves up sensational cuisine.
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