The Culloden Estate and Spa

Driving up to the beautiful Culloden Estate, it was dark and raining. As we stopped our car at the front door, two of the wonderful staff ( Neemah and James) instantly ran out to help with the bags. After Tripping in to check in to the friendly front desk clerk and lamenting about my curly hair in the Irish weather, our bags were quickly taken to our room. The room was beautiful but before we could unpack, my husband noticed he couldn’t open the safe. One quick call to front desk and a minute later, the gentleman who brought our bags was back to fix the safe. Fixed in a few seconds, we hurried down to the amazing bar to calm our nerves from the rainy “drive on the left” trip to Belfast from Dublin. Who do we see greeting guests? Again, Neemah and James. I asked if they had twins? The expresso martini at the bar area was the best I’ve ever had and bar staff so kind and attentive. My husband had asked Neemah about the building and he appeared again to ask if we’d like to tour certain parts. Would we??? This estate is amazing so you can imagine our surprise and delight at being told we were being upgraded to a suite! Everything was absolutely perfect, staff, food, the suite, the view. We cannot give it enough stars. Culloden and its staff, especially Neemah, treated us like family. Family that they love.

A balance between Luxury and comfort. Staff were friendly and helpful. We stayed in a beautifully decorated suite as it was a special occasion, which had exceptional views of the gardens and the lough. There are several restored features from the original building such as the stain glass windows. The location is perfect with a nearby train station that brings you to the city center. I attended the spa and had a relaxing treatment before heading for a delicious cocktail in Lough bar. We ate in the Cultra Inn that night and I am still dreaming about the chicken curry and Parmesan fries. Breakfast was very personal to the hotel, as it was full of local produces including the scuffins which were delicious. Overall Culloden, far exceed my high expectations and was a truly fantastic experience.

This was a treat for my father in law and we were not disappointed. There was a vast amount of delicious food which included an expresso size soup, sandwiches and huge choice of cakes. The price was comparative with other afternoon teas we have had. Service was excellent, a very enjoyable experience.

Wonderful hotel which seems to be in the country yet so close to the city. Staff fantastic and good range of dining. Could do with more salads on the menu's and there were no recycling bins which we have become accustomed to here in Canada. Great place to stay whilst in Northern Ireland. Walk to the Ulster Folk museum and drive the Ards peninsula

A two night stay at this truly fantastic venue. Consists of 7 floors with the reception on the 4th floor. Awesome gardens. Such a shame we had such a poor view from our room (307). King sized bed. Lovely large bathroom with rain shower and separate bath. Nice sized room but a little dark. 3 course dinner on first night at Cultra Inn was excellent. Breakfast at Vespers was also good. Dinner on second night was taken in Lough Bar and was also tasty. Staff very smart and friendly. Loved our stay.

Very enjoyable stay for our wedding anniversary. Friendly staff, and a lovely location. This hotel is set in the Holywood hills just outside the town of Holywood and a few miles from Belfast. Also 15 minutes away is the seaside city of Bangor.