The Culloden Estate and Spa

Hotels
8.9 (2016 reviews)
Bangor Road, Holywood , Belfast , gb
+44 28 9042 1066

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Excellent food
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Cultra Inn cleanliness

Categories

Cleanliness
7.8
Issues at the Cultra Inn with cobwebs and marks indicate cleaning standards need improvement.
Service
9.3
Staff were friendly and attentive, contributing positively to the stay.
Location
9.2
Beautiful setting adds to the overall appeal of the hotel.
Room Quality
8.8
Bathrooms were clean but lacked the high-end finish expected at this hotel tier.
Amenities
8.8
Amenities are generally good, but associate bar may detract from the five-star image.
Value for Money
8.8
Overall good value given the quality of food and service, despite some cleanliness issues.
Food and Beverage
9.3
Excellent food quality and service at the hotel’s restaurant.
Overall Experience
9.2
Enjoyable overall experience with room for improvement in detail and consistency.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 12:31

Property Description

Luxurious Amenities and Features

The 5-star Culloden hotel offers a lavish experience with its spa, pool, and fitness suite. Guests can indulge in ESPA beauty treatments, relax in the marble steam room, or enjoy the hot tub.

Fine Dining Experience

Vespers Restaurant at Culloden serves a delectable menu of modern Irish dishes in an elegant setting. Guests can savor exquisite meals while overlooking the beautiful gardens and woodland.

Historic Charm and Scenic Views

Nestled in 12 acres of gardens and woodland, Culloden Estate and Spa boasts antique furniture, paintings, and chandeliers. With garden views and overlooking Belfast Lough, this property offers a picturesque and tranquil retreat.

Book your stay at Culloden hotel to experience luxury, fine dining, and historic charm in Belfast.

Important information:

Please note, cancelations must be made by 12 noon 3 days prior to arrival to avoid late cancellation fees. This applies to free cancellation bookings only.

When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: BFS

Location

Guest Reviews

8.9
Based on 2016 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.8
Service: 9.3
Location: 9.2
Room Quality: 8.8
Amenities: 8.8
Value for Money: 8.8
Food and Beverage: 9.3
Overall Experience: 9.2
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Verena • couple • us
10
Everything was perfect, excellent for a weekend getaway
Pros:

We really enjoyed our stay. This is one of our favorite hotels now and we would like to come back. The hotel and its surroundings are beautiful, the staff was very nice, and the spa made for a very relaxing trip. The summer champagne garden on property was an excellent addition as well.

Cons:

We liked everything.

2026-08-07 • via Nuitee
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John • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

The hotel is so beautiful and the facilities are fantastic for a relaxing stay. The staff are so helpful and couldn't do enough to make sure we enjoyed our stay. I just wish I could stay for longer.

Cons:

The spa facilities are excellent and make for a relaxing experience.

2026-08-06 • via Nuitee
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Maria • couple • gb
10
2026-08-04 • via Nuitee
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Catherine • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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McGrath • solo_traveller • ie
9
Perfect for a short break away
Pros:

Lots to compliment with staff, the room, the pool and gym. Great location with superb views for evening walks. On your doorstep you have a 10 minute train to city centre.

Cons:

Evening meals were not at the level of everything else

2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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Heidi • extended_group • at
10
2026-08-02 • via Nuitee
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morgan • couple • gb
10
2026-08-02 • via Nuitee
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Vasiliki • solo_traveller • gr
10
2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Bhavin • couple • gb
8
Great for a good rest lovely staff
Pros:

Beautiful

Cons:

Late gym opening

2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Gilbert • family_with_children • nl
5
I will not choose to stay in this hotel again.
Pros:

The gardens were beautiful. The hotel and room were clean.

Cons:

It was a very old-fashioned place, which is okay if that's your style. However, I was disappointed to see that there were no modern conveniences in the suites such as USB charging ports or plug changers. Some of the staff were friendly, while others less so. The location is not as described as it is located off an extremely busy road. I expected and paid for a garden view , but it was actually just a view of a car park.

2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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michael • couple • gb
10
2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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trevor • solo_traveller • gb
2
2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Gerd Elmar • couple • at
10
Pros:

eine wunderschöne Lage an der Belfast Lough, wunderschön erhaltenes Herrenhaus mit tollem Ambiente und Top-Mitarbeiter… sofern wieder mal nach Belfast kommen, werden wir sicher wieder buchen… sehr gute Verpflegung

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Christine • couple • gb
10
Culloden Hotel overnight stay
Pros:

Everything about the Culloden is beautiful. We loved everything about it.

Cons:

We loved everything about the hotel. Food was first class and the staff were exceptional 👌

2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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Maureen • solo_traveller • ie
9
2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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99JaneB • Family
4
Worst sandwich ever
Pros:

Family visit for early evening food. Ordered the Club Sandwich- can easily say it was the worst club sandwich I’ve ever eaten. Cheap supermarket bread - budget filling, margarine - truly awful. £21!!! Rest of meals were fine. We won’t be rushing back.

2026-07-18 • via Tripadvisor
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nancybrookes127 • NONE • Ballymena, County Antrim, Northern Ireland
10
Gift
Pros:

An Experience of A Lifetime
1st time at Vespers for FINE Dinning which was out of this world
Staff very Professional

2026-07-18 • via Tripadvisor
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aminintime • Friends getaway • Belfast, Northern Ireland
10
Luxury and style excellent staff
Pros:

Absolutely lovely experience .Delicious fresh scones and tea in the gorgeous bar at Culloden .The surroundings are unparalleled very arty and luxurious . The staff were fun and very attentive ,just full of charm .This is possibly the best place to stay if you come to Belfast it's a few miles up the road but it does have a little train halt in the grounds .The views are incredible .

2026-07-18 • via Tripadvisor
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melrjones • NONE • Belfast, Northern Ireland
10
Just perfect!!!!!
Pros:

I stayed for my 90th birthday and everything was just perfect. I was allocated an amazing room with views of the lough. Huge bouquet of flowers and cupcakes in my room upon arrival. Staff attentive and caring. Great spa treatments and even received a spa gift. A birthday to remember for all the right reasons! This hotel is just top notch

2026-07-18 • via Tripadvisor
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tracyandersen2026 • Business • London, England
8
Business stay
Pros:

Lovely peaceful retreat after busy work days in central Belfast. Perfect place to relax away from the noise of the city.

2026-07-17 • via Tripadvisor