Bushmills Inn Hotel
Northern Ireland, Ireland
Bushmills Inn Hotel overview
The 4-star Bushmills Inn in the town of Bushmills is a charming property that taps into the history and character of the building. Formerly an old Coaching Inn dating back to the 17th century, guests will find a boutique hotel that offers traditionally furnished yet high-end rooms and wonderful dining options that has led to the property being recognized as one of Northern Ireland’s best hotels.
With two restaurants and a pub on site, it offers convenience as well as a superb location near some famous landmarks and some of the country’s best golf courses. The excellent atmosphere generated at this cozy hotel of 41 rooms means it’s a great place to stay whether you are travelling independently, as a couple, or as part of a group of golfing friends.
Golf Courses
Situated in the town of Bushmills, guests of this property will find themselves within 10minutes of the fantastic Royal Portrush Golf Club and just a 20minutes drive from two other excellent links venues – Portstewart Golf Club and Castlerock Golf Club.
Accommodation
There are 41 rooms and suites available at The Bushmills Inn with each room traditionally designed to provide the character and charm that the property is known for. All rooms provide space and comfort but Tower Suites, Garden Suites and the wonderful Master Distiller’s Suite are also available for those looking for that extra space and luxury.
Guests will find features such as wooden beams, floral prints, partial wood paneling and clawfoot tubs which give them a homely feel. Many of the rooms also provide a view of the Bush River which adds a nice touch.
Restaurant & Bars
The Bushmills Inn is home to an award-winning restaurant using mainly local produce which offers fine dining in a casual setting, located in what used to be the 17th-century stables and wine cellar. As well as dining in the restaurant guests can eat outside on the patio or dine at the Gas Bar for a more informal ‘pub-grub’ type setting. The Gas Bar is also a place where you can simply go and enjoy a nice pint of Guinness and listen to live music.
Location
The Bushmills Inn is in the town of Bushmills, famed for the Bushmills Whisky Distillery, which is walking distance from the property; 15 minutes west of Portrush on the north coast of Northern Ireland in Country Antrim. The property is ideally located for playing quality links golf and taking in the sights of the Antrim coast such as the Giants Causeway, Dunluce Castle and Carrick-a-Rede Footbridge.
Golf courses near to Bushmills Inn Hotel
Dunluce Course
at Royal Portrush Golf Club
The only venue to host The Open Championship (1951 and 2019) outside of mainland UK, the Dunluce Links is regarded as one of the best courses in the world.
Championship Links
at Royal County Down Golf Club
Often ranked as the number one course in the world, the Championship Links at Royal County Down is a magnificent test of golf in the most beautiful of links settings.
Valley Course
at Royal Portrush Golf Club
Although the second course at Royal Portrush, The Valley is a great links layout in its own right. Shorter and more forgiving than the Dunluce and a wonderful warm-up course.
Ardglass Golf Course
at Ardglass Golf Club
Ardglass is a breath-taking links gem close to Royal County Down. Very unique in the fact that the Irish Sea can be seen from all 18 tees and greens, with it coming into play on 8 holes.
Castlerock Golf Course
at Castlerock Golf Course
One of the toughest links courses around when the wind blows, Castlerock ranks top 5 in Northern Ireland and is every bit as good as its more famous neighbors – Royal Portrush and Portstewart.
The Strand Course
at Portstewart Golf Club
The Strand Course at Portstewart is regularly ranked third best course in Northern Ireland behind Royal County Down and Royal Portrush. Hosted the European Tour’s Irish Open in 2017.
Castlerock Golf Club
at Castlerock Golf Club
The classic links golf course at Castlerock was made into an 18 hole layout by the famous Scottish club maker Ben Sayers in 1908 before Harry Colt made alterations to the course in 1925.
Portmarnock Old Golf Course
at Portmarnock Old Golf Club
Consistently ranked amongst the best courses in the British Isles, Portmarnock Old Course has hosted multiple Irish Opens and the Walker Cup. A pure and traditional links gem close to Dublin.
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The Bushmills Inn is simply one of the best hotels in the area and definitely one to stay in when travelling to play the world renowned courses in the area. With luxurious facilities and excellent food, whilst also being steeped in history, this four star hotel will not disappoint.