Halfway House Hotel - Larne

Coastal hotel with panoramic sea views on the Causeway Coastal Route, offering free parking and live Ulster Scots music

Amenities

The Halfway House Hotel Larne is located in Ballygally and offers free private parking on site, a rare find along the Antrim Coast Road. Guests relax in the sunroom, which provides panoramic views of the Irish Sea and Scottish Mountains. The hotel hosts regular live entertainment including Ulster Scots music events, promoting local heritage.

Rooms

Halfway House Ballygally has 14 en suite rooms, including two large deluxe rooms with sea views of the Scottish coast. Room types range from singles to family rooms accommodating up to 34 people, with complimentary toiletries and tea/coffee facilities. Guests have described the rooms as spacious, bright, and with recently upgraded bathrooms.

Location

The Halfway House Hotel is situated on the Antrim Coast Road, part of the Causeway Coastal Route, a scenic drive along the coast. It is 30 minutes from the ferry to Scotland and 40 minutes from The Giant's Causeway, Northern Ireland's only UNESCO World Heritage Site. Nearby attractions include Mussenden Temple and the Grand Opera House in Belfast.

Dining

The hotel's lounge serves a wide selection of food and drinks daily, with options for gluten-free and vegetarian diets. Traditional dishes like roast beef and chicken with homemade gravy are popular, and portions are described as generous. Guests have praised the freshness of salads and the quality of bar meals, including a good choice for cold selections at breakfast.

Entertainment & Events

Regular live music nights at Halfway House feature Ulster Scots music events, drawing in locals and travelers alike. The hotel also offers two function rooms that can host up to 300 guests for weddings, business events, or family gatherings. With easy access to Belfast and ferry services, it serves both leisure travelers and business professionals.

• Location: Seaside village of Ballygally on the Antrim Coast Road, 30 min from Belfast ferry
• Rooms: 14 rooms including 2 deluxe with sea views of the Irish Sea and Scottish Mountains
• Dining: Wide selection of food and drinks served daily in the lounge, with gluten-free and vegetarian options
• Entertainment: Regular live Ulster Scots music events promoting local culture
• Amenities: Two function rooms hosting up to 300 guests, free private parking, free Wi-Fi
• Historical: Built in the late 1800s as a coach house on the Causeway Coastal Route