The Old Schoolhouse Inn

4.0 star property
Upscale inn with free breakfast and restaurant

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The Old Schoolhouse Inn

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Balcony
Garden
Minibar, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Reception hall
Lobby

Overview of The Old Schoolhouse Inn

Reviews
9.0

Wonderful

Popular amenities

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  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
The price is €117
Price available on 24/4/2024

Explore the area

100 Ballydrain Road, Comber, Newtownards, Newtownards, Northern Ireland, BT23 6EA
  • Popular LocationScrabo Tower11 min drive
  • Popular LocationBelfast Central Station35 min drive
  • Popular LocationGreat Victoria Street Station39 min drive
  • AirportBelfast (BFS-Belfast Intl.)63 min drive
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Room options

Comfort Double Room Single Use, Garden View

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
LCD TV
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

Classic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Garden View

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
LCD TV
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Classic Twin Room, 2 Single Beds, Garden View

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
LCD TV
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Newtownards

The Old Schoolhouse Inn is located in Newtownards. Scrabo Tower and Mount Stewart are notable landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Rockmount Golf Club and Bangor Marina. Castle Park and Bangor Abbey are two other places to visit that come recommended.

What's nearby

  • Scrabo Tower - 11 min drive
  • Mount Stewart - 16 min drive
  • Mount Stewart House and Gardens - 18 min drive
  • Bangor Marina - 20 min drive
  • Titanic Belfast - 20 min drive

Getting around

  • Marino Station - 18 min drive
  • Belfast International Airport (BFS) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • TRAIT Coffee - 5 min drive
  • Daft Eddy's - 8 min drive
  • Ards Rangers Club - 11 min drive
  • Herrons Country Fried Chicken - 5 min drive
  • Comber Tandoori - 5 min drive

About this property

The Old Schoolhouse Inn

Upscale inn near Bangor Marina
Located close to Scrabo Tower and Mount Stewart, The Old Schoolhouse Inn provides free English breakfast, a terrace and a garden. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a playground and a library.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self-parking
  • Luggage storage and a lift
Room features
All guestrooms at The Old Schoolhouse Inn have comforts such as free WiFi and minibars.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • 32-inch LCD TVs with premium channels
  • Fridges, on-request microwaves and electric kettles

Languages

English, French, German

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 8:00 AM–9:00 AM
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Library
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Microwave on request
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • 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.
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • In-room accessibility
  • Lift
  • Low-height bed
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Low-height desk
  • Low-height door lock
  • Low-height electrical sockets in bathroom
  • Low-height view port in door
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-width doorways

More

  • Art Deco architecture
  • Built in 1926
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave on request
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 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

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily until 10:30 PM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
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

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

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, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards

We should mention

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Old Schoolhouse Inn Newtownards
Old Schoolhouse Newtownards
The Old Schoolhouse Inn Inn
The Old Schoolhouse Inn Newtownards
The Old Schoolhouse Inn Inn Newtownards

Frequently asked questions

Is The Old Schoolhouse Inn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Old Schoolhouse Inn?

As of 16 Apr 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Old Schoolhouse Inn on 24 Apr 2024 start from €117.0, 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 for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Old Schoolhouse Inn?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Old Schoolhouse Inn?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Old Schoolhouse Inn?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Old Schoolhouse Inn located?

Situated in Newtownards, this beach inn is within 12 mi (20 km) of Scrabo Tower, Rockmount Golf Club and Mount Stewart. Castle Park and Bangor Abbey are also within 12 mi (20 km).

The Old Schoolhouse Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 74 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 74 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 74 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 74 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 74 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The guy who runs the place is fabulous, the breakfast excellent and a super comfy bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

2/10 Terrible

Yvonne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lorna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hospitality. Great breakfast. Relaxing, homely environment in a great rural location for exploring East Co Down, as well as being a short drive from all the attractions of Belfast
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

JAYNE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A wonderful B & B
The Old Schoolhouse Inn was one of the nicest places that we have stayed at. It was in a beautiful and quiet area run by a lovely couple who couldn't do enough for us, they looked after us so well. we hope to return there again.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Delightful place to stay in Newtownards
Very friendly and helpful hosts, good location, close to Belfast but very rural, comfortable room, fabulous breakfast, plenty of parking and exactly what we hoped it would be.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yusuf

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very peaceful,host are very welcoming,breakfast is superb,very enjoyable stay,will certainly be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023