Carrickfergus Castle is a Norman castle in Northern Ireland, situated in the town of Carrickfergus in County Antrim, on the northern shore of Belfast Lough.
Besieged in turn by the Scots, Irish, English and French, the castle played an important military role until 1928 and remains one of the best preserved medieval structures in Ireland.
For more than 800 years, Carrickfergus Castle has been an imposing monument on the Northern Ireland landscape whether approached by land, sea or air. The castle now houses historical displays as well as cannons from the 17th to the 19th centuries.
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Dobbins Inn

10/10 Excellent

"The reception staff was great. Good reception and welcoming."

The Old Inn Crawfordsburn

10/10 Excellent

"We loved our stay at the Old Inn - rooms were nicely decorated, clean and comfortable. Spa facilities etc were all beautiful and had a lovely relaxing atmosphere. Restaurant was really good - lovely food, great service and attentive staff. Young waiter and waitress (I think called Leo and Sofie) both really friendly and helpful. Breakfast was great quality and freshly cooked, ordered from a menu rather than buffet. Any and all staff we encountered were friendly, chatty and helpful. Love the general atmosphere - chilled out, laidback, peaceful with rustic decor and good lighting etc. No complaints - would definitely recommend and stay again."

The Studio Helen’s Bay Luxury Seaside Cottage - 5 minutes walk from beach

10/10 Excellent

"We had a lovely stay during this fall at “The Studio“ which was wonderful for two of us to spend a relaxing week away. Sara is a hostess extraordinaire! She provided us an excellent guide book of recommendations for getting around town & even had a semi-stocked kitchen waiting for us as we checked in a bit late. All the essentials to make us feel at home: Irish butter, milk from a local dairy, fresh pressed apple juice, homemade granola, jams, bacon, tea and coffee.Helen’s bay is a charming, quiet area between Belfast & Bangor. Probably more ideal if you have a car, however we made do on foot just fine. We’ll be returning soon for another happy time by the sea!"

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Ulster Folk and Transport Museum

The Ulster Folk and Transport Museum has two wings, as the name suggests – one showing the traditions and way of life of the people of Northern Ireland, while the other is a collection of cars, locomotives, trams, horse-drawn carriages, planes, bicycles and even pogo sticks. There are no prizes for guessing which is more popular with young children.

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St. Nicholas Church

Thought to be some 800 years old, St. Nicholas’ Church stands in the centre of town, a place of tranquillity amid the bustling streets of Carrickfergus. The accepted story behind the church is that it was built in the late 12th Century by John de Courcy, the Anglo-Norman knight who had a reputation for establishing churches and abbeys during his rule.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Carrickfergus Castle?

Carrickfergus Castle is located in a welcoming area of Carrickfergus known for its bar scene and golfing. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 13 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near Carrickfergus Castle?

Adjacent to Carrickfergus Castle, Dobbins Inn is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and a restaurant. Another good choice is Premier Inn Carrickfergus, located just 0.1 mi (0.2 km) away.

How many hotels will I be able to find near Carrickfergus Castle?

Expedia has 13 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Carrickfergus Castle.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Carrickfergus Castle, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the top deals on offer near Carrickfergus Castle.

What can I see and do near Carrickfergus Castle?

Sights like Cultra Manor and Grey Point Fort highlight some of the local culture. Enjoy the outdoors at Beach Road Nature Reserve, Crawfordsburn Country Park or Diamond Jubilee Wood. Attractions like Ulster Folk and Transport Museum and The Gallery Whitehead highlight the local culture.

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Dobbins Inn

Premier Inn Carrickfergus

The Old Inn Crawfordsburn

Clandeboye Lodge Hotel

Regency House

Culloden Estate & Spa

The Ulsterville Residences

Tara Lodge

Titanic Hotel Belfast

The Merchant Hotel

room2 Belfast Hometel

The Nines, Bangor Marina

Corr's Corner Hotel

Curran Court Hotel

Moxy Belfast City

Dunamoy Cottages & Spa

AC Hotels by Marriott Belfast

Astala Guesthouse

The Fitzwilliam Hotel Belfast

Bullitt Hotel

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Dobbins Inn

Hotels near other Carrickfergus Castle attractions

Ulster Folk and Transport Museum

St. Nicholas Church

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