The Bushmills Inn Hotel
Bushmills village, two miles from the Causeway · Hotel
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A four-star boutique hotel grown out of a 1600s coaching inn in the middle of Bushmills, with 41 rooms, peat fires and its own cinema.
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About The Bushmills Inn Hotel
The Bushmills Inn began life as a coaching inn in the 1600s and has kept a great deal of that fabric intact - low doorways, gas lamps, a round tower and a secret library behind a bookcase. Successive extensions have added a modern Mill House wing, so the 41 rooms and suites range from snug beamed doubles in the original building to spacious contemporary rooms with balconies over the River Bush.
The restaurant is the reason many people book, working through local seafood, north Antrim beef and produce from nearby farms, with a considered whiskey list that would be embarrassing to get wrong given the distillery is a two-minute walk away. The bar keeps a peat fire lit year-round and hosts live traditional music at weekends. There is also a small in-house cinema, which runs film nights on Thursdays and is a genuinely useful thing to have on a wet coastal evening.
Location is the other draw. The Old Bushmills Distillery is at the end of the street, the Giant's Causeway is two miles up the road, and Dunluce Castle, Portballintrae and the Bushfoot strand are all a short drive. Royal Portrush is fifteen minutes west, making this a common base for golf trips. It is not the cheapest option on the coast, but it is consistently rated among the best hotels in Northern Ireland and it earns that.
Reception hours
- Monday
- 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Tuesday
- 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Thursday
- 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Friday
- 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Saturday
- 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Sunday
- 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours.
What guests say
Simply put, this is one of the most relaxing hotels in the country. Room was fantastic, staff were friendly and helpful and the location is great. We also ate at the hotel and the food was excellent. Highlights 1: Large comfy room (master distillers suite) 2: Quiet, didn’t hear anything 3: lovely view from room 4: great food (dinner and breakfast) 5: warm and friendly staff 6: super re charge location for a kid free night 7: Close to walks and beaches.
5 months ago · via Google
Great place, great food, great service, all at a great price. Sat in a nice spot in the corner in a high pew chair, just got to sit and relax, but it felt like a throne. Staff were nice and welcoming, and the whole place had a vibe that few others ever reach. It was great. The food was great, filling and delicious at the same time. Go here. You won't regret it.
a month ago · via Google
The name and setting lead you to expect a cozy, unpretentious tavern-style meal — think hearty portions, rustic charm, and reasonable prices. What you actually get is something far closer to a fine dining experience, for better and for worse. The food is good, the presentation is genuinely beautiful, and the attention to detail is clear. But when the bill arrives, you start doing the math — and it doesn't quite add up. You're paying gourmet restaurant prices for dishes that, while tasty, don't quite reach that level. We left satisfied but not stuffed, and with that lingering feeling of having spent more than the experience warranted. If you know going in that this is a fancy night out rather than a casual inn dinner, you might enjoy it more. But if you're walking in expecting a humble, wholesome meal, you might walk out a little disappointed — and a little lighter in the wallet than planned. Worth a visit for the atmosphere and the lovely plating, but temper your expectations and maybe check the menu prices before you sit down. I can't speak to the hotel itself, but as a dining experience alone, it left me wanting a little more for what it costs.
3 months ago · via Google
The service was excellent. We were in a room on the first floor. The receptionist helped us with the bags and made sure we were settled in. It’s a cozy hotel right in the center of town and minutes away from the giants causeway. There is parking onsite. The rooms and the bathroom were a tad small. The bar and food at the bar was great. The breakfast at the restaurant was fantastic as well. The staff at the bar and the restaurant were very attentive and friendly and made sure we had a great experience.
3 months ago · via Google
People say this hotel offers delicious, locally sourced food, including excellent breakfast and dinner options, with specific mention of steak, fish, and Irish stew. They also highlight the warm, friendly, and attentive staff, who provide excellent service. Guests mention the cozy atmosphere, with open fires and old-world charm, and appreciate the spotless, comfortable rooms.
Summary via Google
At a glance
- Address
- 9 Dunluce Road, Bushmills, BT57 8QG Get directions
- Property type
- Hotel
- Location
- Bushmills village, two miles from the Causeway
- Star rating
- 4 star
- Guest score
- 8.9 / 10 (2,400 reviews)
- Prices from
- £165 per night
- Good for children
- No
- Destination
- Causeway Coast