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Dobbins Inn

3.0 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, steps from Carrickfergus Castle

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Double Room, Ensuite | 1 bedroom, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Double Room, Ensuite | Bathroom | Towels
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Meeting facility
Dobbins Inn, steps from Carrickfergus Castle, offers a charming base for travelers. Relax in the cozy bar after sightseeing or start the day with a full breakfast. Helpful staff and free WiFi make exploring the area or planning the next day's adventures easy.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
The current price is £89
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept

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Standard Single Room, Ensuite | 1 bedroom, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Standard Single Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Laptop workspace
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Standard Twin Room, Ensuite | 1 bedroom, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Standard Twin Room, Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Laptop workspace
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Family Triple Room, Ensuite | 1 bedroom, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Family Triple Room, Ensuite

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Laptop workspace
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Double Room, Ensuite | 1 bedroom, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Double Room, Ensuite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Laptop workspace
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
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About the area

Map
6-8 High St, Carrickfergus, Northern Ireland, BT38 7AF

What's nearby

  • Carrickfergus Castle - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Carrickfergus Marina - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Belfast Castle - 16 min drive - 9.4 miles
  • Titanic Belfast - 17 min drive - 11.6 miles
  • Grand Opera House - 18 min drive - 12.9 miles

Getting around

  • Carrickfegus Station - 5 min walk
  • Belfast International Airport (BFS) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Friary - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Central Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Luna Cafe - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Dobbins Inn

Hotel near Carrickfergus Castle
Take advantage of free full breakfast, laundry facilities and a bar at Dobbins Inn. The on-site restaurant, Dobbins Bar & Grill, offers lunch and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Express check-out, luggage storage and a 24-hour front desk
  • Smoke-free property, concierge services and free newspapers
  • Meeting rooms
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast, helpful staff and location
Room features
All guest rooms at Dobbins Inn have thoughtful touches, such as laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and room service. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with baths or showers
  • Flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Dobbins Bar & Grill

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1300
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Room service
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 10:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk, private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from Tourism NI.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Dobbins Inn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Dobbins Inn?

As of 28 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Dobbins Inn on 1 Sept 2025 start from £89.11, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Dobbins Inn?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at Dobbins Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Dobbins Inn?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM. Late checkout is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Dobbins Inn located?

Situated in Carrickfergus, this hotel is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Carrickfergus Castle, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Belfast Castle and Waterfront Hall. Belfast City Hall and St. George's Market are also within 12 mi (20 km). Carrickfegus Station is only a 5-minute walk and Clipperstown Station is 14 minutes.

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Dobbins Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 251 out of 486 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 152 out of 486 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 58 out of 486 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 486 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 486 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
In the middle of town with ample free parking, either right outside or a 5 mins walk away.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Amenities
Everything was wonderful
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

JOHN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lots of history
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Car parking concession on street beside Dobbins inn
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Historic and cozy inn. Room was what I expected in a centuries old building adding to the charm of the town. Good Irish breakfast. Would stay there again if in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

ALEJANDRO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and surroundings. Breakfast was delicious and reasonable prices. I would stay again in this hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel great staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely old style inside giving it the historical side off an Inn Staff so welcoming at all times Hot Breakfast choice was great, could do with possibly some cold meat or cheese or yogurts
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A superb family run hotel with wonderful and attentive staff, incredible food and very comfortable rooms in a charming old building. Only one small downside was the lack of water pressure in the shower.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Dobbins inn is such a beautiful place the staff are amazing and always there to helps with any needs cant wait to come back amazing place
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dont stay aywhere else in Carrickfergus. Wonderful people. Wonderful food. Fantastic location
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

GRAHAM

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Interesting property. Great service and response from the people working there.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Awesome historic property! Location close to Carricksfergus Castle which was really interesting to tour.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The staff were wonderful but the property is dated in decor and condition. We had no hot water on the first morning which made showering a challenge. There are limited dining options available in the area and off site parking can be a problem. The complimentary breakfast is lovely.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gulchan

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Todd

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Old place no ac loud music poor service
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

C

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Ok Stay

Quirky little hotel, staff were very pleasant, everything ok.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely wee break easy to get too staff really friendly and food was excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

T

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property offers old world charm in an old world neighborhood. The castle is a block away. The staff was super friendly and the dinner and breakfast meals were very good. If you can’t get parking on the street in front of the hotel, free parking is available at the harbor a block away. There is a loading/unloading area in front of the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Weekend away

Weekend away with my wife, stayed here before, rooms are lovely, had dinner downstairs in the restaurant / bar, it was fantastic
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Service was great!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is amazing, the location perfect and the cozy building a delight.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice historic hotel with friendly, helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Kristen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff was very sweet & was pretty cool to stay in a 500 y/o building. The room was very small & could use some freshening up, and there is no elevator.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025