Dobbins Inn, nestled near Carrickfergus Castle, invites you to unwind in its cozy bar or indulge in a full breakfast. With free WiFi and helpful staff on hand, this hotel offers convenience and charm.
6-8 High St, Carrickfergus, Northern Ireland, BT38 7AF
What's nearby
Carrickfergus Castle - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Carrickfergus Marina - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
Belfast Castle - 16 min drive - 15.4 km
Titanic Belfast - 17 min drive - 19.0 km
Grand Opera House - 18 min drive - 21.0 km
Getting around
Belfast (BHD-George Best Belfast City) - 17 min drive
Belfast International Airport (BFS) - 29 min drive
Carrickfegus Station - 5 min walk
Clipperstown Station - 14 min walk
Downshire Station - 15 min walk
Restaurants
McDonald's - 9 min walk
Domino's Pizza - 13 min walk
Maud's Ice Cream Parlour - 7 min walk
KFC - 15 min walk
The Windrose Bar and Restaurant - 10 min walk
About this property
Dobbins Inn
Enjoy your visit to Carrickfergus with a stay at Dobbins Inn. You can relax with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. The helpful staff and breakfast get great marks from fellow travellers.
Languages
English
At a glance
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Hotel size
15 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:30 PM
Express check-out available
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 10:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
No cots (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
No on-site parking
Free off-site parking nearby
Street parking available
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free full breakfast 7:00 AM–9:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekends
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Room service
Travelling with children
Children's menu
Working away
Meeting rooms
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Laundry facilities
Free newspapers in reception
Luggage storage
Facilities
2 buildings/towers
Built in 1300
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Digital TV channels
Home comfort
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Blackout curtains
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bath or shower
Towels
Stay connected
Laptop-friendly workspace
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Free tea bags/instant coffee
More
Daily housekeeping
Local maps
Restaurant dining guide
Special features
Dining
Dobbins Bar & Grill – This bar serves lunch and dinner.
On-site venue No. 2 – This restaurant serves lunch and dinner. A children's menu is available.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Policies
This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Cashless transactions are available.
National rating
This property has received its official star rating from Tourism NI.
Also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Does Dobbins Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Dobbins Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Dobbins Inn?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Dobbins Inn?
No, unfortunately, but there's free parking nearby.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Dobbins Inn?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:30 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out is available.
What is there to do at Dobbins Inn and nearby?
Recommended spots to visit include Carrickfergus Castle (4-min walk) and Belfast Castle (8.6 mi), along with Waterfront Hall (10.7 mi) and Belfast City Hall (10.8 mi).
Are there restaurants at or near Dobbins Inn?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant, Dobbins Bar & Grill.
What's the area around Dobbins Inn like?
Dobbins Inn is a short 5-minute walk from Carrickfegus Station and 8 minutes' walk from Carrickfergus Marina. Travellers love the hotel's prime location.
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Dobbins Inn Reviews
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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8.8/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
8.2/10
Amenities
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
Service staff
Room
Breakfast
Food
Location
History
Shower
Restaurant
Castle
Bar
What guests liked
The included breakfast was very good and an additional plus, with many reviewers praising its quality and variety. (34 reviews)
Food was good, reasonably priced, and offered a variety of options with excellent menu choices. (6 reviews)
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Reviews
8/10 Good
23 Jul 2025
Historic and cozy inn. Room was what I expected in a centuries old building adding to the charm of the town. Good Irish breakfast. Would stay there again if in the area.
Debra
Debra, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
24 Jun 2025
Great staff and surroundings. Breakfast was delicious and reasonable prices. I would stay again in this hotel
ALEJANDRO
ALEJANDRO, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
1 Jun 2025
Nice hotel great staff
Andrew
Andrew, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
8 Jun 2025
Lovely old style inside giving it the historical side off an Inn
Staff so welcoming at all times
Hot Breakfast choice was great, could do with possibly some cold meat or cheese or yogurts
William
William, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
30 Jun 2025
A superb family run hotel with wonderful and attentive staff, incredible food and very comfortable rooms in a charming old building. Only one small downside was the lack of water pressure in the shower.
Laura
Laura, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
13 Jun 2025
Dont stay aywhere else in Carrickfergus. Wonderful people. Wonderful food. Fantastic location
Eric
Eric, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
5 Jul 2025
Interesting property. Great service and response from the people working there.
GRAHAM
GRAHAM, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
24 Apr 2025
Dobbins inn is such a beautiful place the staff are amazing and always there to helps with any needs cant wait to come back amazing place
Andy
Andy, 3-night trip
8/10 Good
17 Jul 2025
The staff were wonderful but the property is dated in decor and condition. We had no hot water on the first morning which made showering a challenge. There are limited dining options available in the area and off site parking can be a problem. The complimentary breakfast is lovely.
John
John, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
20 Apr 2025
Awesome historic property! Location close to Carricksfergus Castle which was really interesting to tour.
Phil
Phil, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
7 Feb 2025
Excellent stay
Gulchan
Gulchan, 1-night trip
2/10 Terrible
19 Jul 2025
Old place no ac loud music poor service
Todd
Todd, 2-night trip
6/10 Okay
31 Mar 2025
Ok Stay
Quirky little hotel, staff were very pleasant, everything ok.
C
C, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
5 Nov 2024
Lovely wee break easy to get too staff really friendly and food was excellent
Kathryn
Kathryn, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
12 Apr 2025
This property offers old world charm in an old world neighborhood. The castle is a block away. The staff was super friendly and the dinner and breakfast meals were very good. If you can’t get parking on the street in front of the hotel, free parking is available at the harbor a block away. There is a loading/unloading area in front of the hotel.
T
T, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
10 Mar 2025
Excellent
Margaret
Margaret, 1-night trip
6/10 Okay
11 Apr 2025
Staff was very sweet & was pretty cool to stay in a 500 y/o building. The room was very small & could use some freshening up, and there is no elevator.
Kristen
Kristen, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
15 Dec 2024
Weekend away
Weekend away with my wife, stayed here before, rooms are lovely, had dinner downstairs in the restaurant / bar, it was fantastic
Martin
Martin, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
24 Nov 2024
Service was great!
Patrice
Patrice, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
12 May 2025
We stayed at this hotel for one night as a stopover before making our way to Scotland via ferry. The hotel is dated, much like most of the buildings in the area (we are from the United States and not adapted to older buildings.) Parking for hotel is in a public car park for Carrickfergus Castle across the road. No lifts available in hotel and rooms are upstairs. Overall, the room served the purpose for an overnight stay. The hot, made to order breakfast was delicious before checking out. Staff was friendly and helpful.
Ronald
Ronald, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
15 Sept 2024
The staff is amazing, the location perfect and the cozy building a delight.
Dawn
Dawn, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
17 Sept 2024
Nice historic hotel with friendly, helpful staff.
Richard
Richard, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
9 Aug 2024
Fun old Inn on the coast and in view of castle - friendly staff and delicious breakfast options
Timothy
Timothy, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
31 Oct 2024
Great property in a convenient location for access to the castle, bars and more. Wonderful staff and great bar. the breakfast was wonderful!
Mike
Mike, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
15 Nov 2024
The location was central to everything in the area