Title: TOP Luxury Hotels in Ballykelly for 2025 - Ballykelly Upscale Hotels | Expedia.co.uk [Ballykelly Travel Guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Ballykelly.dx6174243)[Hotels in Ballykelly](https://expedia.co.uk/Ballykelly-Hotels.d6174243.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Ballykelly](https://expedia.co.uk/Ballykelly-Holiday-Rentals.d6174243.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Flights to Ballykelly](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Ballykelly.d6174243.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Ballykelly](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Ballykelly.d6174243.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Ballykelly Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Ballykelly.d6174243.Car-Hire-Guide)[Ballykelly Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Ballykelly.d6174243.Holidays-City-Breaks) ![Default HTG hotel image](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/bex-affinities/luxury.jpeg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium) # Find luxury hotels in Ballykelly ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__price_find.svg) ### Change your mind Book hotels with free cancellation ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__deals.svg) ### Treat yourself Save instantly and earn perks with One Key [Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.co.uk/welcome-one-key) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__bed.svg) ### Be picky Search almost a million properties worldwide ## Check availability on Ballykelly Luxury Hotels Tonight [27 Oct - 28 Oct](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6174243&startDate=2025-10-27&endDate=2025-10-28&adults=2&propertyStyle=LUXURY&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true&travelerType=luxury_property) Tomorrow [28 Oct - 29 Oct](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6174243&startDate=2025-10-28&endDate=2025-10-29&adults=2&propertyStyle=LUXURY&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true&travelerType=luxury_property) This weekend [31 Oct - 2 Nov](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6174243&startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-02&adults=2&propertyStyle=LUXURY&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true&travelerType=luxury_property) Next weekend [7 Nov - 9 Nov](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6174243&startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&adults=2&propertyStyle=LUXURY&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true&travelerType=luxury_property) ## Top Ballykelly Luxury Hotels ## Top Ballykelly Hotel Reviews ![Roe Valley Resort](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/13400/13397/3a5bf703_y.jpg) ### Roe Valley Resort 10/10 Excellent "Enjoyed stay very much 2 grandchildren loved it aswell would stay again " [](https://expedia.co.uk/Limavady-Hotels-Roe-Park-Resort.h13397.Hotel-Information) ![Maldron Hotel Derry](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/900000/897400/897389/603f52fd_y.jpg) ### Maldron Hotel Derry 10/10 Excellent "Room climate control was lacking" [](https://expedia.co.uk/Londonderry-Hotels-Maldron-Hotel-Derry.h897389.Hotel-Information) ![Waterfoot Hotel](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/480000/478300/478261/aecfe179_y.jpg) ### Waterfoot Hotel 10/10 Excellent "Staff very welcoming and professional. Evening meal was fantastic. Quiet, comfortable rooms. Very convenient for going into town and exploring the area. " [](https://expedia.co.uk/Londonderry-Hotels-Waterfoot-Hotel.h478261.Hotel-Information) ## Frequently asked questions ### Are you searching for a great accommodation for your luxury holiday in Ballykelly? > Use Expedia and let us help you arrange a flight to Londonderry (LDY-City of Derry) airport or Letterkenny (LTR-Letterkenny Airfield) airport, and then select from different places to stay that will deliver the luxury you want. Amenities are an important consideration when you plan a holiday, so we make it easy to find what you need to make your stay special. If you want a posh hotel that has a spa, an indoor pool or luxury bedding, Expedia can assist you in finding the best luxury hotel experience that Ballykelly offers. During your visit, you might want to enjoy the restaurants which Ballykelly is known for. ### When can I expect good weather in Ballykelly? > Planning for the weather is an important factor for making your trip to Ballykelly a success, especially when you're splurging. The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 13°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 5°C. Average annual precipitation for Ballykelly is 1016 mm. ### What's there to see and do in Ballykelly? > Enjoy all that Ballykelly has to offer and visit Roe Valley Country Park, Dungiven Castle and Magilligan Point. 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