The Fullerton Arms

3.0 star property
Guesthouse in Ballycastle with 24-hour front desk and restaurant
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Bar (on property)
Bar (on property)
Front of property
Interior detail
In-room safe, bed sheets

Reviews

8.6 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

Explore the area

Map
22-24 Main Street, Ballintoy, Ballycastle, Northern Ireland, BT54 6LX
  • Ballintoy Church
    10 min walk
  • Sheep Island
    15 min walk
  • Ballintoy Harbour
    18 min walk
  • Campbeltown (CAL)
    502 min drive

Room options

Single Room

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

Double Room

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Family Room, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Digital channels
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds

Twin Room

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Ballycastle

At The Fullerton Arms you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of Ballintoy Church and Sheep Island. Highlights at this guest house include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .The restaurant, The Fullerton, serves British cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Full breakfast is available daily between 8 AM and 10:00 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. .In the area of this 3-property class Ballycastle guest house, you'll find Giant's Causeway.

What's nearby

  • Sheep Island - 15 min walk
  • Ballintoy Harbour - 18 min walk
  • Carrick-A-Rede Rope Bridge - 2 min drive
  • Carrick-a-Rede - 2 min drive
  • Kinbane Castle - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • Ballymoney Station - 29 min drive
  • Belfast International Airport (BFS) - 71 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ballintoy Harbour Cafe - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Weighbridge Tea Room & Gift Shop - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Morelli's Ballycastle - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Mortons Fish & Chip Shop - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Marconi's - ‬10 min drive

About this property

The Fullerton Arms

Guesthouse in Ballycastle with 24-hour front desk and restaurant
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. The Fullerton Arms also features a picnic area, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Ballycastle guest house.

  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Fullerton Arms offers 12 accommodations with a safe and a hairdryer. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 8 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 8.50 for adults and GBP 5.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • The Fullerton

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Picnic area

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 parking

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

More

  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 10 per pet, per night
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately GBP 8.50 for adults and from GBP 5.50 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 10 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, Discover, Diners Club and JCB International.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Fullerton Arms
Fullerton Arms Ballycastle
Fullerton Arms House Ballycastle
Fullerton Arms Hotel Ballycastle
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Fullerton Arms House
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Fullerton Arms?

The Fullerton Arms offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at The Fullerton Arms?

Yep, The Fullerton Arms has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The Fullerton Arms?

The closest beach to The Fullerton Arms is Portrush East Strand Beach (18.7 km).

Does The Fullerton Arms serve breakfast?

Sure does, full brekkie is available daily between 8 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Fullerton Arms?

No, The Fullerton Arms does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Fullerton Arms?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves British cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at The Fullerton Arms?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Fullerton Arms?

Furry friends are welcome at The Fullerton Arms, with food and water bowls on offer.

The Fullerton Arms Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 59 out of 116 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 38 out of 116 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 116 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 116 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 116 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent service and food out of this world. All the staff were friendly and could not do enough for you. I will stay there again next time im over in N Ireland. Well worth the effort to get there.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Gordon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Home like home
Wonderful thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Casie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff are very welcoming and helpful. Beautiful place to book would highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Will stay again - loved it
If you're ever in the north of Northern Ireland, this is the place to stay at. The service was wonderful and welcoming. The accommodation was excellent. At first the lights didn't work, they came straight over and fixed the issue (circuit tripped). The rooms were clean, beds really comfortable and to top it off, the bar/restaurant served incredible food. The staff were so helpful and friendly. Everything was cooked really well, and priced just right. We look forward to be staying here again when back in Northern Ireland.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I liked the decor and the staff were extremely helpful and friendly. Music from.bar could be heard yo in rooms but if this was turned diwn lower it would be grand
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very friendly and helpful. Rooms were big. Beds comfortable, food was very good with generous portions. WiFi was spotty. Floors in room above a little squeaky. A real bargain.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

6/10 Okay

e

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Should be a great place but, when the owners know of a serious plumbing problem, and still book guest! Room and bath were great, except the shower was completely clogged and does not drain Therefore shower last 20 seconds then overflows! Talking with staff, they know this and explain that no repairs will be made until after the season! They rent a defective room, and still take your money.....
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Julie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stay was fantastic apart from 1 Bar Man!! Who needs a Crash Course on Customer Service ASAP! Paid for several Premium Vodkas for them to be served in a 1/2pt Un dried glass!!!! When asked could we please change glasses were told “Lucky you got that one”!!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Anna, NYC

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is located conveniently downtown. The building is beautiful inside and outside. Very interesting decor. Large room and large bathroom. Good restaurant with delicious offerings. Very clean. Staff was very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

4/10 Poor

Gary

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Double bed in single room!
Arrived at accommodation to find we had been given a double bed in a single room. There was 6 inches at one side of the bed to get out of, next to the sliding door for the compact bathroom. Once sat on the toilet, burnt arm on heated towel rail. No room to dry after taking shower. Very tasteful decor- but too small. Outside of window was the extractor for the kitchen, when mentioned this to staff, were told it went off at 9pm. Wasn’t told it came on at 7am! Asked for another room, but only had a double bed in a family room with bunk beds. We were offered a move for the next day, but change of staff meant we weren’t moved, by then we had given up. Our first night in the bar was chaotic, as the local youth hostel had its night out, the second night we were the only couple in the bar. The service from the very young staff was excellent, the food was good, but to charge £90 for room only was a bit much, we were offered free breakfast to compensate for inconvenience of small room. Just to add insult, we were shown the room which the previous nights staff had arranged for us, but we weren’t informed about, it was large and comfortable. Nice pub for Giants Causeway, but rooms overpriced.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Elayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were so welcoming, friendly and very helpful. Food was fabulous !! Rooms were lovely and spotless. A little gem of a place, located a stones throw away was Ballintoy Harbour probably one of the most beautiful places to visit with breath taking scenery. Definitely 10 out of 10 😬
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Reta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Irish vacation
The room is very modern and clean. The bathroom is also modern and clean but very small. There is no air conditioning, but the window did open.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Kelly

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Unfortunately the toilet roll holder fell off the wall as soon as we got there and the water took ages draining away meaning that it flooded and you had to have a very quick shower. Otherwise very friendly staff and comfortable beds.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Charming
Great rooms and staff. The food at the bar was amazing
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable friendly hotel.
Really friendly service all round from bar to waiting staff. Evening meal was superb, as was the breakfast. Really would recommend this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spotlessly clean, lovely modern room, Good breakfast apart from the porridge which was awful. Also the people who work there don’t know much about the local attractions. When we arrived we asked what time the ropebridge closed and they told us 5pm. When we went the following day we realised it was open till 7.30pm and consequently we missed the opportunity the previous day which was annoying. Would recommend this b and b although it is on the expensive side.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
GOT Lover's Find
Beautiful & remote area. The Fullerton Arms is an older pub-hotel with great food and nice people. Crowded but accessible parking in the back off the street. A real GOT magnet because they have a room that is outfitted with the throne and other memorabilia for the GOT lover's delight. We, of course, sat in the throne and wore the garments for a pic! The bar door has a carved dragon. No cell coverage and the wi-fi was spotty or unavailable at times, however.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unpretentious pub but stylish and immaculately presented rooms. Only drawback was no phone signal and WiFi only worked downstairs. However, staff were incredibly friendly and helpful and we had a lovely meal there in the evening.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very friendly, food and drink good. Wi-Fi wasn't the best
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019