Hot Tub Holidays in Northern Ireland

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What's on offer

BritStays currently lists 11 places to stay with a hot tub in Northern Ireland, so the choice is small and worth narrowing down early. Six are hotels, two are caravanning sites, two are camping or glamping options and one is a cottage. Every one has a hot tub. Beyond that, the most common extras are a restaurant (7 of the 11), a spa (6), parking (6), WiFi (5) and a bar (5). Four are pet friendly and four have EV charging nearby.

One thing to check before you book: a couple of listings in this set are outside Northern Ireland. Burn View is in Newcastle Upon Tyne, North East England, and The Mount Stewart Hotel is listed in Portpatrick. Don't confuse the hotel with Mount Stewart, the heritage property in Northern Ireland. If you're planning a trip here specifically, confirm the location on each listing first.

Coast or countryside?

For a coastal break, County Antrim has the most choice. Portrush has two options. Holiday Home Park has a swimming pool, hot tub and spa. Antrim House is pet friendly and has parking. Further along the coast, Glenarm Castle Ocean View Pods combine a hot tub with a spa and restaurant. The Salthouse Hotel in County Antrim offers a similar mix. Rathlin Glamping Pods are a simpler option, with toilets and disabled access listed alongside the hot tub.

If you'd rather head inland, Enniskillen in County Fermanagh also has two stays. Manor House Hotel has a swimming pool, hot tub and gym. Glenpark Estate adds a bar and evening entertainment. Corick House in Clogher has a swimming pool, hot tub and spa. Slieve Gullion Getaways in Meigh has a bar and restaurant on site, which is handy if you don't want to drive out for dinner.

Matching the stay to your trip

Families: look for a swimming pool as well as a hot tub. Holiday Home Park, Manor House Hotel and Corick House all list one. Glenpark Estate's evening entertainment may suit families who want something laid on after dark.
Couples: the spa-and-restaurant combinations stand out here, including Glenarm Castle Ocean View Pods and The Salthouse Hotel.
Dog owners: only four of the 11 stays are pet friendly. Antrim House in Portrush is one. With so few options, check the pet policy carefully and book as early as you can.
Accessibility: Rathlin Glamping Pods list disabled access. For anywhere else, contact the stay directly to ask about access to the hot tub itself.
Electric car drivers: four stays have EV charging nearby. Confirm the details before you travel rather than relying on finding a charger when you arrive.

Things to do once you're there

On the north coast, the Giant's Causeway is the obvious day out, and the Dark Hedges make a good photo stop. Hezlett House, a National Trust property, is worth adding if you like old houses.

If castles and heritage sites are your thing, there are plenty to choose from:

Mount Stewart
Scrabo Tower
Killyleagh Castle
Kilclief Castle
Narrow Water Castle

For rainy days, try the Linen Centre and Museum or the Seamus Heaney HomePlace. With children, the Lagan Valley LeisurePlex and The Lake Kilrea WaterPark are both water parks. Rainforest House in Belfast is a good wildlife-themed option. If you're interested in history, the Tower Museum and the Museum of Free Derry are also on the list.

Booking tips

With only 11 options across the region, popular dates can go quickly. This is especially true of the two Portrush stays and the pet-friendly ones. If you're tied to school holidays or a particular weekend, book well ahead.

Before you pay, check a few details that listings don't always make clear:

Whether the hot tub is private or shared
Whether it has set opening hours
Whether children can use it
Whether it costs extra

At a hotel, the hot tub may be part of a spa that needs booking separately, so ask when you reserve your room. At pods, campsites and caravan sites, ask whether the hot tub belongs to your unit or is a shared facility.

Finally, bring your own robe and flip-flops if you're self-catering, and plan for changeable weather. A hot tub is at its best on a cool, clear evening after a day out on the coast.

Frequently asked questions

How many places with a hot tub does BritStays list in Northern Ireland?

There are 11. Six are hotels, two are caravanning sites, two are camping options and one is a cottage. A couple of the listings are actually located elsewhere, such as Newcastle Upon Tyne and Portpatrick, so check each location before booking.

Which hot tub stays in Northern Ireland are pet friendly?

Four of the 11 stays are pet friendly, including Antrim House in Portrush. Choice is limited, so book early and confirm the pet policy with the stay.

Are there hot tub stays with a swimming pool for families?

Yes. Holiday Home Park in Portrush, Manor House Hotel in Enniskillen and Corick House in Clogher all list a swimming pool as well as a hot tub.

Where should I stay for a coastal hot tub break?

County Antrim has the most coastal choice. Options include the two Portrush stays, Glenarm Castle Ocean View Pods, The Salthouse Hotel and Rathlin Glamping Pods. The Giant's Causeway and the Dark Hedges are good days out from this part of the region.

Is there a hot tub stay with disabled access?

Rathlin Glamping Pods in County Antrim list disabled access. For any other stay, contact them directly to ask about access to the hot tub itself.

Can I charge an electric car at these stays?

Four of the 11 stays have EV charging nearby. Confirm the arrangements with your chosen stay before you travel.

Places to Stay With a Hot Tub in Northern Ireland

Glenarm Castle Ocean View Pods

Holiday Home Park

Riverside Hotel

Corick House

Causeway Coast Holiday Park

Manor House Hotel

The Salthouse Hotel

Glenpark Estate

Killeavy Castle Estate

The Merchant Hotel

Burn View

Slieve Gullion Getaways

Standing Stones Lodge

Antrim House

The Machrie

Rathlin Glamping Pods

The Mount Stewart Hotel