The Portaferry Hotel

Hotels
8.4 (289 reviews)
10 The Strand , Portaferry , GB

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Heating
Family rooms
Bar
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent food
Friendly staff
Great location
Cons:
Old room quality in some cases
Ongoing renovations
Limited amenities

Categories

Cleanliness
8.13
Clean and tidy, but there were some minor maintenance issues mentioned.
Service
8.9
Staff were very helpful and friendly, contributing positively to the overall experience.
Location
9.14
Friendly and central location with a beautiful sea view.
Room Quality
7.59
Rooms varied in quality; some were old and dated.
Amenities
7.12
Limited facilities after 11pm and ongoing renovations affecting amenities.
Value for Money
8.58
Good value for money, but some issues with room quality detracted slightly.
Food and Beverage
9.13
Food was consistently described as excellent and delicious.
Overall Experience
8.6
Enjoyable stay with positive sentiments despite a few minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 09:19

Property Description

Charming 3-Star Accommodation

Scenic Location: Nestled in Portaferry, The Portaferry Hotel offers a peaceful retreat just a stone's throw away from popular attractions like SSE Arena and Titanic Belfast.

Culinary Delights: Indulge in a variety of dining options at the on-site restaurant, specializing in delectable local cuisine with vegetarian, dairy-free, and vegan choices available upon request.

Helpful Staff: Experience top-notch hospitality with the always attentive and accommodating staff ready to assist you during your stay.

Book your stay at The Portaferry Hotel for a delightful blend of comfort, convenience, and warm hospitality.

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 289 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.13
Service: 8.9
Location: 9.14
Room Quality: 7.59
Amenities: 7.12
Value for Money: 8.58
Food and Beverage: 9.13
Overall Experience: 8.6
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Jacqui • couple • gb
9
2026-10-16 • via Nuitee
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Gerard • couple • ie
10
Lovely spot for short or long stay
Pros:

Great cooked(fresh) breakfast. Brilliant view of the Lough with ferry and other boat traffic

Cons:

USB socket in bedroom other than that nothing

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Suzanne • couple • gb
8
Staff & food excellent
Pros:

Great location

Cons:

Bar area small

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Jules • couple • gb
9
Pros:

Quaint furniture, character of the hotel, lovely view,

Cons:

Confusing about what options and drinks were available at breakfast. Could we have had orange juice, for example?

2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
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Harold • couple • gb
10
First class hotel and very comfortable stay
Pros:

Lovely location and very comfortable beds.

Cons:

N/A

2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
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Kirsty • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

Staff lovely and friendly
Food was fantastic

Cons:

Pillows were a little to hard but that's just my opinion

2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
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Jeremy • couple • gb
6
2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
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Robert • couple • fr
8
Séjour très agréable
Pros:

Très bon emplacement, près de l'arrivée du ferry.
La chambre était agréable et le petit déjeuner copieux.

2026-10-09 • via Nuitee
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Thomas • couple • gb
9
A fantastic stay at one of my favourite hotels
Pros:

Almost everything - the comfortable spacious room, the helpful friendly staff, the great food and drink, and the wonderful location

Cons:

The radiator in our bedroom wasn’t working and it got a bit chilly

2026-10-09 • via Nuitee
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Bronagh • couple • gb
10
2026-10-08 • via Nuitee
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Anne • solo_traveller • gb
7
Pros:

Friendly staff, excellent food, both dinner and breakfast. Very generous portions.

Cons:

Room cramped. Little room.to set things down. Bathroom also cramped.

2026-10-07 • via Nuitee
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Rebecca • couple • gb
9
We've already planned when we're coming back!
Pros:

Breakfast was incredible!
All staff members were extremely friendly and helpful

Cons:

N/A

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Eileen • couple • gb
8
Lovely hotel in an amazing location with a super comfy bed.
Pros:

The bed was super comfy. We had an amazing view from our window. The staff were very friendly.

Cons:

The lack of plug sockets near the bed, we had to move the dressing table to reach one of the sockets.

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Mark • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Great location. Friendly staff. Good value for money

Cons:

Small room. Small bathroom. Hot/cold fluctuating shower. Only 1 power point. The room felt a bit in need of updating , especially the bathroom.

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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noel • couple • ie
9
2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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LESLEY • solo_traveller • gb
10
Comfortable stay , great breakfast
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Nothing

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Nathalie • extended_group • ca
9
2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Alan • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Robert • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Nice hotel at at great location!

Cons:

Tv in corner of room

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Beni • couple • ch
8
2026-09-11 • via Nuitee