Cloughey accommodation from AU$155

If you don't have any issues with setting up base 18 kilometres outside of the middle of the city, consider the suburb of Newtownards. It has 3 places to stay, such as Anna's House B&B and Edenvale House.

For more options, try the Marine Court Hotel and the Old Inn Crawfordsburn. They are located 30 kilometres and 30 kilometres respectively from the center. Wotif also recommends the Old Schoolhouse Inn and the Shelleven House. The first is 17 kilometres away from the center, while the second is 30 kilometres away.

Looking for more things to do? Spend the day visiting the Royal County Down Golf Course and Newcastle Beach, which you'll find in Newcastle, 35 kilometres to the southwest of Cloughey. Should you wish to visit Newcastle, be sure to check out the Slieve Donard Resort and Spa and Cherryhill Lodge. Or, you could stay in Rostrevor, 60 kilometres to the southwest of Cloughey, where you can choose from The Oystercatcher and The Sands B&B. Regardless of whether you're passing through or spending a few nights in Rostrevor, set aside some time to visit Slieve Martin and King John's Castle.

Before you leave Down, ensure you experience a local game. Find Ravenhill Stadium to the northwest of Cloughey. Those wanting to hit the hay close by can make a choice from The Merchant Hotel and the Hilton Belfast hotel.

If you're travelling into or out of George Best Belfast City Airport and choose to stay nearby, try the Stormont Hotel or the Rayanne House.