Business Details
Your Stay in the Heart of Ballymena
Established in 1846, Adair Arms Hotel stands as one of Northern Ireland's oldest and most distinguished hotels, offering a blend of historic charm and modern comfort. Located in the heart of Ballymena, our central position provides easy access to local attractions, shopping, and dining while serving as an ideal base for exploring the Causeway Coast and Glens. Our team combines decades of hospitality experience with a commitment to exceptional service, reflected in our Rosette-awarded dining, sustainable practices, and personalized approach to guest needs. Every aspect of our operation, from our 175-year heritage to our state-of-the-art conference facilities, demonstrates our dedication to creating memorable experiences. We maintain rigorous standards across all departments, ensuring consistent quality in accommodation, food, and event management.Our transparent communication, competitive pricing, and focus on guest satisfaction have earned us enduring trust within the community and among visitors. With free parking, high-speed Wi-Fi, and modernised guest rooms featuring contemporary amenities, we balance tradition with innovation to meet modern expectations. Our affiliation with McKeever Hotels, an award-winning family business, reinforces our commitment to excellence across all services. From intimate stays to large-scale weddings, we apply our extensive expertise to deliver tailored solutions that exceed expectations. This combination of heritage, professionalism, and customer-centric philosophy establishes Adair Arms Hotel as a trusted leader in Northern Ireland's hospitality sector.
Services
Accommodation
Dining
Weddings
Conferences
Afternoon Tea
Highlights and features
- We offer free onsite parking for all guests
- Our team provides 24/7 personalized customer support
- We feature Rosette-awarded dining with local produce
- Our hotel combines 175 years of heritage with modern amenities
- We provide tailored event solutions for weddings and conferences
What people say
Excellent location
Friendly staff
Delicious food
Historic atmosphere
Great value
Services
Accommodation
Our 175-year-old hotel offers 63 modernised guest rooms combining historic charm with contemporary comforts. Each room features free high-speed Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, tea/coffee facilities, and executive desks. Located in Ballymena town centre, we provide easy access to local attractions while serving as a gateway to the Causeway Coast. Free parking included.
Dining
The Adair Bar & Grill serves locally-sourced cuisine daily from noon, featuring steaks, seasonal dishes, and traditional afternoon tea. Our menus showcase Northern Irish produce with gluten-free options available. Open Monday-Saturday 12pm-9pm, Sunday 12pm-8pm. Special events include festive dining and live music nights.
Weddings
We specialize in creating memorable wedding experiences since 1846. The Glenariff Suite accommodates up to 200 guests with tailored packages including champagne reception, luxury bedrooms for wedding parties, and full event coordination. Our dedicated team ensures every detail meets your specific requirements for a perfect celebration.
Conferences
Our versatile conference facilities cater for 2-200 delegates with state-of-the-art equipment and competitive rates. The experienced events team provides full support for business meetings, training sessions, and residential conferences. Includes complimentary parking and high-speed internet access for all attendees.
Afternoon Tea
Traditional afternoon tea served daily 2pm-5pm featuring finger sandwiches, scones with jam, and patisserie creations. Available at 22 per person with options to add sparkling wine or green tea alternatives. Requires advance booking for dietary requirements.
People
Roland Bailie
General Manager
With extensive hospitality experience, Roland leads our team in delivering professional efficiency combined with compassionate service. He ensures our historic hotel maintains modern standards while preserving its traditional charm and community connections.
Questions
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in from 3pm, check-out by 12pm. Early check-in and late check-out available subject to availability.
Does the hotel offer parking facilities?
Yes, we provide free onsite parking for all guests with no booking required.
Can I book a wedding at Adair Arms Hotel?
Yes, we offer wedding packages for up to 200 guests with dedicated event planning and accommodation options for wedding parties.
Are conference facilities available?
We have versatile meeting spaces for 2-200 delegates with modern equipment and competitive rates including complimentary parking.
What dining options exist at the hotel?
The Adair Bar & Grill serves meals daily 12pm-9pm with options including steaks, seasonal dishes, and traditional afternoon tea.
Is the hotel accessible for guests with mobility needs?
We have ground floor rooms and accessible facilities available. Please contact us in advance to discuss specific requirements.
Reviews (6)
Romas Ciupinas
Jun 08, 2022
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Was there today for a family function. The place is nice and the food was very good, but the best thing about the place was their staff. They were so friendly and helpful. They made us feel very welcome. Because of this, we will definitely be back.
Raymond Brown
May 27, 2022
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Went into the hotel yesterday and the conversation with the receptionist went something like this. Me - Hi. Do you do afternoon high teas? Receptionist - Yes we do. When do you want it? Me - Today? Receptionist - Have you booked? Me - No. Do you need to book? Receptionist - Oh yes. Me - Seriously? Receptionist - Yes we need notice. Me - How long? Receptionist - A couple of days. But we could do you a scone and tea.
Our scones are to die for. So we did eat there and it was fine and we did have a scone and they were very nice too, but why oh why in the name of all that is good and holy, could they not summon up the energy and the will to put a few sandwiches, scones and tray bakes on a wee stand? OMG - we are so bad at customer service in this country. PS - the website makes no mention of having to book three light years in advance to have a proper high tea.
Our scones are to die for. So we did eat there and it was fine and we did have a scone and they were very nice too, but why oh why in the name of all that is good and holy, could they not summon up the energy and the will to put a few sandwiches, scones and tray bakes on a wee stand? OMG - we are so bad at customer service in this country. PS - the website makes no mention of having to book three light years in advance to have a proper high tea.
Caroline Armstrong
May 21, 2022
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Me & my family stayed on 25th april 2022, I was given 1st floor room at the very end I think 124, from the moment I entered my room it was like the north pole I ended up wrapping the bath towels round me & stealing my husbands socks which he had on all day, I didn't complain as I know the hotel was full booked. Spoke to the receptionist the next morning & told her. The staff & food was nice.hotel clean just didn't expect it to be so cold, all of my families room where fine
Paula Mcleister
May 20, 2022
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We stayed for 2 weeks and the staff could not have been more accomodating, friendly and professional. So close to town, rooms clean, food great. Natasha in restaurant was so lovely, doing everything with a smile.
Maureen Bates
Apr 21, 2022
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22/4/22 -24/4/22 From day one we kept asking bout the wifi, we got different answers. 1 we turn it off because kids outside use it 2 we have contacted BT their looking into it 3 it was on then it went off again 4 the internet line to our hotel is down 5 BT is still looking into it With all this going on if the internet was down. HOW WHERE THEY ABLE TO USE THEIR COMPUTERS? We said do what any other place does have your own code to give to people who stay then no one else outside can use wifi, simple problem solved.
No answer to that. Then when we finished our so called free meal. My husband went to pay for his pint of beer & my coke. He couldn't believe it, the bill for free meal was 25 odds. We had a steak & couple of mushrooms on our plate. The girl who served us said side orders come with your meal. They charged us 5 each extra for the steak & 3.50 each for a handfull of chips. So where was our free meal. Never again wull we go there.
No answer to that. Then when we finished our so called free meal. My husband went to pay for his pint of beer & my coke. He couldn't believe it, the bill for free meal was 25 odds. We had a steak & couple of mushrooms on our plate. The girl who served us said side orders come with your meal. They charged us 5 each extra for the steak & 3.50 each for a handfull of chips. So where was our free meal. Never again wull we go there.
Phil Davies
Feb 23, 2022
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We only stayed overnight as we were going to a local wedding. Room was warm and comfortable and staff were very helpful and friendly. Breakfast was amazing.
