Galgorm Hotel - Ballymena

$$$$||View on mapBallymena, United Kingdom136 Fenaghy Road, Ballymena, United Kingdom, BT421EA|
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Galgorm Hotel - Ballymena
136 Fenaghy Road, Ballymena, United Kingdom, BT421EA·View on map
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Overall Score
Perfect
9.1Perfect
Comfort9.5
Cleanliness9.4
Facilities9.4
Location9.3
Staff9.2
Who stays here
Couples59%
Families20%
Groups15%
Solo4%

Overview

Overall Score
Perfect
9.1Perfect
Comfort9.5
Cleanliness9.4
Facilities9.4
Location9.3
Staff9.2
Who stays here
Couples59%
Families20%
Groups15%
Solo4%

5-star countryside retreat with Ireland's only Thermal Spa Village

Spa & Wellness

The Galgorm houses Ireland's first Thermal Spa Village, a 1900 m² complex with riverside hot tubs, indoor and outdoor heated pools, steam rooms, and saunas. A full spa menu includes 20+ treatment rooms offering massages, facials, body scrubs, and a hammam. Additional wellness facilities cover a solarium, light therapy, and yoga classes, with spa packages available for day or overnight guests.

Accommodations

Galgorm Resort offers 125 rooms ranging from deluxe king suites to self-catering cottages and shepherd's huts. Each cottage has a kitchen, wood-burning stove, and private garden, while the forest den suites include their own hot tub and sauna. The property also features dog-friendly lodging and family-style lodges with multiple bedrooms.

Dining & Entertainment

The hotel operates 4 restaurants: Gillies Grill for steak and seafood, Fratelli's for Italian, the Conservatory for afternoon tea, and the Castle Kitchen & Bar at the golf course. Daily entertainment includes live music, movie nights, and a weekly pub quiz. Evening events such as themed dinners and live sport screenings are held in McKendry's Bar.

Activities & Grounds

Set on 200 hectares of parkland along the River Maine, the resort has an 18-hole golf course, fishing rights, a tennis court, and mini golf. Guests can also book golf lessons at the TopTracer driving range or explore the Galgorm Castle Fairy Trail. The property hosts the ISPS Handa World Invitational golf tournament and offers free on-site parking.

Family & Pet Friendly

Galgorm Hotel Ballymena welcomes children with a family-friendly vibe, kids' meal options, and supervised movie nights. Dog owners can book specific cottages and shepherd's huts that allow pets, with water bowls and dog beds provided. The resort also offers baby cots and high chairs on request.

  • Thermal Spa Village: First-of-its-kind in Ireland with riverside hot tubs, saunas, and indoor/outdoor heated pools.
  • Rooms: 125 guest rooms, suites, cottages, and shepherd's huts set across 200 hectare parkland.
  • Dining: 4 on-site restaurants including an award-winning restaurant and a golf-course steakhouse.
  • Activities: 18-hole Galgorm Castle Golf Club, fishing, tennis, mini golf, and live sport events.
  • Wellness: Full spa with 20+ treatment rooms, fitness classes, and a hammam.
  • Family & Pet: Dog-friendly cottages and family policies with kids' meals and movie nights.
  • Location: 5 km from Ballymena, 27 km from Belfast International Airport, near Titanic Belfast.
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 15:00-23:59
from 07:00-11:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the hotel rooms for free.
Other information
Breakfast
A continental breakfast is served and charges are applicable. 
Children & extra beds
Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1. 
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Languages
English, Romanian, Polish, Russian
Building
Number of floors:5
Number of rooms:134
Former name
Galgorm Manor
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Rooms and availability

Lodge
  • Max:
    10 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 Double bed
Residence
  • Max:
    8 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
Cabin
  • Max:
    8 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
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Facilities

Main facilities

Free Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi in rooms

Free parking
Luggage storage

Luggage storage

Locker room

24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Welcome drink

Picnic area/ Tables

Fitness/ Gym

Fitness centre

Swimming pool

Indoor swimming pool

Spa and relaxation

Jacuzzi

Facial

Body scrub

Massage

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Tennis court
  • Golf course
  • Billiard tables
  • Yoga class
  • Fishing

Services

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Picnic area/ Tables
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Sun loungers
  • Live entertainment
  • Garden area
  • BBQ facilities
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Solarium
  • Sauna
  • Turkish bath
  • Steam room
  • Jacuzzi
  • Body scrub
  • Facial
  • Treatment room
  • Massage

Room view

  • Garden view

Room features

  • Free Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Sitting area
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Washing machine
  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Parquet floor
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Essential information about Galgorm Hotel

💵 Lowest room price 203 £
📏 Distance to centre 4.6 km
✈️ Distance to airport 29.6 km
🧳 Nearest airport Belfast International, BFS

Location

136 Fenaghy Road, Ballymena, United Kingdom, BT421EA
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136 Fenaghy Road, Ballymena, United Kingdom, BT421EA
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Restaurant
Fratelli
360 m

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FAQ about Galgorm

Which landmarks should we visit during our stay at the opulent Galgorm Hotel hotel?
You can visit St. Colmanells Church of Ireland, placed at a distance of 3.7 km from the opulent Galgorm Hotel hotel or Gracehill Moravian Church, which is 4.9 km away.
Which airport is the closest to Galgorm Hotel?
The closest airport to Galgorm Hotel is Belfast International airport (30 km) and it is reachable with a 33-minute drive.
Does Galgorm Hotel hotel have a car parking on site?
Yes, Galgorm Hotel hotel offers public parking on site.
Can I have breakfast at the opulent Galgorm Hotel hotel?
Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the restaurant of the opulent Galgorm Hotel hotel.
What time is check-in and check-out at the hotel?
Guests of the hotel can check in from 15:00 to 23:59 and check out from 07:00.
How much does it cost to stay at this opulent hotel?
The price for a room in this opulent hotel starts at $222.
What payment methods are available in the Galgorm Hotel?
At the Galgorm Hotel, guests can pay using Visa, American Express, and Mastercard as well as other payment methods.
What are the room types offered by the opulent Galgorm Hotel?
Cabin, One-Bedroom Cottage, and Two-Bedroom Cottage are among the room types available at the opulent Galgorm Hotel.
Which amenities are included in the rooms at the Galgorm Hotel?
All rooms of the Galgorm Hotel feature coffee and tea making facilities as well as a safe, some of them boast private bathrooms along with a hair dryer and guest toiletries.
Which facilities are available in the Galgorm Hotel?
Top locations of the Galgorm Hotel include a restaurant and baggage storage, whereas guests' safety will be ensured with a safe deposit box and 24-hour security.
What are the spa options at the opulent Galgorm Hotel?
At a wellness centre and a spa lounge featured at the opulent Galgorm Hotel guests can receive such spa procedures as beauty therapy, aromatherapy, and body scrub. Additionally, a Turkish steam bath, a Turkish steam room, and a treatment room are offered on-site.
Is there a swimming pool in the Galgorm Hotel?
Yes, the Galgorm Hotel features an indoor swimming pool.
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