Title: Ballygally Castle Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Ballygally Castle Bayside hotel with 24-hour front desk and restaurant ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/980000/971000/970906/5de498d1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/980000/971000/970906/fd946092.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Front of property – evening/night](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/980000/971000/970906/65beffea.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Junior Suite, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/980000/971000/970906/c0330021.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/980000/971000/970906/1d77e262.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Ballygally Castle offers a peaceful getaway near Carnfunnock Country Park. Guests can enjoy meals at The Garden Restaurant, warm themselves by the lobby fireplace, or sip drinks at the bar. The property provides free in-room WiFi and convenient luggage storage for travelers. 9.2 Wonderful ## Popular amenities - - - Bar - Room service - 24/7 front desk - Housekeeping £108 includes taxes & fees 17 Oct - 18 Oct ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates # Tonight [Sept 20 - Sept 21](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-20&endDate=2025-09-21&selected=970906&PinnedHotelID=970906&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-20&endDate=2025-09-21&selected=970906&PinnedHotelID=970906&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # Tomorrow [Sept 21 - Sept 22](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-21&endDate=2025-09-22&selected=970906&PinnedHotelID=970906&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-21&endDate=2025-09-22&selected=970906&PinnedHotelID=970906&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # This weekend [Sept 26 - Sept 28](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-26&endDate=2025-09-28&selected=970906&PinnedHotelID=970906&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-26&endDate=2025-09-28&selected=970906&PinnedHotelID=970906&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # Next weekend [Oct 3 - Oct 5](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-03&endDate=2025-10-05&selected=970906&PinnedHotelID=970906&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-03&endDate=2025-10-05&selected=970906&PinnedHotelID=970906&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 2 of 2 rooms ![In-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/980000/971000/970906/698f0731.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Double or Twin Room 9.6 Exceptional 8 reviews ### Highlights Connecting rooms available Free cots/infant beds Flat-screen TV Blackout curtains Hairdryer Private bathroom Wardrobe Iron/ironing board - 156 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds ![In-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/980000/971000/970906/380c4264.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Coastal Deluxe Room 9.8 Exceptional 17 reviews ### Highlights Connecting rooms available Free cots/infant beds Flat-screen TV Blackout curtains Private bathroom Hairdryer Bathrobes Wardrobe - 210 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FLarne-Hotels-Ballygally-Castle.h970906.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FLarne-Hotels-Ballygally-Castle.h970906.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C54.89945%2C-5.86138&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=uZEORLbdfS6MC8x48xByRB7ixUU=) 274 Coast Road, Ballygally, Larne, Northern Ireland, BT40 2QZ #### What's nearby - Carnfunnock Country Park - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles - Cairndhu Golf Course - 5 min drive - 1.1 miles - Sentry Hill Historic House - 6 min drive - 3.6 miles - Glenarm Castle - 10 min drive - 7.4 miles - Port of Larne - 10 min drive - 5.5 miles #### Getting around - Larne Town Station - 12 min drive - Belfast (BHD-George Best Belfast City) - 35 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Mcdonald's Larne - ‬8 min drive - ‪Gangnam Chinese Takeaway - ‬5 min drive - ‪The Streat - ‬8 min drive - ‪Barbara Ann’s - ‬7 min drive - Upper Crust ## About this property ### Ballygally Castle Upscale eco-certified hotel near Carnfunnock Country Park Located close to Cairndhu Golf Course and Sentry Hill Historic House, Ballygally Castle provides a terrace, a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services. The on-site restaurant, The Garden Restaurant, offers lunch and dinner. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a fireplace in reception and a bar. Other perks at this hotel include: - Free self-parking - Full breakfast (surcharge), concierge services and luggage storage - A lift, smoke-free property and a front desk safe - Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff Room features All 54 rooms offer comforts such as 24-hour room service, in addition to perks such as free WiFi and safes. Extra conveniences in all rooms include: - Bathrooms with baths or showers and free toiletries - Free infant beds, daily housekeeping and phones ### Awards and affiliations Eco-certified property This property participates in Green Tourism Programme – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Free self parking on site ### Food and drink - Daily full breakfast available for a fee: GBP 18 per person - A bar/lounge - A restaurant ### Restaurants on site - The Garden Restaurant ### Family friendly - In-room cot - Laundry facilities ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Free newspapers in lobby - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Concierge services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Wedding services ### Business services - Business centre - Conference space - Meeting rooms ### Outdoors - Garden - On the bay - Picnic area - Terrace ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Lift - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) ### More - 3 floors - Banquet hall - Built in 1625 - Fireplace in lobby - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Blackout drapes - Free cot ### Bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV ### Food and drink - 24-hour room service ### More - Connecting rooms available - Iron/ironing board - Phone - Safe ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4 PM Contactless check-in and check-out are available Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11 AM Contactless check-out Late check-out subject to availability Late check-out fee: GBP 20.00 ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 30.0 per night. Free cots are available on request at the property ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for full breakfast: from approximately GBP 18 per person - Late check-out fee: GBP 20.00 (subject to availability) - Rollaway bed fee: GBP 30.0 per night 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 major credit cards, debit cards and cash 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 The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation ### National rating This property has received its official star rating from Tourism NI. ### Property is also known as Ballygally Ballygally Castle Ballygally Castle Hotel Ballygally Castle Hotel Larne Ballygally Castle Larne Ballygally Castle Hotel Ballygally Castle Larne Ballygally Castle Hotel Larne ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Ballygally Castle pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Ballygally Castle? > As of 20 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ballygally Castle on 17 Oct 2025 start from £108.0, 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](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Larne-Hotels-Ballygally-Castle.h970906.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking at Ballygally Castle? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Ballygally Castle? > Check-in begins at 4 PM. After-hours check-in is not available. ### What time is check-out at Ballygally Castle? > Checkout is at 11 AM. Late checkout is available for GBP 20.00 (subject to availability). ### Where is Ballygally Castle located? > Situated near the bay, this eco-certified hotel is 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Carnfunnock Country Park, and within 3 mi (5 km) of Cairndhu Golf Course and Sentry Hill Historic House. Port of Larne and Glenarm Castle are also within 9 mi (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Ballygally Castle Reviews 9.2 ### Wonderful All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.6 Cleanliness ### 9.2 Location ### 9.4 Staff & service ### 9.0 Eco-friendliness ### 9.4 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 240 8 - Good 84 6 - Okay 20 4 - Poor 4 2 - Terrible 2 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lisa 14 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities We couldn’t have been happier and look forward to coming back again soon. ##### Lisa Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Betty R. 10 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Steps away from a fabulous beach and beachfront walk. Beautiful garden and amazing premises. Highly recommend. ##### Betty R. Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jaron 8 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great rooms and property. Lots of history and the ghost room is cool! ##### Jaron Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Peter 1 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Beautiful historical hotel. Incredible service. Outstanding food. Amazing team. Thank you! ##### Peter Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sharon 27 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Always great for a treat ##### Sharon Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robert 5 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very comfortable stay, one of the nicest places I have stayed in N. Ireland. ##### Robert Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### iris 7 Sept 2025 Couldnt complain ##### iris Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Hamdi 16 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Welcoming staff good choice of breakfast ##### Hamdi Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Denise 7 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very tastefully furnished room and bathroom, most comfortable bed. Enjoyed the whole experience. ##### Denise Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Denise 24 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great stay! ##### Denise Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Phil 3 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Would stay ##### Phil Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Robert 13 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Lovely property but a little noisy and room was very hot. ##### Robert Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Lynette K 1 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great place to stay before catching the ferry to Scotland. Room was clean and cozy with a great view. Loved all the history about the castle. ##### Lynette K Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Barbara 13 Jul 2025 Liked: Amenities Gorgeous view, loved hearing the ocean! Staff were great! Easy parking! Will come again! ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/3f9d957d-a730-4d41-ad45-afe41a892df9-1752418193029.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Barbara Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Koya 7 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Everything was perfect. The view, the staff, the garden, all exceptional! The room was large and clean. Breathtaking view of the land to the west from our room windows. Everything we needed was right in the room. The gal at the front desk was so helpful when we asked about driving to Belfast. She gave us much needed reassurance that we could do it and we did. Would definitely stay here again. Hopefully soon!!! ![The view right in front of the cottage.](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/5825d1e3-033b-4701-a61a-2a5eac3a4cc8-1757286848023.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![West side window view from inside our room.](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/bfcf8894-a160-4209-a559-0ded8606386a-1757287035414.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Castle garden](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/2edf8f42-780c-48b4-829c-773f3475c2f3-1757287097265.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Castle garden](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/1a64ab78-6af8-4154-beb8-71b4947e7268-1757287098583.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Koya Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Richard 28 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Nice location on the water. Quiet, laid back with a feel of history ##### Richard Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### cynthia 29 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities A gorgeous property! ##### cynthia Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 27 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Lovely stay Lovely stay ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cathy 10 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The location by the water is amazing. The room was spacious, and really nice. Recently upgraded. The restaurant was great good was delicious and bar was great too. ##### Cathy Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sean 6 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort relaxing stay, lovely staff, beautiful setting ##### Sean Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paul 19 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Amazing food and friendly staff ##### Paul Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christy 25 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Lovely stay. Hotel is well kept and clean. Rooms were large and beds comfortable. Staff was delightful. ##### Christy Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Samantha Louise 25 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Amazing location, amazing staff ##### Samantha Louise Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brian 31 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Perfect night We stayed for a wedding and cannot fault anything. The staff were all excellent especially Grace who went above and beyond for us. ##### Brian Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jane 29 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great Night at Ballygally Castle Our stay was excellent - Staff were so friendly and helpful and our room was just Fab. ##### Jane Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [The Old Inn Crawfordsburn](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bangor-Hotels-The-Old-Inn-Crawfordsburn.h1109484.Hotel-Information) > > [Brown Trout Golf & Country Inn](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Coleraine-Hotels-Brown-Trout-Golf-Country-Inn.h2036494.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Addis Ababa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Addis-Ababa-Hotels.d289.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Rosspark Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ballymena-Hotels-Rosspark-Hotel.h29686903.Hotel-Information) > > [Best Western Plus White Horse Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Londonderry-Hotels-Best-Western-Plus-White-Horse-Hotel.h903321.Hotel-Information) > > [Doubletree by Hilton Belfast Templepatrick](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ballyclare-Hotels-Hilton-Belfast-Templepatrick-Golf-Country-Club.h520471.Hotel-Information) > > [Dunadry Hotel and Gardens](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Antrim-Hotels-Dunadry-Hotel-And-Gardens.h563047.Hotel-Information) > > [The Ryandale Inn](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Dungannon-Hotels-The-Ryandale-Inn.h24983817.Hotel-Information) > > [Manse On The Beach](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Portaferry-Hotels-Manse-On-The-Beach.h66370043.Hotel-Information) > > [Finn Lough](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Enniskillen-Hotels-Elements-Lodges.h34472675.Hotel-Information) > > [Capsule Hotels Amsterdam](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Amsterdam-Capsule-Hotels.d178229-aaCapsuleHotels.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > > [Clandeboye Lodge Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bangor-Hotels-Clandeboye-Lodge-Hotel.h41530.Hotel-Information) > > [Drumhoney Holiday Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Enniskillen-Hotels-Drumhoney-Holiday-Park.h30659412.Hotel-Information) > > [Killyhevlin Lakeside Hotel & Lodges](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Enniskillen-Hotels-Killyhevlin-Lakeside-Hotel-Lodges.h20612920.Hotel-Information) > > [The Tailor's House](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Dungannon-Hotels-The-Tailors-House.h16247921.Hotel-Information) > > [Kilmorey Arms Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Newry-Hotels-Kilmorey-Arms-Hotel.h16313949.Hotel-Information) > > [Paul Arthur's Restaurant and Rooms - Kircubbin](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Portaferry-Hotels-Bellas-Bistro-Rooms.h20044880.Hotel-Information) > > [Kilmore Country House](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ballymena-Hotels-Kilmore-Country-House.h19505873.Hotel-Information) > > [Hamilton House Holiday Apartments](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Downpatrick-Hotels-Hamilton-House-Holiday-Apartments.h27395123.Hotel-Information) > > [Mahons Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Enniskillen-Hotels-Mahons-Hotel.h3954748.Hotel-Information) > > [Seagoe Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Craigavon-Hotels-Seagoe-Hotel.h19645971.Hotel-Information) > > [Manor House Marine & Cottages](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Enniskillen-Hotels-Manor-House-Marine-Cottages-Ltd.h11900359.Hotel-Information) > > [Maldron Hotel Belfast International Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Crumlin-Hotels-Maldron-Hotel-Belfast-International-Airport.h559623.Hotel-Information) > > [The Bannville Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Banbridge-Hotels-The-Bannville-Hotel.h9981544.Hotel-Information) > > [Killyhevlin Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Enniskillen-Hotels-Killyhevlin-Hotel.h36171809.Hotel-Information) > > [The Harbourview Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ballymena-Hotels-Londonderry-Arms-Hotel.h2037637.Hotel-Information) > > [The Old Schoolhouse Inn](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Newtownards-Hotels-The-Old-Schoolhouse-Inn.h2306121.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Flights from Edinburgh (EDI) to Narita (NRT)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/edi/nrt/edinburgh-to-tokyo) ### Packages > [Nepal Holidays](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nepal.d127.Holidays-City-Breaks) > > [Amsterdam](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/theme-holidays/all-inclusive-holidays/178229/Amsterdam)