If you’re searching for the best hotels in Portrush, you’ve landed in the right place.
Our bustling harbour town of Portrush on the Causeway Coast is a fine place for a weekend away.
There are plenty of things to do in Portrush by day, such as playing a round at Royal Portrush Golf Club or one of the other golf courses, visiting the sites such as Dunluce Castle and Old Bushmills Distillery, enjoying the lovely beaches like the West Strand, the East Strand, and Benone Beach, or even visiting Currys Amusements (formerly the famous Barry’s Amusements) for some fun.
There are also many restaurants in Portrush where you can spend an evening watching the sunset over the Atlantic Ocean.
There are plenty of excellent Portrush hotels for those looking to base themselves in the enviable location. You’ll discover the best of the bunch below.
Our favourite Hotels in Portrush
Over the years, many friends and family have come to Portrush for a holiday, long weekend, wedding, or to enjoy the buzz in Portrush and on the North Antrim Coast
So, after trying a few different places, we’ve found our favourites amongst the many Portrush hotels, and we’ll send our guests to stay in beautifully decorated rooms in Portrush.
The first section of the guide contains our favourite hotels in Portrush. Note: if you book via one of the links below, we may make a tiny commission that helps us keep this site going. You won’t pay extra, but we do appreciate it. Enjoy your stay at a lovely hotel!
Adelphi Portrush
The Adelphi Hotel Portrush
Treat yourself to 4-star luxury with a stay at the award-winning Adelphi Portrush. In an excellent location for the beach for an early morning stroll after breakfast along a blue flag beach or around a walk to the bustling harbour in Portrush.
The Adelphi Portrush has excellent guest facilities, including luxuriously appointed and beautifully decorated bedrooms with flatscreen TVs, tea and coffee-making facilities, and modern bathrooms with showers and baths. As a nice bonus, many rooms have sea views.
There’s a health suite with free use of the spa, sauna and steam room, and you can book a massage therapy for a real treat. Enjoy a continental or full Irish breakfast and look forward to dinner in the bistro bar/restaurant.
If you’re looking for Portrush hotels that make an excellent base to explore the Causeway Coastal Route, you won’t go wrong here.
Address: 67-71 Main Street, Portrush, United Kingdom BT56 8BN Check-in from 3 pm
Phone: +44 28 7082 5544
Check AvailabilityElephant Rock Hotel
The Elephant Rock Hotel Portrush
A family-run business, Elephant Rock, was founded and opened its doors in 2022. It was borne out of the desire to provide something unique to the booming tourism industry in the picturesque coastal town of Portrush.
The 18-bedroom Victorian terrace boasts exquisite ocean views. It has been extensively renovated to bring the owner’s brand of sleek, sophisticated glamour, making it the perfect location for your Northern Ireland adventure.
On its doorstep, you will find many of the town’s most celebrated restaurants, blue-flag beaches, and the world-renowned Royal Portrush Golf Club — hosts of the 2019 & 2025 Open Championships.
Whether you are treating your partner to a romantic break or planning a weekend with friends, Elephant Rock is sure to make your trip one remember when visiting Portrush
Address: 17 Lansdowne Cres, Portrush, United Kingdom BT56 8AY Check-in from 3 pm
Phone: +44 28 7087 8787
Check AvailabilityGolflinks Hotel Portrush
The Golf Links Hotel Portrush
The Golflinks Hotel, adjacent to the world-famous Royal Portrush championship course, has been welcoming people to Portrush since the latter part of the 19th Century. The Royal Portrush course hosted the 2019 British Open, which will return in July 2025.
The hotel consists of 23 bedrooms, The Bistro serves a wide range of cuisines (including our Authentic Wood-Fired Pizza Oven), The Deerstalker Bar and our Kon Tiki Cocktail Bar.
As one of the closest hotels in Portrush to Royal Portrush Golf Club, the Golflinks Hotel in Portrush is a great stay for any golfers, or the solo traveller looking to visit the Giants Causeway or nearby sandy beaches
Address: Bushmills Rd, Portrush Northern Ireland BT56 8JG Check-in from 2 pm
Phone: 02870826611
Email address: info@golflinkshotel.com
Check AvailabilityInn On The Coast
The Inn on the Coast Hotel Portrush
The fantastic Inn on the Coast is located on the road between Portrush and Portstewart. It overlooks Ballyreagh Golf Course, the cliffs, and magnificent views over West Strand towards Ramore Head.
Please make yourself at home in the Inn on the Coast’s comfortably furnished rooms, which have Freeview TV and tea/ coffee facilities.
The Inn has a large car park and free Wi-Fi, so you can stay in touch with family and friends. In the evening, socialise in the well-stocked bar, with friendly staff, sipping Guinness or a fine Irish whiskey in front of the log burner.
Tuck into traditional Irish cuisine in the restaurant before a good night’s sleep. The top choices are close to coastal walks, several golf courses, and the Giant’s Causeway
Address: 50 Ballyreagh Road, Portrush, County Antrim United Kingdom BT56 8BN
Check AvailabilityMagherabuoy House Hotel
The Magherabuoy House Hotel Portrush
Magherabuoy House Hotel is one of the older Portrush Hotels, dating back to the 19th century as an antique house. However, this elegant residence is finely kept and well located on the Causeway Coastal Route, with superb views from its elevated position.
The Magherabuoy House hotel sits overlooking Portrush Town and the north coast or northern Ireland, still within a few minutes walk of Portrush Town and the sandy beaches. It has been beautifully refurbished as an upscale modern hotel.
Spacious bedrooms are comfortably furnished and include free Wi-Fi, flatscreen TV, power showers and complimentary tea and coffee. The grounds include onsite parking.
Guests can enjoy fine dining in the restaurant, on-site bistro and bakery before relaxing in the lounge in front of the big screen. The Old Bushmills Distillery and Royal Portrush Golf Club are 5 minutes along the Causeway Coast from this Portrush Hotel
Address: 41 Magheraboy Road, Portrush, GB BT56 8BN
Phone: +44 28 7082 3507
Check AvailabilityPortrush Atlantic Hotel
The Portrush Atlantic Hotel
Magherabuoy House Hotel is one of the older Portrush Hotels, dating back to the 19th century as an antique house. However, this elegant residence is finely kept and well located on the Causeway Coastal Route, with superb views from its elevated position.
The Magherabuoy House hotel sits overlooking Portrush Town and the north coast or northern Ireland, still within a few minutes walk of Portrush Town and the sandy beaches. It has been beautifully refurbished as an upscale modern hotel.
Spacious bedrooms are comfortably furnished and include free Wi-Fi, flatscreen TV, power showers and complimentary tea and coffee. The grounds include onsite parking.
Guests can enjoy fine dining in the restaurant, on-site bistro and bakery before relaxing in the lounge in front of the big screen. The Old Bushmills Distillery and Royal Portrush Golf Club are 5 minutes along the Causeway Coast from this Portrush Hotel
Address: 41 Magheraboy Road, Portrush, GB BT56 8BN
Contact Number: +44 (0) 28 7082 6100 INFO@PORTRUSHATLANTIC.COM
Check AvailabilityRoyal Court Hotel
The Royal Court Hotel Portrush
One of the best locations of all the hotels in Portrush is the Royal Court Hotel, right on the clifftop and overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, Royal Portrush Golf Club, and Dunluce Castle. It also overlooks beautiful White Rocks Beach, known for its sand and surf.
With fantastic ratings from past guest reviews for its location and cuisine, it has modern ensuite bedrooms with tea/coffee-making facilities, TV and Wi-Fi. Some luxury rooms include a spa bath, balcony, health suite and stunning coastal views.
The on-site restaurant and bar are a big plus. They offer snacks, fine wines, a carvery, and a chef-cooked breakfast.
Check AvailabilityThe Port Hotel
The Port Hotel and Bar Portrush
Just a short walk from the beach, The Port Hotel is convenient for everything in the city centre. Located on Bath Street in Portrush, it’s close to West Strand, the harbour, train station, Royal Portrush Golf Club, shops, restaurants, amusements, and the sea.
This family-run hotel offers a warm welcome and personal service. It has a traditional atmosphere and comfy beds. The popular restaurant and bar host family entertainment evenings enjoyed by locals and visitors alike.
You can look forward to starting each day with an excellent cooked breakfast, highly rated by past guests. This is one of the most popular hotels in Portrush for a reason. Free wi-fi
Check AvailabilityBushmills Inn
The Bushmills Inn
Okay, so it’s not actually in Portrush. However, this quaint hotel located only a short distance along the Causeway Coastal Route is worth a mention. It has received some great reviews from a range of major publications and hotel influencers.
It is in an excellent location, only a minute’s walk from the famous Old Bushmills Distillery and the Giants Causeway. The Bushmills Inn, situated on the main street of Bushmills Town Centre, has a range of luxury rooms and a fantastic bar with an open fire to relax in. Free wi-fi
Check AvailabilityMore Great Portrush Accommodation
Personal favourites aside, there are plenty of other great hotels in Portrush, including many cheap hotels that offer affordable accommodation. The North Coast Motel is another excellent choice, known for its amenities and convenient location.
Below, you’ll find some other excellent places to stay in Portrush, some guesthouses and townhouses that pack a mighty punch.
Ashlea House
Ashlea House Bed & Breakfast Portrush
Ashlea House is a guest house situated just 0.2 miles from the centre of Portrush.
This property features a total of seven beautifully decorated rooms. A TV and tea/coffee-making facility is featured in each room at Ashlea House. A traditional cooked Irish breakfast is served in the dining room, and restaurants can be found in Portrush. Ashlea house is just 0.5 miles from the seafront and Harbour. The Blue Flag Beach is a 10-minute stroll away. Free wi-fi
This accommodation is ideal for visiting the Giant’s Causeway, Old Bushmills Distillery, Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge, Dunluce Castle, Glens of Antrim and the Game of Thrones Self-Drive Tours. Blue Flag Beaches close by – ideal for surfing. Excellent golf courses include Royal Portrush (Home of the Irish Open 2012), Portstewart (Home of the Irish Open 2017), Castlerock, Ballycastle, Gracehill and Galgorm Castle.
Check AvailabilityProspect House B&B
Prospect House Bed & Breakfast Portrush
A family-owned and run B&B in a quiet yet convenient location in the heart of Portrush. At Prospect B&B, they offer a high degree of comfort, delicious homemade breakfasts and unrivalled ocean views, enabling you to relax and unwind for the weekend or those few days away that are “never often enough”!
Don’t miss out on a welcoming breakfast room with stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean, East Strand, and White Rocks blue-flag beach.
Check AvailabilityAlbany Lodge
Albany Lodge Bed & Breakfast Portrush
Overlooking the water and the lovely Whiterocks Beach, Albany Lodge is in the heart of Portrush. Popular with couples, it is close to the harbour, cafes, restaurants and nightlife.
Walk to the golf club or railway station in 5 minutes or hop in the car, and you can be at the UNESCO-listed Giant’s Causeway in 15 minutes. Tastefully appointed rooms include modern en-suite bathrooms (some with spa baths), TV, tea and coffee facilities.
We would recommend an upgrade for stunning sea views. The light and airy dining room serves a choice of breakfast items to enhance your stay.
Check AvailabilityHillrise B&B
Hillrise B&B could go toe-to-toe with the best hotels in Portrush! It offers home comforts and bright accommodation close to Whiterocks Beach.
The lovely garden and terrace offer a peaceful place to relax and read or enjoy the sea view. The modern rooms are tastefully decorated and fully furnished.
Room 3 overlooks West Bay and has a balcony making it ideal for relaxing and enjoying the fresh sea air. Room rates include parking and a continental or cooked Irish breakfast to start the day on a high.
This friendly B&B is popular with couples and is in a prime location for walking and cycling. If you’re after Portrush accommodation that’ll feel like a home from home, check this place out!
Check AvailabilityAnvershiel House
Anvershiel House B&B Portrush
Anvershiel House in Portrush provides homely bed and breakfast accommodation and is a great option for those seeking a cheap hotel on the Northern Ireland coast. With private parking, rooms at this family-run guest house have en suite facilities and free Wi-Fi.
All rooms at Anvershiel House have tea and coffee facilities and a flat-screen TV. They are furnished with a wardrobe and a chest of drawers.
Breakfast is served each morning in a stylish breakfast room. Portrush’s centre, with a variety of pubs and restaurants, is a 2-minute walk away.
Check AvailabilityBrae Mar bed & breakfast
Located in the heart of Portrush, BreaMar Bed and Breakfast offers a welcoming and comfortable stay for travellers. This charming B&B features tastefully decorated rooms with modern amenities, including free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, and en-suite bathrooms.
Guests can enjoy a delicious homemade breakfast. Brae Mar Bed and Breakfast offers a thoughtful breakfast each morning featuring locally sourced ingredients. The friendly hosts provide exceptional service and helpful local recommendations.
Brea Mar’s convenient location is perfect for exploring nearby attractions such as the Giant’s Causeway, stunning beaches, and the vibrant town centre. Experience true Irish hospitality at Brea-Mar Bed and Breakfast for an unforgettable stay in Portrush
Check AvailabilityAntrim House Suites
For a luxurious stay in Portrush, look no further than Antrim House Suites. This elegant accommodation offers spacious, beautifully designed suites equipped with modern amenities, including free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, and en-suite bathrooms.
Guests can unwind with private jacuzzi hot tubs available in select suites, adding an extra touch of relaxation to their stay. Each morning, enjoy a delicious breakfast made with fresh, locally sourced ingredients.
Centrally located just a short walk from Portrush’s stunning beaches and lively town centre, Antrim House Suites is a great location for exploring the area’s attractions. Experience comfort and luxury at Antrim House Suites.
Check AvailabilityAaranmore Lodge Bed Breakfast
Nestled in the heart of Portrush,Aaranmore Lodge Bed and Breakfast offers a cozy retreat with a blend of comfort and Irish hospitality. From the moment you arrive, you’re welcomed with warmth and friendliness, ensuring you feel like part of the family. The attentive hosts provide personalized service, from a warm cup of tea upon arrival to insightful recommendations for local attractions.
The tastefully decorated rooms combine traditional Irish decor with modern amenities, featuring comfortable beds, en-suite bathrooms, complimentary Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, and tea and coffee making facilities. Thoughtful touches like fresh flowers and locally sourced toiletries add to the charm.
A highlight of your stay is the homemade breakfast Aaranmore Lodge bed and breakfast offers, served in a quaint dining room overlooking the garden. Indulge in a variety of options, from a hearty full Irish breakfast to lighter continental choices, all made with locally sourced ingredients. Special dietary requirements are accommodated with advance notice.
Aaronmore Lodge’s location is ideal, just a short walk from Portrush’s beautiful beaches and vibrant town center. It offers easy access to attractions like the Giant’s Causeway, the Causeway Coastal Route, and local golf courses. The B&B’s central location makes it a convenient base for exploring all that Portrush and the surrounding area have to offer.
After a day of sightseeing, relax in the peaceful garden or cozy common areas. Guests consistently praise Aaronmore Lodge for its exceptional service, delicious breakfasts, and comfortable accommodations, highlighting the B&B’s cleanliness and attention to detail.
For a delightful and memorable stay in Portrush, Aaronmore Lodge Bed and Breakfast offers the perfect blend of homely comfort and excellent hospitality.
Check AvailabilityFAQs about the best hotels in Portrush
What are the best hotels in Portrush?
We are so fortunate in Portrush to have such a wide variety of hotels that it is difficult to pick just one as it will depend on what you are looking for.
What Portrush hotels have a swimming pool?
Unfortunately, there are no Portrush hotels that offer swimming facilities at the time of typing. However, you are right next to one o the biggest pools in the world (The Atlantic Ocen). The nearest hotels with swimming pools are The Bayview Hotel in Portrballintrae or the Bushtown Hotel in Coleraine.
What are the most unique places to stay in Portrush?
Looking for unique accommodation in Portrush, Island Dhu View, Atlantic Views top floor, and Ocean View Penthouse are excellent options.
