Dobbins Inn Hotel, Carrickfergus

Dobbins Inn Hotel, Carrickfergus - Hotel Description

Set within a former Norman castle, this traditional 15-bedroom inn is situated in the historic town of Carrickfergus, on the coast of County Antrim, Northern Ireland.

Originally built by the Norman knight Reginald D'Aubin in the 13th century, Dobbins Inn Hotel has a rich history, having been a castle, townhouse, gaol, armoury and collecting point for the postal service before becoming a hotel in 1946. Unsurprisingly, it is home to fascinating architectural features and even a ghost!

During your stay, when you are not exploring the hidden delights of the Dobbins Inn, you can enjoy the many historic sites of Carrickfergus, County Antrim's oldest town. Local attractions include the Castle, dating back to 1188, and St Nicholas Church.

The inn is a treasure trove of hidden gems, including 'The Priest Hole', which was the escape route for those wishing to celebrate mass during the years that it was outlawed by the crown.

The friendly staff will be happy to help you with any query you have during your stay, from local attractions to the inn's history - don't leave without hearing the sad 17th century tale of Maud and Button-Cap!

Dobbins Inn Hotel, Carrickfergus - Guest Services

• General: Parking, Pets Allowed, 24-Hour Front Desk, Non-Smoking Rooms, Free Parking, Restaurant, Bar.

Dobbins Inn Hotel, Carrickfergus - Restaurants and Bars

In contrast to its traditional hospitality and historic setting, Dobbins Inn offers a Mediterranean-style tapas restaurant. For the more traditional palate, there is also a grill menu. The John Paul Jones Lounge Bar is named after the American Privateer who fought the British fleet in Carrickfergus Bay in 1778. A collection of naval cap tallies is displayed behind the bar.

Dobbins Inn Hotel, Carrickfergus - Hotel Policies

Important! Policies may vary from these depending on your room, date & rate selection. Please check the room information when booking.

• Check In: 09:00 - 12:00 hours
• Check Out: 11:00 hours
Cards accepted at the hotel:
• Visa,  MasterCard,  American Express
• Deposit: No deposit will be charged.
• Internet: No internet access available.
• Pets: Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
• Parking: Free public parking is possible at a location nearby.
• Extra Charges: 15 % VAT is included. Service charge is included. City/tourist tax is not applicable.
• Children and extra beds: All children are welcome. All children under 4 years stay free of charge when using existing bedding. All children under 2 years stay free of charge for cots. Maximum capacity of extra beds/babycots in a room is 1.
• Cancellations: If cancelled up to 1 day before the date of arrival, no fee will be charged. If cancelled later or in case of no-show, the first night will be charged.