Relax, Recharge, Indulge

Get ready to unwind with the break you’ve been waiting for, with a quick trip to Northern Ireland where your every whim will be expertly catered for. With so much to choose from, the only difficult part of your break will be deciding how to relax the most!

Kick back in five-star comfort in Belfast’s Merchant Hotel, with the city right at your doorstep if you want to explore. Or unwind in the spacious luxury of Killyhevlin Lakeside Hotel, where you’ll find amazing food, world-class cocktails and the inviting allure of the hotel’s Kalm Elemis spa. Get back to nature in the most relaxing of ways, through the Element Forest Spa Trail at Finn Lough.

You’ll be in foodie heaven in Brown’s In Town, a Michelin-recommended restaurant in the heart of Derry where Chef Patron Ian Orr will delight you with a modern menu of perfectly plated starters, mouthwatering mains and delicately prepared desserts. In Belfast, head for Ox, a Michelin star restaurant named Northern Ireland's best restaurant at the National Restaurant Awards 2022

Meanwhile, a tour of the Wild Atlantic Distillery is a must for gin enthusiasts. Go behind the scenes to see how its spirits are crafted and enjoy a neat tasting of the full range. In Enniskillen, you'll find Boatyard Distillery which produces spirits with the highest quality botanicals and ingredients.

Whatever your fancy, Northern Ireland has the perfect giant adventure waiting for you. Clear your mind, visualise what you’d love to do more than anything in the world right now, and then get booking it - because we're guaranteed to have it here.

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Awaken your Giant Spirit

Element Forest Spa Trail - Finn Lough

Allowing guest to enjoy traditional irish therapuetic treatments surrounded by ancient woodlands and the ethereal lough Erne.
Luxury Accommodation

If you're searching for the finest 4-star and 5-star rated places to stay across Northern Ireland, check out our list of luxury accommodation. In this handy guide we've included a range of hotels, guest houses and B&Bs, with a minimum 4 star rating.
Mussenden Temple & Downhill Demesne

Stunning landscaped estate with fabulous views of Ireland’s North Coast
Relax, Recharge, Indulge: Sample Itinerary

We know you’re looking to relax, so we’ve done all the work for you and pulled together a sample itinerary for your short break to Northern Ireland.
Castles you can stay in

If you’re planning a romantic getaway, make it a spectacular one. Take your pick of magical 5* castle retreats or stately manor homes, all in the most stunning locations in Northern Ireland.
Spa Hotels & Accommodation

Take a small step and head to Northern Ireland to sample the finest Spa Hotels & Accommodation within driving distance. Check out these 4* and 5* properties with onsite spa facilities, perfecting for a relaxing short break.
Luxury Weekends

From the cities to the countryside to the coast, Northern Ireland offers stunning 4 and 5 star accommodation – each redefining luxury in its own way with outdoor activities, shopping, adventure and history around every corner.
Montalto Estate

A mystical and enchanting estate, set in magnificent natural surroundings. Visitor experience includes access to the estate's beautiful gardens; historic walks and trails and an exciting play area where children can engage, explore and learn.
OX

OX is a Michelin starred restaurant that most recently won best restaurant (in Northern Ireland) at the National Restaurant Awards 2022. It offers relaxed dining overlooking the River Lagan, and is within walking distance of the Belfast Waterfront, Titanic Belfast, St Georges Market and Odyssey Arena.
Glenarm Castle

With its own special place in local history, Glenarm Castle is a true national treasure. One of Ireland's oldest estates, and home to the Earls of Antrim, Glenarm Castle is a 'must see' destination and one of N.Ireland's top tourist attractions.
The Boatyard Distillery

In Enniskillen, on the banks of Lough Erne in county Fermanagh, you’ll find the Boatyard, one of Northern Ireland’s premier distilleries. Here you’ll discover how the finest spirits are made here with the highest-quality botanicals and ingredients.
Bakehouse NI

Bakehouse NI is a small cookery school set in the countryside near the village of Bellaghy. It provides “at home” cookery experiences based around traditional Irish cookery using local ingredients.

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Awaken your Giant Spirit

Galgorm

Galgorm is one Ireland's premier Resorts, set in 163 acres of lush parkland near Northern Ireland’s most renowned scenic attractions it is the perfect location to truly relax & unwind.
Killyhevlin Lakeside Hotel & Lodges

The four star Killyhevlin Lakeside Hotel is idyllically set on the shores of scenic Lough Erne, bordered by private grounds and gardens, yet only one kilometre from the historic Island town of Enniskillen.
The Merchant Hotel

Belfast's only AA five Red Star hotel, is situated in the heart of the Cathedral Quarter.
Killeavy Castle Estate

Welcome to Killeavy Castle Estate, the perfect antidote to the modern fast paced world. Named winner of the Luxury Castle Hotel (Europe) Award at the prestigious World Luxury Awards 2021, it’s the ideal place to escape and unwind, and is located just 10 minutes outside Newry City.
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Slieve Donard Resort and Spa

The magnificent Slieve Donard Resort & Spa is nestled in the heart of County Down where the 'Mountains of Mourne sweep down to the sea'. Standing on 6 acres of private grounds, the Spa has all the facilities you need to relax and unwind.