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Galgorm

5.0 star property
Riverside gardens invite relaxation while the spa offers rejuvenating treatments, and multiple on-site restaurants create a complete experience at Galgorm

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Galgorm sits peacefully by the river, offering a complimentary breakfast buffet. Guests enjoy garden views from the terrace and indulgent treatments at the Spa Thermal Village. Amenities include high-speed WiFi, dry cleaning, a cozy lobby fireplace, and an indoor pool.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Free Wi-Fi
The current price is €231
includes taxes & fees
27 Jan - 28 Jan

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Superior Double Room

Superior Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Deep-soaking bath
Separate bath and shower
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Separate bath and shower
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Log Cabin

Highlights

Garden
Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private outdoor hot tub
Heating
  • 83 sq m
  • 6 bedrooms
  • River view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Single Bed and 2 Double Beds

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Log Cabin

Highlights

Garden
Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private outdoor hot tub
Heating
  • 106 sq m
  • 4 bedrooms
  • River view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Double Beds

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Cottage, 1 Bedroom

Cottage, 1 Bedroom

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Garden
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
  • 53 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Red Oaks Residence | Resort view

Red Oaks Residence

Highlights

Garden
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private outdoor hot tub
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
  • 549 sq m
  • 6 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 12
  • 6 King Beds

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Charles Lanyon Gate Lodge

Charles Lanyon Gate Lodge

Highlights

Garden
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private outdoor hot tub
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
  • 180 sq m
  • 5 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 10
  • 3 King Beds and 2 Queen Beds

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Shepherd's Hut

Shepherd's Hut

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Garden
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • 50 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Linen Merchant's Residence

Linen Merchant's Residence

Highlights

Garden
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
5 bedrooms
  • 250 sq m
  • 5 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 10
  • 3 King Beds and 2 Double Beds

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The Oaks Residence

The Oaks Residence

Highlights

Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
4 bedrooms
Bathrobes
4 bathrooms
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 King Beds

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Forest Den

Forest Den

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the area

Located in Ballymena, Galgorm is in a rural area and on a river. ECOS Environmental Centre and Seamus Heaney HomePlace are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Braidwater Retail Park and Fairhill Shopping Centre. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing.
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Map
136 Fenaghy Road, Ballymena, Northern Ireland, BT42 1EA

What's nearby

  • Tober Park - 5 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Glenariff Forest Park - 29 min drive - 32.4 km
  • Titanic Belfast - 43 min drive - 59.4 km
  • Queen's University of Belfast - 46 min drive - 61.7 km
  • Giant's Causeway - 51 min drive - 59.6 km

Getting around

  • Cullybackey Station - 3 min drive
  • Belfast International Airport (BFS) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Smithfield Arms - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Creme - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Millside Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Fratelli - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Galgorm

Luxury hotel by the river
Consider a stay at Galgorm and take advantage of a free breakfast buffet, a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services. Treat yourself to a body scrub, a facial or a deep-tissue massage at Spa Thermal Village, the on-site spa. Be sure to enjoy a meal at any of the 4 on-site restaurants. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a fireplace in reception and 2 bars.
Additional perks include:
  • An indoor pool, along with sunloungers
  • Concierge services, a porter/bellboy and a 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage, a ballroom and a computer station
  • Smoke-free property, a banquet hall and a front desk safe
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 74 individually furnished rooms include comforts such as 24-hour room service and bathrobes, in addition to amenities such as free WiFi and safes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free toiletries and hairdryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Private gardens, heating 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

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 4 restaurants
  • Couples/private dining

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Full-service spa
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • On a river
  • Pool loungers

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot tub
  • Prenatal massages
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 20 accessible parking spaces
  • Lift (97 centimetre wide door)
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 95.0 per day.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 95.0 per day

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Galgorm Manor Ballymena
Galgorm Manor Hotel
Galgorm Manor Hotel Ballymena
Galgorm Resort Ballymena
Galgorm Resort And Spa
Galgorm Ballymena
Galgorm Hotel Ballymena
Galgorm Resort & Spa Ballymena, Northern Ireland
Galgorm Spa Resort Ballymena
Galgorm Spa Ballymena
Galgorm Spa
Hotel Galgorm Spa & Golf Resort Ballymena
Ballymena Galgorm Spa & Golf Resort Hotel
Hotel Galgorm Spa & Golf Resort
Galgorm Spa & Golf Resort Ballymena
Galgorm Resort Spa
Galgorm Spa Resort
Galgorm Manor
Galgorm Hotel
Galgorm Ballymena
Galgorm Hotel Ballymena
Galgorm Spa Golf Resort

Frequently asked questions

Does Galgorm have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Galgorm?

As of 17 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Galgorm on 27 Jan 2026 start from €230.73, 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.

Is Galgorm pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Galgorm?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Galgorm?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Galgorm located?

Situated on a river, this luxury hotel is within 3 miles (5 km) of Tober Park, Gracehill Village Old School Museum and County Hall. Millennium Riverside Walk and Galgorm Castle Golf Club are also within 3 miles (5 km). Cullybackey Station is 20 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

Galgorm Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 421 out of 527 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 65 out of 527 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 26 out of 527 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 527 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 527 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything about tge galgorm was excellent from check in to check out .
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Damien

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel and spa, great accommodation and the staff are extremely friendly and attentive.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing hotel.. best service i ever experienced.. staff are friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stunning surroundings
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sotonye

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff were very friendly, polite and helpful. Breakfast was excellent. Facilities were great. The overall experience was great. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brogan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful spa and excellent staff

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

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

Great hotel

Great hotel and great staff Very nice place to relax We really enjoyed ourselves Great breakfast too
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Shepard’s hut was ok, not really worth the money in my opinion. But the spa and food are amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The Galgorm was one of the nicest stays we've ever had. The staff were so friendly and helpful throughout the whole stay. We stayed in a cottage and will definitely be returning.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An amazing place to stay, definitely the best spa in N.I.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Our favourite place

As perfect as always. This is our favourite hotel to come to for relaxation. Amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerrie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
From the moment we arrived to the moment we left. 5 star service from every member of staff the whole time. The resort is beautiful and you would not be disappointed. Thank you for such a lovely stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danraz

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

Amazing place

It was fantastic 2 nights . I proposed to my lady in a lovely romantic place, couldn’t be better . Didn’t get much as gift from them but the place is just amazing . We love it and planned to go there once a year.. Didn’t have £ to give tips esp the valet but he was a nice guy .. next time
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ceire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing resort. Breakfast is absolute feast!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Niamh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous hotel. We thoroughly enjoyed staying there for mini honeymoon. The spa is amazing. I'd highly recommend to anyone thinking about staying. The service is top class.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful stay … very relaxing in beautiful surroundings, great food and drinks and staff all very friendly and helpful! Feel so relaxed after it :)
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michaela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
What a beautiful stay. The rooms are a bit tired and dated but the outdoor spa is world class.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The whole experience from going into Galgorm to checking out was amazing.All facilities fabulous .Staff could not be any more helpful...and the surroundings...omg
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

J F

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

Great Birthday Celebration

Great Hotel, Spa is to die for😜Rooms are so comfortable and Hotel itself beautiful. Lovely relaxing break
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
What an amazing place - had no idea it would be that good. World class! Forest den was fantastic
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

SG

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

Overnight with thermal village

Overnight stay at half term with great time spent in the thermal village. Lots of great facilities to enjoy. Good dinner in Gillies. However the hotel misses the opportunity to provide fine dining in the river room.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Brilliant from start to finish, from the wee man at the front door doing the complimentary valet parking to the waiting staff was exceptional, the food was just beautiful in all the restaurants especially the Castle kitchen restaurant and the added bonus was the transport to the castle , excellent!!!! The spa and thermal village is just amazing even in January!!!! We will definitely return in the not too distant future, 5 star !
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Excellent Stay

Excellent Stay. Brilliant staff and facilities.Toilet extract fan is noisy at night and can’t be switched off
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

p

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

Amazing

Amazing stay. Staff all so friendly especially the lifts we got to.gillies and back. Spa was outstanding and we will be back
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynsey

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

Galgorm

Always an amazing stay here. Staff so helpful, place always spotless, fantastic food and a gorgeous spa
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023