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Dobbins Inn

3.0 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, steps from Carrickfergus Castle

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Front of property
Double Room, Ensuite | Bathroom
Meeting facility
Double Room, Ensuite
Reception

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$176
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec

Explore the area

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6-8 High St, Carrickfergus, Northern Ireland, BT38 7AF
  • Place, St. Nicholas Church
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Carrickfergus Castle
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Carrickfergus Marina
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Belfast (BFS-Belfast Intl.)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Room options

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Double Room, Ensuite

Double Room, Ensuite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(21 reviews)

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Iron/ironing board
Laptop workspace
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Triple Room, Ensuite

Family Triple Room, Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Iron/ironing board
Laptop workspace
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Single Room, Ensuite

Standard Single Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Iron/ironing board
Laptop workspace
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Twin Room, Ensuite

Standard Twin Room, Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Iron/ironing board
Laptop workspace
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the area

Carrickfergus

At Dobbins Inn, you'll be 0.3 km (0.2 mi) from Carrickfergus Castle and 13.8 km (8.6 mi) from Belfast Castle. Highlights at this hotel include a complimentary breakfast, a restaurant and a bar/lounge. .Dobbins Bar & Grill is open for lunch and dinner. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of free parking nearby. .Sights within a 20-minute drive of this 3-property class Carrickfergus hotel include Waterfront Hall and St. George's Market.

What's nearby

  • St. Nicholas Church - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Carrickfergus Castle - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Carrickfergus Marina - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Andrew Jackson Centre - 6 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Titanic Belfast - 28 min drive - 22.9 km

Getting around

  • Carrickfegus Station - 5 min walk
  • Belfast International Airport (BFS) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Friary - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Central Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Dobbins Inn

Hotel with free breakfast, steps from Carrickfergus Castle
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Dobbins Inn also features concierge services, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and laundry facilities.

This 3-star Carrickfergus hotel is smoke free.

  • 15 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 1300
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Dobbins Inn offers 15 accommodations with an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include baths or showers. This Carrickfergus hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Dobbins Bar & Grill

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1300
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Room service
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:30 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
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 10:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk, private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
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 is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Dobbins Inn?

Dobbins Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Dobbins Inn?

As of 2 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Dobbins Inn on 14 Dec 2025 start from AU$176.38, 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 Dobbins Inn?

The closest beach to Dobbins Inn is Ballyholme Beach (12.1 km).

Does Dobbins Inn serve breakfast?

You bet, our guests are hooked on the free full brekkie here! Offered on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM and on weekends from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM, this is the place to fuel up for a day of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Dobbins Inn?

No, Dobbins Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Dobbins Inn?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Dobbins Inn?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Dobbins Inn?

No, pets are not allowed.