The Briers

3.0 star property
Comfortable guesthouse with free breakfast and business centre

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Living area
Free daily continental breakfast
Exterior
Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed
In-room dining
Reviews
9.2

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Breakfast included
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

Explore the area

Map
39 Middle Tollymore Road, Newcastle, Northern Ireland, BT33 0JJ
  • Popular LocationTollymore Forest Park20 min walk
  • Popular LocationNewcastle Beach5 min drive
  • Popular LocationRoyal County Down Golf Course7 min drive
  • AirportBelfast (BHD-George Best Belfast City)67 min drive

Room options

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Mountain View

Highlights

Deck/patio
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Mountain View

Highlights

Deck/patio
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Double or Twin Room, Multiple Beds, Mountain View

Highlights

Deck/patio
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Desk
Daily housekeeping
Laptop workspace
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Deck/patio
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Traditional Cottage, 3 Bedrooms, Mountain View

Highlights

Deck/patio
Fireplace
Private outdoor hot tub
Heating
Flat-screen TV
3 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 2 Single Beds

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Deck/patio
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds, Garden View

Highlights

Deck/patio
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

Standard Double or Twin Room, Multiple Beds, Mountain View

Highlights

Deck/patio
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Standard Double or Twin Room, Multiple Beds, Garden View

Highlights

Deck/patio
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Deck/patio
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Newcastle

At The Briers you'll be within a 20-minute walk of Tollymore Forest Park and 2.6 km (1.6 mi) from Life Adventure Centre. Highlights at this guest house include free continental breakfast and free self-parking. .This business-friendly guest house offers free WiFi in public areas, a business centre and express check-in. Added amenities include laundry facilities, express check-out and dry cleaning/laundry services. Each morning free breakfast is served. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. .With a stay at this 3-property class Newcastle guest house, you'll be 2.7 km (1.7 mi) from Tollymore National Outdoor Centre and 2.9 km (1.8 mi) from Murlough National Nature Reserve.

What's nearby

  • Tollymore Forest Park - 20 min walk
  • Murlough National Nature Reserve - 5 min drive
  • Newcastle Beach - 5 min drive
  • Royal County Down Golf Course - 7 min drive
  • Slieve Donard - 25 min drive

Getting around

  • Newry Station - 33 min drive
  • Belfast (BHD-George Best Belfast City) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • Quinns Bar - 5 min drive
  • Chaplin's Bar - 5 min drive
  • Great Jones Craft & Kitchen - 5 min drive
  • O'Hares Lounge Bars - 5 min drive
  • Caffè Nero - 5 min drive

About this property

The Briers

Comfortable guesthouse with free breakfast and business centre
A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. You'll find a business centre on site. Free breakfast is served daily. The business-friendly The Briers also features laundry facilities, dry cleaning/laundry services, and express check-in. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Newcastle guest house is smoke free.

  • 9 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Business facilities
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • No smoking on site
The Briers offers 9 accommodations. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free secured self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Computer station

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom

Outdoor space

  • Deck/patio

More

  • Desk
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk, key retrieval

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

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 and cash
This property is professionally cleaned
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard and cash. The property is professionally cleaned. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.

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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at The Briers?

Yep, The Briers has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at The Briers?

As of 16 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Briers on 27 May 2024 start from AU$196.19, 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.

Are there any beaches close to The Briers?

The closest beach to The Briers is Newcastle Beach (2.4 km).

Does The Briers serve breakfast?

Yeah, complimentary continental brekkie is on offer daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Briers?

No, The Briers does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Briers?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Briers?

Dogs are welcome at The Briers, with food and water bowls on offer.

The Briers Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 146 out of 210 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 37 out of 210 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 18 out of 210 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 210 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 210 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Celine

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Magical
The Briars is world class in every possible way.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Darren is a fabulous host. Incredibly friendly, outgoing and informative. His property is beautiful he he does an amazing job of making you feel at home. He provided us with recommendations to a fabulous restaurant and recommended that we make time to stroll the waterfront, which we did and were so happy we did! We already have plans to stay at The Briers Country house again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful quiet and sheep!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

terence, Halfmoon Bay

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Albert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
First Class
Fabulous in every way
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

louise

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was lovely and bright and clean very comfortable relaxing atmosphere
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joyce

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023