Adair Arms Hotel

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Your Stay at Adair Arms Hotel, Ballymenas Historic Hotel

Established in 1846, Adair Arms Hotel stands as a historic landmark in Ballymena, Northern Ireland, blending centuries-old heritage with modern hospitality. Our central location offers unparalleled access to local attractions, shopping, and business hubs, while our recently renovated rooms combine comfort with contemporary amenities. We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional service, from our award-winning dining experiences to bespoke event planning for weddings and conferences.

Our commitment to sustainability and community engagement reflects our deep roots in the region, supported by our affiliation with McKeever Hotels, a family-run group renowned for excellence across seven Irish properties. Guests benefit from complimentary parking, high-speed Wi-Fi, and curated packages that showcase Northern Ireland's cultural and natural attractions.

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Highlights and features

We offer 175 years of hospitality heritage in a landmark building
Our town-centre location provides walking access to shops and attractions
We provide complimentary parking and high-speed internet for all guests
Part of an award-winning family-run hotel group with sustainability focus
Our menus feature locally sourced produce from Northern Ireland suppliers

What people say

Exceptional service Central location Delicious food Historic atmosphere Excellent events

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Accommodation

Our 175-year-old hotel offers modernised guest rooms with flat-screen TVs, complimentary Wi-Fi, and tea/coffee facilities. Located in Ballymena town centre, we provide free parking and breakfast with all bookings. Group discounts available for weddings and conferences.

Dining

The Adair Bar & Grill serves locally sourced dishes daily, featuring steaks, seasonal produce, and traditional afternoon tea. Open for lunch and dinner with special menus for Christmas and New Year celebrations. Dietary requirements accommodated with advance notice.

Weddings

Host your special day in our Glenariff Suite, accommodating up to 200 guests. We offer full event planning, champagne receptions, and discounted accommodation for wedding parties. Historic setting with modern amenities since 1846.

Conferences

Host business events for 2-200 delegates in our state-of-the-art conference facilities. Includes complimentary parking, competitive delegate rates, and dedicated event management. Located centrally in Ballymena with transport links to Belfast and beyond.

Afternoon Tea

Traditional afternoon tea served Monday-Saturday 2-5pm, featuring finger sandwiches, scones, and pastries. Available with gluten-free options and sparkling wine upgrades. Reservations recommended for weekends and special occasions.

People

Roland Bailie

General Manager

With extensive hospitality experience, Roland leads our team in maintaining the hotel's historic charm while delivering modern service standards. He oversees all operations and event management services.

Questions

What historical significance does Adair Arms Hotel have?

Built in 1846, we're one of Northern Ireland's oldest hotels with architectural heritage and connections to local history.

Do you offer airport transfer services?

We provide location details for transfers from Belfast International (30 mins) and George Best Belfast City Airport (40 mins).

Can I host a large conference here?

Our Glenariff Suite accommodates up to 200 delegates with state-of-the-art facilities and dedicated event management support.

What local attractions are near the hotel?

We're 5 minutes from Ballymena station, 30 minutes from Giant's Causeway, and near shopping centres, museums, and golf courses.

Are dietary requirements accommodated?

Yes, we cater for special dietary needs with advance notice across all dining services and event packages.

Do you have accessible facilities?

We offer accessible rooms and facilities - please contact us directly to discuss specific requirements.

Reviews (7)

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Joelle Ziemian

Dec 31, 2021 Report

The wonderful ladies at this hotel went far beyond what anybody could expect in order to help my daughter and me in a crisis. The hotel itself is cute and cozy. I will always remember this place fondly.

Isobel Cunning

Dec 06, 2021 Report

I treated a client to breakfast before our meeting. Food was well cooked, not over cooked. There was also a good selection of fruit, yoghurts and fresh chilled juices. Coffee pot refills were available. Really good value, I would highly recommend.

Lorraine Davidson

Nov 14, 2021 Report

My sister and I always call in here after a day's shopping. The staff here are always welcoming and friendly. Lovely place to chill and enjoy a nice glass of wine or whatever your tipple is!!

Ross Hymel

Oct 20, 2021 Report

Pros: Really fast WiFi
Cons: This hotel is extremely dated. The carpet is stained in multiple places, and the pillow cases were a yellowish color. The TV didn't work, and there was no hair dryer nor mini fridge in the room. It smelled musty too. This accommodation was absolutely not worth 89 per night. Maybe 40 at best

Vanessa Hill

Sep 29, 2021 Report

Love this hotel. Great food great staff very relaxing atmosphere as well. Would highly recommend this place

James Sly

Aug 25, 2021 Report

Carpet worn. Cant turn shower off. Closet to small for clothes. Telly broke. Cobwebs on ceilings. Bar shuts when packed with 20 plus people. Stayed in better. Not again.

Gary Millar

Aug 01, 2021 Report

Lunch today. Honey chilli chicken and skinny fries. Outstanding. Better than any Chinese takeaway and they didn't skimp on the portion size. Okay, so the tea I ordered didn't arrive but the food was so good I forgave that slight omission. Great menu selection.