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Although it's just 6 miles east of Belfast's vibrant city center, Culloden Estate & Spa feels like a secluded country retreat. This Irish landmark was originally built as an official palace for the Bishop of Down, and is tucked into 12 acres of gardens and woodland. With their cozy country house furnishings, many guestrooms and suites gaze over the grounds toward Belfast Lough. Savor fresh Irish produce at Mitre Restaurant, and enjoy a convivial drink with fellow guests in the garden setting of the Cultra Inn. To soothe away the cares of modern life, Elysium Spa offers an indulgent selection of specialized treatments.
Culloden Estate & Spa
Bangor Road
Holywood
Belfast, Ireland
BT18 OEX
Nearest Airport: BHD
We had an absolutely wonderful stay at the Culloden Estate. From the moment we arrived, General Manager Cormac and his team made us feel special and valued. Their dedication to creating a perfect guest experience shines through in every interaction. We stayed in the Dufferin suite which was beautiful with stunning panoramic views over Belfast Lough. Our dining experience in Vespers restaurant was another highlight. Every course showcased local ingredients that were beautifully presented and packed with flavor! The restaurant staff were highly knowledgeable, professional, and added a personal touch that made our dinner feel special. Thank you to Cormac and all the staff for an amazing experience. We will definitely be back!
Michelle F
Overall our experience was excellent though the hotel just like when we stayed 2 years ago seems to have a staff issue at Sunday breakfast which resulted in the only poor service of our weeks stay. The bedroom was in good condition, the beds are very comfortable, It is a very quiet hotel and it’s location is good with ample parking and access to the train a 5 minute walk and off course it has glorious views.
8SamS - Perth Western Australia
Everything was fantastic! From the beauty of the building itself to the stunning rooms, everything was spotless and beautifully decorated! The Location was stylish, quiet and calming, everything you could have asked for. The amenities were wonderful and kept us entertained and relaxed. But what turly made this experience absolutely amazing was the wonderful staff, Ben and Shay from the Vespers restaurant were just so attentive, polite and honestly all around wonderful men who made sure we were always attended to. They made every effort to make sure our experience was of top value and it surely was, the food was delicious and presentation couldn't have been better. Thank you for making this experience so wonderful and we will be returning again, worth every penny!
Ellen M
Attended a wedding reception which was great from start to finish and the overnight stay really added to the experience. Would definitely recommend
LMcClen
Everything was very good and well thought out. Love the interiors with all the art pieces and sculptures. We spent time at the spa which was nice and walked around the garden's. The room was reasonable size for its price. Me and my wife had a lovely dinner at the Cultra Inn, (Jamie was great along with the rest of the staff), and then some cocktails at the main hotel bar. Rachel, Tav and Erin were all very friendly and welcoming. We will definitely be coming back again.
Will D - London, United Kingdom
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