Culloden Estate & Spa
Belfast, Ireland
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About the Hotel
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.
Location
Culloden Estate & Spa
Bangor Road
Holywood
Belfast, Ireland
BT18 OEX
Nearest Airport: BHD
Features and Amenities
Reviews for Culloden Estate & Spa
Fantastic break
Super place would definitely recommend and look forward to returning Only blemish was menu in main restaurant was exact same including specials on both nights but food was great
Kieron D - Dublin, Ireland
Spa treatment was a let down - Otherwise beautiful location and hotel
Enjoyed everything in the hotel, It was a beautiful location, The fine dining restaurant was top notch would recommend the wine pairing. However the spa treatment was unsatisfactory. The massages were not enjoyable or relaxing. It was more of an oil rub down than a massage as the staff didn't apply any pressure while massaging, both my husband and I had to request to increase the pressure, they did not comply or even try to increase the pressure. It made the experience honestly disappointing as that would've been the highlight of our stay. Value for money was not good, it was also less than the 80minutes more like 70minutes.
Camper15572432083 - Cape Town Central, South Africa
Wedding meal tasting 😋
We are getting married on 29/4/26 and our reception is at the Culloden. Ailie is our Events Coordinator and has been amazing from our first visit. So professional and equally friendly and approachable. Today we had our menu tasting and Se and his staff were equally fabulous. The food was amazing. The Thai fish cake was so tasty. Daube of beef also excellent and the lemon tart worthy of Dame Mary Berry! Thank you sooo much. Roll on the wedding meal 🤓
Caroline H - Newtownards
Excellent Sunday lunch
My husband & I enjoyed a beautiful Sunday lunch in Vespers restaurant. Every bite was delicious. We’ve been a few times this past year because it has been so good. We will definitely be back. Pricey?….not at all because the food is worth it. The many staff are friendly and helpful and remember you from previous visits. The reception areas and lounge are always warm , peaceful and relaxing. We stayed on after for a drink and enjoyed the views across Belfast Lough.
mel1172018 - Belfast, United Kingdom
Good stay except for the overcharge
I spent two nights here for the new year. Lovely atmosphere, great location for coastal walks. Breakfast was 1st class. Loved the spa. Enjoyed dinner in the gate lodge and a nice pint in front of the fire. Booked the stay using Hilton Honour points part of the SLH deal, was disappointed to find the hotel also charged my credit card for the full stay. They did refund this but it was luck on my behalf that I saw this 3 weeks later.
JamesMc12 - northern ireland
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